$3,299,000
Updated 8 months ago
Off Market

438 West 162nd Street

Washington Heights, Manhattan | Amsterdam Ave & Jumel Terrace

10 Rooms6 Beds2.5 Baths3,972 Square FeetSingle Family

$3,299,000
floors / apts4 / 1
Lot Size19'5"x98'
Built Size20'x52'
ZoneR7-2
Building TypeTownhouse
RE Taxes$14,328
Price Per SF
$831

Listing Features

  • Original Details
  • WBFP
  • Oil Heat
  • Through The Wall

Outdoor space and views

  • Backyard
  • Garden [38'x19']
  • Porch
  • Terrace
  • North Exposure
  • South Exposure

Building Amenities

  • Voice Intercom
  • Garden
  • Playground

Property Description for 438 West 162nd Street

Located on one of the most charming, architecturally beautiful blocks in the coveted Jumel Terrace Historic District, 438 West 162nd Street presents a fusion of a modern renovation and original period details creating a space for beautiful living. Measuring 19.5 feet wide encompassing over 4,000 square feet of space plus an 1000sqft private south facing garden, large enough to fit a pool. This bayed limestone was originally Designed by Henry Fouchaux and built in 1896, displays both Romanesque Revival and Classical. Renovated to include two brand new gorgeous Leicht European kitchens with a decadent concrete counter and all updated bathrooms stylized with elegant marble. The original details include six original tiled fireplaces, ornate hand carved woodwork, mahogany pocket doors, original Cherry wood staircases, shutters, wainscoting and breathtaking woodwork banisters, three grand skylights on the top floor filtering light inside and soaring ceiling heights of 12 ft with decorated ceilings with a beautiful frieze. This home is flooded with natural light throughout the day and is surrounded by lush green everywhere on a wide block. You can live here in serenity and still be in the heart of NYC! There are 6 bedrooms and three full bathrooms in this home spanning four large floors. The house is plentiful in space and living the life of a New Yorker while being able to have a true home. While the house is primarily configured for a one unit layout, the second kitchen on the fourth floor provides the opportunity to consider other lifestyle options. In addition, it can be configured as a triplex home with the garden level for rental income. There are a great many ways, all configured for a home environment with investment opportunities.

The area: West 162nd Street is one of the widest blocks in Manhattan and is a double-sided tree-lined Townhouse block. The C train is located right on the corner and takes you to midtown in 18 minutes. The A train is a few blocks away and can take you to midtown in half the time. The accessibility to trains in fantastic. Also, the accessibility to the Morris Jumel gardens, the high bridge parks, running paths and the community gardens create a serene life amongst the NYC go. The bicycle baths are plenty! The Historic District abuts a playground and walking trail along the Harlem River up to 178th street and a dog park at the corner of Edgecombe Avenue & West 155th Street. Washington Heights is an emerging neighborhood with easy access to the 163rd street subway station, 3 grocery stores, Columbia-Presbyterian Hospital, a host of neighborhood restaurants and bars, 20 minute drive to Greenwich, CT and a 7 minute drive to Fort Lee, NJ. Property Taxes are extremely low ($14,331/yr)

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Listing History for 438 West 162nd Street

Now
12/28/2025
POM by Sarah Pedersen
Brown Harris Stevens
10/15/2025
$3,299,000 [-$26,000] [0.8%]
Price Drop by Sarah Pedersen
Brown Harris Stevens

Building Details for 438 West 162nd Street

OwnershipSingle Family
Building TypeTownhouse
Service LevelVoice Intercom
AgePre-War
AccessWalk-up
Year Built1896
Floors/Apts4/1
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Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

163 St-Amsterdam Av
0.06 miles
157 St
0.31 miles
155 St
0.35 miles
155 St
0.36 miles
168 St-Washington Hts
0.37 miles

Railroad

Highbridge YardMetro-North Railroad
0.4 miles

Citi Bike

Amsterdam Ave & W 162 St
0.07 miles
W 160 St & St Nicholas Ave
0.07 miles

Contact Agent

Contact Agent

Sarah Pedersen
Brown Harris Stevens

Washington Heights | Manhattan

Quick Profile

Washington Heights, a hilly neighborhood on Manhattan’s northern tip known for its affordable apartments, preserved pre-war buildings, and Dominican food. Some would argue that it's a hidden gem and one of Manhattan's last neighborhoods that has retained its culture. The large swath of land is bordered by Inwood to the north along Dyckman Street, by Harlem to the South along 155th Street, by the Harlem River to the east, and the Hudson River to the West. It is the highest natural point on the Island of Manhattan. 

Despite its high residential density, Washington Heights and Inwood have not seen modern housing construction in more than a decade other than relatively small housing units. Midtown Manhattan, Battery Park, TriBeCa, Chelsea, and Hell’s Kitchen, on the other hand, have seen an increase in building. Most of the high rise construction belongs to hospitals such as New York Presbyterian, Columbia University Medical Center, and educational institutions like Yeshiva University and Boricua College. 

Washington Heights has access to amazing green spaces like The Cloisters, Fort Washington Park, Highbridge Park and Fort Tryon Park. There is no shortage of historical landmarks either. Remember General George Washington set up his camp in Washington Heights during the Revolutionary War. He used the elevated neighborhood to his tactical advantage to spot the Redcoats. As history would have it, his plan didn’t work out so well and the British occupied New York for seven years.  

All information furnished regarding property for sale, rental or financing is from sources deemed reliable, but no warranty or representation is made as to the accuracy thereof and same is submitted subject to errors, omissions, change of price, rental or other conditions, prior sale, lease or financing or withdrawal without notice. All dimensions are approximate. For exact dimensions, you must hire your own architect or engineer.
OLR ID: 29242TH