What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is approximately $5,000 per month.

Is 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 11% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

The registered owner of 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is 533 SUGAR HILL LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 a good landlord?

533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, owned by 533 SUGAR HILL LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.4/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 6 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.4 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Yes, 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 6 housing violations and 35 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

Has 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 had any Department of Buildings violations?

Yes, 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 10 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.

What schools are near 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

There are 10 schools near 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 153 Adam Clayton Powell (3 min walk), The William Lynch School (3 min walk), P.s./i.s. 210 - Twenty-First Century Academy For Community Leadership (3 min walk), P.s. 028 Wright Brothers (7 min walk), New Heights Academy Charter School (2 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: AMSTERDAM AV/W 140 ST (M101), 0.50 mi away.

Is 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10031 zip code where 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is located had 1,382 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 95 violent crimes, 445 property crimes, and 842 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10031 for full details.

When was 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 built and how many units does it have?

533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 was built in 1905, has 3 floors, contains 4 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

533 WEST 149 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Hamilton Heights, NYC

Hamilton Heights · Manhattan, NY, 10031

Built 19053 floors4 unitsBBL 1020810018

Current rent range

$5,000 – $5,000 / mo

1 bedroom band tracked · sampled from recent listings

Leave a review

★★★★★4.01 reviews

Verified reviews5SOwned by533 SUGAR HILL LLC3 bldgs

533 WEST 149 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10031

533 WEST 149 STREET is a prewar 1905 building, 4 units in Hamilton Heights, NYC. Owned by 533 SUGAR HILL LLC. Public records show 16 open violations, 35 311 complaints on file. Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations6last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews14.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age121 ybuilt 1905

311 complaints35last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

4 BR

$5,000/mo

1 listing

Compare this building's listings above against the neighborhood medians.

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

March

Most expensive

May

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Potential savings: ~11% by timing your move to March.

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

2 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $3,775

4 BR

This building: $5,000 – $5,000

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

4 Bed1 listing

$5,000

$5,000

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

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Rental intelligence.

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Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

148 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

3212

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

6 total

Pest Infestation
3
Heat/Hot Water
1

311Top Complaints

35 total

HEAT/HOT WATER
19
DOOR/WINDOW
5
PLUMBING
4
Noise - Residential
2
UNSANITARY CONDITION
1

DOBTop Filings

10 total

DOB Violations
10

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(1 unit)

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 IINFO NOV SENT OUTNov 17, 2025
§27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-2097 AND IS THEREFORE SUBJECT TO CIVIL PENALTIES, PROHIBITED FROM CERTIFYING VIOLATIONS, AND DENIED THE RIGHT TO RECOVER POSSESSION OF PREMISES FOR NONPAYMENT OF RENT UNTIL A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT IS FILED.
Class ANOV SENT OUTJun 4, 2025
(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 IINFO NOV SENT OUTNov 22, 2024
§27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-2097 AND IS THEREFORE SUBJECT TO CIVIL PENALTIES, PROHIBITED FROM CERTIFYING VIOLATIONS, AND DENIED THE RIGHT TO RECOVER POSSESSION OF PREMISES FOR NONPAYMENT OF RENT UNTIL A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT IS FILED.
Class ANOV SENT OUTApr 2, 2024
(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.

See all 6 HPD records

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Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

4.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

100%

3★

2★

1★

Pros: Unique interior with fireplaces, in unit laundry, quiet Cons: Poor ventilation, stove air goes into apartment, some mice problems but not rats, management and super need pressure in order to respond quickly

positiveApr 2022

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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The landlord.

533 SUGAR HILL LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsOFFICER: THOMAS HIGGINSMail: 4 EAST 27TH STREET, New York, NY, 10001

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

3.4

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 1 by score · of 3 total

See all 3 →

B533 W 149TH STManhattan6.8 / 10

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1905Building constructed4 units · 3 floors
now533 SUGAR HILL LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2023-09-01.

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The landlord.

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Crime & safety.

10031 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 10031

Violent95

Property445

Quality-of-life842

Total incidents1,382

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About this area.

Hamilton Heights · 10031

533 WEST 149 STREET · Manhattan · 40.829° N, -73.947° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby10 min

7 schools nearby3 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

AMSTERDAM AV/W 140 STM101
0.5 mi10 min
SAINT NICHOLAS AV/W 141 STM3
0.5 mi10 min
SAINT NICHOLAS AV/W 141 STM3
0.5 mi10 min
FREDERICK DOUGLASS BLVD/W 143 STM10
0.5 mi10 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 153 Adam Clayton PowellElementary
0.1 mi3 min
The William Lynch SchoolElementary
0.1 mi3 min
P.s./i.s. 210 - Twenty-First Century Academy For Community LeadershipK-8
0.2 mi3 min
P.s. 028 Wright BrothersElementary
0.3 mi7 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

New Heights Academy Charter SchoolSecondary
0.1 mi2 min
Neighborhood Charter School Of Harlem 2Charter
0.3 mi5 min
Neighborhood Charter School Of HarlemK-8
0.3 mi7 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Kids-Centric, Inc Northern Manhattan
0.3 mi6 min
Our Lady Of Lourdes SchoolElementary
0.3 mi7 min
St Charles Borromeo SchoolElementary
0.7 mi13 min

The neighborhood

Hamilton Heights

Hamilton Heights is named for Alexander Hamilton's Harlem estate, and the neighborhood's hilltop position offers unexpected Manhattan views. Sugar Hill's elegant apartment buildings, City College's Gothic campus, and Dominican bakeries on Broadway create a layered, authentic neighborhood.

3,046buildings tracked3.4avg LucidIQ$3,425median 1BR

61,044population$65kmedian income87%renters

HistoricDiverseHilltop ViewsAcademicAffordable

Explore Hamilton Heights

Neighborhood overview

Hamilton Heights→

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Crime in 10031

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

Rent trends in Hamilton 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.

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History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1905

Floors3

Total units4

ClassC3

BBL1020810018

19001910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1905

Building constructed

4 units · 3 floors · class C3

now

Current owner: 533 SUGAR HILL LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

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
311MEDIUMJan 6, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY
311MEDIUMJan 6, 2026
DOOR/WINDOW — WINDOW FRAME
311MEDIUMDec 23, 2025
DOOR/WINDOW — WINDOW FRAME
311MEDIUMDec 14, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY
311MEDIUMDec 9, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY
HPDHIGHNov 17, 2025
HPD Class I Violation — §27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-20
311MEDIUMNov 10, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY
311MEDIUMNov 2, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMOct 17, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is approximately $5,000 per month.
Is 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 11% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
The registered owner of 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is 533 SUGAR HILL LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 a good landlord?
533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, owned by 533 SUGAR HILL LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.4/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 6 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.4 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Yes, 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 6 housing violations and 35 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
Has 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 had any Department of Buildings violations?
Yes, 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 10 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.
What schools are near 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
There are 10 schools near 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 153 Adam Clayton Powell (3 min walk), The William Lynch School (3 min walk), P.s./i.s. 210 - Twenty-First Century Academy For Community Leadership (3 min walk), P.s. 028 Wright Brothers (7 min walk), New Heights Academy Charter School (2 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: AMSTERDAM AV/W 140 ST (M101), 0.50 mi away.
Is 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10031 zip code where 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is located had 1,382 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 95 violent crimes, 445 property crimes, and 842 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10031 for full details.
When was 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 built and how many units does it have?
533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 was built in 1905, has 3 floors, contains 4 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
533 WEST 149 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

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