What is the rent for a studio at 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 ranges from $2,500 to $2,800 per month, with a median of $2,650.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 ranges from $3,195 to $3,300 per month, with a median of $3,247.

How does rent at 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10038 zip code: studio rents are about 33% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 44% below the neighborhood median.

Is 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 rent stabilized?

Yes, 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 is rent stabilized with 21 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038?

Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to February could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038?

The registered owner of 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 is 160 FRONT STREET ASSOCIATES. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 a good landlord?

156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038, owned by 160 FRONT STREET ASSOCIATES, has an overall grade of C (2.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 65 recorded violations. Tenants have left 3 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038?

156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038?

Yes, 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 has 65 housing violations and 141 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 have?

156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 offers 6 amenities including Elevator, Fios Available, Laundry, Live In Super, Dishwasher, View. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 have laundry facilities?

Yes, 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 offers laundry amenities: Laundry, Dishwasher.

What schools are near 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038?

There are 10 schools near 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include The Peck Slip School (5 min walk), The Peck Slip School (5 min walk), Millennium High School (6 min walk), Spruce Street School (7 min walk), Kwenda Collegiate Girls Charter School (2 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038?

156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: WATER ST/MAIDEN LN (QM7, SIM15, QM8, QM65), 0.05 mi away.

Is 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10038 zip code where 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 is located had 828 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 83 violent crimes, 248 property crimes, and 497 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10038 for full details.

When was 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 built and how many units does it have?

156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 was built in 1930, has 9 floors, contains 66 total units, 63 of which are residential.

How energy efficient is 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038?

156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 has an ENERGY STAR score of 56 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 90.1 kBtu/ft² (2024 data).

What do tenants say about living at 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038?

156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.0 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

156 FRONT STREET — Rent Intelligence for Financial District, NYC

Financial District · Manhattan, NY, 10038

Built 19309 floors66 unitsBBL 1000710001

Current rent range

$2,500 – $3,300 / mo

2 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings · rent stabilized

Leave a review

★★★★★2.03 reviews

Verified reviews1FOwned by160 FRONT STREET ASSOCIATES3 bldgs

156 FRONT STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10038

156 FRONT STREET is a mid-century 1930 building, 9 floors, 66 units in Financial District, NYC. Owned by 160 FRONT STREET ASSOCIATES. Public records show 74 open violations, 141 311 complaints, 2 active litigation matters on file. Risk signals: 1 bedbug report. Rent stabilization on file covers 21 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 3 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations65last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews32.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units66DHCR records

Building age96 ybuilt 1930

311 complaints141last 7 years

01 / 10

Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

Studio

$2,650/mo

28 listings

1 BR

$3,247/mo

15 listings

This building is rent stabilized — actual rents typically trade below neighborhood medians.

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

February

Most expensive

June

JFMAMJJASOND

Potential savings: ~8% by timing your move to February.

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

Studio

This building: $2,500 – $2,800

33% belowArea: $3,951

1 BR

This building: $3,195 – $3,300

44% belowArea: $5,797

2 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $9,836

Units Historic Rent 1 listing

1 Bed$3,1951 listing

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

Studio28 listings

$3,951

$3,951

1 Bed15 listings

$3,247

$5,623 – $5,970

Range (P25 – P75)MedianBased on recent listings in Manhattan

01 / 09

Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

Financial District

Quarterly market rent, 2014–2026 (latest = Q1 2026 forecast)

Asking rent

$5,908

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

4.6%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

18%

asking, since ~'16

Asking rent per bedroom type — switch tabs to see each with effective (concession-net) rent.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

02 / 10

Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

168 nearby

within 0.75 mi

Public-safety

shelters, methadone, halfway, sex offenders

24/7 Noise

sirens, construction, schools, rail, avenue traffic

Environmental

brownfields, industrial zones, sanitation

Block-level

708

311 noise, rats, bedbug history

Sources: NYC DHS · DOB · 311 · DSNY · FDNY · NYS DCJS · NYS DECSee full report

02 / 10

Neighborhood risks.

02 / 10

Violations, 311, & more.

hpd · dob · 311 · acris
last 7 years

Violation & Complaint Trends

Monthly counts over the last 7 years · all data sources

Steady

HPDTop Violations

65 total

Door/Lock
24
Pest Infestation
13
Smoke/CO Detector
4
Paint/Plaster
3
Flooring
2

311Top Complaints

141 total

UNSANITARY CONDITION
49
HEAT/HOT WATER
42
DOOR/WINDOW
10
GENERAL
9
WATER LEAK
7

DOBTop Filings

9 total

DOB Violations
9

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(10 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class CNOV SENT OUTAug 10, 2026
§ 27-2070 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF GAS TO THE FIXTURES AT RANGE IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 6D, 6th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Class ANOV SENT OUTAug 10, 2026
§ 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT SOUTH WALL IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 6D, 6th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Class BCIV14 MAILEDMay 2, 2026
§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE INTERCOM SYSTEM FROM BUILDING FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR TO EAST WALL IN THE PRIVATE HALLWAY LOCATED AT APT 7G, 7th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class CNOV CERTIFIED ON TIMEMar 17, 2026
HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES AT BASEMENT
Class CNOV CERTIFIED ON TIMEMar 17, 2026
567 (C) § 27-2017, 27-2017.1, 27-2017.4, 27-2017.5, 27-2017.8, 27-2019, 27-2021 HMC: ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF EVIDENCE OF RATS AND ALL UNDERLYING CAUSES CREATING THE PEST INFESTATIONS, BY USING INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT (IPM), ELIMINATE ALL BURROW ENTRY AND PASSAGEWAYS, PEST NESTS, HOLES, GAPS OR CRACKS IN WALLS, CEILINGS, FLOORS, FIXING LEAKS AND MANAGING GARBAGE IN PUBLIC AREAS. EVIDENCE FOUND AT THROUGHOUT BASEMENT AT BASEMENT

See all 65 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

2.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

3 reviews

5★

4★

3★

2★

100%

1★

Pros: Location Good price for unit size Cons: Avoid at all costs. Management is inept and unresponsive. History of poor, rude supers who cannot deliver on basic tasks. Persistent rat issues.

negativeJul 2025

Anonymous

Pros: Rent controlled and centrally located to transportation. Cons: South Street Seaport shuts down at night. So neighborhood is a sort of dead at night. Advice to landlord: Please maintain the building including appl…

negativeFeb 2022

Anonymous

Pros: It’s right in the heart of the south street seaport. Great view of the water Cons: Management is not responsive Super is extremely unprofessional Building is maintained poorly Hallways never get cleaned Clearly…

negativeFeb 2021

Anonymous

View all 3 reviews

03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

04 / 10

Building amenities.

Building Amenities

6 amenities

BUILDING

Elevator

LAUNDRY

Laundry
Dishwasher

OTHER

Fios Available
Live In Super
View

04 / 09

Building amenities.

05 / 10

The landlord.

160 FRONT STREET ASSOCIATES

Portfolio of 3 buildingsLIMITED MANAGER: BRIAN MCCARTHYMail: 118-35 QUEENS BOULEVARD, Forest Hills, NY, 11375

Portfolio-level grade reflects the landlord's buildings across NYC, weighted by unit count. Individual building grades may differ.

View full landlord profile

buildings

2.0

avg score / 5

C-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1930Building constructed66 units · 9 floors
now160 FRONT STREET ASSOCIATESOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2027-09-01.

05 / 09

The landlord.

06 / 10

Crime & safety.

10038 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 10038

Violent83

Property248

Quality-of-life497

Total incidents828

07 / 10

About this area.

Financial District · 10038

156 FRONT STREET · Manhattan · 40.706° N, -74.005° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby1 min

7 schools nearby5 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

WATER ST/MAIDEN LNQM7SIM15QM8QM65
0.0 mi1 min
WATER ST/JOHN STM15
0.1 mi1 min
WATER ST / PINE STBM1BM3BM4BM2
0.1 mi1 min
WATER ST/PINE STM15-SBS
0.1 mi1 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

The Peck Slip SchoolElementary
0.3 mi5 min
The Peck Slip SchoolElementary
0.3 mi5 min
Millennium High SchoolHigh School
0.3 mi6 min
Spruce Street SchoolK-8
0.4 mi7 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Kwenda Collegiate Girls Charter SchoolCharter
0.1 mi2 min
New York City Charter School Of The ArtsMiddle School
0.2 mi4 min
Compass Charter SchoolCharter
0.4 mi8 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Quad Preparatory Upper SchoolMiddle School
0.1 mi3 min
Titus SchoolElementary
0.2 mi3 min
Nysarc, Inc-Nyc ChapterElementary
0.2 mi3 min

The neighborhood

Financial District

The South Street Seaport and Civic Center area bridges FiDi and the Brooklyn Bridge. City Hall, the courthouses, and the revamped Pier 17 rooftop concert venue make it a unique mix of government, history, and waterfront entertainment.

742buildings tracked4.1avg LucidIQ$5,797median 1BR

23,343population$100kmedian income73%renters

HistoricWaterfrontCivic CenterViewsEvolving

Explore Financial District

Neighborhood overview

Financial District→

Vibe · top buildings · landlords · schools · transit

Crime in 10038

See full breakdown→

Incident type · 6-month trend · vs. New York City average

Rent trends in Financial District

Median rent & comparables→

1BR & 2BR averages · month-over-month · current listings

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Financial District· 0.33 mi Tribeca· 0.44 mi Financial District· 0.49 mi Financial District· 0.53 mi Battery Park City· 0.67 mi

Browse all NYC neighborhoods

06 / 10

Crime & safety.

07 / 10

About this area.

08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1930

Floors9

Total units66

Rent-stab units66

ClassD7

BBL1000710001

19301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1930

Building constructed

66 units · 9 floors · class D7

2024

Rent stabilization on file

21 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: 160 FRONT STREET ASSOCIATES

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDHIGHAug 10, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2070 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF GAS TO THE FIXTURES AT RANGE IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 6D, 6th STOR
HPDLOWAug 10, 2026
HPD Class A Violation — § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT SOUTH WALL IN THE KITCHEN LOCA
HPDMEDIUMMay 2, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE INTERCOM SYSTEM FROM BUILDING FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR TO E
HPDHIGHMar 17, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES AT BASEMENT
HPDHIGHMar 17, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — 567 (C) § 27-2017, 27-2017.1, 27-2017.4, 27-2017.5, 27-2017.8, 27-2019, 27-2021 HMC: ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF EV
311MEDIUMMar 15, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — MOLD
HPDMEDIUMMar 15, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD FLOOR TILES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMEN
HPDMEDIUMMar 15, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE BELL/BUZZER/INTERCOM SYSTEM FROM BUILDING ENTRANCE TO
HPDMEDIUMMar 15, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE RADIATOR AIR VALVE IN THE 1st ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED A
HPDMEDIUMMar 15, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE SINK BASE CABINET IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 5A, 5t

07 / 09

History of the building.

10 / 10

Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 ranges from $2,500 to $2,800 per month, with a median of $2,650.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 ranges from $3,195 to $3,300 per month, with a median of $3,247.
How does rent at 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10038 zip code: studio rents are about 33% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 44% below the neighborhood median.
Is 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 rent stabilized?
Yes, 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 is rent stabilized with 21 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038?
Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to February could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038?
The registered owner of 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 is 160 FRONT STREET ASSOCIATES. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 a good landlord?
156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038, owned by 160 FRONT STREET ASSOCIATES, has an overall grade of C (2.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 65 recorded violations. Tenants have left 3 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038?
156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038?
Yes, 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 has 65 housing violations and 141 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 have?
156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 offers 6 amenities including Elevator, Fios Available, Laundry, Live In Super, Dishwasher, View. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 have laundry facilities?
Yes, 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 offers laundry amenities: Laundry, Dishwasher.
What schools are near 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038?
There are 10 schools near 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include The Peck Slip School (5 min walk), The Peck Slip School (5 min walk), Millennium High School (6 min walk), Spruce Street School (7 min walk), Kwenda Collegiate Girls Charter School (2 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038?
156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: WATER ST/MAIDEN LN (QM7, SIM15, QM8, QM65), 0.05 mi away.
Is 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10038 zip code where 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 is located had 828 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 83 violent crimes, 248 property crimes, and 497 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10038 for full details.
When was 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 built and how many units does it have?
156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 was built in 1930, has 9 floors, contains 66 total units, 63 of which are residential.
How energy efficient is 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038?
156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 has an ENERGY STAR score of 56 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 90.1 kBtu/ft² (2024 data).
What do tenants say about living at 156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038?
156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.0 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

09 / 09

Frequently asked questions.

10 / 10

NYC-specific insights.

Rent stabilization and seismic safety

Rent stabilizationProtected

DHCR registration & tenant protections

Yes

rent stabilized

stabilized units

2024

since

Stabilized units have annual rent-increase caps set by the Rent Guidelines Board and lease-renewal rights.

09 / 10

Similar buildings nearby.

29 BEEKMAN ST

29 BEEKMAN ST, New York, NY 10038

Manhattan

View building

130 WILLIAM STREET

130 WILLIAM STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038

ManhattanBuilt 2017

View building

7 DUTCH STREET

7 DUTCH STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038

ManhattanBuilt 1900

View building

85 JOHN ST

85 JOHN ST, Manhattan, NY 10038

Manhattan

View building

08 / 09

Similar buildings nearby.

Embed this building’s record

Drop this scorecard into a tenant guide, blog post, or wiki. It updates itself as new violations are filed.

<iframe src="https://lucidrents.com/embed/building/b863db51-8521-424b-9094-a89829aef0ec" width="100%" height="220" style="border:1px solid #e2e8f0;border-radius:12px" title="156 FRONT STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10038 — LucidRents building record" loading="lazy"></iframe>

Building record last updated August 19, 2026. Sourced from HPD, DOB, 311, and Lucid Rents data syncs.