NO FEE! This two bedroom home is located just steps to Columbia University, the Manhattan School of Music, Barnard and the Union Theological Seminary. The 125th St stop of the 1 train is two blocks away and Riverside Park is one block away. This charming pre-war apartment features lovely detailing and refinished original hardwood flooring. The separate windowed kitchen provides excellent cabinet space. The windowed bath is appointed with white subway tiling. The building has a live-in super, elevator and laundry room.
This charming pre-war rental building is situated on Claremont Avenue between La Salle Street & Tiemann Place in the heart of Morningside Heights. Building features include a video intercom system, elevator, laundry room, and a resident superintendent. Steps away from the 1 train at 125th Street, Riverside Park, Columbia, Barnard, the Manhattan School of Music, and the ever-expanding dining options along Broadway. Pets are welcome.
*PLEASE NOTE, the photos are of a different unit in the building of the same line with similar features. The video is of the actual unit.
Please be advised that Metropolitan Equities LLC is the sole agent authorized by the landlord of the apartment to offer the apartment for rent. Landlord and Metropolitan Equities LLC do not, and will not, authorize or grant permission to any other broker(s) or agent(s) to publish a listing for the apartment, find or obtain a tenant or lessee for the apartment, or impose or collect any broker fees or commissions in connection with the renting of the apartment on their behalf. In addition, the Landlord and Metropolitan Equities LLC do not require a tenant to engage its own broker to rent the apartment.
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189 Claremont Ave
New York, NY 10027
Apartment building
1-4 beds
Available units
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$3,195
2 bd, 1 ba
-- sqft
For rent - Unit 41
Listing by: Metropolitan Equities
What's special
Refinished original hardwood flooringExcellent cabinet spaceCharming pre-war apartmentWindowed bathSeparate windowed kitchenWhite subway tiling
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Flooring
- Hardwood
Neighborhood: Morningside Heights
- Historic AreaRich history reflected in architecture, landmarks, and charming old-town character.Arts SceneGalleries, murals, and cultural venues showcase creativity and artistic talent.Dining SceneFrom casual bites to fine dining, a haven for food lovers.Transit AccessConvenient access to buses, trains, and public transit for easy commuting.
Zip code 10027 spans West Harlem, Morningside Heights, and Manhattanville, blending historic brownstones, campus energy from Columbia and Barnard, and a lively arts and dining scene. Expect four true seasons, tree-lined blocks, and easy river-to-park access via Morningside, St. Nicholas, and Riverside parks, plus the Hudson River Greenway for biking. In recent months, median rent has hovered around $3,400 per month, with most listings ranging roughly $2,700–$5,000+. Daily life is highly walkable: groceries at Whole Foods on 125th and Morton Williams near 116th; coffee at Joe Coffee and Dear Mama; soul food and global eats at Red Rooster, Sylvia’s, and Little Senegal along 116th; and fitness at Planet Fitness and local studios. Evenings bring music and culture at the Apollo Theater and neighborhood venues, while Columbia’s Manhattanville campus adds modern galleries and public spaces. The area feels welcoming to pets and families, with playgrounds, dog-friendly green spaces, and a weekend greenmarket, and it’s commuter friendly via the 1 and A/B/C/D trains and crosstown buses.
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Nearby schools in New York
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Ps 36 Margaret DouglasGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Urban Assembly Academy for Future LeadersGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 1/10Urban Assembly for the Performing ArtsGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 189 Claremont Ave?
189 Claremont Ave has a walk score of 93, it's a walker's paradise.
What is the transit score of 189 Claremont Ave?
189 Claremont Ave has a transit score of 100, it's a rider's paradise.
What schools are assigned to 189 Claremont Ave?
The schools assigned to 189 Claremont Ave include Ps 36 Margaret Douglas, Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders, and Urban Assembly for the Performing Arts.
What neighborhood is 189 Claremont Ave in?
189 Claremont Ave is in the Morningside Heights neighborhood in New York, NY.
