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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Keypad entry
  • Convenient amenities
  • Intercom
  • Garden views

Location

512 E 5th St, New York, NY 10009, USA|East Village
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Management

MetroNest

Leasing office

(844) 325-6407 ext. 3276

Open 

9:00 am–7:00 pm ET

Property Overview

512 East 5th Street offers a strong mix of value, convenience, and nearby amenities, with an 8.8 Zumper rating, excellent price and amenity scores, and features like keypad entry, intercom, and garden views. It also stands out for its nearby schools and photo coverage, while the surrounding area supports an active social lifestyle with many restaurants, cultural spots, and entertainment venues close by.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 512 East 5th Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 512 East 5th Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby
  • Fireplace

Great for

  • Social life
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

512 EAST 5TH STREET - 2 ROOM STUDIO / 1 BATHStudio1 bath200 sqft$2,825 /mo2 units available2 Room Studio / 1 Bath

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Amenities for 512 East 5th Street

Apartment Amenities

Decorative FireplaceDuplex
FireplaceHardwood Floor
Multi Bedroom Shares/Co-LivingUpgraded Kitchen

Appliances

DishwasherMicrowave

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKLibrary

Grounds

Garden/PatioGate
Outdoor Space

Neighborhood

Citi Bike Station NearbyNear Tompkins Square Park
Neighborhood East Village

Other

Short TermShort Term Lease
Ultra Short Term
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

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Building details

Property details

Units16
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About 512 East 5th Street

HomeApartments in New YorkEast Village 512 East 5th Street

Located minutes from the shaded, leafy Tompkins Square Park and vibrant St. Marks Place, 512 East 5th Street is a convenient and affordable choice for an East Village apartment rental. This classic six-story building situated in the heart of the East Village features multi-bedroom, co-living shares and convenient amenities, including four-bedroom rental apartments, keypad entry, surveillance and an intercom. This property offers a range of lease terms including short-term (from 3 - 11 months), ultra-short term (minimum 2 months), academic lease term, summer rentals, & long-term lease options. The building is part of an identical string of period buildings along the street, which make a striking impression on anyone who passes by. Certain rear-facing units have fantastic garden views. This East Village apartment building is close to NYU -- which means that undergraduate and graduate students from around the globe will find the apartments at 512 E 5th street a good fit. Not only are th


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 512 East 5th Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 512 East 5th Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 512 East 5th Street
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
512 East 5th Street offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
512 East 5th Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 512 East 5th Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
512 East 5th Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 512 East 5th Street to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
512 East 5th Street provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

512 East 5th Street is great for:

Social life

  • 3622 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 742 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 813 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

Pet owners

  • 4 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 63 pet supply stores near the property
  • 12 pet grooming services nearby
  • 15 pet hospitals in the area

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 512 East 5th Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.1 mile away
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

No laundry facilities available
This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers

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Rent trends in East Village

studio apartments at 512 East 5th Street cost about 36% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in East Village.

Median rents as of Aug 29 2026.
East Village
New York
A table of studio rental data trends in New York
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$3,665
October 2024$3,625
November 2024$3,532
December 2024$3,527
January 2025$3,569
February 2025$3,563
March 2025$3,643
April 2025$3,747
May 2025$3,800
June 2025$3,772
July 2025$3,757
August 2025$3,791
September 2025$3,807
October 2025$3,812
November 2025$3,800
December 2025$3,798
January 2026$3,790
February 2026$3,794
March 2026$3,837
April 2026$3,855
May 2026$3,886
June 2026$3,867
July 2026$3,850
August 2026$3,844
A table of studio rental data trends in East Village
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$3,101
October 2024$3,386
November 2024$3,220
December 2024$3,081
January 2025$3,043
February 2025$2,863
March 2025$3,143
April 2025$3,150
May 2025$3,948
June 2025$4,050
July 2025$3,593
August 2025$3,581
September 2025$3,500
October 2025$4,181
November 2025$4,128
December 2025$4,136
January 2026$3,864
February 2026$3,824
March 2026$4,074
April 2026$3,896
May 2026$4,341
June 2026$4,438
July 2026$4,680
August 2026$4,419

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$113,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $113,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $2,825.
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Schools near 512 East 5th Street

P.S. 64 - Robert Simon

600 e 6th st

new york, NY, 10009

PK, K-5Public
C+

Earth School

600 e 6th st

new york, NY, 10009

PK, K-5Public
B-

Neighborhood School

121 e 3rd st

new york, NY, 10009

PK, K-5Public
B+

The Star Academy Ps 63

121 e 3rd st

new york, NY, 10009

PK, K-5Public
B-

P.S. 20 - Anna Silver

166 essex st

new york, NY, 10002

PK, K-5Public
B-
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Neighborhood

East Village | New York, NY

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Lively and energetic
You’ll be in the heart of the action in this bustling and vibrant area with plenty of shopping, nightlife, and culture.

Getting around New York near 512 E 5th St

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

2/10
Driving may be a chore with traffic and minimal parking options.

Cycling

10/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 512 E 5th St, New York

Groceries

10/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

10/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

10/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

Explore the area around 512 E 5th St

Key Food
52 Avenue A
El Hasel Grocery
32 Avenue B
Union Market
240 E Houston St
Fine Fare Supermarkets
42 Avenue C
Punjabi Grocery & Deli
114 E 1st St

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