What is the rent for a studio at 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 538 WEST 156 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 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 538 WEST 156 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 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 538 WEST 156 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 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 538 WEST 156 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 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 ranges from $2,831 to $3,829 per month, with a median of $3,330.

How does rent at 538 WEST 156 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 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 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 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Based on historical listing data, December tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 538 WEST 156 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 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

The registered owner of 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 is LIFESPIRE, INC.. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 a good landlord?

538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032, owned by LIFESPIRE, INC., has an overall grade of B (3.8/5) on Lucid Rents. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.8 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Yes, 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 2 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

Has 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 had any Department of Buildings violations?

Yes, 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 1 Department of Buildings violation on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.

What schools are near 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

There are 10 schools near 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Community Health Academy Of The Heights (2 min walk), P.s. 028 Wright Brothers (2 min walk), P.s./i.s. 210 - Twenty-First Century Academy For Community Leadership (4 min walk), P.s. 004 Duke Ellington (4 min walk), New Heights Academy Charter School (5 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: SAINT NICHOLAS AV/W 148 ST (M3), 0.47 mi away.

Is 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10032 zip code where 538 WEST 156 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 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 built and how many units does it have?

538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 was built in 1901, has 3 floors, contains 1 total unit.

538 WEST 156 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Washington Heights, NYC

Washington Heights · Manhattan, NY, 10032

Built 19013 floors1 unitsBBL 1021140024

Current rent range

$1,828 – $3,829 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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538 WEST 156 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10032

538 WEST 156 STREET is a prewar 1901 building, 1 unit in Washington Heights, NYC. Owned by LIFESPIRE, INC.. Public records show 1 open violation, 2 311 complaints on file.

HPD violations0last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews0no reviews yet

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age125 ybuilt 1901

311 complaints2last 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

Compare this building's listings above against the 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.

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Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

150 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

2881

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

Steady

HPDTop Violations

0 total

No violations
0

311Top Complaints

2 total

Illegal Dumping
1
Dirty Condition
1

DOBTop Filings

1 total

DOB Violations
1

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Recent records

Last 7 years

—NO RECORDS—
No HPD records on file in the last 7 years.

See all 0 HPD records

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

LIFESPIRE, INC.

Portfolio of 14 buildings

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

4.6

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 5 by score · of 14 total

See all 14 →

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1901Building constructed1 units · 3 floors
nowLIFESPIRE, INC.Owner of record per HPD registration · manages 14 buildings.

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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

538 WEST 156 STREET · Manhattan · 40.833° N, -73.944° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby9 min

7 schools nearby2 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

SAINT NICHOLAS AV/W 148 STM3
0.5 mi9 min
SAINT NICHOLAS AV/W 147 STM3
0.5 mi10 min
AMSTERDAM AV/W 145 STM100
0.5 mi10 min
AMSTERDAM AV/W 145 STM101
0.5 mi10 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Community Health Academy Of The HeightsSecondary
0.1 mi2 min
P.s. 028 Wright BrothersElementary
0.1 mi2 min
P.s./i.s. 210 - Twenty-First Century Academy For Community LeadershipK-8
0.2 mi4 min
P.s. 004 Duke EllingtonElementary
0.2 mi4 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

New Heights Academy Charter SchoolSecondary
0.3 mi5 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

Neighborhood overview

Washington Heights→

Vibe · top buildings · landlords · schools · transit

Crime in 10032

See full breakdown→

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

Washington Heights· 0.95 mi Hamilton Heights· 1.34 mi Harlem

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About this area.

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History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1901

Floors3

Total units1

ClassA9

BBL1021140024

19001910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1901

Building constructed

1 units · 3 floors · class A9

now

Current owner: LIFESPIRE, INC.

Portfolio includes 14 buildings.

Recent Activity

2 events

311MEDIUMJun 13, 2024
Illegal Dumping — Removal Request
311MEDIUMApr 7, 2022
Dirty Condition — Trash

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 538 WEST 156 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 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 538 WEST 156 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 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 538 WEST 156 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 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 538 WEST 156 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 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 ranges from $2,831 to $3,829 per month, with a median of $3,330.
How does rent at 538 WEST 156 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 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 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 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Based on historical listing data, December tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 538 WEST 156 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 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
The registered owner of 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 is LIFESPIRE, INC.. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 a good landlord?
538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032, owned by LIFESPIRE, INC., has an overall grade of B (3.8/5) on Lucid Rents. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.8 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Yes, 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 2 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
Has 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 had any Department of Buildings violations?
Yes, 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 1 Department of Buildings violation on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.
What schools are near 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
There are 10 schools near 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Community Health Academy Of The Heights (2 min walk), P.s. 028 Wright Brothers (2 min walk), P.s./i.s. 210 - Twenty-First Century Academy For Community Leadership (4 min walk), P.s. 004 Duke Ellington (4 min walk), New Heights Academy Charter School (5 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: SAINT NICHOLAS AV/W 148 ST (M3), 0.47 mi away.
Is 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10032 zip code where 538 WEST 156 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 538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 built and how many units does it have?
538 WEST 156 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 was built in 1901, has 3 floors, contains 1 total unit.

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