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596 W 152nd St, New York, NY, 10031

7beds
5baths
0sqft
$2,200,000
--price/sqft
$20,066/moest. monthly cost
$802,640/yrincome needed

About This Home

596 West 152nd Street presents a rare opportunity to acquire a classic Hamilton Heights multi-family townhouse in a highly convenient Upper Manhattan location. Delivered vacant, this is an ideal plug-and-play investment for buyers seeking immediate control, flexibility, and significant upside from day one. Situated just off Broadway, the property benefits from excellent access to public transportation, including the nearby 1 train, making commuting throughout Manhattan simple and efficient. The location is also well-positioned near Columbia University’s Manhattanville campus, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, and The City College of New York, supporting strong long-term rental demand from students, faculty, medical professionals, and neighborhood residents alike. For investors, the delivered-vacant aspect is especially compelling. Rather than inheriting legacy leases or below-market tenancy, a buyer can immediately renovate, reposition, and lease the asset to market. That creates a clean runway to optimize unit mix, finishes, and rental strategy, subject to all applicable approvals and regulations. Whether the goal is to create a stabilized cash-flowing asset, a long-term hold in a growing neighborhood, or a value-add rental play, 596 West 152nd Street offers the kind of flexibility that is increasingly difficult to find in Manhattan. Hamilton Heights continues to attract attention for its architectural charm, neighborhood character, and relative value compared with many downtown submarkets. The property’s proximity to major academic and medical institutions, neighborhood retail, and transit only strengthens its appeal as an income-producing asset with durable tenant demand. With the opportunity to deliver the building vacant, this offering is a compelling acquisition for investors looking to act quickly.

Getting Around

98
WalkingWalker's Paradise
100
TransitRider's Paradise
88
BikeVery Bikeable

Schools

5/10
Ps 28 Wright BrothersGrades PK-50.3 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1900

Type & Style

  • Home type: MultiFamily
  • Property subType: Multi Family

Interior

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 7
  • Bathrooms: 5
  • Full bathrooms: 5

Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 0

Property

Details

  • Special condition: Resale

Features

  • Patio & porch: Other
  • Exterior features: Courtyard,Garden
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: City,Garden

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Heat Wave
Cold Wave
Strong Wind
Winter Weather
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters in New York County and New York

Flood
Severe Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $11,124$133,488
Home Insurance *$7,395$88,740
Property Taxes $1,301$15,612
Electricity $246$2,954
Total$20,066$240,792
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$687,977/yr
40% on housing$601,980/yr
45% on housing$535,093/yr

New York FAIR Plan Programs

New York Property Insurance Underwriting Association

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Current Policies
Residential: 20,669Commercial: 1,556
Total Premiums$32.27M
Total Exposure$7.63B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 2.0%
2.0%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.1%
7.1%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.0%
1.0%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

--This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 10031$475
New York County$1,488

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 10031$537
New York County$1,203

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-01Listed for sale$2,200,000
2024-08-06Listing removed--
2024-07-31Listed for rent$3,200
2024-07-24Listing removed--
2024-07-08Listed for rent$3,500
2024-03-08Listing removed--
2024-02-08Price change$3,300
2024-02-01Listed for rent$3,500

For Sale by Agent

AgentEhud Eliasi
BrokerageCompass

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