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3-bedroom apartment for rent in Manhattanville-West Harlem

1480 Amsterdam Ave # 5, Manhattanville-West Harlem, Manhattan, New York, NY, 10031

$4,000/mo
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About this home

Apartment for rent in Manhattanville-West Harlem, Manhattan: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. Rent $4,000/mo. Built in 1905.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Discover this beautifully updated apartment at 1480 Amsterdam Ave in West Harlem, featuring a spacious layout, contemporary finishes, and abundant natural light throughout. The apartment offers warm wood flooring, crisp white walls, and generously sized rooms with plenty of flexibility for furnishing. The separate kitchen features white shaker-style cabinetry, marble countertops, black hardware, and stainless steel appliances, including a gas range, microwave, and full-size refrigerator. The bathroom includes a white vanity, tiled finishes, and a window that brings in natural light. Located in West Harlem, the apartment offers convenient access to a vibrant mix of neighborhood restaurants, cafes, and outdoor spaces. Enjoy nearby Riverbank State Park, with its recreational facilities and Hudson River views, as well as the restaurants and nightlife along Broadway and Amsterdam Avenue. The neighborhood is also home to City College of New York and is near Columbia University's Manhattanville campus. For recreation and entertainment, explore Riverbank State Park's swimming pools, skating rink, and athletic facilities, or catch a live performance at Harlem Stage. The surrounding neighborhood offers a diverse selection of restaurants, cafes, and local establishments, contributing to West Harlem's lively atmosphere. Commuting is convenient, with access to the 1 train at 137th Street-City College, the B and C trains at 135th Street, and the A, B, C, and D trains at 125th Street. Nearby M100, M101, and M11 bus service provides additional connections throughout Manhattan. Contact me today for more information or to schedule a private showing! Move-In Costs: Application Fee: $20 One month's rent Security Deposit: One month's rent

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Roofy listing score

Grade C, 61/100 · 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

  • Photos21/25
    • Some points: Only 6 photos (8 or more for full points)11/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details10/20
    • 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
    • No points: No pet policy0/1
    • No points: Laundry not mentioned0/1
    • No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
    • No points: No amenities listed0/2
    • Full points: Description of 264 words3/3
  • True cost12/15
    • Full points: Broker fee and costs stated8/8
    • Cannot check yet: Not enough similar homes nearby to compare the price4/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1905, 25 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

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Scored Nov 3, 2026 · Score version 1. No one can pay to change a score.

Fees and terms

Estimated cash to move in$8,020

First month $4,000, a one-month deposit $4,000 (the most New York allows) and a $20 screening fee. Under the FARE Act the listing broker’s fee is not yours to pay.

Compared with the area

Asks $4,000/mo, 48% below the median asking rent for 3-bedroom rentals in Manhattan.

Median here
$7,656/mo
639 listings, last 90 days
Typical range
$6,413–$10,688
The middle half of listings

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

1.1% 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 Manhattan

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • 137 St-City College17 min walk
  • 135 StC B8 min walk
  • 125 St18 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 5

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

The building

25 units · 6 floors · built 1905 · 3 more homes listed here

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

1480 Amsterdam Avenue · BBL 1-01987-0029 · built 1905 · 25 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
34 (A 4 · B 24 · C 6)
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
1
Rent stabilization
Had 10 units in 2023 tax bills (likely)
Last sale (12-month file)
$1,000 on Sep 10, 2026

Rent stabilization recordCheck if a unit is rent stabilized

6 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 Nov 3, 2026Last checked on Realtor.com Nov 3, 2026Roofy doesn’t verify listings. Never send money before seeing a home.

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