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2-bedroom apartment for rent in East Harlem

120 E 116th St Apt 4F, East Harlem (North), Manhattan, New York, NY, 10029

$3,599/mo
Rent per month · in USD
Bedrooms
2: 2+ bedroom homes for rent in ZIP 10029
Bathrooms
1: Homes with 1+ bathroom for rent in ZIP 10029
Size
850 ft² (79 m²)
Type
Apartment: Apartments for rent in ZIP 10029
Available
Now
Year built
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About this home

Apartment for rent in East Harlem, Manhattan: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 850 ft². Rent $3,599/mo.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

GORGEOUS RENOVATED 2BR! IN-UNIT LAUNDRY, AC & STEPS TO THE 6 TRAIN! Modern Living | Prime East Harlem Location | Easy Access to Columbia University! Welcome home to this beautifully renovated 2-bedroom apartment in the heart of vibrant East Harlem! Perfectly situated on East 116th Street between Lexington and Park Avenues, this stylish home combines modern finishes, everyday convenience, and an unbeatable Manhattan location. Enjoy the luxury of your own washer and dryer, a sleek modern kitchen, pre-installed air conditioning, and beautifully updated interiors - all just steps from shopping, restaurants, parks, and public transportation! STUNNING APARTMENT FEATURES Beautifully Renovated 2-Bedroom Apartment - Thoughtfully designed with contemporary finishes throughout. Modern Designer Kitchen - Featuring stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, microwave, premium countertops, and stylish cabinetry. Queen/Full-Sized Bedrooms - Comfortable bedrooms offering flexibility for your furniture and personal style. IN-UNIT WASHER & DRYER! - Skip the laundromat and enjoy the convenience of doing laundry at home. PRE-INSTALLED AIR CONDITIONING! - Move right in and enjoy year-round comfort. Gorgeous Modern Bathroom - Beautiful tilework, sleek fixtures, and a high-end shower system. Excellent Closet Space - Generous bedroom closets provide convenient storage. BUILDING HIGHLIGHTS Only One Flight Up! - Convenient second-floor apartment. Pet-Friendly! - Pets considered on a case-by-case basis. Well-Maintained Building - Attentive management and a responsive superintendent. FANTASTIC EAST HARLEM LOCATION! Enjoy the best of Manhattan living with everything you need right outside your door! Amazing Dining Options: Steps from popular neighborhood favorites including Ricardo Steakhouse, La Chula Taqueria, and the legendary Patsy's Pizzeria. Shopping at Your Fingertips: Convenient to East River Plaza, featuring Costco, Target, Aldi, and more. Parks & Recreation: Enjoy nearby Central Park and Marcus Garvey Park for jogging, relaxing, and outdoor activities. Arts & Culture: Close to El Museo del Barrio and the Museum of the City of New York. Vibrant Neighborhood: Explore the local cafes, restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions that make East Harlem such an exciting place to call home. EXCELLENT TRANSPORTATION - EASY COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY COMMUTE! 6 TRAIN JUST STEPS AWAY! - Convenient access to the Lexington Avenue subway line. M116 CROSSTOWN BUS - Direct service across 116th Street toward Columbia University and Morningside Heights. Additional connections to the 2, 3, and Q trains. Multiple nearby bus routes. Convenient access to Midtown, the Upper East Side, and the rest of Manhattan. DON'T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY! Renovated 2-bedroom apartments with IN-UNIT LAUNDRY, a modern kitchen, and excellent transportation access are always in demand! Enjoy the convenience of a beautifully updated apartment in one of Manhattan's most connected neighborhoods. FAST & EASY APPROVAL PROCESS! CONTACT US TODAY TO SCHEDULE YOUR PRIVATE SHOWING! RENTAL DETAILS Application/credit check fee: $20 per applicant. Due at lease signing upon approval: First month's rent and one month's security deposit, subject to any applicable promotional terms. Promotional offer applies to qualifying leases beginning October 2026. Please inquire for details.

Description from Realtor.com, shown as published there. See the original listing

Roofy listing score

Grade C, 64/100 · Fairly complete

How complete and honest this listing is, from what the source sites show and Roofy’s own checks. It isn’t a rating of the home or the agent. How the score works

  • Photos25/25
    • Full points: 8 photos15/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details15/20
    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Size stated2/2
    • No points: No move-in date0/2
    • No points: No lease length0/1
    • Full points: Pet policy stated1/1
    • Full points: Laundry mentioned1/1
    • No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
    • Some points: Only 1 amenity listed1/2
    • Full points: Description of 478 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 1910, 8 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
    • No points: No active license found for the agent0/4
  • Trust0/15
    • No points: Not claimed on Roofy by the agent or owner0/10
    • No points: The agent is not verified on Roofy0/5

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

Fees and terms

Estimated cash to move in$7,218

First month $3,599, a one-month deposit $3,599 (the most New York allows) and a $20 screening fee. Under the FARE Act the listing broker’s fee is not yours to pay.

Work out your move-in costWho pays the broker fee? (FARE Act)

Amenities

Pets

  • Pets allowed

Compared with the area

Asks $3,599/mo, 2% below the median asking rent for 2-bedroom rentals in East Harlem (North).

Median here
$3,664/mo
30 listings, last 90 days
Typical range
$3,225–$4,499
The middle half of listings
Per ft²/mo
$4.23 vs $4.59
This home vs the median, 8% lower

Priced in line with similar homes here.

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 East Harlem (North)

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • 116 St61 min walk
  • 110 St67 min walk
  • 125 St4 5 611 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 4

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

The building

8 units · 5 floors · built 1910 · 2 more homes listed here

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

120 East 116 Street · BBL 1-01643-0061 · built 1910 · 8 units

Roofy building score 3/100 · Serious issuesAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Walk-up apartment building
Open HPD violations
7 (A 0 · B 2 · C 5)
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
8
Rent stabilization
May have stabilized units
Last sale (12-month file)
No sales in our 12-month file

Rent stabilization recordCheck if a unit is rent stabilized

5 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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