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551 W 161st St, New York, NY 10032, USA|Washington Heights
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Property Overview
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Central heat
Great for
Eco living
Amenities for 551 W 161st St, Washington Heights
Features
| Air Conditioning | Central Heat |
| Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Community
| Onsite Laundry |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 551 W 161st St
ZMP101177032 - WELCOME HOME! UNIQUE 1 BED LOFT WITH LAUNDRY IN UNIT!THIS UNIT WILL GO FAST! FILL OUT FORM APON INQUIRY FOR FASTEST RESPONSE!- In unit laundry- Tucked away office nook- Central heating/AC- Small quiet building- Modern kitchen with dishwasher- Massive wood beamed ceilings- Loft sleeping area- Pets allowed- prime location!Near the 1/A/C train lines, popular restaurants, shopping, public transportation and much more!Ask about other units in the area, or anywhere in the Upper Manhattan!!We do not discriminate against people based on their source of income including receipt of rental assistance programs/vouchers or government assistance.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 551 W 161st St, New York, NY 10032, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Central heat
- This address offers a climate controlled environment
Address details
| Neighborhood | Washington Heights |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 10032 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Washington Heights
1-bedroom apartments at 551 W 161st St cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in New York.
Median rents as of Apr 11 2026.
Washington Heights
New York
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $4,300 |
| May 2024 | $4,197 |
| June 2024 | $4,291 |
| July 2024 | $4,388 |
| August 2024 | $4,499 |
| September 2024 | $4,501 |
| October 2024 | $4,500 |
| November 2024 | $4,340 |
| December 2024 | $4,198 |
| January 2025 | $4,274 |
| February 2025 | $4,317 |
| March 2025 | $4,475 |
| April 2025 | $4,614 |
| May 2025 | $4,617 |
| June 2025 | $4,574 |
| July 2025 | $4,360 |
| August 2025 | $4,392 |
| September 2025 | $4,481 |
| October 2025 | $4,398 |
| November 2025 | $4,299 |
| December 2025 | $4,286 |
| January 2026 | $4,285 |
| February 2026 | $4,280 |
| March 2026 | $4,374 |
| April 2026 | $4,492 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $2,183 |
| May 2024 | $2,301 |
| June 2024 | $2,350 |
| July 2024 | $2,354 |
| August 2024 | $2,360 |
| September 2024 | $2,409 |
| October 2024 | $2,574 |
| November 2024 | $2,542 |
| December 2024 | $2,461 |
| January 2025 | $2,474 |
| February 2025 | $2,636 |
| March 2025 | $2,694 |
| April 2025 | $2,700 |
| May 2025 | $2,696 |
| June 2025 | $2,689 |
| July 2025 | $2,710 |
| August 2025 | $2,747 |
| September 2025 | $2,573 |
| October 2025 | $2,653 |
| November 2025 | $2,698 |
| December 2025 | $2,721 |
| January 2026 | $2,579 |
| February 2026 | $2,594 |
| March 2026 | $2,624 |
| April 2026 | $2,638 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 551 W 161st St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$99,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $99,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,495.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 years ago | $2,310 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $2,450 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,600 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 551 W 161st St
P.S. 4 - Duke Ellington
500 w 160th st
new york, NY, 10032
PK, K-5Public
B-
Castle Bridge School
560 w 169th st
new york, NY, 10032
PK, K-5Public
B
P.S./I.S. 210 - 21st Century Academy for Community Leadership
501-503 w 152nd st
new york, NY, 10031
PK, K-8Public
B-
PS 368 The William Lynch School
1750 amsterdam ave
new york, NY, 10031
PK, K-5Public
C+
Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School
276 w 151st st
new york, NY, 10039
K-5Public
B-
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Getting around New York near 551 W 161st St
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 551 W 161st St, New York
Groceries
10/10
Several grocery stores nearby
Shopping
9/10
Variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
7/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
9/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within walking distance
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551 W 161st St, New York, NY
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