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2-bedroom apartment for rent in Lower East Side

269 E Houston St Unit 5D, Lower East Side, Manhattan, New York, NY, 10002

$5,995/mo
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About this home

Apartment for rent in Lower East Side, Manhattan: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. Rent $5,995/mo.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

269 East Houston / 188 Suffolk Street Prime Lower East SideGut-Renovated 2BR | Unobstructed Skyline Views | Incredible Natural Light & Skylight | In-Unit LaundryOnly 0.5-Month Security Deposit!APARTMENT FEATURES: Beautifully gut-renovated 2-bedroom residence Two spacious queen-sized bedrooms Unobstructed city and skyline views from every room Incredible natural light pouring in throughout the home Skylight in the living room bringing in even more natural sunlight Multiple exposures offering bright, open views Both bedrooms feature windows, closets, and excellent natural light Beautiful exposed brick adding classic NYC character Polished hardwood floors throughout Recessed lighting Modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances Dishwasher and microwave In-unit washer and dryer Beautifully renovated bathroom with rainfall showerhead Contemporary finishes throughout Virtual doorman Prime Lower East Side locationLOCATION: Prime location at the intersection of the Lower East Side and East Village Moments from Essex Market, Katz's Delicatessen, and Russ & Daughters Surrounded by some of Downtown Manhattan's best restaurants, cafs, bars, and nightlife Convenient access to the East Village, Nolita, SoHo, and the rest of Downtown Manhattan Vibrant neighborhood offering the best of NYC livingBeautifully gut-renovated and flooded with natural light, this stunning two-bedroom residence features unobstructed city and skyline views from every room, plus a skylight that pours additional sunlight into the living space.Both queen-sized bedrooms offer windows, closets, and incredible views. Exposed brick, polished hardwood floors, and modern finishes complement the stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, microwave, renovated bathroom, and in-unit washer and dryer.Ideally located between the Lower East Side and East Village, moments from Essex Market, Katz's, Russ & Daughters, and some of Downtown Manhattan's best dining, shopping, and nightlife.

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Roofy listing score

Grade C, 60/100 · Fairly complete

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  • Photos25/25
    • Full points: 8 photos15/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details11/20
    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
    • No points: No size0/2
    • No points: No move-in date0/2
    • No points: No lease length0/1
    • No points: No pet policy0/1
    • Full points: Laundry mentioned1/1
    • No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
    • No points: No amenities listed0/2
    • Full points: Description of 277 words3/3
  • True cost7/15
    • No points: Broker fee not stated0/8
    • Full points: Price in line with similar homes in its neighborhood7/7
  • Accuracy11/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Some points: Partly checked against city records (built 1920, 15 homes)4/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 4 days ago4/4
  • Legal6/10
    • Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
    • Problem: The agent’s license is not active0/4
  • Trust0/15
    • No points: Not claimed on Roofy by the agent or owner0/10
    • No points: The agent is not verified on Roofy0/5

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Scored Nov 2, 2026 · Score version 1. No one can pay to change a score.

Fees and terms

Estimated cash to move in$12,010

First month $5,995, a one-month deposit $5,995 (the most New York allows) and a $20 screening fee. Under the FARE Act the listing broker’s fee is not yours to pay.

Compared with the area

Asks $5,995/mo, 16% below the median asking rent for 2-bedroom rentals in Lower East Side.

Median here
$7,100/mo
42 listings, last 90 days
Typical range
$5,495–$7,995
The middle half of listings

Priced in line with similar homes here.

2.4% of these listings have cut their price.

Asking prices of listings on Roofy and listing sites in the last 90 days, not signed leases or sale prices. One currency, never converted.

More about Lower East Side

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • Delancey St-Essex StF M J Z7 min walk
  • 2 AvF8 min walk
  • BoweryJ Z13 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 1

Distance only, not school zones. Check the zoned school with NYC Public Schools.

The building

15 units · 6 floors · built 1920 · 1 more home listed here

Building record for 271 East Houston Street

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

271 East Houston Street · BBL 1-00350-0012 · built 1920 · 15 units

Roofy building score 8/100 · Serious issuesAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Walk-up apartment building
Open HPD violations
31 (A 11 · B 17 · C 3)
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
14
Rent stabilization
Had 4 units in 2024 tax bills (likely)
Last sale (12-month file)
No sales in our 12-month file

The city’s records match this listing to the tax lot at 271 East Houston Street. Corner and multi-address buildings often have one main address.

Rent stabilization recordCheck if a unit is rent stabilized

3 open Class C (immediately hazardous) violations in the building.

See the full building record

Public NYC records about the building, not about the person listing it. Buyers and renters can see them on city websites too. Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOF).

Added to Roofy Oct 29, 2026Last checked on Realtor.com Oct 29, 2026Roofy doesn’t verify listings. Never send money before seeing a home.

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