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1255 Fifth Ave Apt 4B, East Harlem (South), Manhattan, New York, NY, 10029
- Bedrooms
- Studio
- Size
- —
- Available
- Now
- Year built
- 1925: Building details
About this home
Condo for rent in East Harlem, Manhattan: studio, 1 bathroom. Rent $3,500/mo. Built in 1925.
From the original listing · Realtor.comShowHide
Loft-Style Living with Treetop Central Park Views Experience the perfect blend of prewar charm and loft-style living at 1255 Fifth Avenue, ideally situated along Manhattan's iconic Museum Mile. This spacious alcove studio offers beautiful treetop views of Central Park, soaring 13-foot ceilings, and an airy, open layout that creates an exceptional sense of space and light. With desirable western exposure, the residence enjoys natural light throughout the afternoon, while oversized windows frame lush greenery and picturesque park views. The thoughtfully designed layout features a distinct sleeping alcove, allowing for a comfortable separation between living and sleeping areas. Additional highlights include bamboo plank flooring, a separate pass-through kitchen with generous space, and abundant closet storage. Features a counter stove and oven. Building Amenities Built in 1925, 1255 Fifth Avenue is a distinguished prewar condominium offering a wonderful combination of classic New York architecture and modern conveniences. Residents enjoy: Full-time doorman Live-in superintendent Fitness center Laundry facilities on every floor Beautifully landscaped roof deck Storage and bicycle storage available for an additional fee Perfectly positioned across from Central Park and along Museum Mile, the building offers convenient access to world-renowned museums, neighborhood cafes, restaurants, and public transportation. Move-In Fees and Requirements All fees are subject to change in accordance with condominium rules and management requirements. First Month's Rent: One month's rent Security Deposit: One month's rent Processing Fee: $700 Credit Report Fee: $100 per applicant Move-In Fee: $1,000 Refundable Move-In Deposit: $500 Additional Tenant Responsibilities Renter's insurance is required (carrier of your choice). Utilities are the tenant's responsibility and are billed based on usage. Discover an exceptional opportunity to enjoy loft-style living, generous proportions, and beautiful Central Park views from one of Fifth Avenue's most desirable locations.
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Roofy listing score
Grade B, 74/100 · Complete
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- Full points: Broker fee and costs stated8/8
- 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 1925, 49 homes)5/5
- Full points: Confirmed on its source site 4 days ago4/4
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- Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
- Full points: The agent’s license is active4/4
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Fees and terms
First month $3,500, a one-month deposit $3,500 (the most New York allows) and a $20 screening fee. Under the FARE Act the listing broker’s fee is not yours to pay.
Location
- NeighborhoodEast Harlem (South)Housing records and complaints
- BoroughManhattanHousing records
- ZIP codeZIP 10029Buildings and sales
- ListingsHomes for rent in 1002997 homes for rent
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Nearby transit
- 110 St-Malcolm X Plaza2 37 min walk
- 110 St68 min walk
- 103 St68 min walk
Nearby public schools · District 4
- P.S. 108 Assemblyman Angelo Del Toro Educational Complexk-8, grades PK-8150 m
- Central Park East High Schoolhigh, grades 9-12150 m
- Central Park East Ielementary, grades PK-5210 m
Distance only, not school zones. Check the zoned school with NYC Public Schools.
The building
49 units · 8 floors · built 1925 · 1 more home listed here
Building record for 1255 5 Avenue
NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)1255 5 Avenue · BBL 1-01613-7501 · built 1925 · 49 units
- Building type
- Condominium
- Open HPD violations
- 2 (A 0 · B 2 · C 0)
- Heat complaints
- 0 this season
- Complaints, last 12 months
- 2
- 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 1255 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 recordPublic 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.






























