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Highlights

  • Laundry facilities
  • Bike storage
  • Storage units
  • Elevator access
  • "bike storage"
  • Heating and cooling systems

Location

522 W 161st St, New York, NY 10032, USA|Washington Heights
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Management

Morgan’s Landing

Leasing office

(844) 328-9161 ext. 4146

Open today 

11:00 am–5:00 pm ET

Property Overview

522 W 161st St presents an appealing option for renters, backed by a strong overall Zumper rating of 8.5 out of 10. The property's competitive pricing, notable amenities such as laundry facilities and bike storage, and an impressive location just 0.23 miles from a top-rated high school enhance its desirability. With high marks for location (9/10) and amenities (8/10), it offers excellent value and quality for those seeking a vibrant urban lifestyle.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 522 W 161st St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 522 W 161st St has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby

Floor plans

3 Bed 1.0 Bath3 bed1 bath$2,795 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for 522 W 161st St

Apartment Amenities

Hardwood Floor

Appliances

DishwasherElectric Stove

Other

Oil Heating
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

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

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About 522 W 161st St

HomeApartments in New YorkWashington Heights 522 W 161st St

522 W 161st St, New York, NY 10032


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 522 W 161st St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 522 W 161st St has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 522 W 161st St
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
522 W 161st St offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 522 W 161st St is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
522 W 161st St is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 522 W 161st St to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
522 W 161st St provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

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 522 W 161st St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away

Considerations

Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
No laundry facilities available
This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers

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Rent trends in Washington Heights

3-bedroom apartments at 522 W 161st St cost about 29% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Washington Heights.

Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Washington Heights
New York
A table of studio rental data trends in New York
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$3,498
December 2023$3,429
January 2024$3,400
February 2024$3,475
March 2024$3,493
April 2024$3,547
May 2024$3,546
June 2024$3,635
July 2024$3,691
August 2024$3,698
September 2024$3,674
October 2024$3,625
November 2024$3,532
December 2024$3,527
January 2025$3,569
February 2025$3,563
March 2025$3,643
April 2025$3,747
May 2025$3,800
June 2025$3,772
July 2025$3,757
August 2025$3,791
September 2025$3,807
October 2025$3,816
A table of studio rental data trends in Washington Heights
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$2,252
December 2023$2,099
January 2024$1,962
February 2024$2,086
March 2024$2,085
April 2024$2,081
May 2024$2,079
June 2024$2,017
July 2024$2,055
August 2024$2,069
September 2024$2,089
October 2024$2,068
November 2024$2,000
December 2024$1,998
January 2025$1,949
February 2025$1,975
March 2025$2,022
April 2025$2,193
May 2025$2,251
June 2025$2,570
July 2025$2,325
August 2025$2,306
September 2025$2,310
October 2025$2,364

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$111,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $111,800 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,795.
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Schools near 522 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 522 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 522 W 161st St, New York

Groceries

10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

10/10
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
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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