--- title: "438 West 162nd Street, New York City, NY 10032" description: "438 West 162nd Street, New York City, NY 10032 — Townhouse in Washington Heights, Manhattan, NY. Listing Price $2,499,000. 6 bed, 4 bath, 3,972 sqft Illustrative Buyer Commission Share of $37,485 at closing, based on a 3% buyer-broker commission." url: "https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buy/newyorkcity/manhattan/10032/438-west-162nd-street-ny-10032" source: "Real Estate Rebate Team" dateModified: "2026-09-17T14:58:34.211Z" status: "Active" --- # 438 West 162nd Street, New York City, NY 10032 Townhouse in Washington Heights, Manhattan, NY Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC Last updated: September 17, 2026, 10:58 AM ## At a Glance - **Listing Price**: $2,499,000 - **Beds**: 6 - **Total Baths**: 4 - **Sqft**: 3,972 - **Monthly Taxes**: $1,202 / mo - **Price per Sqft**: $629 - **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**: $2,499,000 - **Illustrative Buyer Commission Share**: -$37,485* - **Illustrative Net Cost**: $2,461,515 *Illustrative Buyer Savings of $37,485 — 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) ## Property Overview Located on one of the most charming and architecturally distinctive blocks in the coveted Jumel Terrace Historic District, 438 West 162nd Street is a remarkable 19.5-foot-wide limestone townhouse offering approximately 4,000 square feet of interior space, plus an approximately 850-square-foot private south-facing garden. Designed by architect Henry Fouchaux and built in 1896, this handsome bayed limestone residence blends Romanesque Revival and Classical architectural elements with a thoughtful modern renovation. The home retains an extraordinary collection of original period details, including six tiled fireplaces, ornate hand-carved woodwork, mahogany pocket doors, original cherry wood staircases, shutters, wainscoting, decorative ceilings and friezes, and beautifully detailed wood banisters. Modern updates complement the historic interiors, including two beautifully designed Leicht European kitchens with concrete countertops and updated bathrooms finished with elegant marble. Three grand skylights on the top floor bring additional light into the home, while soaring ceilings reaching approximately 12 feet and generous proportions create an impressive sense of scale throughout. Spanning four substantial floors, the property offers six bedrooms and three full bathrooms. It is currently configured as two separate residences, with a private garden-level apartment and an expansive upper residence occupying the remaining floors. This layout provides tremendous flexibility for an owner seeking substantial living space together with a separate apartment for extended family, guests or potential rental income. The existing Certificate of Occupancy reflects SRO use. The owner is currently in the process of amending the Certificate of Occupancy to two unit use. The approximately 850-square-foot south-facing garden provides a rare private retreat with ample room for dining, entertaining, gardening and outdoor living. West 162nd Street is an exceptionally wide, double-sided, tree-lined townhouse block surrounded by historic architecture and greenery. The Jumel Terrace Historic District, Morris-Jumel Mansion and gardens, Highbridge Park, neighborhood community gardens, playgrounds, running and walking paths, and the Harlem River waterfront are all nearby. Transportation is exceptionally convenient, with the C train at 163rd Street and the A train just a few blocks away, providing quick access throughout Manhattan. Columbia University Irving Medical Center, neighborhood restaurants, shops and grocery stores are also within easy reach. A rare opportunity to own a substantial historic Manhattan townhouse combining architectural character, modern updates, private outdoor space and exceptional flexibility for the future. Annual real estate taxes: approximately $14,331 ## Property Details - **Property Type**: Single Family Residence - **Beds**: 6 - **Total Baths**: 4 - **Rooms**: 10 - **Sqft**: 3,972 sqft - **Stories**: 3 - **Year Built**: 1899 - **Price per Sqft**: $629 - **Monthly Taxes**: $1,202 / mo - **Listed On**: Sep 17, 2026 - **Days on Market**: 1 Days ### Residence Features - In Unit - Garden - Private Outdoor Space Over 60 Sqft - High Ceilings - Smoke Free ## Estimated Monthly Payment **$13,838 / month**, assuming a 20% down payment ($499,800), a 6.5% interest rate and a 30-year term. The page's calculator lets a buyer change all three. - **Principal & Interest**: $12,636 - **Property Taxes**: $1,202 Estimates only. Actual payments may vary. Confirm terms with your lender. ## Property Tax History Taxes at 438 West 162nd Street were $15,191 in 2026, up 6.0% from 2025. | Year | Tax Assessment | Land | Additions | Billable Value | Property Tax | Tax Rate | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2026 (FY 2026/27) | $108,900 | $33,840 | $75,060 | $77,052 | $15,191 | 20.085% (estimated) | | 2025 (FY 2025/26) | $116,160 | $33,840 | $82,320 | $72,691 | $14,331 | 20.085% (estimated) | | 2024 (FY 2024/25) | $121,200 | $33,840 | $87,360 | $68,576 | $13,492 | 20.085% | | 2023 (FY 2023/24) | $142,080 | $33,840 | $108,240 | $64,696 | $12,713 | 20.085% | | 2022 (FY 2022/23) | $150,660 | $33,840 | $116,820 | $64,696 | $12,843 | 20.309% | | 2021 (FY 2021/22) | $146,460 | $33,840 | $112,620 | $64,210 | $12,531 | 19.963% | | 2020 (FY 2020/21) | $151,140 | $33,840 | $117,300 | $60,576 | $12,451 | 21.045% | | 2019 (FY 2019/20) | $123,360 | $33,840 | $89,520 | $57,147 | $11,800 | 21.167% | | 2018 (FY 2018/19) | $53,913 | — | — | $53,913 | $11,278 | 20.919% | | 2017 (FY 2017/18) | $53,913 | — | — | $53,913 | $10,990 | 20.385% | | 2016 (FY 2016/17) | $53,508 | — | — | $53,508 | $10,697 | 19.991% | | 2015 (FY 2015/16) | $50,480 | — | — | $50,480 | $9,871 | 19.554% | | 2014 (FY 2014/15) | $47,623 | — | — | $47,623 | $9,123 | 19.157% | | 2013 (FY 2013/14) | $44,928 | — | — | $44,928 | $8,622 | 19.191% | | 2012 (FY 2012/13) | $44,928 | — | — | $44,928 | $8,343 | 18.569% | | 2011 (FY 2011/12) | $44,590 | — | — | $44,590 | $8,118 | 18.205% | | 2010 (FY 2010/11) | $42,067 | — | — | $42,067 | $7,305 | 17.364% | 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 1021090094. 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 ### 438 West 162nd Street Washington Heights · Townhouse 438 West 162nd Street, New York, NY 10032 A Townhouse in Washington Heights built in 1899. - **Year Built**: 1899 - **Active Units**: 1 - **Floors**: 3 [View the building page](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/438-west-162nd-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/10032/438-west-162nd-street-ny-10032) | 6 | 4 | 3,972 sqft | $629 | $2,499,000 | Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC | Sep 17, 2026 | 1 days | ## Washington Heights Overview of Washington Heights [Explore Washington Heights](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods/new-york-city/manhattan/washington-heights) · [All Neighborhoods](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods) ## Related Links - [438 West 162ND Street — building page](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/438-west-162nd-street) - [Washington Heights neighborhood guide](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods/new-york-city/manhattan/washington-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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