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2-bedroom apartment for rent in East Harlem

120 E 116th St Apt 1F, East Harlem (North), Manhattan, New York, NY, 10029

$3,395/mo
Rent per month · in USD · Price history
Size
600 ft² (55.7 m²)
Available
Now
Year built
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About this home

Apartment for rent in East Harlem, Manhattan: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 600 ft². Rent $3,395/mo.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Welcome to this beautifully renovated 2-bedroom on 116th Street, with direct access to Columbia University via the crosstown bus! Apartment Highlights: Modern Kitchen: Features stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher and microwave, with premium countertops Queen/Full-sized bedrooms In-Unit Laundry: Washer/dryer for ultimate convenience Ample Storage: Each bedroom includes a generous closet Tiled Modern Bathroom: Sleek finishes for a stylish and functional space, with a high-end shower system. Pre-installed AC Units: Super convenient, move right in. Building Amenities: Only one flight up: Easy access to your apartment Pet-Friendly: Welcoming to approved pets case by case Well-Maintained Property: Attentive management and a responsive superintendent Prime Location: Situated on vibrant 116th Street between Lexington and Park Avenues Just steps from top local eateries like Ricardo Steakhouse, La Chula Taqueria, and Patsy's Pizzeria Close to East River Plaza featuring Target, Costco, Aldi, and more Near cultural hubs like El Museo del Barrio and the Museum of the City of New York Short walk to Central Park and Marcus Garvey Park for outdoor activities and green space Excellent Transit Access: Subway: Steps from the 6 train and convenient to the 2, 3, and Q lines for easy commuting Bus Lines: Multiple bus routes nearby, including the M116 crosstown bus, offering direct access to Columbia University and Morningside Heights Seamless connectivity to Midtown, Upper East Side, and beyond Don't miss this opportunity to live in a modern home with exceptional outdoor space, just steps from one of NYC's most iconic parks! Schedule your tour today. Fast, easy approval. Photos are digitally staged. NOTE: Applicants will pay a $20 application / credit check fee per applicant. Due at lease signing once approved will be first month's rent and one month security deposit.

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 297 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$6,810

First month $3,395, a one-month deposit $3,395 (the most New York allows) and a $20 screening fee. Under the FARE Act the listing broker’s fee is not yours to pay.

Amenities

Pets

  • Pets allowed

Price history

High $3,395/moAsking price, as listed
Sep 2026Nov 2026
DatePrice
Oct 29, 2026First seen on Roofy (via Realtor.com)$3,395/mo
Sep 9, 2026Price changed · Realtor.com$3,395/mo

From the listing sites’ own records and what Roofy has seen since. Newest first.

Compared with the area

Asks $3,395/mo, 7% 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
$5.66 vs $4.59
This home vs the median, 23% higher

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.