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$2,200,000

521 W 162nd St

New York, NY, 10032
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7Beds
4Baths
3,724Sqft
$591$/sqft

Listing Notes

Welcome to 521 West 162nd Street, an elegant, fully renovated three-family limestone-facade townhouse that represents an exceptional opportunity for an Owner-Landlord or Investor! This lovely 19-foot-wide residence is divided into a welcoming, loft-style Three-Bedroom Owners Duplex and two beautiful Two-Bedroom rental apartments on the Parlor and Garden Levels. An Investor can expect an excellent cash on cash return (pro forma 6%) from the property!The Upper Level of the Owners Duplex apartment features a beautiful open-plan loft-style living space with high ceilings, large windows and skylights for a wonderful sense of light and space, exposed brick and rafters and hardwood floors, a gas fireplace and dining area, and a wonderful chefs island kitchen. Downstairs are three Bedrooms and two Bathrooms, one en-suite from the Master Bedroom which also features a Walk-In Closet, and Laundry. The two fully renovated Two-Bedroom apartments on the Parlor and Garden Levels of the house also feature exposed brick, open-plan Kitchen and Dining areas, and in-unit Laundry, and there is a sunny, well-kept Back Yard accessible from the Basement and Garden Levels. The potential rent roll positions the property to generate a very healthy return. This home is a short 15-minute walk to City College and is in close proximity to Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center, a stones throw from the Jumel Terrace historical district. The Broadway and St. Nicholas Avenue commercial corridors are within easy reach with shopping, restaurants, cafes, and bars. The C-line subway at 163rd Street and the M2, M3 and M100 buses are all within a few steps of the house. Showings are by appointment.

Market Insights

Below nearby median-11%

$591/sqft vs a nearby median of $660/sqft.

Nearby median$660/sqft
Nearby properties12
Property size3,724 sqft
  • -11% versus the nearby median price per square foot.
  • Price history is limited, so current comps matter more than trend alone.
  • 3,724 sqft creates a usable price-per-square-foot read.

Pricing Read

Yardstick fair value$2.56M$2.37M$2.74M · 68% confidence
vs ask $2.20M−$358k (−16.3%)

Asking price is about 16.3% below the fair value — likely to draw competing offers if it's still on market.

$645/sqft median across 6 tight comps × 3,724 sqft= $2.40M
  • Transit access+$96k +4.0%
  • Pre-war character+$60k +2.5%
Cumulative NYC adjustments+$156k+6.5%

Property Read

FreshnessCurrent market data

The listing facts are current enough for an initial property review.

Market Position-11% vs nearby

The asking price per square foot is below the nearby median, which can be worth a closer comp check.

Price MovementInitial price point

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Listing Details

Days on market
35 days
Last price change
No change recorded
Listed
Apr 7, 2026
Photos
21 photos
Property type
townhomes
Status
for sale
Last sold
Dec 5, 2014 · $1,650,000

Features & Amenities

FireplaceLaundry RoomTwo Or More StoriesBasementModern KitchenOpen KitchenHigh CeilingMaster BedroomExposed BrickRental PropertyEnsuiteChefs KitchenWalk In ClosetOpen PlanHardwood FloorsDenMedicalcareShopping

Photos

Building Facts

Year built
1920
Stories
3
Total units
3
Residential units
3
Building area
3,125 sqft
Lot size
1,900 sqft
Land use
Multi-family walk-up buildings
Building class
C0

From NYC public records where available.

Price History

May 4, 2026Initial record
$2,200,000for sale

Public Records

DOB violations0 open

15 total recorded against the building

HPD violations2 open

12 total recorded

ACRIS documents31

Tax-lot deed, mortgage, and transfer records on file

311 calls (12 mo)37,371

Top: heat/hot water

Top complaint types in ZIP 10032

  • HEAT/HOT WATER6,979
  • Noise - Street/Sidewalk6,763
  • Illegal Parking3,814
  • Noise - Residential2,500
  • UNSANITARY CONDITION1,796

Recent DOB

  • Sep 2, 2020V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED · AEUHAZ1-FAIL TO CERTIFY CLASS 1 NONE
  • Sep 2, 2020V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED · AEUHAZ1-FAIL TO CERTIFY CLASS 1 NONE
  • Feb 13, 2004V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED · LL6291-LOCAL LAW 62/91 - BOILERS BOILER REQUIRED
  • Mar 19, 2003V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED · LL6291-LOCAL LAW 62/91 - BOILERS BOILER REQUIRED

Recent HPD

  • Jun 4, 2025Class A · (A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPD S WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BE...
  • Mar 16, 2023Class A · (A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPD S WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BE...
  • Feb 16, 2022Class A · (A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPD S WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BE...
  • Apr 2, 2021Class A · (A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPD S WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BE...

Recent Transfers (ACRIS)

  • Aug 14, 1986DEED

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