Ray is more than a building. It's a place.
Anchoring the historic intersection of 125th Street and Fifth Avenue in the heart of Harlem, Ray Harlem combines modern living with hospitality flourishes, offering apartments designed to optimize light and expansive views of lower Manhattan. Designed by award-winning Frida Escobedo in collaboration with Handel Architects, Ray Harlem comprises 15 stories atop 27,000 square feet of space owned and operated by the National Black Theater (NBT).
From the studios to the two-bedrooms, every apartment at Ray Harlem is thoughtfully designed, including:
Quartz Countertops
Blonde Oak Floors
Oversized Windows
Washer / Dryers
Nest Smart Thermostat
Custom Resident App
At Ray Harlem, stunning apartments sit atop community amenity spaces with a point of view:
24/7 Attended Lobby
Living Room
Fitness Studio
Yoga Studio
Coworking w/ Private Workspace
Library, curated by Phaidon Press
Multiple Outdoor Spaces, including the Park Terrace, Courtyard, and Rooftop Terrace with Outdoor Grilling Stations
Rooftop Lounge
Communal Kitchen
Ray x Tulu Smart Vending Machine
Centrally located in Harlem just one block north of Marcus Garvey Park, our connectivity is unmatched, with major subway lines just steps away: 2, 3, 4, 5, & 6. Additionally, the Metro North 125th station provides easy access to the Hudson, Harlem & New Haven lines.
Ray Harlem offers an array of unique events, encouraging residents to engage with each other through arts & culture experiences. Ray and the National Black Theatre (NBT) are partners in the redevelopment of the site that has been home to NBT since its founding in 1968. Designed by Marvel Architects, NBT's spaces consist of a 250-seat immersive technology performance space, a 99-seat flexible studio theater, rehearsal rooms, offices, classrooms, and a set-building shop to support workforce development in theatrical trades.
Schedule your tour today to experience life at Ray Harlem.
*Photos and renderings are representative and may not reflect the exact apartment.
2035 5th Ave
New York, NY 10035
Apartment building
Studio-2 beds
In-unit dryer
What’s available
This building may have units for rent or for sale. Select a unit to contact.

$3,190
Studio, 1 ba
-- sqft
For rent - Unit 11A
Listing by: Compass

$3,195
Studio, 1 ba
-- sqft
For rent - Unit 16G
Listing by: Compass

$3,540
1 bd, 1 ba
-- sqft
For rent - Unit 11R
Listing by: Compass

$4,125
1 bd, 1 ba
-- sqft
For rent - Unit 6N
Listing by: Compass

$5,250
2 bd, 2 ba
-- sqft
For rent - Unit 11F
Listing by: Compass
What's special
Oversized windowsYoga studioSet-building shopPark terraceMultiple outdoor spacesBlonde oak floorsHistoric intersection
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Washer
Flooring
- Hardwood
Neighborhood: Harlem
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Nearby schools in New York
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Ps 30 Hernandez HughesGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Harlem Renaissence High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
- 5/10Thurgood Marshall Academy For Learning And Social ChangeGrades: 6-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 2035 5th Ave?
2035 5th Ave has a walk score of 99, it's a walker's paradise.
What is the transit score of 2035 5th Ave?
2035 5th Ave has a transit score of 100, it's a rider's paradise.
What schools are assigned to 2035 5th Ave?
The schools assigned to 2035 5th Ave include Ps 30 Hernandez Hughes, Harlem Renaissence High School, and Thurgood Marshall Academy For Learning And Social Change.
Does 2035 5th Ave have in-unit laundry?
Yes, 2035 5th Ave has in-unit laundry for some or all of the units.
What neighborhood is 2035 5th Ave in?
2035 5th Ave is in the Harlem neighborhood in New York, NY.