What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 is approximately $1,970 per month.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 ranges from $2,950 to $3,000 per month, with a median of $2,975.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 is approximately $3,150 per month.

How does rent at 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10040 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 41% below the neighborhood median.

Is 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 rent stabilized?

Yes, 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 is rent stabilized with 13 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?

Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 608 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 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?

The registered owner of 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 is RH 608-614 WEST 189 STREET LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 a good landlord?

608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040, owned by RH 608-614 WEST 189 STREET LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.4/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 104 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?

608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.4 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?

Yes, 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 has 104 housing violations and 260 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 have?

608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 offers 4 amenities including Fios Available, Dishwasher, Hardwood Floors, Washer/dryer. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 have laundry facilities?

Yes, 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 offers laundry amenities: Dishwasher, Washer/dryer.

What schools are near 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?

There are 10 schools near 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 048 P.o. Michael J. Buczek (3 min walk), P.s. 189 (4 min walk), High School For Media And Communications (5 min walk), High School For Law And Public Service (5 min walk), American Dream Charter School Ii (2 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?

608 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 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10040 zip code where 608 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 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 built and how many units does it have?

608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 was built in 1915, has 5 floors, contains 21 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?

608 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.

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

Washington Heights · Manhattan, NY, 10040

Built 19155 floors21 unitsBBL 1021680043

Current rent range

$1,970 – $3,150 / mo

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

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★★★★★3.01 reviews

Verified reviewsR6Owned byRH 608-614 WEST 189 STREET LLC3 bldgs

608 WEST 189 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10040

608 WEST 189 STREET is a prewar 1915 building, 5 floors, 21 units in Washington Heights, NYC. Owned by RH 608-614 WEST 189 STREET LLC. Public records show 107 open violations, 260 311 complaints, 3 active litigation matters on file. Risk signals: 1 bedbug report. Rent stabilization on file covers 13 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations104last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews13.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units21DHCR records

Building age111 ybuilt 1915

311 complaints260last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

1 BR

$1,970/mo

1 listing

3 BR

$2,975/mo

14 listings

3 BR

$3,150/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

July

JFMAMJJASOND

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

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

Studio

This building: — – —

—Area: $3,046

1 BR

This building: $1,970 – $1,970

41% belowArea: $3,331

2 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $4,508

3 BR

This building: $2,950 – $3,000

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

1 Bed1 listing

$3,331

$3,331

3 Bed14 listings

$2,975

$2,950 – $3,000

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

140 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

2492

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

104 total

Paint/Plaster
26
Water Leak
19
Smoke/CO Detector
12
Door/Lock
11
Pest Infestation
6

311Top Complaints

260 total

Noise - Street/Sidewalk
44
HEAT/HOT WATER
37
PAINT/PLASTER
32
WATER LEAK
28
UNSANITARY CONDITION
22

DOBTop Filings

3 total

DOB Violations
3

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(13 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class BNOV SENT OUTApr 13, 2026
§ 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING IN THE 4th ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 42D, 4th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class BNOV SENT OUTApr 13, 2026
§ 27-2045(B)(1)(A) HMC, § 12-01, § 12-03 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS RULES AND REGULATIONS DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 42D, 4th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class BNOTICE OF ISSUANCE SENT TO TENANTApr 13, 2026
§ 27-2017.3 HMC: TRACE AND REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE VISIBLE MOLD CONDITION... MORE THAN 10 SQUARE FEET AT NORTH AND EAST WALL IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH AT EAST LOCATED AT APT 42D, 4th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class BNOV SENT OUTApr 13, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 42D, 4th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class BNOV SENT OUTApr 13, 2026
§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE GLASS AT LOWER SASH WINDOW AT SOUTH WALL IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 42D, 4th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH

See all 104 HPD records

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Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

3.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

3★

100%

2★

1★

Pros: ...the rent was only raised $30 for our second year. Cons: During our second year here, somewhere in the building a pipe burst and it seriously affected our bathroom mold in the walls the whole nine yards. After t…

mixedNov 2020

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

4 amenities

LAUNDRY

Dishwasher
Washer/dryer

OTHER

Fios Available
Hardwood Floors

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

RH 608-614 WEST 189 STREET LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsHead officer: ISAAC SCHWEDMail: 35 WEST STREET, Spring Valley, NY, 10977

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

3.3

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 2 by score · of 3 total

See all 3 →

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1915Building constructed21 units · 5 floors
nowRH 608-614 WEST 189 STREET LLCOwner 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.

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

608 WEST 189 STREET · Manhattan · 40.854° N, -73.931° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby8 min

7 schools nearby3 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

AMSTERDAM AV/W 181 STM101
0.4 mi8 min
W 181 ST/AMSTERDAM AVBx3Bx11Bx13Bx35
0.4 mi8 min
AMSTERDAM AV/W 181 STM101
0.4 mi8 min
W 181 ST/AMSTERDAM AVBx36Bx3Bx35Bx13
0.4 mi9 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 048 P.o. Michael J. BuczekElementary
0.2 mi3 min
P.s. 189Elementary
0.2 mi4 min
High School For Media And CommunicationsHigh School
0.3 mi5 min
High School For Law And Public ServiceHigh School
0.3 mi5 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

American Dream Charter School IiElementary
0.1 mi2 min
Equity Project Charter School (the)Charter
0.3 mi6 min
The Equity Project Charter School - Early Childhood ProgramCharter
0.3 mi7 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

St Elizabeth SchoolElementary
0.1 mi2 min
Yeshiva University High SchoolHigh School
0.2 mi4 min
Yeshiva Rabbi S R HirschElementary
0.2 mi5 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

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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

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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 built1915

Floors5

Total units21

Rent-stab units21

ClassC1

BBL1021680043

1910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1915

Building constructed

21 units · 5 floors · class C1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

13 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: RH 608-614 WEST 189 STREET LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMAug 7, 2026
WATER LEAK — HEAVY FLOW
311MEDIUMAug 7, 2026
WATER LEAK — DAMP SPOT
311MEDIUMJun 10, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — PESTS
311MEDIUMJun 10, 2026
PLUMBING — WATER SUPPLY
311MEDIUMJun 10, 2026
PLUMBING — BASIN/SINK
HPDMEDIUMApr 13, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING IN THE 4th ROOM FROM N
HPDMEDIUMApr 13, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE 4th
HPDMEDIUMApr 13, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2045(B)(1)(A) HMC, § 12-01, § 12-03 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEV
HPDMEDIUMApr 13, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATE
HPDMEDIUMApr 13, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE GLASS AT LOWER SASH WINDOW AT SOUTH WALL IN THE KITCHE

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 is approximately $1,970 per month.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 ranges from $2,950 to $3,000 per month, with a median of $2,975.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 is approximately $3,150 per month.
How does rent at 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10040 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 41% below the neighborhood median.
Is 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 rent stabilized?
Yes, 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 is rent stabilized with 13 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?
Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 608 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 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?
The registered owner of 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 is RH 608-614 WEST 189 STREET LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 a good landlord?
608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040, owned by RH 608-614 WEST 189 STREET LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.4/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 104 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?
608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.4 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?
Yes, 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 has 104 housing violations and 260 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 have?
608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 offers 4 amenities including Fios Available, Dishwasher, Hardwood Floors, Washer/dryer. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 have laundry facilities?
Yes, 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 offers laundry amenities: Dishwasher, Washer/dryer.
What schools are near 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?
There are 10 schools near 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 048 P.o. Michael J. Buczek (3 min walk), P.s. 189 (4 min walk), High School For Media And Communications (5 min walk), High School For Law And Public Service (5 min walk), American Dream Charter School Ii (2 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?
608 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 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10040 zip code where 608 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 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 built and how many units does it have?
608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040 was built in 1915, has 5 floors, contains 21 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 608 WEST 189 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10040?
608 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.

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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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