What is the rent for a studio at 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 ranges from $1,875 to $2,083 per month, with a median of $1,979.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 is approximately $2,250 per month.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 is approximately $2,500 per month.

How does rent at 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10032 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 32% above the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 47% above the neighborhood median.

Is 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 rent stabilized?

Yes, 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 is rent stabilized with 39 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 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Based on historical listing data, December tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 517 WEST 161 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 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

The registered owner of 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 is 517 W 161 REALTY LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 a good landlord?

517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032, owned by 517 W 161 REALTY LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.7/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 35 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.7 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Yes, 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 35 housing violations and 149 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 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 have?

517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 offers 4 amenities including Elevator, Fios Available, Hardwood Flooring, Elevator. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

There are 10 schools near 517 WEST 161 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 (4 min walk), Community Math & Science Prep (4 min walk), The Mott Hall School (4 min walk), Whin Music Community Charter School (1 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: W 155 ST/EDGECOMBE AV (Bx6, M2), 0.38 mi away.

Is 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10032 zip code where 517 WEST 161 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 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 built and how many units does it have?

517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 was built in 1926, has 6 floors, contains 41 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.0 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

517 WEST 161 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Washington Heights, NYC

Washington Heights · Manhattan, NY, 10032

Built 19266 floors41 unitsBBL 1021200048

Current rent range

$1,875 – $2,500 / mo

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

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★★★★★2.02 reviews

Verified reviews5WOwned by517 W 161 REALTY LLC3 bldgs

517 WEST 161 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10032

517 WEST 161 STREET is a prewar 1926 building, 6 floors, 41 units in Washington Heights, NYC. Owned by 517 W 161 REALTY LLC. Public records show 53 open violations, 149 311 complaints, 7 active litigation matters on file. Rent stabilization on file covers 39 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 2 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations35last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews22.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units41DHCR records

Building age100 ybuilt 1926

311 complaints149last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

Studio

$1,979/mo

17 listings

1 BR

$2,250/mo

11 listings

1 BR

$2,500/mo

1 listing

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: $1,875 – $2,083

—Area: —

1 BR

This building: $2,250 – $2,250

32% aboveArea: $1,700

4 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $4,000

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

Studio17 listings

$1,979

$1,875 – $2,083

1 Bed11 listings

$1,700

$1,700

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

01 / 09

Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

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

134 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

2923

311 noise, rats, bedbug history

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

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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

Worsening

HPDTop Violations

35 total

Paint/Plaster
9
Water Leak
5
Pest Infestation
5
Door/Lock
4
Smoke/CO Detector
4

311Top Complaints

149 total

Noise - Residential
83
HEAT/HOT WATER
16
Illegal Parking
10
UNSANITARY CONDITION
8
WATER LEAK
6

DOBTop Filings

18 total

DOB Violations
18

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(9 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDOct 21, 2025
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD FLOOR IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 27, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDOct 21, 2025
§ 27-2005 HMC: REFIT DOOR IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 27, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDSep 2, 2025
§ 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 MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 21, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class CNOTICE OF ISSUANCE SENT TO TENANTSep 2, 2025
HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 21, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class CNOTICE OF ISSUANCE SENT TO TENANTSep 2, 2025
HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 21, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH

See all 35 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

2.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

2 reviews

5★

4★

3★

50%

2★

1★

50%

Unit 3 Pros: It’s rent stabilized. That’s about the only pro. Cons: I’ve had lots of issues during my time living here. The super and management are very unresponsive and don't follow through on maintenance requests. I…

negativeFeb 2025

Anonymous

Pros: - Food Shopper Heaven - Workable elevator - Decent common space Cons: - Faulty pipes - “Bedroom” system (more like closet space) - Warm, but slow super Advice to landlord: - Major fix with the pipes - Cameras fo…

mixedFeb 2022

Anonymous

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

3 amenities

BUILDING

Elevator

OTHER

Fios Available
Hardwood Flooring

04 / 09

Building amenities.

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The landlord.

517 W 161 REALTY LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsHead officer: DOUGLAS PETERSONMail: 1601 BRONXDALE AVE., BRONX, NY, 10462

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

3.7

avg score / 5

B+

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 1 by score · of 3 total

See all 3 →

—517 W 161ST STManhattan— / 10

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1926Building constructed41 units · 6 floors
now517 W 161 REALTY LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2027-09-01.

05 / 09

The landlord.

06 / 10

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 161 STREET · Manhattan · 40.836° N, -73.941° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby8 min

7 schools nearby1 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

W 155 ST/EDGECOMBE AVBx6M2
0.4 mi8 min
AMSTERDAM AV/W 153 STM101
0.4 mi8 min
SAINT NICHOLAS AV/W 153 STM3
0.4 mi8 min
AMSTERDAM AV/W 152 STM100
0.4 mi9 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 004 Duke EllingtonElementary
0.1 mi1 min
Community Health Academy Of The HeightsSecondary
0.2 mi4 min
Community Math & Science PrepMiddle School
0.2 mi4 min
The Mott Hall SchoolMiddle School
0.2 mi4 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Whin Music Community Charter SchoolElementary
0.1 mi1 min
Whin Music Community Charter SchoolElementary
0.1 mi1 min
Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter SchoolK-12
0.4 mi7 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Kids-Centric, Inc. Rena Day Care Cen
0.3 mi5 min
Kids-Centric, Inc Northern Manhattan
0.3 mi6 min
Incarnation SchoolElementary
0.7 mi14 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.

2,500buildings tracked3.4avg LucidIQ$1,700median 1BR

60,480population$57kmedian income91%renters

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

Rent trends in Washington Heights

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

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Crime & safety.

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About this area.

08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1926

Floors6

Total units41

Rent-stab units41

ClassD1

BBL1021200048

192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1926

Building constructed

41 units · 6 floors · class D1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

39 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: 517 W 161 REALTY LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMFeb 19, 2026
WATER LEAK — SLOW LEAK
311MEDIUMFeb 19, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY
311MEDIUMFeb 6, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMJan 12, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMNov 17, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMNov 16, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMNov 11, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMNov 10, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY
311MEDIUMOct 22, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY
HPDMEDIUMOct 21, 2025
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD FLOOR IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM EAST LO

07 / 09

History of the building.

10 / 10

Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 ranges from $1,875 to $2,083 per month, with a median of $1,979.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 is approximately $2,250 per month.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 is approximately $2,500 per month.
How does rent at 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10032 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 32% above the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 47% above the neighborhood median.
Is 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 rent stabilized?
Yes, 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 is rent stabilized with 39 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 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Based on historical listing data, December tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 517 WEST 161 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 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
The registered owner of 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 is 517 W 161 REALTY LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 a good landlord?
517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032, owned by 517 W 161 REALTY LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.7/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 35 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.7 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Yes, 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 35 housing violations and 149 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 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 have?
517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 offers 4 amenities including Elevator, Fios Available, Hardwood Flooring, Elevator. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
There are 10 schools near 517 WEST 161 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 (4 min walk), Community Math & Science Prep (4 min walk), The Mott Hall School (4 min walk), Whin Music Community Charter School (1 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: W 155 ST/EDGECOMBE AV (Bx6, M2), 0.38 mi away.
Is 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10032 zip code where 517 WEST 161 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 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 built and how many units does it have?
517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 was built in 1926, has 6 floors, contains 41 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
517 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.0 out of 5. 0 out of 2 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

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