What is the rent for a studio at 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 ranges from $2,848 to $3,852 per month, with a median of $3,350.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 ranges from $2,975 to $4,025 per month, with a median of $3,500.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 ranges from $3,290 to $4,451 per month, with a median of $3,870.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 ranges from $4,097 to $5,543 per month, with a median of $4,820.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 ranges from $4,420 to $5,980 per month, with a median of $5,200.

How does rent at 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10028 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 36% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 52% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 47% below the neighborhood median.

Is 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

Based on historical listing data, May tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028, while April is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to May could save approximately 16% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

The registered owner of 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 is THE JOHN F. WELCH, JR. 2004 REVOCABLE TRUST. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 a good landlord?

162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028, owned by THE JOHN F. WELCH, JR. 2004 REVOCABLE TRUST, has an overall grade of A (5.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 1 recorded violation. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has an overall grade of A with a score of 5.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

Yes, 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has 1 housing violation on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

Has 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 had any Department of Buildings violations?

Yes, 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has 9 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.

What schools are near 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

There are 7 schools near 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028, including 4 public schools, 0 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 158 Bayard Taylor (10 min walk), Vanguard High School (14 min walk), Talent Unlimited High School (14 min walk), Urban Academy Laboratory High School (14 min walk), Emet Classical Academy (2 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: 3 AV/E 72 ST (M102, M103, M101, M98), 0.42 mi away.

Is 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10028 zip code where 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 is located had 434 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 20 violent crimes, 296 property crimes, and 118 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10028 for full details.

When was 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 built and how many units does it have?

162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 was built in 1925, has 3 floors, contains 1 total unit.

162 EAST 81 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Upper East Side, NYC

Upper East Side · Manhattan, NY, 10028

Built 19253 floors1 unitsBBL 1015090044

Current rent range

$2,848 – $5,980 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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Verified reviewsTJOwned byTHE JOHN F. WELCH, JR. 2004 REVOCABLE TRUST3 bldgs

162 EAST 81 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10028

162 EAST 81 STREET is a prewar 1925 building, 1 unit in Upper East Side, NYC. Owned by THE JOHN F. WELCH, JR. 2004 REVOCABLE TRUST. Public records show 10 open violations on file.

HPD violations1last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews0no reviews yet

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age101 ybuilt 1925

311 complaints0last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

Studio

$3,350/mo

1 BR

$3,500/mo

2 BR

$3,870/mo

3 BR

$4,820/mo

4 BR

$5,200/mo

Compare this building's listings above against the neighborhood medians.

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

May

Most expensive

April

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Potential savings: ~16% by timing your move to May.

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

Studio

This building: $2,848 – $3,852

—Area: —

1 BR

This building: $2,975 – $4,025

36% belowArea: $5,440

2 BR

This building: $3,290 – $4,451

52% belowArea: $7,996

3 BR

This building: $4,097 – $5,543

47% belowArea: $9,138

4 BR

This building: $4,420 – $5,980

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

Studio

$3,350

$2,848 – $3,852

1 Bed

$5,440

$5,440

2 Bed

$7,996

$7,996

3 Bed

$9,138

$9,138

4 Bed

$5,200

$4,420 – $5,980

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

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Rent trends.

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Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

153 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

2415

311 noise, rats, bedbug history

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

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Neighborhood risks.

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Violations, 311, & more.

hpd · dob · 311 · acris
last 7 years

Violation & Complaint Trends

Monthly counts over the last 7 years · all data sources

Worsening

HPDTop Violations

1 total

Pest Infestation
1

311Top Complaints

0 total

No complaints
0

DOBTop Filings

9 total

DOB Violations
9

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(1 unit)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class ANOV SENT OUTApr 29, 2026
(A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPDS WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BED BUGS.

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Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

THE JOHN F. WELCH, JR. 2004 REVOCABLE TRUST

Portfolio of 3 buildings

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

5.0

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 1 by score · of 3 total

See all 3 →

A160 EAST 81 STREETManhattan10.0 / 10

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1925Building constructed1 units · 3 floors
nowTHE JOHN F. WELCH, JR. 2004 REVOCABLE TRUSTOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings.

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Crime & safety.

10028 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 10028

Violent20

Property296

Quality-of-life118

Total incidents434

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About this area.

Upper East Side · 10028

162 EAST 81 STREET · Manhattan · 40.776° N, -73.957° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby8 min

4 schools nearby10 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

3 AV/E 72 STM102M103M101M98
0.4 mi8 min
1 AV/E 75 STM15
0.4 mi8 min
2 AV/E 73 STM15
0.4 mi9 min
E 72 ST/3 AVM72
0.4 mi9 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 158 Bayard TaylorElementary
0.5 mi10 min
Vanguard High SchoolHigh School
0.7 mi14 min
Talent Unlimited High SchoolHigh School
0.7 mi14 min
Urban Academy Laboratory High SchoolHigh School
0.7 mi14 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Emet Classical AcademyElementary
0.1 mi

The neighborhood

Upper East Side

The Upper East Side in the 80s and 90s is old-money Manhattan at its most refined — Yorkville's German heritage peeks through, Museum Mile continues along Fifth, and quiet residential blocks make it one of the city's best family neighborhoods.

4,721buildings tracked4.5avg LucidIQ$5,440median 1BR

45,717population$160kmedian income64%renters

ResidentialFamily-FriendlyUpscaleQuietMuseum Mile

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Neighborhood overview

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

Rent trends in Upper East Side

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Upper East Side· 0.22 mi Upper East Side· 0.39 mi Upper East Side

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Crime & safety.

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About this area.

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History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1925

Floors3

Total units1

ClassA9

BBL1015090044

192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1925

Building constructed

1 units · 3 floors · class A9

now

Current owner: THE JOHN F. WELCH, JR. 2004 REVOCABLE TRUST

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

1 event

HPDLOWApr 29, 2026
HPD Class A Violation — (A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 ranges from $2,848 to $3,852 per month, with a median of $3,350.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 ranges from $2,975 to $4,025 per month, with a median of $3,500.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 ranges from $3,290 to $4,451 per month, with a median of $3,870.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 ranges from $4,097 to $5,543 per month, with a median of $4,820.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 ranges from $4,420 to $5,980 per month, with a median of $5,200.
How does rent at 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10028 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 36% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 52% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 47% below the neighborhood median.
Is 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
Based on historical listing data, May tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028, while April is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to May could save approximately 16% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
The registered owner of 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 is THE JOHN F. WELCH, JR. 2004 REVOCABLE TRUST. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 a good landlord?
162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028, owned by THE JOHN F. WELCH, JR. 2004 REVOCABLE TRUST, has an overall grade of A (5.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 1 recorded violation. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has an overall grade of A with a score of 5.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
Yes, 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has 1 housing violation on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
Has 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 had any Department of Buildings violations?
Yes, 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has 9 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.
What schools are near 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
There are 7 schools near 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028, including 4 public schools, 0 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 158 Bayard Taylor (10 min walk), Vanguard High School (14 min walk), Talent Unlimited High School (14 min walk), Urban Academy Laboratory High School (14 min walk), Emet Classical Academy (2 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: 3 AV/E 72 ST (M102, M103, M101, M98), 0.42 mi away.
Is 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10028 zip code where 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 is located had 434 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 20 violent crimes, 296 property crimes, and 118 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10028 for full details.
When was 162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 built and how many units does it have?
162 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 was built in 1925, has 3 floors, contains 1 total unit.

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