--- title: "531 West 149th Street, New York City, NY 10031" description: "531 West 149th Street, New York City, NY 10031 — Multi Family Brownstone in Hamilton Heights, Manhattan, NY. Listing Price $2,000,000. Price Reduced: Reduced $200,000 (9.1%) from $2,200,000 on September 1, 2026. 4 bed, 4 bath, 4,300 sqft Illustrative Buyer Commission Share of $30,000 at closing, based on a 3% buyer-broker commission." url: "https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buy/newyorkcity/manhattan/10031/531-west-149th-street-ny-10031" source: "Real Estate Rebate Team" dateModified: "2026-10-13T19:33:36.297Z" status: "Active" --- # 531 West 149th Street, New York City, NY 10031 Multi Family Brownstone in Hamilton Heights, Manhattan, NY Courtesy of Corcoran Group Last updated: October 13, 2026, 3:33 PM ## At a Glance - **Listing Price**: $2,000,000 - **Price Reduced**: Reduced $200,000 (9.1%) from $2,200,000 on September 1, 2026 - **Beds**: 4 - **Baths**: 4 - **Sqft**: 4,300 - **Monthly Taxes**: $2,040 / mo - **Price per Sqft**: $465 - **Brokerage Fee**: Share Eligible ## The Private Brokerage Advantage As an independent luxury buyer representative, Régis shares 50% of the buyer-side commission he actually receives on your purchase. Eligible buyers receive that Buyer Commission Share directly at closing to offset closing costs, down payments, or renovations. The figures below are illustrative, based on a **3% buyer-broker commission**; your share follows the commission offered on the transaction. - **Contract Purchase Price**: $2,000,000 - **Illustrative Buyer Commission Share**: -$30,000* - **Illustrative Net Cost**: $1,970,000 *Illustrative Buyer Savings of $30,000 — 50% of a 3% buyer-broker commission, shared at closing.* [Request a private tour](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/contact) · [Estimate your Buyer Commission Share](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/calculators/buyer-closing-cost-calculator) ## Photos (10) ![531 West 149th Street, New York City, NY 10031 — photo 1 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/af5bfef7-a4be-4f47-96f8-70640710e112.jpg) ![531 West 149th Street, New York City, NY 10031 — photo 2 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/2fa9f81c-c529-4418-a198-8ca83bf27c95.jpg) ![531 West 149th Street, New York City, NY 10031 — photo 3 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/bf6c926e-85b4-4557-9ba8-a7512b19de87.jpg) ![531 West 149th Street, New York City, NY 10031 — photo 4 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/69fbbb2e-e86d-4e4a-9f19-707514062612.jpg) ![531 West 149th Street, New York City, NY 10031 — photo 5 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/198c90db-3805-46e6-b9d3-abc697c90af4.jpg) ![531 West 149th Street, New York City, NY 10031 — photo 6 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/a3f7f73f-8363-4506-9007-3d04fc909e8d.jpg) ![531 West 149th Street, New York City, NY 10031 — photo 7 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/8a09b55c-5f5f-4c05-96ae-c242e36383a8.jpg) ![531 West 149th Street, New York City, NY 10031 — photo 8 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/9e94c890-e355-4609-948a-0089bc973afd.jpg) ![531 West 149th Street, New York City, NY 10031 — photo 9 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/b4d33bc7-db87-48de-acbe-b001aa77bafd.jpg) ![531 West 149th Street, New York City, NY 10031 — photo 10 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/48e441aa-5449-4815-8aa6-65f569343872.jpg) ## Property Overview A House Beneath The Trees ... Certain streets encourage you to take your time. West 149th Street has long been one of those blocks. Whether heading east or west, it has always been worth the walk. Standing as naturally today as it has for generations, 531 West 149th Street is a beautiful example of Romanesque Revival design. Its rounded bay, carved brownstone detailing, elegant stoop, and wrought-iron gate offer only the first indication of the warmth and individuality waiting within. Long before arriving at the first residence, the house begins telling its story. Mosaic tile floors, rich wood paneling, wainscoting, transoms, and millwork introduce an earlier era, when craftsmanship found its place in everyday spaces. Above, the galvanized steel skylight fills the central stair hall with an ever-changing, sculptural interplay of light and shadow. Each residence is individual in its own way, yet unmistakably part of a greater whole. Throughout the house, fireplace ensembles remain among its finest details. Carved wood mantels with overmantel mirrors, richly patterned ceramic tile surrounds and hearths, and sculptural cast-iron fireboxes define the principal rooms. Elevated ceilings, moldings, trim, tall windows framed by their time-honored interior shutters, and north and south exposures further distinguish each floor. Kitchens have been thoughtfully refreshed through the years, their updates sitting comfortably alongside the house's original character. Each full-floor residence retains both front and rear entrances, a feature offering flexibility while recalling an earlier way of living. The south-facing rooms enjoy a wonderful relationship with the surrounding canopy. Depending upon the season, they seem to rest beneath the leaves, among them, or just above them, gently reminding you that nature still has a place in Manhattan. The third-floor rounded bay becomes one of the house's favorite places, its built-in window seat asking nothing of you except to stay a little longer. Above, the fourth-floor bath offers its own retreat beneath a skylight, a place to disappear for a while. And then there's the house itself. For more than a century, it has welcomed one chapter after another, gracefully and irresistibly, never needing to be anything other than itself. Its doors have opened to generations of residents. Now, a new kind of welcome awaits. There is still room for imagination here. Currently arranged as four free-market, full-floor residences, the house offers more than one way forward. It can continue much as it is, with four independent homes and the income they provide. Or perhaps the more interesting possibility lies somewhere in between. For an owner who wants more of the house for themselves, the existing floor-through arrangement lends itself naturally to combination. The Garden and Parlor floors could come together as an owner's duplex with the private garden, while the Third and Fourth floors remain independent residences above. At projected rents of approximately $3,300-$3,500 per month each, those homes could continue providing meaningful income. Another possibility is to divide the house into two substantial duplex residences-Garden and Parlor below, Third and Fourth above. Or take more of the house: Garden, Parlor and Third could become a three-level owner's residence, with the Fourth Floor remaining an independent full-floor home. For someone drawn to house living but not necessarily to giving over the entire building to a single residence, these possibilities offer an intriguing middle ground: more house for yourself, with income still working elsewhere. A legal reduction to three residences or fewer may also result in a different NYC property-tax classification and potentially meaningful tax savings. Any future tax treatment is property-specific and should be independently verified. Others may ultimately see the entire house as one home. The existing layout does not insist upon a single answer. It simply leaves the possibilities open. Carefully maintained, the property has benefited from ongoing improvements, including a recent roof replacement, reflecting the same thoughtful care found throughout. With approximately 3,500 square feet above grade, a 788-square-foot cellar, and 928 square feet of outdoor space, there is still more to consider. More than 1,600 square feet of additional FAR is believed to remain, offering further flexibility for those who may wish to thoughtfully expand in the future, subject to applicable zoning and approvals. Get to know the allure of Hamilton Heights. A century ago, and every bit as much today, there is something undeniably captivating about this part of Manhattan. Here in historic Sugar Hill, architecture, history, and a certain unmistakable magic have long made this corner of Manhattan a favorite. Riverside Park, Riverbank State Park, Columbia University, City College, restaurants, everyday essentials, and easy transportation are all close at hand, with convenient bridge, tunnel, train, bus, and highway access in and out of Manhattan. Whether the occasion calls for dressing up or not, the neighborhood offers plenty of reasons to stay close to home. Some houses impress the moment you arrive. Others reveal themselves a little at a time. 531 West 149th Street does both, leaving a lasting impression not because it asks for attention, but because it never tried to. ## Property Details - **Property Type**: Multi Family - **Beds**: 4 - **Baths**: 4 - **Rooms**: 12 - **Sqft**: 4,300 sqft - **Stories**: 4 - **Year Built**: 1899 - **Price per Sqft**: $465 - **Monthly Taxes**: $2,040 / mo - **Listed On**: Sep 29, 2026 - **Days on Market**: 19 Days ### Residence Features - In Unit - Private Outdoor Space Over 60 Sqft - High Ceilings - Smoke Free ## Estimated Monthly Payment **$12,153 / month**, assuming a 20% down payment ($400,000), a 6.5% interest rate and a 30-year term. The page's calculator lets a buyer change all three. - **Principal & Interest**: $10,113 - **Property Taxes**: $2,040 Estimates only. Actual payments may vary. Confirm terms with your lender. ## Sales and market data ### How this price compares - **This home**: $2,000,000 - **Median sold price**: $2,195,000 - **Difference**: -$195,000 (-8.9%) - **This home, $/ft²**: $465 - **Median $/ft²**: $504 - **Comparable sales**: 11 - **Sales from**: February 2022 – July 2026 - **Middle half of those sales**: $1,780,000 – $2,525,000 Based on house sales in Hamilton Heights. A house is not part of a building of comparable apartments, so this benchmark is drawn from house sales across Hamilton Heights. Apartment sales are excluded from it entirely. ### How these sales were negotiated - **Sale-to-list price**: 92.3% (6 sales) - **Sold below asking**: 100% (6 sales) - **Typical time to find a buyer**: 208 days (7 sales) - **Typical time to close**: 52 days (8 sales) Based on house sales in Hamilton Heights with the required listing and closing data. Sample sizes vary by metric. These are two separate periods measured on different clocks — time to find a buyer, and time from agreed deal to closing. They are medians of different sets of sales and do not add together into a single "days on market" figure. Sales data through July 2026. Sale prices are the consideration recorded with the City in ACRIS, and each sale is dated by the day the City recorded it. A closing date reported to the MLS typically falls one to two weeks earlier. Recorded sales describe what has already happened and are not an appraisal, a valuation, or an estimate of what this home will sell for. [See every recorded sale at 531 West 149TH Street](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/531-west-149th-street) ## Price and Property History for 531 West 149TH Street Review the recorded listing activity for 531 West 149TH Street, including asking-price changes and prior market dates. - **Latest price change**: Reduced by $200,000, or 9.1%, on September 1, 2026 - **Originally listed**: July 15, 2026 at $2,200,000 - **Current asking price**: $2,000,000 | Date | Price | Listing event | | --- | --- | --- | | September 1, 2026 | $2,000,000 | Asking price reduced by $200,000, or 9.1% | | July 15, 2026 | $2,200,000 | Listed for sale by Corcoran Group | ## Property Tax History Taxes at 531 West 149th Street were $24,570 in 2026. | Year | Tax Assessment | Land | Additions | Billable Value | Property Tax | Tax Rate | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2026 (FY 2026/27) | $211,050 | $143,550 | $67,500 | $196,560 | $24,570 | 12.5% (estimated) | | 2025 (FY 2025/26) | $263,700 | $143,550 | $120,150 | $196,560 | $24,570 | 12.5% (estimated) | | 2024 (FY 2024/25) | $258,300 | $143,550 | $114,750 | $190,469 | $23,809 | 12.5% | | 2023 (FY 2023/24) | $226,800 | $143,550 | $83,250 | $176,360 | $22,049 | 12.502% | | 2022 (FY 2022/23) | $189,000 | $143,550 | $45,450 | $163,296 | $20,032 | 12.267% | | 2021 (FY 2021/22) | $151,200 | $143,550 | $7,650 | $151,200 | $18,499 | 12.235% | | 2020 (FY 2020/21) | $176,850 | $143,550 | $33,300 | $176,850 | $21,694 | 12.267% | | 2019 (FY 2019/20) | $221,040 | $143,550 | $77,490 | $178,290 | $22,238 | 12.473% | | 2018 (FY 2018/19) | $165,084 | — | — | $165,084 | $20,820 | 12.612% | | 2017 (FY 2017/18) | $152,856 | — | — | $152,856 | $19,442 | 12.719% | | 2016 (FY 2016/17) | $141,534 | — | — | $141,534 | $18,247 | 12.892% | | 2015 (FY 2015/16) | $141,534 | — | — | $141,534 | $18,234 | 12.883% | | 2014 (FY 2014/15) | $137,147 | — | — | $137,147 | $17,630 | 12.855% | | 2013 (FY 2013/14) | $126,988 | — | — | $126,988 | $16,693 | 13.145% | | 2012 (FY 2012/13) | $117,582 | — | — | $117,582 | $15,498 | 13.181% | | 2011 (FY 2011/12) | $108,873 | — | — | $108,873 | $14,625 | 13.433% | | 2010 (FY 2010/11) | $108,873 | — | — | $108,873 | $14,538 | 13.353% | The City has not published the official FY2026/27 and FY2025/26 tax rates yet. We calculated the tax for those years using the prior year’s rate, so treat them as an estimate rather than a figure the City has adopted. Every rate without the Estimated marker is the published one. Tax Assessment is the assessed value on the City’s roll, and it is the figure other listing sites publish. It is not what the bill is calculated on. New York phases assessment changes in gradually for some tax classes, so the City bills the Billable Value shown beside it, less any exemption the owner holds. It usually trails the assessment, and it can sit above it for a few years after an assessment falls. Figures are the New York City Department of Finance assessment roll for tax lot 1020810118. Assessed and billable values are determined by the City for tax purposes and are not an appraisal or an estimate of market value. Tax classes and rates are set annually and can change. [How we source and calculate NYC property tax data](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/nyc-property-tax-data-methodology) ## About The Building ### 531 West 149th Street 531 West 149th Street, New York, NY 10031 A building in the neighborhood, currently featuring 1 active listing. - **Year Built**: 1899 - **Active Units**: 1 - **Floors**: 4 [View the building page](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/531-west-149th-street) ### Available Residences — For Sale (1) | Unit | Beds | Baths | Size | Price / Ft² | Price | Listing Office | Listed Date | Days on Market | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [N/A](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buy/newyorkcity/manhattan/10031/531-west-149th-street-ny-10031) | 4 | 4 | 4,300 sqft | $465 | $2,000,000 (-9.1%) | Corcoran Group | Sep 29, 2026 | 18 days | ## Hamilton Heights Overview of Hamilton Heights [Explore Hamilton Heights](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods/new-york-city/manhattan/hamilton-heights) · [All Neighborhoods](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods) ### Nearby Hamilton Heights - [Morningside Heights real estate for sale](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods/new-york-city/manhattan/morningside-heights) - [East Harlem real estate for sale](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods/new-york-city/manhattan/east-harlem) ## Related Links - [531 West 149TH Street — building page](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/531-west-149th-street) - [Hamilton Heights neighborhood guide](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods/new-york-city/manhattan/hamilton-heights) - [Estimate your Buyer Commission Share and closing costs](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/calculators/buyer-closing-cost-calculator) - [Contact Régis Roumila](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/contact) --- > RLS IDX Data display by Real Estate Rebate Team. 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