What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 ranges from $3,750 to $4,429 per month, with a median of $4,089.

Is 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 rent stabilized?

Yes, 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 is rent stabilized with 48 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

How much has rent changed at 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Rent at 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has decreased by 8% since 2019-06, going from $3,800 to $3,481 as of 2019-12.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Based on historical listing data, December tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 654 WEST 161 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 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

The registered owner of 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 is RIVERSIDE VENTURA LL. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 a good landlord?

654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032, owned by RIVERSIDE VENTURA LL, has an overall grade of B (3.8/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 35 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

654 WEST 161 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 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

Yes, 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 35 housing violations and 271 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 have?

654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 offers 4 amenities including Fios Available, Dishwasher, Hardwood Floors, Washer/dryer. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 have laundry facilities?

Yes, 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 offers laundry amenities: Dishwasher, Washer/dryer.

What schools are near 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

There are 10 schools near 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Ged - P2g - Volunteers Of America (5 min walk), P.s. 004 Duke Ellington (5 min walk), Community Health Academy Of The Heights (6 min walk), Gregorio Luperon High School For Science And Mathematics (7 min walk), Whin Music Community Charter School (4 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: BROADWAY/W 155 ST (M4, M5), 0.31 mi away.

Is 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10032 zip code where 654 WEST 161 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 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 built and how many units does it have?

654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 was built in 1915, has 6 floors, contains 50 total units.

How energy efficient is 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has an ENERGY STAR score of 38 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 81.8 kBtu/ft² (2024 data). This suggests there is room for energy efficiency improvement.

What do tenants say about living at 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?

654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.5 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

654 WEST 161 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Washington Heights, NYC

Washington Heights · Manhattan, NY, 10032

Built 19156 floors50 unitsBBL 1021360128

Current rent range

$3,750 – $4,429 / mo

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

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★★★★★2.52 reviews

Verified reviewsRVOwned byRIVERSIDE VENTURA LL3 bldgs

654 WEST 161 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10032

654 WEST 161 STREET is a prewar 1915 building, 6 floors, 50 units in Washington Heights, NYC. Owned by RIVERSIDE VENTURA LL. Public records show 47 open violations, 271 311 complaints, 14 active litigation matters on file. Rent stabilization on file covers 48 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 2 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations35last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews22.5 ★ avg

Rent-stab units50DHCR records

Building age111 ybuilt 1915

311 complaints271last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

3 BR

$4,089/mo

9 listings

This building is rent stabilized — actual rents typically trade below 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

1 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $1,700

3 BR

This building: $3,750 – $4,429

—Area: —

4 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $4,000

Units Historic Rent 2 listings

3 Bed$3,4811 listing

4 Bed$3,8001 listing

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

3 Bed9 listings

$4,089

$3,750 – $4,429

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

101 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

2117

311 noise, rats, bedbug history

Sources: NYC DHS · DOB · 311 · DSNY · FDNY · NYS DCJS · NYS DECSee full report

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Neighborhood risks.

02 / 10

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

35 total

Pest Infestation
7
Paint/Plaster
5
Door/Lock
5
Smoke/CO Detector
5
Mold/Mildew
5

311Top Complaints

271 total

Noise - Residential
89
Noise - Street/Sidewalk
39
Noise - Vehicle
32
HEAT/HOT WATER
28
UNSANITARY CONDITION
15

DOBTop Filings

12 total

DOB Violations
12

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(9 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class CVIOLATION CLOSEDOct 6, 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 AT FIRE DOOR LEADING TO PUBLIC HALL STAIR AT WEST AT PUBLIC HALL AT EAST , 4th STORY
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDOct 6, 2025
§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. REMOVE THE ENCUMBRANCE OBSTRUCTING EGRESS FROM FIRE ESCAPES AIR CONDITION UNIT PROTRUDING MORE THAN 4 INCHES FROM WINDOW SILL AT 2ND STORY BALCONY CENTER FIRE ESCAPE AT BUILDING FRONT
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDOct 6, 2025
§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. REMOVE THE ENCUMBRANCE OBSTRUCTING EGRESS FROM FIRE ESCAPES AIR CONDITION UNIT PROTRUDING MORE THAN 4 INCHES FROM WINDOW SILL AT 2ND STORY BALCONY WEST FIRE ESCAPE AT BUILDING FRONT
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDOct 1, 2025
§ 27-2045(B)(1)(B) HMC, § 12-06, § 12-07, § 12-09 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAW AND RULES MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4H, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDOct 1, 2025
HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4H, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST

See all 35 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

2.5 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

2 reviews

5★

4★

50%

3★

2★

1★

50%

Pros: The building is big. Apartments are big. The other tenants are kind for the most part, especially those who have been there for decades! Mgmt does respond quickly to complaints. Cons: - Packages stolen - Rats see…

positiveAug 2022

Anonymous

Pros: NOTHING. Horrible place. Cons: Always noisy. Property management does not reply to complaints. Hot water takes 10 mins to start running. Ceilings leak. So many cockroaches. Water randomly turned off without notice…

negativeMar 2021

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

04 / 09

Building amenities.

05 / 10

The landlord.

RIVERSIDE VENTURA LL

Portfolio of 3 buildingsMANAGER: GUSTAVO MORANMail: 149-45 NORTHERN BLVD, Flushing, NY, 11354

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

3.8

avg score / 5

B+

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1915Building constructed50 units · 6 floors
nowRIVERSIDE VENTURA LLOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2027-09-01.

05 / 09

The landlord.

06 / 10

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

654 WEST 161 STREET · Manhattan · 40.838° N, -73.945° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby6 min

7 schools nearby5 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

BROADWAY/W 155 STM4M5
0.3 mi6 min
W 155 ST/BROADWAYBx6
0.3 mi7 min
W 155 ST/BROADWAYBx6
0.3 mi7 min
BROADWAY/W 155 STM5M4
0.3 mi7 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ged - P2g - Volunteers Of AmericaGED/Alt
0.2 mi5 min
P.s. 004 Duke EllingtonElementary
0.3 mi5 min
Community Health Academy Of The HeightsSecondary
0.3 mi6 min
Gregorio Luperon High School For Science And MathematicsHigh School
0.4 mi7 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Whin Music Community Charter SchoolElementary
0.2 mi4 min
Whin Music Community Charter SchoolElementary
0.2 mi4 min
Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter SchoolK-12
0.5 mi10 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Kids-Centric, Inc Northern Manhattan
0.3 mi7 min
Kids-Centric, Inc. Rena Day Care Cen
0.5 mi9 min
Incarnation SchoolElementary
0.7 mi14 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

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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.

07 / 10

About this area.

08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1915

Floors6

Total units50

Rent-stab units50

ClassD4

BBL1021360128

1910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1915

Building constructed

50 units · 6 floors · class D4

2024

Rent stabilization on file

48 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: RIVERSIDE VENTURA LL

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMApr 17, 2026
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMMar 20, 2026
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMJan 11, 2026
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMJan 11, 2026
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMJan 11, 2026
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMDec 15, 2025
WATER LEAK — HEAVY FLOW
311MEDIUMDec 3, 2025
Noise - Vehicle — Car/Truck Music
311MEDIUMNov 27, 2025
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMNov 25, 2025
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMNov 22, 2025
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 ranges from $3,750 to $4,429 per month, with a median of $4,089.
Is 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 rent stabilized?
Yes, 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 is rent stabilized with 48 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
How much has rent changed at 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Rent at 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has decreased by 8% since 2019-06, going from $3,800 to $3,481 as of 2019-12.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Based on historical listing data, December tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 654 WEST 161 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 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
The registered owner of 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 is RIVERSIDE VENTURA LL. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 a good landlord?
654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032, owned by RIVERSIDE VENTURA LL, has an overall grade of B (3.8/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 35 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
654 WEST 161 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 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
Yes, 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 35 housing violations and 271 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 have?
654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 offers 4 amenities including Fios Available, Dishwasher, Hardwood Floors, Washer/dryer. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 have laundry facilities?
Yes, 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 offers laundry amenities: Dishwasher, Washer/dryer.
What schools are near 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
There are 10 schools near 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Ged - P2g - Volunteers Of America (5 min walk), P.s. 004 Duke Ellington (5 min walk), Community Health Academy Of The Heights (6 min walk), Gregorio Luperon High School For Science And Mathematics (7 min walk), Whin Music Community Charter School (4 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: BROADWAY/W 155 ST (M4, M5), 0.31 mi away.
Is 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10032 zip code where 654 WEST 161 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 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 built and how many units does it have?
654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 was built in 1915, has 6 floors, contains 50 total units.
How energy efficient is 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has an ENERGY STAR score of 38 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 81.8 kBtu/ft² (2024 data). This suggests there is room for energy efficiency improvement.
What do tenants say about living at 654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032?
654 WEST 161 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10032 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.5 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

09 / 09

Frequently asked questions.

10 / 10

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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