What is the rent for a studio at 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 ranges from $2,700 to $2,800 per month, with a median of $2,750.

How does rent at 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10011 zip code: studio rents are about 50% below the neighborhood median.

Is 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 rent stabilized?

Yes, 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 is rent stabilized with 20 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?

Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 48 WEST 8 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 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?

The registered owner of 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 is RETURN TO HOME LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 a good landlord?

48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011, owned by RETURN TO HOME LLC, has an overall grade of A (4.2/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 11 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?

48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 has an overall grade of A with a score of 4.2 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?

Yes, 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 has 11 housing violations on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 have?

48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 offers 6 amenities including Live In Super, Hardwood Floors, View, Has Evictions, Rent Stabilized, Good Cause. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?

There are 10 schools near 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 041 Greenwich Village (3 min walk), Harvest Collegiate High School (5 min walk), The Clinton School (8 min walk), Harvey Milk High School (8 min walk), Great Oaks Kathleen Sherry Charter School (6 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?

48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: WEST HOUSTON ST/AVENUE OF THE AMERICAS (M21), 0.40 mi away.

Is 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10011 zip code where 48 WEST 8 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 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 built and how many units does it have?

48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 was built in 1930, has 5 floors, contains 44 total units, 40 of which are residential.

What do tenants say about living at 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?

48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

48 WEST 8 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Chelsea, NYC

Chelsea · Manhattan, NY, 10011

Built 19305 floors44 unitsBBL 1005530017

Current rent range

$2,700 – $2,800 / mo

1 bedroom band tracked · sampled from recent listings · rent stabilized

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★★★★★4.02 reviews

Verified reviewsRTOwned byRETURN TO HOME LLC6 bldgs

48 WEST 8 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10011

48 WEST 8 STREET is a mid-century 1930 building, 5 floors, 44 units in Chelsea, NYC. Owned by RETURN TO HOME LLC. Public records show 20 open violations, 1 active litigation matter on file. Rent stabilization on file covers 20 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 2 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations11last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews24.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units44DHCR records

Building age96 ybuilt 1930

311 complaints0last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

Studio

$2,750/mo

16 listings

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

JFMAMJJASOND

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

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

Studio

This building: $2,700 – $2,800

50% belowArea: $5,553

1 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $7,570

2 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $8,390

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

Studio16 listings

$2,750

$5,506 – $5,599

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

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Rental intelligence.

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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

263 nearby

within 0.75 mi

Public-safety

shelters, methadone, halfway, sex offenders

24/7 Noise

sirens, construction, schools, rail, avenue traffic

Environmental

139

brownfields, industrial zones, sanitation

Block-level

3068

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

11 total

Smoke/CO Detector
2
Paint/Plaster
1
Water Leak
1
Fire Escape/Stairs
1
Door/Lock
1

311Top Complaints

0 total

Noise - Street/Sidewalk
3
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
3
Noise - Residential
3
Lead
2
General Construction/Plumbing
1

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 BNOV SENT OUTMay 11, 2022
§ 53,187,231 M/D LAW & DEPT RULES & REG. PROVIDE MEANS OF EGRESS FROM YARD TO STREET BY FIREPROOF PASSAGEWAY FOR WHICH APPLICATION MUST BE FILED FOR APPROVAL,OR BY UNLOCKED DOOR OR GATE IN FENCE TO ADJOINING PREMISES WITH CONSENT OF ADJACENT OWNER.
Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDMay 11, 2022
§ 300 M/D LAW FILE PLANS AND APPLICATION AND LEGALIZE THE FOLLOWING ALTERATION OR RESTORE TO THE LEGAL CONDITION EXISTING PRIOR TO THE MAKING OF SAID ALTERATION BRICK WALL ERECTED AT REAR YARD
Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDMay 11, 2022
§ 27-2104 ADM CODE POST AND MAINTAIN A PROPER SIGN ON WALL OF ENTRANCE STORY SHOWING THE REGISTRATION NUMBER ASSIGNED BY THE DEPARTMENT AND THE ADDRESS OF THE BUILDING.
Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDMay 11, 2022
§ 27-2014 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. SCRAPE AND REMOVE RUST SCALES AND PAINT WITH 2 COATS OF PAINT ALL COMPONETS AT ALL STORIES AT FIRE ESCAPE AT REAR OF BUILDING
Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDMay 11, 2022
§ 26-1103 ADMIN. CODE: POST AND MAINTAIN A PROPER NOTICE ON WALL OF THE ENTRANCE STORY IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH ON THE AVAILABILITY OF THE AGENCYS HOUSING INFORMATION GUIDE. A SAMPLE NOTICE CAN BE FOUND AT WWW.NYC.GOV/HPD.

See all 11 HPD records

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Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

4.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

2 reviews

5★

50%

4★

3★

50%

2★

1★

Pros: Well maintained overall and many units are rent-controlled or rent-stabilized Cons: No laundry in the building and only dry cleaners nearby. No roof access despite nice views. Some disgruntled older tenants that e…

mixedMay 2022

Anonymous

Pros: Neighborhood is obviously top notch. Quiet building. Neighbors are respectful and super is the best!! Cons: No communal laundry or storage.

positiveAug 2021

Anonymous

View all 2 reviews

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

6 amenities

OTHER

Live In Super
Hardwood Floors
View
Has Evictions
Rent Stabilized
Good Cause

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

RETURN TO HOME LLC

Portfolio of 6 buildingsHead officer: LORI BUCHBINDERMail: ONE UNION SQUARE WEST, NEW YORK, NY, 10003

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

4.5

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 5 by score · of 6 total

See all 6 →

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1930Building constructed44 units · 5 floors
nowRETURN TO HOME LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 6 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

48 WEST 8 STREET · Manhattan · 40.733° N, -73.999° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby8 min

7 schools nearby3 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

WEST HOUSTON ST/AVENUE OF THE AMERICASM21
0.4 mi8 min
WEST HOUSTON ST/SULLIVAN STM21
0.4 mi8 min
WEST HOUSTON ST/SULLIVAN STM21
0.4 mi8 min
BROADWAY/W 3 STM1M55
0.4 mi9 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 041 Greenwich VillageElementary
0.2 mi3 min
Harvest Collegiate High SchoolHigh School
0.3 mi5 min
The Clinton SchoolSecondary
0.4 mi8 min
Harvey Milk High SchoolHigh School
0.4 mi8 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Great Oaks Kathleen Sherry Charter SchoolMiddle School
0.3 mi6 min
Success Academy Charter School - Union SquareK-8
0.6 mi12 min
Broome Street Academy Charter High SchoolHigh School
0.7 mi14 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Academy Of St JosephElementary
0.1 mi3 min
City & Country SchoolElementary
0.3 mi6 min
LreiElementary
0.3 mi6 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 built1930

Floors5

Total units44

Rent-stab units44

ClassC7

BBL1005530017

19301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1930

Building constructed

44 units · 5 floors · class C7

2024

Rent stabilization on file

20 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: RETURN TO HOME LLC

Portfolio includes 6 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMAug 11, 2025
Illegal Parking — Parking Permit Improper Use
311MEDIUMNov 20, 2024
Lead — Lead Kit Request (Residential) (L10)
311MEDIUMMay 6, 2024
Lead — Lead Kit Request (Residential) (L10)
311MEDIUMOct 3, 2023
Dirty Condition — Trash
311MEDIUMSep 15, 2022
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMSep 15, 2022
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMSep 15, 2022
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMJun 30, 2022
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party
HPDMEDIUMMay 11, 2022
HPD Class B Violation — § 53,187,231 M/D LAW & DEPT RULES & REG. PROVIDE MEANS OF EGRESS FROM YARD TO STREET BY FIREPROOF PASSAGEWAY FOR WHICH A
HPDLOWMay 11, 2022
HPD Class A Violation — § 300 M/D LAW FILE PLANS AND APPLICATION AND LEGALIZE THE FOLLOWING ALTERATION OR RESTORE TO THE LEGAL CONDITION EXISTIN

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 ranges from $2,700 to $2,800 per month, with a median of $2,750.
How does rent at 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10011 zip code: studio rents are about 50% below the neighborhood median.
Is 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 rent stabilized?
Yes, 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 is rent stabilized with 20 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?
Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 48 WEST 8 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 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?
The registered owner of 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 is RETURN TO HOME LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 a good landlord?
48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011, owned by RETURN TO HOME LLC, has an overall grade of A (4.2/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 11 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?
48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 has an overall grade of A with a score of 4.2 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?
Yes, 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 has 11 housing violations on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 have?
48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 offers 6 amenities including Live In Super, Hardwood Floors, View, Has Evictions, Rent Stabilized, Good Cause. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?
There are 10 schools near 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 041 Greenwich Village (3 min walk), Harvest Collegiate High School (5 min walk), The Clinton School (8 min walk), Harvey Milk High School (8 min walk), Great Oaks Kathleen Sherry Charter School (6 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?
48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: WEST HOUSTON ST/AVENUE OF THE AMERICAS (M21), 0.40 mi away.
Is 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10011 zip code where 48 WEST 8 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 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 built and how many units does it have?
48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 was built in 1930, has 5 floors, contains 44 total units, 40 of which are residential.
What do tenants say about living at 48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011?
48 WEST 8 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10011 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 2 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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