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5-bedroom apartment for rent in East Harlem

1212 Fifth Ave Unit 15N, East Harlem (South), Manhattan, New York, NY, 10029

$39,995/mo
Rent per month · in USD · Price history
Size
4,022 ft² (374 m²)
Available
Now

About this home

Apartment for rent in East Harlem, Manhattan: 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, 4,022 ft². Rent $39,995/mo. Built in 1925.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Residence 15N at 1212 Fifth Avenue offers over 4,022 square feet of masterfully designed living space in a rare Fifth Avenue condominium. Perched on a high floor, this five-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bathroom, ten-room home seamlessly blends timeless pre-war elegance with the modern luxuries of new construction - all framed by breathtaking, panoramic views of Central Park. A private elevator landing opens into expansive, light-filled entertaining spaces featuring lofty ceilings, a gas fireplace, and meticulously crafted details - from plaster coffered ceilings and classic moldings to solid oak flooring, custom millwork, and recessed LED lighting. Climate control is individually zoned for each room, with elegant built-ins discreetly concealing HVAC systems. The serene primary suite enjoys park views and a separate private sitting room - perfect for a quiet retreat, home office, or personal library. The chef's kitchen is appointed with Italian custom cabinetry, Caesarstone countertops, and top-of-the-line Miele and Bertazzoni appliances, anchored by Dornbracht fixtures. Spa-like bathrooms offer radiant heated floors, Dolomiti marble, custom vanities, and Dornbracht fittings throughout. Located at the crossroads of history and luxury, 1212 Fifth Avenue is a rare boutique, pre-war LEED-certified condominium. Originally built in 1925 and exquisitely restored in 2012 by Durst Fetner Residential, S. Russell Groves, and SLCE Architects, the building offers only 55 residences and an intimate, full-service lifestyle. Amenities include a 24-hour concierge, live-in resident manager, a 2,600-square-foot fitness center, residents' lounge, children's playroom, bike room, and on-site parking. Fees At Application: Credit Check Fee: $20 Board Fee's: Application Processing Fee: $550 Additional Processing Fee: $200 only if there are three (3) or more applicants. Credit Check Fee: $125 / per applicant and per adult occupant. Move Out Deposit (Refundable): $1,000 Move-In Deposit (Refundable): $1,000 Move-In Fee (Non-Refundable): $500 Move-Out Fee (Non-Refundable): $500 First Month's Rent Security Deposit

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Roofy listing score

Grade B, 70/100 · 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: 16 photos15/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details12/20
    • 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
    • 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 324 words3/3
  • True cost11/15
    • Full points: Broker fee and costs stated8/8
    • Some points: Priced 233% above similar homes in the borough, which take longer to rent3/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1925, 53 homes)5/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 3 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$80,010

First month $39,995, a one-month deposit $39,995 (the most New York allows) and a $20 screening fee. Under the FARE Act the listing broker’s fee is not yours to pay.

Price history

High $39,995/moAsking price, as listed
Sep 2026Nov 2026
DatePrice
Oct 29, 2026First seen on Roofy (via Realtor.com)$39,995/mo
Sep 16, 2026Price changed · Realtor.com$39,995/mo

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

Compared with the area

Asks $39,995/mo, 233% above the median asking rent for rentals with 4+ bedrooms in Manhattan.

Median here
$11,995/mo
201 listings, last 90 days
Typical range
$9,275–$20,995
The middle half of listings
Per ft²/mo
$9.94 vs $7.76
This home vs the median, 28% higher

Priced above most similar homes here and on the market longer than usual.

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

  • 103 St67 min walk
  • 96 St610 min walk
  • 110 St613 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 4

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

The building

53 units · 16 floors · built 1925 · 1 more home listed here

Building record for 1212 5 Avenue

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

1212 5 Avenue · BBL 1-01607-7502 · built 1925 · 53 units

Roofy building score 96/100 · 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
0
Rent stabilization
May have stabilized units
Last sale (12-month file)
No sales in our 12-month file

The city’s records match this listing to the tax lot at 1212 5 Avenue. Corner and multi-address buildings often have one main address.

Rent stabilization recordCheck if a unit is rent stabilized

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.

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