What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 ranges from $2,600 to $2,700 per month, with a median of $2,650.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 ranges from $3,000 to $3,500 per month, with a median of $3,250.

Is 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 rent stabilized?

Yes, 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 is rent stabilized with 23 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

How much has rent changed at 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Rent at 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has increased by 0% since 2019-07, going from $2,500 to $2,500 as of 2019-08.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Based on historical listing data, December tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 526 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 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

The registered owner of 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 is OPTIMUM EQUITY LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 a good landlord?

526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032, owned by OPTIMUM EQUITY LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.6/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 63 recorded violations. Tenants have left 5 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.6 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Yes, 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 63 housing violations and 189 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 have?

526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 offers 8 amenities including Fios Available, Dishwasher, Hardwood Floors, View, Rent Stabilized, Pet Friendly, Good Cause, Has Evictions. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 allow pets?

526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 lists pet-friendly amenities (Pet Friendly). Contact the building management to confirm current pet policies and any breed or size restrictions.

Does 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 have laundry facilities?

Yes, 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 offers laundry amenities: Dishwasher.

What schools are near 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

There are 10 schools near 526 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 (3 min walk), Ged - P2g - Volunteers Of America (4 min walk), Gregorio Luperon High School For Science And Mathematics (5 min walk), Whin Music Community Charter School (1 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: AMSTERDAM AV/W 153 ST (M101), 0.39 mi away.

Is 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10032 zip code where 526 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 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 built and how many units does it have?

526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 was built in 1910, has 6 floors, contains 24 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.7 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

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

Washington Heights · Manhattan, NY, 10032

Built 19106 floors24 unitsBBL 1021190023

Current rent range

$2,600 – $3,500 / mo

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

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★★★★★2.65 reviews

Verified reviewsOEOwned byOPTIMUM EQUITY LLC2 bldgs

526 WEST 161 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10032

526 WEST 161 STREET is a prewar 1910 building, 6 floors, 24 units in Washington Heights, NYC. Owned by OPTIMUM EQUITY LLC. Public records show 66 open violations, 189 311 complaints, 5 active litigation matters on file. Rent stabilization on file covers 23 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 5 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations63last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews52.6 ★ avg

Rent-stab units24DHCR records

Building age116 ybuilt 1910

311 complaints189last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

2 BR

$2,650/mo

31 listings

3 BR

$3,250/mo

17 listings

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

1 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $1,700

2 BR

This building: $2,600 – $2,700

—Area: —

3 BR

This building: $3,000 – $3,500

—Area: —

4 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $4,000

Units Historic Rent 2 listings

2 Bed$2,2501 listing

3 Bed$2,7501 listing

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

2 Bed31 listings

$2,650

$2,600 – $2,700

3 Bed17 listings

$3,250

$3,000 – $3,500

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

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Rental intelligence.

02 / 10

Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

130 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

2858

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

63 total

Paint/Plaster
12
Pest Infestation
10
Door/Lock
7
Window/Guard
5
Water Leak
5

311Top Complaints

189 total

UNSANITARY CONDITION
31
HEAT/HOT WATER
30
DOOR/WINDOW
19
Noise - Residential
19
PLUMBING
14

DOBTop Filings

3 total

DOB Violations
3

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(10 units)

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.
Class ANOV SENT OUTApr 22, 2026
§ 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT AT CEILING AT PUBLIC HALL, 6th STORY
Class BNOV SENT OUTApr 22, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE FIRE RETARDANT MATERIAL AT CEILING AT PUBLIC HALL, 6th STORY
Class CCIV14 MAILEDJan 23, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF ...SCALDING HOT WATER EXCEEDING 130 DEGREES AT ALL WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 24, 6th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDDec 3, 2025
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF SECOND EGRESS BLOCKED LEADING TO STREET AT PUBLIC HALL STAIRS

See all 63 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

2.6 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

5 reviews

5★

4★

3★

60%

2★

40%

1★

Unit 13 Pros: Spacious bedrooms, kind live-in super and area for garbage responsive for pest control Cons: -bed bugs twice- fumigated then the bed bugs came back -roaches everywhere even with pest control coming EVERY…

mixedNov 2023

Anonymous

Unit 4 Pros: - very close to C/1 trains - supermarkets, discount stores, restaurants nearby - library nearby Cons: - courtyard is filthy (garbage and dead pigeons decomposing for the entire lease) - most mice and cock…

negativeMar 2023

Anonymous

Pros: Good location, close to the train and right off broadway. Cons: Filthy inner courtyard that encouraged more bugs in our first floor apartment. Little to no pest control- and this place is big city. We have learned…

mixedMar 2023

Anonymous

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

8 amenities

LAUNDRY

Dishwasher

PET FRIENDLY

Pet Friendly

OTHER

Fios Available
Hardwood Floors
View
Rent Stabilized
Good Cause
Has Evictions

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Building amenities.

05 / 10

The landlord.

OPTIMUM EQUITY LLC

Portfolio of 2 buildingsHead officer: Jay SilverMail: 261 Lenox Road OFFICE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

2.6

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

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Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1910Building constructed24 units · 6 floors
nowOPTIMUM EQUITY LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 2 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

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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

526 WEST 161 STREET · Manhattan · 40.836° N, -73.942° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby8 min

7 schools nearby1 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

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

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 004 Duke EllingtonElementary
0.1 mi1 min
Community Health Academy Of The HeightsSecondary
0.2 mi3 min
Ged - P2g - Volunteers Of AmericaGED/Alt
0.2 mi4 min
Gregorio Luperon High School For Science And MathematicsHigh School
0.2 mi5 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Whin Music Community Charter SchoolElementary
0.0 mi1 min
Whin Music Community Charter SchoolElementary
0.0 mi1 min
Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter SchoolK-12
0.4 mi8 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Kids-Centric, Inc Northern Manhattan
0.3 mi5 min
Kids-Centric, Inc. Rena Day Care Cen
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

Dominican CultureAffordableParksCommunity-RootedLively

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Neighborhood overview

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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.

07 / 10

About this area.

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History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1910

Floors6

Total units24

Rent-stab units24

ClassC1

BBL1021190023

1910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1910

Building constructed

24 units · 6 floors · class C1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

23 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: OPTIMUM EQUITY LLC

Portfolio includes 2 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMAug 5, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — GARBAGE/RECYCLING STORAGE
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
HPDMEDIUMApr 22, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE FIRE RETARDANT MATERIAL AT CEILING AT P
HPDLOWApr 22, 2026
HPD Class A Violation — § 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT AT CEILING AT PUBLIC HALL, 6th
311MEDIUMApr 1, 2026
General Construction/Plumbing — Egress - Doors Locked/Blocked/Improper/No Secondary Means
311MEDIUMFeb 22, 2026
Illegal Parking — Double Parked Blocking Traffic
311MEDIUMJan 30, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMJan 26, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMJan 26, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMJan 26, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 ranges from $2,600 to $2,700 per month, with a median of $2,650.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 ranges from $3,000 to $3,500 per month, with a median of $3,250.
Is 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 rent stabilized?
Yes, 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 is rent stabilized with 23 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
How much has rent changed at 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Rent at 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has increased by 0% since 2019-07, going from $2,500 to $2,500 as of 2019-08.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Based on historical listing data, December tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 526 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 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
The registered owner of 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 is OPTIMUM EQUITY LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 a good landlord?
526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032, owned by OPTIMUM EQUITY LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.6/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 63 recorded violations. Tenants have left 5 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.6 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Yes, 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 63 housing violations and 189 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 have?
526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 offers 8 amenities including Fios Available, Dishwasher, Hardwood Floors, View, Rent Stabilized, Pet Friendly, Good Cause, Has Evictions. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 allow pets?
526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 lists pet-friendly amenities (Pet Friendly). Contact the building management to confirm current pet policies and any breed or size restrictions.
Does 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 have laundry facilities?
Yes, 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 offers laundry amenities: Dishwasher.
What schools are near 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
There are 10 schools near 526 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 (3 min walk), Ged - P2g - Volunteers Of America (4 min walk), Gregorio Luperon High School For Science And Mathematics (5 min walk), Whin Music Community Charter School (1 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: AMSTERDAM AV/W 153 ST (M101), 0.39 mi away.
Is 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10032 zip code where 526 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 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 built and how many units does it have?
526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 was built in 1910, has 6 floors, contains 24 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
526 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.7 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

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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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