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2-bedroom house for rent in Murray Hill-Kips Bay

165 Lexington Ave Apt 1A, Murray Hill-Kips Bay, Manhattan, New York, NY, 10016

$12,500/mo
Rent per month · in USD
Size
1,435 ft² (133 m²)
Available
Now

About this home

House for rent in Murray Hill-Kips Bay, Manhattan: 2 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 1,435 ft². Rent $12,500/mo. Built in 2021.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Duplex with Rare Private Terrace on Lexington Ave! Offered Furnished or Unfurnished, Both Long-Term Or Short-Term (6 Months) New Construction Duplex with Rare Private Terrace on Prime Lexington Avenue! This bright and stylish furnished 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath duplex offers a rare find in Manhattanan oversized private terrace perfect for entertaining or unwinding outdoors. The home features soaring 12-foot ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and an open-concept layout. The sleek kitchen boasts a waterfall island, Cristallo quartzite countertops, custom Italian cabinetry, and integrated Miele appliances. Upstairs, the king-size primary suite includes a walk-in closet and a spa-like en-suite bath with marble finishes, soaking tub, and rain shower. A second bedroom and full bath offer flexibility for guests or a home office. Offered fully furnished with high-end designer pieces including Ligne Roset, Herman Miller, BoConcept, and Lazzoni. Additional features include great storage, wide-plank white oak floors, multi-zone climate control, and in-unit Miele washer/dryer. Residents at The Lexi enjoy access to a new fitness center, a beautifully landscaped roof deck with sweeping views, and a modern tenant lounge that opens to additional outdoor spaceideal for relaxing or working from home in style. 24 Hour Doorman and live-in-super. Located in the heart of Manhattan, The Lexi is moments away from the best the city has to offerTrader Joes, Whole Foods, Michelin-starred dining, vibrant nightlife, and cultural destinations. Madison Square Park and transportation options including the R/W/6 subway lines are just steps away. Centrally located yet remarkably quieteven the terrace feels like a private escape. Note: Select photos have been virtually staged. Requires Board Approval Initial application Fee: $20 Condo application fee: $635 Rent: $12,500 Security Deposit: $12,500

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Roofy listing score

Grade B, 71/100 · 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: 12 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 295 words3/3
  • True cost13/15
    • Full points: Broker fee and costs stated8/8
    • Some points: Priced 92% above similar homes in its neighborhood5/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 2020, 43 homes)5/5
    • 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$25,020

First month $12,500, a one-month deposit $12,500 (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

Compared with the area

Asks $12,500/mo, 92% above the median asking rent for 2-bedroom rentals in Murray Hill-Kips Bay.

Median here
$6,520/mo
106 listings, last 90 days
Typical range
$5,200–$8,295
The middle half of listings
Per ft²/mo
$8.71 vs $7.49
This home vs the median, 16% higher

Priced above most similar homes here.

2.8% 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 Murray Hill-Kips Bay

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • 33 St64 min walk
  • 28 St64 min walk
  • 23 St-Baruch College610 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 2

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

The building

43 units · 11 floors · built 2020 · 2 more homes listed here

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

165 Lexington Avenue · BBL 1-00886-7504 · built 2020 · 43 units

Roofy building score 99/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Condominium
Open HPD violations
None
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
1
Rent stabilization
None in 2018–2024 tax bills
Last sale (12-month file)
No sales in our 12-month file

No open immediately hazardous (Class C) violations. Condo records cover the whole 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.