What is the rent for a studio at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 ranges from $2,814 to $3,806 per month, with a median of $3,310.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 ranges from $2,933 to $3,967 per month, with a median of $3,450.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 ranges from $3,247 to $4,393 per month, with a median of $3,820.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 ranges from $4,046 to $5,474 per month, with a median of $4,760.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 ranges from $4,369 to $5,911 per month, with a median of $5,140.

How does rent at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10011 zip code: studio rents are about 40% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 54% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 54% below the neighborhood median.

Is 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 rent stabilized?

Yes, 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 is rent stabilized with 2 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?

Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011, while December is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 12% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?

The registered owner of 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 is FAMILY OF LOUIS, LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 a good landlord?

278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011, owned by FAMILY OF LOUIS, LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 3 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?

278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?

Yes, 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 has 3 housing violations on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

Has 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 had any Department of Buildings violations?

Yes, 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 has 1 Department of Buildings violation on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.

What schools are near 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?

There are 8 schools near 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011, including 4 public schools, 1 charter school, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers (1 min walk), P.s. 011: The Sarah J. Garnet Elementary School (3 min walk), N.y.c. Lab School For Collaborative Studies (3 min walk), New York City Lab Middle School For Collaborative Studies (3 min walk), Great Oaks Kathleen Sherry Charter School (17 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?

278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: W 14 ST/6 AV (L92, M14D-SBS, M14A-SBS), 0.41 mi away.

Is 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10011 zip code where 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 is located had 2,289 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 128 violent crimes, 1,252 property crimes, and 909 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10011 for full details.

When was 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 built and how many units does it have?

278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 was built in 1929, has 5 floors, contains 7 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?

278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

278 WEST 19 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Chelsea, NYC

Chelsea · Manhattan, NY, 10011

Built 19295 floors7 unitsBBL 1007680079

Current rent range

$2,814 – $5,911 / mo

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

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★★★★★3.01 reviews

Verified reviewsFOOwned byFAMILY OF LOUIS, LLC3 bldgs

278 WEST 19 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10011

278 WEST 19 STREET is a mid-century 1929 building, 5 floors, 7 units in Chelsea, NYC. Owned by FAMILY OF LOUIS, LLC. Public records show 3 open violations on file. Rent stabilization on file covers 2 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations3last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews13.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units7DHCR records

Building age97 ybuilt 1929

311 complaints0last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

Studio

$3,310/mo

1 BR

$3,450/mo

2 BR

$3,820/mo

3 BR

$4,760/mo

4 BR

$5,140/mo

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

March

Most expensive

December

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Potential savings: ~12% by timing your move to March.

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

Studio

This building: $2,814 – $3,806

40% belowArea: $5,553

1 BR

This building: $2,933 – $3,967

54% belowArea: $7,570

2 BR

This building: $3,247 – $4,393

54% belowArea: $8,390

3 BR

This building: $4,046 – $5,474

—Area: —

4 BR

This building: $4,369 – $5,911

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

Studio

$3,310

$5,506 – $5,599

1 Bed

$3,450

$7,458 – $7,683

2 Bed

$8,390

$8,390

3 Bed

$4,760

$4,046 – $5,474

4 Bed

$5,140

$4,369 – $5,911

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

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Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

Chelsea

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

Asking rent

$5,579

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

3.6%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

21%

asking, since ~'16

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

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Rent trends.

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Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

251 nearby

within 0.75 mi

Public-safety

shelters, methadone, halfway, sex offenders

24/7 Noise

sirens, construction, schools, rail, avenue traffic

Environmental

140

brownfields, industrial zones, sanitation

Block-level

2018

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

3 total

Pest Infestation
3
Heat/Hot Water
2

311Top Complaints

0 total

Request Large Bulky Item Collection
9
Noise - Residential
1
Rodent
1

DOBTop Filings

0 total

DOB Violations
0

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(2 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDMar 15, 2023
(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.
Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDFeb 16, 2022
(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.
Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDApr 1, 2021
(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.
Class CVIOLATION CLOSEDDec 13, 2019
§ 27-2029 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HEAT FOR THE APARTMENT IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDDec 13, 2019
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPLACE WITH NEW THE MISSING ESCUTCHEON PLATE AT CEILING AROUND HEAT RISER AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY

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02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

3.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

3★

100%

2★

1★

Unit 2 Pros: Price point and location Cons: The bedrooms were overly flexed creating tiny bedrooms. Hallways and common spaces were dirty. Building went without heat for a while in the winter of 2021 Advice to landlor…

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

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The landlord.

FAMILY OF LOUIS, LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsPARTNER: MICHAEL RAKOSIMail: 1735 YORK AVE, NY, NY, 10128

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

3.8

avg score / 5

B+

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 2 by score · of 3 total

See all 3 →

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1929Building constructed7 units · 5 floors
nowFAMILY OF LOUIS, LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

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The landlord.

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Crime & safety.

10011 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 10011

Violent128

Property1,252

Quality-of-life909

Total incidents2,289

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About this area.

Chelsea · 10011

278 WEST 19 STREET · Manhattan · 40.742° N, -74.000° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby8 min

5 schools nearby1 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

W 14 ST/6 AVL92M14D-SBSM14A-SBS
0.4 mi8 min
6 AV/W 12 STM55
0.5 mi9 min
HUDSON ST/BETHUNE STM11
0.5 mi10 min
BETHUNE ST/GREENWICH STM11
0.5 mi10 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Liberty High School Academy For NewcomersHigh School
0.0 mi1 min
P.s. 011: The Sarah J. Garnet Elementary SchoolElementary
0.1 mi3 min
N.y.c. Lab School For Collaborative StudiesHigh School
0.1 mi3 min
New York City Lab Middle School For Collaborative StudiesMiddle School
0.1 mi3 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Great Oaks Kathleen Sherry Charter SchoolMiddle School
0.8 mi17 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Lorge SchoolElementary
0.2 mi3 min
Corlears SchoolElementary
0.2 mi4 min
Winston Preparatory SchoolElementary
0.3 mi5 min

The neighborhood

Chelsea

Western Chelsea stretches from the Meatpacking District up through gallery row. The Whitney Museum, the High Line's southern entrance, and the Chelsea Piers sports complex make this a neighborhood where culture and recreation intersect daily.

4,942buildings tracked4.4avg LucidIQ$7,570median 1BR

50,772population$146kmedian income63%renters

CulturalWalkableLGBTQ+ FriendlyUpscaleActive

Explore Chelsea

Neighborhood overview

Chelsea→

Vibe · top buildings · landlords · schools · transit

Crime in 10011

See full breakdown→

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

Rent trends in Chelsea

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Battery Park City· 0.03 mi Tribeca· 0.54 mi SoHo· 0.61 mi West Village· 0.62 mi Gramercy Park· 0.83 mi

Browse all NYC neighborhoods

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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 built1929

Floors5

Total units7

Rent-stab units7

ClassC1

BBL1007680079

192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1929

Building constructed

7 units · 5 floors · class C1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

2 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: FAMILY OF LOUIS, LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

16 events

HPDLOWMar 15, 2023
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
311MEDIUMDec 15, 2022
Rodent — Rat Sighting
HPDLOWFeb 16, 2022
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
311MEDIUMAug 18, 2021
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
311MEDIUMAug 17, 2021
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
311MEDIUMAug 17, 2021
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
311MEDIUMApr 25, 2021
Noise - Residential — Loud Talking
HPDLOWApr 1, 2021
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
311MEDIUMOct 27, 2020
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
311MEDIUMOct 25, 2020
Request Large Bulky Item Collection

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 ranges from $2,814 to $3,806 per month, with a median of $3,310.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 ranges from $2,933 to $3,967 per month, with a median of $3,450.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 ranges from $3,247 to $4,393 per month, with a median of $3,820.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 ranges from $4,046 to $5,474 per month, with a median of $4,760.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 ranges from $4,369 to $5,911 per month, with a median of $5,140.
How does rent at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10011 zip code: studio rents are about 40% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 54% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 54% below the neighborhood median.
Is 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 rent stabilized?
Yes, 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 is rent stabilized with 2 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?
Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011, while December is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 12% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?
The registered owner of 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 is FAMILY OF LOUIS, LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 a good landlord?
278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011, owned by FAMILY OF LOUIS, LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 3 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?
278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?
Yes, 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 has 3 housing violations on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
Has 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 had any Department of Buildings violations?
Yes, 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 has 1 Department of Buildings violation on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.
What schools are near 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?
There are 8 schools near 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011, including 4 public schools, 1 charter school, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers (1 min walk), P.s. 011: The Sarah J. Garnet Elementary School (3 min walk), N.y.c. Lab School For Collaborative Studies (3 min walk), New York City Lab Middle School For Collaborative Studies (3 min walk), Great Oaks Kathleen Sherry Charter School (17 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?
278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: W 14 ST/6 AV (L92, M14D-SBS, M14A-SBS), 0.41 mi away.
Is 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10011 zip code where 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 is located had 2,289 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 128 violent crimes, 1,252 property crimes, and 909 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10011 for full details.
When was 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 built and how many units does it have?
278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 was built in 1929, has 5 floors, contains 7 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?
278 WEST 19 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

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Frequently asked questions.

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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.

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