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2-bedroom house for rent in Harlem

228 W 136th St Unit 1, Harlem (North), Manhattan, New York, NY, 10030

$5,100/mo
Rent per month · in USD · Price history
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About this home

House for rent in Harlem, Manhattan: 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms. Rent $5,100/mo. Built in 1910.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Beautiful old world charm with all the modern luxuries you could want! This grand 17ft wide brownstone, originally built in 1910, has been tastefully renovated from top to bottom and the duplex with basement has a separate entrance and a very large private backyard oasis. The garden level is set up as the main living space. With one large room spanning the whole length of the house, you can enjoy open living and entertaining with many extras, like the electric fireplace, new floors, oversized island in the kitchen with room for seating and access to the backyard. The kitchen has been beautifully redone with a chef in mind; white lacquered cabinets, granite countertops that waterfall over the island and lots of integrated lighting. A powder room is also conveniently located on this floor. The fully finished basement is one of the largest and tallest ceiling basements on this block. The perfect place to create a movie room, game room or anything else you may desire with its large size and new LED recessed lights throughout make it feel part of the home rather than a basement. There is also a full size washer dryer and a utility room. The parlor level, with over 11ft ceilings, has 2 bedrooms that are adjoined by a den area that can become a perfect gathering place. A newly designed and renovated bathroom is conveniently located off the hall with all heated flooring and a glass enclosed shower. Beautifully preserved details such as the extra tall doors, decorative wood details throughout, window casings and original built in mirrors are also showcased. Also featured throughout a new central split-system AC, including the basement. Located in one of the most desirable parts of Harlem, on a beautiful tree lined block, and right by the historic Striver's Row, this home is conveniently located a block over from St. Nicholas Park. Also nearby are Whole Foods, 2/3 and B/C trains, and lots more shopping, dining, entertainment and transportation. Showings are by appointment only. Pets are considered case by case. *Please note virtual tour includes other parts of the house as well, and that are not part of this unit.

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

Roofy listing score

Grade C, 68/100 · Fairly complete

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  • Photos25/25
    • Full points: 14 photos15/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details14/20
    • 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
    • Full points: Pet policy stated1/1
    • Full points: Laundry mentioned1/1
    • Full points: Heat or utilities mentioned1/1
    • Some points: Only 1 amenity listed1/2
    • Full points: Description of 364 words3/3
  • True cost7/15
    • No points: Broker fee not stated0/8
    • Full points: Price in line with similar homes in its neighborhood7/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1910, 2 homes)5/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 4 days ago4/4
  • Legal10/10
    • Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
    • Full points: The agent’s license is active4/4
  • 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$10,220

First month $5,100, a one-month deposit $5,100 (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 $5,100/moAsking price, as listed
Oct 2026Nov 2026
DatePrice
Oct 29, 2026First seen on Roofy (via Realtor.com)$5,100/mo
Oct 17, 2026Price changed · Realtor.com$5,100/mo

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

Compared with the area

Asks $5,100/mo, 46% above the median asking rent for 2-bedroom rentals in Harlem (North).

Median here
$3,490/mo
15 listings, last 90 days

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 Harlem (North)

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • 135 StC B5 min walk
  • 135 St2 36 min walk
  • 145 St313 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 5

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

The building

2 units · 3 floors · built 1910

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

228 West 136 Street · BBL 1-01941-0146 · built 1910 · 2 units

Roofy building score 64/100 · Some issuesAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Two-family home
Open HPD violations
2 (A 0 · B 0 · C 1)
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
5
Rent stabilization
None in 2018–2024 tax bills
Last sale (12-month file)
No sales in our 12-month file

1 open Class C (immediately hazardous) violation 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.