What is the rent for a studio at 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 ranges from $1,828 to $2,473 per month, with a median of $2,150.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 ranges from $1,879 to $2,542 per month, with a median of $2,210.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 ranges from $2,108 to $2,852 per month, with a median of $2,480.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 ranges from $2,635 to $3,565 per month, with a median of $3,100.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 ranges from $2,831 to $3,829 per month, with a median of $3,330.

How does rent at 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10031 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 34% below the neighborhood median.

Is 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 537 WEST 147 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 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 537 WEST 147 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 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

The registered owner of 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is HAMILTON 147 LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 a good landlord?

537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, owned by HAMILTON 147 LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.8/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 6 recorded violations. Tenants have left 4 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.8 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

Yes, 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 6 housing violations and 12 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

Has 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 had any Department of Buildings violations?

Yes, 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 30 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.

What schools are near 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

There are 10 schools near 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 153 Adam Clayton Powell (1 min walk), The William Lynch School (1 min walk), P.s./i.s. 210 - Twenty-First Century Academy For Community Leadership (5 min walk), High School For Mathematics, Science And Engineering At City College (8 min walk), New Heights Academy Charter School (4 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: SAINT NICHOLAS AV/W 141 ST (M3), 0.45 mi away.

Is 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10031 zip code where 537 WEST 147 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 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 built and how many units does it have?

537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 was built in 1926, has 3 floors, contains 4 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?

537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 1.3 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

537 WEST 147 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Hamilton Heights, NYC

Hamilton Heights · Manhattan, NY, 10031

Built 19263 floors4 unitsBBL 1020790014

Current rent range

$1,828 – $3,829 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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★★★★★1.34 reviews

Verified reviewsH1Owned byHAMILTON 147 LLC3 bldgs

537 WEST 147 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10031

537 WEST 147 STREET is a prewar 1926 building, 4 units in Hamilton Heights, NYC. Owned by HAMILTON 147 LLC. Public records show 36 open violations, 12 311 complaints, 1 active litigation matter on file. Risk signals: 1 bedbug report. Lucid Rents has 4 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations6last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews41.3 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age100 ybuilt 1926

311 complaints12last 7 years

01 / 10

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

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

Studio

This building: $1,828 – $2,473

—Area: —

1 BR

This building: $1,879 – $2,542

—Area: —

2 BR

This building: $2,108 – $2,852

34% belowArea: $3,775

3 BR

This building: $2,635 – $3,565

—Area: —

4 BR

This building: $2,831 – $3,829

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

Studio

$2,150

$1,828 – $2,473

1 Bed

$2,210

$1,879 – $2,542

2 Bed

$3,775

$3,775

3 Bed

$3,100

$2,635 – $3,565

4 Bed

$3,330

$2,831 – $3,829

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.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

02 / 10

Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

155 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

3197

311 noise, rats, bedbug history

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

02 / 10

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

6 total

Pest Infestation
4

311Top Complaints

12 total

Rodent
7
Noise - Street/Sidewalk
1
Illegal Fireworks
1
Illegal Parking
1
Noise - Residential
1

DOBTop Filings

30 total

DOB Violations
30

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(1 unit)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDApr 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 IVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 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 AVIOLATION DISMISSEDApr 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.
Class IVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 15, 2023
§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 AVIOLATION DISMISSEDFeb 16, 2022
(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

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

1.3 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

4 reviews

5★

4★

3★

2★

25%

1★

75%

Place looks great even though the quality is subpar. The landlord Joseph Aizer is the absolute worst. He is a complete liar. I would stay away from him. The other staff is nice.

negativeMay 2017

Anonymous

Will seriously look for any excuse to keep your deposit. The apartments are nice but are poorly constructed. You can hear a fly sneeze from outside your apartment. They do just enough to stay above legal margins but are…

negativeAug 2016

Anonymous

The apartments may look nice, but they fall apart, they don't respond to serious problems like broken water heaters and they don't return your deposit!

negativeJun 2015

Anonymous

View all 4 reviews

03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

05 / 10

The landlord.

HAMILTON 147 LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsMANAGING AGENT: JOSEPH AIZERMail: 29 WEST 36TH STREET, New York, NY, 10027

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

2.8

avg score / 5

C+

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1926Building constructed4 units · 3 floors
nowHAMILTON 147 LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

05 / 09

The landlord.

06 / 10

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

07 / 10

About this area.

Hamilton Heights · 10031

537 WEST 147 STREET · Manhattan · 40.827° N, -73.948° 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 141 STM3
0.5 mi9 min
AMSTERDAM AV/W 138 STM100M101
0.5 mi9 min
AMSTERDAM AV/W 138 STM100M101
0.5 mi10 min
SAINT NICHOLAS AV/W 139 STM3
0.5 mi10 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 153 Adam Clayton PowellElementary
0.1 mi1 min
The William Lynch SchoolElementary
0.1 mi1 min
P.s./i.s. 210 - Twenty-First Century Academy For Community LeadershipK-8
0.3 mi5 min
High School For Mathematics, Science And Engineering At City CollegeHigh School
0.4 mi8 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

New Heights Academy Charter SchoolSecondary
0.2 mi4 min
Neighborhood Charter School Of Harlem 2Charter
0.2 mi5 min
Neighborhood Charter School Of HarlemK-8
0.3 mi6 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Our Lady Of Lourdes SchoolElementary
0.3 mi5 min
Kids-Centric, Inc Northern Manhattan
0.4 mi8 min
St Charles Borromeo SchoolElementary
0.6 mi12 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

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Neighborhood overview

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

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Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

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06 / 10

Crime & safety.

07 / 10

About this area.

08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1926

Floors3

Total units4

ClassC3

BBL1020790014

192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1926

Building constructed

4 units · 3 floors · class C3

now

Current owner: HAMILTON 147 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
311MEDIUMNov 25, 2024
Lead — Lead Kit Request (Residential) (L10)
HPDHIGHNov 22, 2024
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
HPDLOWApr 2, 2024
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
311MEDIUMApr 1, 2024
Noise - Residential — Banging/Pounding
HPDHIGHNov 15, 2023
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 2, 2023
Illegal Parking — Posted Parking Sign Violation
311MEDIUMOct 2, 2023
Rodent — Condition Attracting Rodents
311MEDIUMJul 12, 2023
Rodent — Signs of Rodents
311MEDIUMJul 12, 2023
Rodent — Rat Sighting

07 / 09

History of the building.

10 / 10

Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 ranges from $1,828 to $2,473 per month, with a median of $2,150.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 ranges from $1,879 to $2,542 per month, with a median of $2,210.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 ranges from $2,108 to $2,852 per month, with a median of $2,480.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 ranges from $2,635 to $3,565 per month, with a median of $3,100.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 ranges from $2,831 to $3,829 per month, with a median of $3,330.
How does rent at 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10031 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 34% below the neighborhood median.
Is 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 537 WEST 147 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 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 537 WEST 147 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 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
The registered owner of 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 is HAMILTON 147 LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 a good landlord?
537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, owned by HAMILTON 147 LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.8/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 6 recorded violations. Tenants have left 4 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.8 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
Yes, 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 6 housing violations and 12 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
Has 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 had any Department of Buildings violations?
Yes, 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 30 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.
What schools are near 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
There are 10 schools near 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 153 Adam Clayton Powell (1 min walk), The William Lynch School (1 min walk), P.s./i.s. 210 - Twenty-First Century Academy For Community Leadership (5 min walk), High School For Mathematics, Science And Engineering At City College (8 min walk), New Heights Academy Charter School (4 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: SAINT NICHOLAS AV/W 141 ST (M3), 0.45 mi away.
Is 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10031 zip code where 537 WEST 147 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 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 built and how many units does it have?
537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 was built in 1926, has 3 floors, contains 4 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031?
537 WEST 147 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10031 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 1.3 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

09 / 09

Frequently asked questions.

09 / 10

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