What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 is approximately $1,850 per month.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 is approximately $2,500 per month.

How does rent at 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10040 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 44% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 45% below the neighborhood median.

Is 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 rent stabilized?

Yes, 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 is rent stabilized with 23 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?

Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040, while July is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?

The registered owner of 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 is FT. GEORGE 189 LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 a good landlord?

561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040, owned by FT. GEORGE 189 LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.0/5) 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 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?

561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 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 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?

Yes, 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 has 6 housing violations on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

Has 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 had any Department of Buildings violations?

Yes, 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 has 1 Department of Buildings violation on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.

What amenities does 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 have?

561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 offers 4 amenities including Fios Available, Rent Stabilized, Has Evictions, Good Cause. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?

There are 10 schools near 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 189 (2 min walk), High School For Media And Communications (4 min walk), High School For Law And Public Service (4 min walk), High School For Health Careers And Sciences (4 min walk), American Dream Charter School Ii (4 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?

561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: AMSTERDAM AV/W 181 ST (M101), 0.41 mi away.

Is 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10040 zip code where 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 is located had 1,262 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 93 violent crimes, 396 property crimes, and 773 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10040 for full details.

When was 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 built and how many units does it have?

561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 was built in 1916, has 5 floors, contains 25 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?

561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

561 WEST 189 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Washington Heights, NYC

Washington Heights · Manhattan, NY, 10040

Built 19165 floors25 unitsBBL 1021580084

Current rent range

$1,850 – $2,500 / mo

2 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings · rent stabilized

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★★★★★3.01 reviews

Verified reviewsFGOwned byFT. GEORGE 189 LLC2 bldgs

561 WEST 189 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10040

561 WEST 189 STREET is a prewar 1916 building, 5 floors, 25 units in Washington Heights, NYC. Owned by FT. GEORGE 189 LLC. Public records show 6 open violations, 2 active litigation matters on file. Rent stabilization on file covers 23 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations6last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews13.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units25DHCR records

Building age110 ybuilt 1916

311 complaints0last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

1 BR

$1,850/mo

8 listings

2 BR

$2,500/mo

3 listings

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

July

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

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

Studio

This building: — – —

—Area: $3,046

1 BR

This building: $1,850 – $1,850

44% belowArea: $3,331

2 BR

This building: $2,500 – $2,500

45% belowArea: $4,508

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

1 Bed8 listings

$3,331

$3,331

2 Bed3 listings

$4,508

$4,508

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.

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Rent trends.

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Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

147 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

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

Water Leak
2
Door/Lock
2
Smoke/CO Detector
1
Paint/Plaster
1

311Top Complaints

0 total

Noise - Street/Sidewalk
36
Noise - Residential
19
PLUMBING
4
Illegal Parking
4
HEAT/HOT WATER
4

DOBTop Filings

0 total

DOB Violations
0

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(2 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class BNOV SENT OUTJun 1, 2025
§ 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 2B, 2nd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class BNOV SENT OUTJun 1, 2025
§ 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 2B, 2nd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class CNOV SENT OUTJun 1, 2025
§ 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 IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 2B, 2nd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDJun 1, 2025
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING AND EAST WALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 2B, 2nd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDOct 3, 2021
§ 27-2005, 2007, 204.1 HMC CODE: ARRANGE AND MAKE SELF-CLOSING THE DOORS ,,,, IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 2C, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH

See all 6 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

3.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

3★

100%

2★

1★

Pros: Rent stabilized, Neighbors are nice, apartments are a great size. Rooms are large and ceilings are high Cons: Older building so there’s pests. You can manage it yourself relatively well but still frustrating to de…

mixedFeb 2024

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

4 amenities

OTHER

Fios Available
Rent Stabilized
Has Evictions
Good Cause

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

FT. GEORGE 189 LLC

Portfolio of 2 buildingsLLC MEMBER: SCOTT SILVERMANMail: 108-18 QUEENS BLVD, Forest Hills, NY, 11375

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

Their Other Buildings

Top 1 by score · of 2 total

See all 2 →

B-565 WEST 189 STREETManhattan6.0 / 10

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1916Building constructed25 units · 5 floors
nowFT. GEORGE 189 LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 2 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

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The landlord.

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Crime & safety.

10040 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 10040

Violent93

Property396

Quality-of-life773

Total incidents1,262

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About this area.

Washington Heights · 10040

561 WEST 189 STREET · Manhattan · 40.854° N, -73.929° 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 181 STM101
0.4 mi8 min
AMSTERDAM AV/W 181 STM101
0.4 mi8 min
W 181 ST/AMSTERDAM AVBx3Bx11Bx13Bx35
0.4 mi8 min
W 181 ST/AMSTERDAM AVBx36Bx3Bx35Bx13
0.4 mi9 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 189Elementary
0.1 mi2 min
High School For Media And CommunicationsHigh School
0.2 mi4 min
High School For Law And Public ServiceHigh School
0.2 mi4 min
High School For Health Careers And SciencesHigh School
0.2 mi4 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

American Dream Charter School IiElementary
0.2 mi4 min
Equity Project Charter School (the)Charter
0.2 mi5 min
The Equity Project Charter School - Early Childhood ProgramCharter
0.4 mi8 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Yeshiva University High SchoolHigh School
0.2 mi3 min
St Elizabeth SchoolElementary
0.2 mi3 min
Yeshiva Rabbi S R HirschElementary
0.3 mi6 min

The neighborhood

Washington Heights

The Fort Tryon Park area of Washington Heights is Manhattan's most underrated neighborhood — the Cloisters medieval museum, sweeping Hudson views from the Heather Garden, and a tight-knit residential community that feels worlds away from Midtown.

1,516buildings tracked4.0avg LucidIQ$3,331median 1BR

43,653population$59kmedian income85%renters

ParksHidden GemViewsAffordableResidential

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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

Inwood· 0.44 mi Washington Heights· 1.57 mi Washington Heights· 1.63 mi Hamilton Heights· 2.92 mi Harlem· 3.04 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 built1916

Floors5

Total units25

Rent-stab units25

ClassC1

BBL1021580084

1910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1916

Building constructed

25 units · 5 floors · class C1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

23 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: FT. GEORGE 189 LLC

Portfolio includes 2 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMApr 16, 2026
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMJan 6, 2026
Derelict Vehicles
311MEDIUMNov 22, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMNov 22, 2025
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMNov 22, 2025
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMNov 22, 2025
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMNov 8, 2025
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMAug 14, 2025
PLUMBING — WATER SUPPLY
311MEDIUMJul 9, 2025
Illegal Parking — Double Parked Blocking Vehicle
311MEDIUMJul 5, 2025
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 is approximately $1,850 per month.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 is approximately $2,500 per month.
How does rent at 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10040 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 44% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 45% below the neighborhood median.
Is 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 rent stabilized?
Yes, 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 is rent stabilized with 23 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?
Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040, while July is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?
The registered owner of 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 is FT. GEORGE 189 LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 a good landlord?
561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040, owned by FT. GEORGE 189 LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.0/5) 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 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?
561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 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 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?
Yes, 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 has 6 housing violations on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
Has 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 had any Department of Buildings violations?
Yes, 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 has 1 Department of Buildings violation on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.
What amenities does 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 have?
561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 offers 4 amenities including Fios Available, Rent Stabilized, Has Evictions, Good Cause. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?
There are 10 schools near 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 189 (2 min walk), High School For Media And Communications (4 min walk), High School For Law And Public Service (4 min walk), High School For Health Careers And Sciences (4 min walk), American Dream Charter School Ii (4 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?
561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: AMSTERDAM AV/W 181 ST (M101), 0.41 mi away.
Is 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10040 zip code where 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 is located had 1,262 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 93 violent crimes, 396 property crimes, and 773 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10040 for full details.
When was 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 built and how many units does it have?
561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 was built in 1916, has 5 floors, contains 25 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?
561 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

09 / 09

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.

09 / 10

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