What is the rent for a studio at 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 is approximately $1,800 per month.

Is 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 rent stabilized?

Yes, 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 is rent stabilized with 22 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033?

Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033, while September is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033?

The registered owner of 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 is CG WEST 181ST STREET LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 a good landlord?

554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033, owned by CG WEST 181ST STREET LLC, has an overall grade of D (1.8/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 168 recorded violations. Tenants have left 4 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033?

554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 has an overall grade of D with a score of 1.8 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033?

Yes, 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 has 168 housing violations and 241 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 have?

554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 offers 4 amenities including Rent Stabilized, Good Cause, Has Evictions, Fios Available. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033?

There are 10 schools near 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School (2 min walk), J.h.s. 143 Eleanor Roosevelt (2 min walk), Dos Puentes Elementary School (2 min walk), P.s. 132 Juan Pablo Duarte (2 min walk), School In The Square Public Charter School (3 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033?

554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: AMSTERDAM AV/W 173 ST (M101), 0.41 mi away.

Is 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10033 zip code where 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 is located had 2,354 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 203 violent crimes, 929 property crimes, and 1,222 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10033 for full details.

When was 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 built and how many units does it have?

554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 was built in 1906, has 5 floors, contains 28 total units, 24 of which are residential.

How energy efficient is 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033?

554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 has an ENERGY STAR score of 97 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 66.4 kBtu/ft² (2023 data). This is considered an above-average efficiency rating.

What do tenants say about living at 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033?

554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.0 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

554 WEST 181 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Washington Heights, NYC

Washington Heights · Manhattan, NY, 10033

Built 19065 floors28 unitsBBL 1021530068

Current rent range

$1,800 – $1,800 / mo

1 bedroom band tracked · sampled from recent listings · rent stabilized

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★★★★★1.84 reviews

Verified reviewsCWOwned byCG WEST 181ST STREET LLC5 bldgs

554 WEST 181 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10033

554 WEST 181 STREET is a prewar 1906 building, 5 floors, 28 units in Washington Heights, NYC. Owned by CG WEST 181ST STREET LLC. Public records show 178 open violations, 241 311 complaints, 10 active litigation matters on file. Rent stabilization on file covers 22 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 4 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations168last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews41.8 ★ avg

Rent-stab units28DHCR records

Building age120 ybuilt 1906

311 complaints241last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

Studio

$1,800/mo

1 listing

This building is rent stabilized — actual rents typically trade below neighborhood medians.

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

March

Most expensive

September

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Potential savings: ~8% by timing your move to March.

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

Studio

This building: $1,800 – $1,800

—Area: —

2 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $3,200

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

Studio1 listing

$1,800

$1,800

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

154 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

2587

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

168 total

Paint/Plaster
58
Door/Lock
16
Water Leak
16
Smoke/CO Detector
15
Heat/Hot Water
10

311Top Complaints

241 total

Noise - Commercial
107
HEAT/HOT WATER
38
Noise - Residential
37
UNSANITARY CONDITION
9
Noise - Street/Sidewalk
8

DOBTop Filings

10 total

DOB Violations
10

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(18 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class BNOV SENT OUTJun 15, 2026
§ 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK ABOVE CEILING IN THE 4th ROOM FROM NORTH AT WEST LOCATED AT APT H, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class CNOT COMPLIED WITHJun 15, 2026
§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGES AT WEST FIRE DOOR TO SOUTH YARD AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY
Class BNOV SENT OUTJun 15, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR CEILING IN THE 4th ROOM FROM NORTH AT EAST LOCATED AT APT H, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class BFIRST NO ACCESS TO RE- INSPECT VIOLATIONJun 15, 2026
§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE COUNTER BALANCE AT LOWER SASH AT WEST WINDOW IN THE 4th ROOM FROM NORTH AT WEST LOCATED AT APT H, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class BFIRST NO ACCESS TO RE- INSPECT VIOLATIONJun 15, 2026
§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE COUNTER BALANCE AT LOWER SASH AT EAST WINDOW IN THE 4th ROOM FROM NORTH AT EAST LOCATED AT APT H, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH

See all 168 HPD records

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Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

1.8 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

4 reviews

5★

4★

3★

2★

75%

1★

25%

Pros: Inexpensive rent (relative to the rest of NYC), close proximity to the 1 train, somewhat newly renovated bathroom and kitchenette Cons: Common areas reek and aren't clean, only one bathroom for a 4-br apt, had mic…

negativeApr 2022

Anonymous

Pros: Fairly cheap rent Cons: Our washer/dryer broke and flooded the apartment leaving mold. Trion refused to admit there was mold, tried to blame my roommates and I, and refused to fix the issue. Overall, Trion does no…

negativeJun 2021

Anonymous

Pros: Close to the 181st 1 station Cons: The landlord is the absolute worst. Building negligence is an understatement, fire dept had to shut off our water when our washer flooded the apartment. Trion gave minimal respon…

negativeApr 2021

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

4 amenities

OTHER

Rent Stabilized
Good Cause
Has Evictions
Fios Available

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

CG WEST 181ST STREET LLC

Portfolio of 5 buildingsDirector of PM: Armand CuccinielloMail: 1945 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

3.2

avg score / 5

B-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 4 by score · of 5 total

See all 5 →

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1906Building constructed28 units · 5 floors
nowCG WEST 181ST STREET LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 5 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

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The landlord.

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Crime & safety.

10033 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 10033

Violent203

Property929

Quality-of-life1,222

Total incidents2,354

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About this area.

Washington Heights · 10033

554 WEST 181 STREET · Manhattan · 40.849° N, -73.933° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby8 min

7 schools nearby2 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

AMSTERDAM AV/W 173 STM101
0.4 mi8 min
SAINT NICHOLAS AV/W 172 STM3
0.5 mi10 min
AMSTERDAM AV/W 172 STM101
0.5 mi10 min
AMSTERDAM AV/W 171 STM101
0.5 mi10 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning SchoolK-12
0.1 mi2 min
J.h.s. 143 Eleanor RooseveltMiddle School
0.1 mi2 min
Dos Puentes Elementary SchoolElementary
0.1 mi2 min
P.s. 132 Juan Pablo DuarteElementary
0.1 mi2 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

School In The Square Public Charter SchoolMiddle School
0.2 mi3 min
The Equity Project Charter School - Early Childhood ProgramCharter
0.2 mi4 min
Kipp Star Elementary Charter SchoolCharter
0.2 mi5 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Yeshiva University High SchoolHigh School
0.3 mi6 min
St Elizabeth SchoolElementary
0.3 mi6 min
Yeshiva Rabbi S R HirschElementary
0.3 mi6 min

The neighborhood

Washington Heights

The western stretch of Washington Heights climbs toward the George Washington Bridge, offering some of Manhattan's most dramatic views of the Hudson and Palisades. The neighborhood's Dominican character is strongest here, with lively streets and affordable rents that attract families.

2,009buildings tracked3.9avg LucidIQ$2,550median 1BR

58,711population$77kmedian income85%renters

AffordableViewsFamily-OrientedDominican CultureResidential

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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

Washington Heights· 0.95 mi Washington Heights· 1.57 mi Hamilton Heights· 1.65 mi Inwood· 2 mi Harlem· 2.15 mi

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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 built1906

Floors5

Total units28

Rent-stab units28

ClassC7

BBL1021530068

19001910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1906

Building constructed

28 units · 5 floors · class C7

2024

Rent stabilization on file

22 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: CG WEST 181ST STREET LLC

Portfolio includes 5 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDMEDIUMJun 15, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR CEILING IN THE 4th ROO
HPDHIGHJun 15, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSI
HPDMEDIUMJun 15, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE COUNTER BALANCE AT LOWER SASH AT WEST WINDOW IN THE 4t
HPDMEDIUMJun 15, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR CEILING IN THE 4th ROO
HPDMEDIUMJun 15, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE COUNTER BALANCE AT LOWER SASH AT EAST WINDOW IN THE 4t
HPDMEDIUMJun 15, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK ABOVE CEILING IN THE 4th ROOM FRO
311MEDIUMJun 5, 2026
PAINT/PLASTER — WALL
311MEDIUMJun 5, 2026
PAINT/PLASTER — WALL
311MEDIUMMay 31, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — GARBAGE/RECYCLING STORAGE
HPDMEDIUMMay 31, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT L, 5th STORY, 2nd

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 is approximately $1,800 per month.
Is 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 rent stabilized?
Yes, 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 is rent stabilized with 22 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033?
Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033, while September is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033?
The registered owner of 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 is CG WEST 181ST STREET LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 a good landlord?
554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033, owned by CG WEST 181ST STREET LLC, has an overall grade of D (1.8/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 168 recorded violations. Tenants have left 4 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033?
554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 has an overall grade of D with a score of 1.8 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033?
Yes, 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 has 168 housing violations and 241 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 have?
554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 offers 4 amenities including Rent Stabilized, Good Cause, Has Evictions, Fios Available. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033?
There are 10 schools near 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School (2 min walk), J.h.s. 143 Eleanor Roosevelt (2 min walk), Dos Puentes Elementary School (2 min walk), P.s. 132 Juan Pablo Duarte (2 min walk), School In The Square Public Charter School (3 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033?
554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: AMSTERDAM AV/W 173 ST (M101), 0.41 mi away.
Is 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10033 zip code where 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 is located had 2,354 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 203 violent crimes, 929 property crimes, and 1,222 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10033 for full details.
When was 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 built and how many units does it have?
554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 was built in 1906, has 5 floors, contains 28 total units, 24 of which are residential.
How energy efficient is 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033?
554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 has an ENERGY STAR score of 97 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 66.4 kBtu/ft² (2023 data). This is considered an above-average efficiency rating.
What do tenants say about living at 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033?
554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10033 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.0 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

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Frequently asked questions.

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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.

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