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2-bedroom condo for rent in Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square

408 8th Ave APT 9C, Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square, Manhattan, New York, NY, 10001

$5,495/mo

Rent per month · in USD

Zillow rent estimate: $5,799/mo

Bedrooms: 2: 2+ bedroom homes for rent in ZIP 10001
Bathrooms: 1: Homes with 1+ bathroom for rent in ZIP 10001
Size: 750 ft² (69.7 m²)
Type: Condo: Condos for rent in ZIP 10001
Available: Now
Year built: 1986: Building details

About this home

Condo for rent in Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square, Manhattan: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 750 ft². Rent $5,495/mo. Built in 1986.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

FURNISHED 2BR | PRIVATE BALCONY | MIELE W/D | FULL-TIME DOORMAN Private outdoor space, premium in-home conveniences, and exceptional Manhattan connectivityall in one boutique condominium. Welcome to Residence 9C at 408 Eighth Avenue, a renovated, furnished two-bedroom home featuring a private balcony overlooking Eighth Avenue, an in-unit Miele washer/dryer, and the convenience of a full-time doorman. Situated on the ninth floor, this thoughtfully appointed residence offers two enclosed bedrooms, wood flooring, a renovated bathroom, and an updated kitchen featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a dishwasher. Individually controlled heating and cooling with Nest thermostats provide year-round comfort. Step outside onto your private balconyyour own outdoor retreat above the energy of Manhattan. The intimate condominium offers full-time doorman service, elevator access, and convenient package facilities. WHOLE FOODS, HUDSON YARDS & CHELSEA Enjoy the convenience of Whole Foods Market at Manhattan West, just a short walk away for groceries, fresh produce, and prepared meals. The restaurants, cafs, shopping, and entertainment of Chelsea, Hudson Yards, Manhattan West, and Herald Square are all nearby. The High Line, Madison Square Garden, and Moynihan Train Hall are also within easy reach. The surrounding neighborhood is home to major corporate offices, including Meta and BlackRock at 50 Hudson Yards, as well as the expanding Manhattan West business district. EXCEPTIONAL TRANSPORTATION Enjoy convenient access to one of Manhattan's most extensive transportation networks: Penn Station: A, C, E, 1, 2, 3 trains Herald Square: B, D, F, M, N, Q, R, W trains Hudson Yards: 7 train Regional Rail: Amtrak, LIRR, NJ Transit, and nearby PATH service Whether commuting across Manhattan, exploring the city, or traveling beyond New York, this location offers outstanding convenience. Furnished. Private balcony. In-unit Miele laundry. Full-time doorman. Available now. Longer lease terms welcome. Private showings by appointment.

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Roofy listing score

Grade C, 50/100 · 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

This score is held at 50: the rent is far below similar homes in its neighborhood, a common sign of a rental scam. Never send money before you have seen the home.

Photos19/25
- Full points: 8 photos15/15
- Some points: Some photos are small (about 600 px)4/10
Details18/20
- Full points: Price stated3/3
- Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
- Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
- Full points: Size stated2/2
- Full points: Move-in date stated2/2
- 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 2 amenities listed1/2
- Full points: Description of 302 words3/3
True cost8/15
- Full points: Broker fee and costs stated8/8
- Problem: Priced 43% below similar homes in its neighborhood: a common sign of a rental scam0/7
Accuracy15/15
- Full points: 3 sites agree on the price, bedrooms and size6/6
- Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1986, 29 homes)5/5
- Full points: Confirmed on its source site today4/4
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$11,010

First month $5,495, a one-month deposit $5,495 (the most New York allows) and a $20 screening fee. Under the FARE Act the listing broker’s fee is not yours to pay.

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Amenities

In the home

Furnished

Pets

Pets allowed

Compared with the area

Asks $5,495/mo, 43% below the median asking rent for 2-bedroom rentals in Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square.

Median here: $9,593/mo; 53 listings, last 90 days
Typical range: $8,698–$11,113; The middle half of listings
Per ft²/mo: $7.33 vs $9.22; This home vs the median, 21% lower

Priced far below similar homes here. Check the price before you trust it.

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 Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

Penn Station (LIRR)Babylon Far Rockaway Hempstead Long Beach Montauk Oyster Bay Port Jefferson Port Washington Ronkonkoma West Hempstead2 min walk
34 St-Penn StationA C E5 min walk
28 St15 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 2

P.S. 033 Chelsea Prepelementary, grades PK-5460 m
The High School of Fashion Industrieshigh, grades 9-12530 m
Quest to Learnsecondary, grades 6-12990 m

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

The building

29 units · 12 floors · built 1986

Building record for 406 8 Avenue

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

406 8 Avenue · BBL 1-00780-7501 · built 1986 · 29 units

Roofy building score 59/100 · Some issuesAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.

Building type: Condominium
Open HPD violations: 37 (A 5 · B 27 · C 5)
Heat complaints: 0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months: 12
Rent stabilization: None in 2018–2024 tax bills
Last sale (12-month file): No sales in our 12-month file

The city’s records match this listing to the tax lot at 406 8 Avenue. Corner and multi-address buildings often have one main address.

5 open Class C (immediately hazardous) violations in the building. 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 Nov 1, 2026Last checked on Realtor.com Nov 2, 2026Roofy doesn’t verify listings. Never send money before seeing a home.