What is the rent for a studio at 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 is approximately $1,750 per month.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 is approximately $2,250 per month.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 ranges from $2,700 to $3,000 per month, with a median of $2,850.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 is approximately $3,300 per month.

How does rent at 544 WEST 157 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.

Is 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 544 WEST 157 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 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Based on historical listing data, December tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 544 WEST 157 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 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

The registered owner of 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 is 544 W 157 ST HDF CORP. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 a good landlord?

544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032, owned by 544 W 157 ST HDF CORP, has an overall grade of B (3.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 24 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Yes, 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 24 housing violations and 140 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 have?

544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 offers 6 amenities including Elevator, Fios Available, Dishwasher, Hardwood Floors, View, Washer/dryer. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 have laundry facilities?

Yes, 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 offers laundry amenities: Dishwasher, Washer/dryer.

What schools are near 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

There are 10 schools near 544 WEST 157 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. 004 Duke Ellington (3 min walk), P.s. 028 Wright Brothers (4 min walk), P.s./i.s. 210 - Twenty-First Century Academy For Community Leadership (5 min walk), Whin Music Community Charter School (5 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: AMSTERDAM AV/W 148 ST (M100, M101), 0.49 mi away.

Is 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10032 zip code where 544 WEST 157 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 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 built and how many units does it have?

544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 was built in 1910, has 8 floors, contains 40 total units.

How energy efficient is 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has an ENERGY STAR score of 57 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 77.3 kBtu/ft² (2024 data).

What do tenants say about living at 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

544 WEST 157 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Washington Heights, NYC

Washington Heights · Manhattan, NY, 10032

Built 19108 floors40 unitsBBL 1021150011

Current rent range

$1,750 – $3,300 / mo

4 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

Leave a review

★★★★★3.01 reviews

Verified reviews5WOwned by544 W 157 ST HDF CORP3 bldgs

544 WEST 157 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10032

544 WEST 157 STREET is a prewar 1910 building, 8 floors, 40 units in Washington Heights, NYC. Owned by 544 W 157 ST HDF CORP. Public records show 33 open violations, 140 311 complaints, 5 active litigation matters on file. Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations24last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews13.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age116 ybuilt 1910

311 complaints140last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

Studio

$1,750/mo

2 listings

1 BR

$2,250/mo

4 listings

2 BR

$2,850/mo

7 listings

3 BR

$3,300/mo

4 listings

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

December

Most expensive

August

JFMAMJJASOND

Potential savings: ~7% by timing your move to December.

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

Studio

This building: $1,750 – $1,750

—Area: —

1 BR

This building: $2,250 – $2,250

32% aboveArea: $1,700

2 BR

This building: $2,700 – $3,000

—Area: —

3 BR

This building: $3,300 – $3,300

—Area: —

4 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $4,000

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

Studio2 listings

$1,750

$1,750

1 Bed4 listings

$1,700

$1,700

2 Bed7 listings

$2,850

$2,700 – $3,000

3 Bed4 listings

$3,300

$3,300

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

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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

137 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

2641

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

Improving

HPDTop Violations

24 total

Door/Lock
9
Smoke/CO Detector
3
Paint/Plaster
2
Pest Infestation
2
Roof/Ceiling
1

311Top Complaints

140 total

HEAT/HOT WATER
64
Noise - Street/Sidewalk
26
Noise - Residential
9
Missed Collection
7
Illegal Parking
6

DOBTop Filings

9 total

DOB Violations
9

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(7 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDJun 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 AVIOLATION DISMISSEDMar 16, 2023
(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 BNOV SENT OUTMar 1, 2022
§ 27-2045 ADM CODE REPAIR OR REPLACE THE SMOKE DETECTOR MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Class CNOV SENT OUTMar 1, 2022
§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE .. IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 1, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Class CNOV SENT OUTMar 1, 2022
§ 27-2005, 2007, 204.1 HMC CODE: ARRANGE AND MAKE SELF-CLOSING THE DOORS .. IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 84, 8th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH

See all 24 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

3.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

3★

100%

2★

1★

Unit 1B Pros: Double FOB Door Laundry in Basement Cons: Infested with roaches. Like basement to 6th floor infested. Advice to landlord: Don’t rent out the basement

mixedJul 2022

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

6 amenities

BUILDING

Elevator

LAUNDRY

Dishwasher
Washer/dryer

OTHER

Fios Available
Hardwood Floors
View

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

544 W 157 ST HDF CORP

Portfolio of 3 buildingsPRESIDENT: MICHELE AMATRULAMail: 544 WEST 157 STREET, NEW YORK, NY, 10032

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

3.0

avg score / 5

B-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1910Building constructed40 units · 8 floors
now544 W 157 ST HDF CORPOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

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The landlord.

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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

544 WEST 157 STREET · Manhattan · 40.834° N, -73.944° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby10 min

7 schools nearby2 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

AMSTERDAM AV/W 148 STM100M101
0.5 mi10 min
AMSTERDAM AV/W 147 STM101
0.5 mi10 min
SAINT NICHOLAS AV/W 148 STM3
0.6 mi11 min
BROADWAY/W 145 STM4T204M5
0.6 mi11 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Community Health Academy Of The HeightsSecondary
0.1 mi2 min
P.s. 004 Duke EllingtonElementary
0.2 mi3 min
P.s. 028 Wright BrothersElementary
0.2 mi4 min
P.s./i.s. 210 - Twenty-First Century Academy For Community LeadershipK-8
0.3 mi5 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Whin Music Community Charter SchoolElementary
0.2 mi5 min
Whin Music Community Charter SchoolElementary
0.2 mi5 min
New Heights Academy Charter SchoolSecondary
0.3 mi7 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Kids-Centric, Inc Northern Manhattan
0.1 mi2 min
Kids-Centric, Inc. Rena Day Care Cen
0.5 mi10 min
Our Lady Of Lourdes SchoolElementary
0.7 mi15 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.

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About this area.

08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1910

Floors8

Total units40

ClassD4

BBL1021150011

1910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1910

Building constructed

40 units · 8 floors · class D4

now

Current owner: 544 W 157 ST HDF CORP

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMMar 8, 2026
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Talking
311MEDIUMDec 25, 2025
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMNov 21, 2025
Missed Collection — Compost
311MEDIUMOct 3, 2025
Missed Collection — Compost
311MEDIUMJul 25, 2025
Missed Collection — Compost
311MEDIUMJun 27, 2025
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Talking
HPDLOWJun 4, 2025
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
311MEDIUMMay 10, 2025
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMApr 24, 2025
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Talking
311MEDIUMApr 3, 2025
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Talking

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 is approximately $1,750 per month.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 is approximately $2,250 per month.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 ranges from $2,700 to $3,000 per month, with a median of $2,850.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 is approximately $3,300 per month.
How does rent at 544 WEST 157 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.
Is 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 544 WEST 157 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 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Based on historical listing data, December tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 544 WEST 157 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 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
The registered owner of 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 is 544 W 157 ST HDF CORP. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 a good landlord?
544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032, owned by 544 W 157 ST HDF CORP, has an overall grade of B (3.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 24 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Yes, 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 24 housing violations and 140 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 have?
544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 offers 6 amenities including Elevator, Fios Available, Dishwasher, Hardwood Floors, View, Washer/dryer. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 have laundry facilities?
Yes, 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 offers laundry amenities: Dishwasher, Washer/dryer.
What schools are near 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
There are 10 schools near 544 WEST 157 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. 004 Duke Ellington (3 min walk), P.s. 028 Wright Brothers (4 min walk), P.s./i.s. 210 - Twenty-First Century Academy For Community Leadership (5 min walk), Whin Music Community Charter School (5 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: AMSTERDAM AV/W 148 ST (M100, M101), 0.49 mi away.
Is 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10032 zip code where 544 WEST 157 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 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 built and how many units does it have?
544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 was built in 1910, has 8 floors, contains 40 total units.
How energy efficient is 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has an ENERGY STAR score of 57 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 77.3 kBtu/ft² (2024 data).
What do tenants say about living at 544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
544 WEST 157 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

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