What is the rent for a studio at 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 ranges from $1,828 to $2,473 per month, with a median of $2,150.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 ranges from $1,879 to $2,542 per month, with a median of $2,210.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 ranges from $2,108 to $2,852 per month, with a median of $2,480.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 ranges from $2,635 to $3,565 per month, with a median of $3,100.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 ranges from $2,831 to $3,829 per month, with a median of $3,330.

How does rent at 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10032 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 30% above the neighborhood median; 4-bedroom rents are about 17% below the neighborhood median.

Is 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 rent stabilized?

Yes, 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 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 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Based on historical listing data, December tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032, while August is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to December could save approximately 7% compared to peak pricing.

Are there violations or complaints at 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Yes, 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 210 housing violations and 269 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 have?

517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 offers 4 amenities including Fios Available, Has Evictions, Rent Stabilized, Good Cause. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

There are 10 schools near 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 004 Duke Ellington (1 min walk), Community Health Academy Of The Heights (2 min walk), P.s. 028 Wright Brothers (4 min walk), Ged - P2g - Volunteers Of America (6 min walk), Whin Music Community Charter School (2 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: SAINT NICHOLAS AV/W 151 ST (M3), 0.44 mi away.

Is 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10032 zip code where 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 is located had 1,761 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 184 violent crimes, 533 property crimes, and 1,044 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10032 for full details.

When was 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 built and how many units does it have?

517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 was built in 1920, has 5 floors, contains 20 total units.

517 WEST 159 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Washington Heights, NYC

Washington Heights · Manhattan, NY, 10032

Built 19205 floors20 unitsBBL 1021180048

Current rent range

$1,828 – $3,829 / mo

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

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Verified reviews5NOwned by515 NEW LIFE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT FUND CO RPORATION3 bldgs

517 WEST 159 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10032

517 WEST 159 STREET is a prewar 1920 building, 5 floors, 20 units in Washington Heights, NYC. Owned by 515 NEW LIFE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT FUND CO RPORATION. Public records show 211 open violations, 269 311 complaints, 12 active litigation matters on file. Rent stabilization on file covers 20 units (registered 2024).

HPD violations210last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews0no reviews yet

Rent-stab units20DHCR records

Building age106 ybuilt 1920

311 complaints269last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

Studio

$2,150/mo

1 BR

$2,210/mo

2 BR

$2,480/mo

3 BR

$3,100/mo

4 BR

$3,330/mo

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

December

Most expensive

August

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Potential savings: ~7% by timing your move to December.

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

Studio

This building: $1,828 – $2,473

—Area: —

1 BR

This building: $1,879 – $2,542

30% aboveArea: $1,700

2 BR

This building: $2,108 – $2,852

—Area: —

3 BR

This building: $2,635 – $3,565

—Area: —

4 BR

This building: $2,831 – $3,829

17% belowArea: $4,000

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

Studio

$2,150

$1,828 – $2,473

1 Bed

$1,700

$1,700

2 Bed

$2,480

$2,108 – $2,852

3 Bed

$3,100

$2,635 – $3,565

4 Bed

$4,000

$4,000

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

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Rent trends.

Upper Manhattan

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

Asking rent

$2,327

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

1.4%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

10%

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

128 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

2991

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

210 total

Paint/Plaster
46
Flooring
28
Door/Lock
19
Pest Infestation
19
Water Leak
18

311Top Complaints

269 total

Noise - Residential
112
HEAT/HOT WATER
88
WATER LEAK
15
FLOORING/STAIRS
8
UNSANITARY CONDITION
7

DOBTop Filings

1 total

DOB Violations
1

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(14 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class BCIV14 MAILEDFeb 20, 2026
§ 27-2045(B)(1)(B) HMC, § 12-06, § 12-07, § 12-09 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAW AND RULES DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 32, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class ANOV SENT OUTFeb 20, 2026
§27-2104(B) HMC POST A PROPER NOTICE REGARDING RENT STABILIZATION LAW, IN A FORM APPROVED BY THE COMMISSIONER, IN A CONSPICUOUS LOCATION WITHIN THE COMMON AREA AT THE BUILDINGS ENTRANCE. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SIGNAGE REQUIREMENTS, PLEASE VISIT: HTTPS://WWW.NYC.GOV/SITE/HPD/SERVICES-AND-INFORMATION/REQUIRED-SIGNAGE.PAGE
Class BCIV14 MAILEDFeb 20, 2026
§ 27-2045(B)(1)(A) HMC, § 12-01, § 12-03 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS RULES AND REGULATIONS DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 32, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class BNOV SENT OUTJan 2, 2026
§ 27-2045(B)(1)(A) HMC, § 12-01, § 12-03 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS RULES AND REGULATIONS MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 42, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class BNOV SENT OUTJan 2, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY SECURE THE LOOSE DOOR AT WASH BASIN LOWER CABINET IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 42, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH

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Violations, 311, & more.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

4 amenities

OTHER

Fios Available
Has Evictions
Rent Stabilized
Good Cause

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

515 NEW LIFE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT FUND CO RPORATION

Portfolio of 3 buildingsSECRETARY: YVONNE STENNETTMail: 1328 NEW YORK AVENUE, HUNTINGTON, NY, 11746

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

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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

1920Building constructed20 units · 5 floors
now515 NEW LIFE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT FUND CO RPORATIONOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

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Crime & safety.

10032 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 10032

Violent184

Property533

Quality-of-life1,044

Total incidents1,761

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About this area.

Washington Heights · 10032

517 WEST 159 STREET · Manhattan · 40.835° N, -73.942° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby9 min

7 schools nearby1 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

SAINT NICHOLAS AV/W 151 STM3
0.4 mi9 min
FREDERICK DOUGLASS BLVD/W 155 STM10
0.4 mi9 min
FREDERICK DOUGLASS BLVD/W 155 STM10
0.4 mi9 min
FREDERICK DOUGLASS BLVD/W 154 STM10
0.5 mi10 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 004 Duke EllingtonElementary
0.0 mi1 min
Community Health Academy Of The HeightsSecondary
0.1 mi2 min
P.s. 028 Wright BrothersElementary
0.2 mi4 min
Ged - P2g - Volunteers Of AmericaGED/Alt
0.3 mi6 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Whin Music Community Charter SchoolElementary
0.1 mi2 min
New Heights Academy Charter SchoolSecondary
0.4 mi9 min
Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter SchoolK-12
0.5 mi9 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Kids-Centric, Inc Northern Manhattan
0.2 mi4 min
Kids-Centric, Inc. Rena Day Care Cen
0.3 mi7 min
Incarnation SchoolElementary
0.8 mi15 min

The neighborhood

Washington Heights

Washington Heights is one of Manhattan's most vibrant Dominican neighborhoods — merengue spills out of car windows, mangonadas are sold on corners, and Fort Washington Avenue's medical campus (NewYork-Presbyterian) anchors the local economy. Fort Tryon Park and the Cloisters are hidden gems.

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60,480population$57kmedian income91%renters

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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 built1920

Floors5

Total units20

Rent-stab units20

ClassC1

BBL1021180048

BIN1062803

192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1920

Building constructed

20 units · 5 floors · class C1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

20 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: 515 NEW LIFE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT FUND CO RPORATION

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMMay 3, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMMay 3, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMMay 3, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY
311MEDIUMApr 23, 2026
APPLIANCE — ELECTRIC/GAS RANGE
311MEDIUMApr 23, 2026
APPLIANCE — REFRIGERATOR
311MEDIUMMar 19, 2026
APPLIANCE — REFRIGERATOR
311MEDIUMMar 19, 2026
APPLIANCE — ELECTRIC/GAS RANGE
HPDLOWFeb 20, 2026
HPD Class A Violation — §27-2104(B) HMC POST A PROPER NOTICE REGARDING RENT STABILIZATION LAW, IN A FORM APPROVED BY THE COMMISSIONER, IN A CONS
HPDMEDIUMFeb 20, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2045(B)(1)(A) HMC, § 12-01, § 12-03 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEV
HPDMEDIUMFeb 20, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2045(B)(1)(B) HMC, § 12-06, § 12-07, § 12-09 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL CARBON MON

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 ranges from $1,828 to $2,473 per month, with a median of $2,150.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 ranges from $1,879 to $2,542 per month, with a median of $2,210.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 ranges from $2,108 to $2,852 per month, with a median of $2,480.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 ranges from $2,635 to $3,565 per month, with a median of $3,100.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 ranges from $2,831 to $3,829 per month, with a median of $3,330.
How does rent at 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10032 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 30% above the neighborhood median; 4-bedroom rents are about 17% below the neighborhood median.
Is 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 rent stabilized?
Yes, 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 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 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Based on historical listing data, December tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032, while August is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to December could save approximately 7% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
The registered owner of 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 is 515 NEW LIFE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT FUND CO RPORATION. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Are there violations or complaints at 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Yes, 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 210 housing violations and 269 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 have?
517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 offers 4 amenities including Fios Available, Has Evictions, Rent Stabilized, Good Cause. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
There are 10 schools near 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 004 Duke Ellington (1 min walk), Community Health Academy Of The Heights (2 min walk), P.s. 028 Wright Brothers (4 min walk), Ged - P2g - Volunteers Of America (6 min walk), Whin Music Community Charter School (2 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: SAINT NICHOLAS AV/W 151 ST (M3), 0.44 mi away.
Is 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10032 zip code where 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 is located had 1,761 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 184 violent crimes, 533 property crimes, and 1,044 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10032 for full details.
When was 517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 built and how many units does it have?
517 WEST 159 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 was built in 1920, has 5 floors, contains 20 total units.

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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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