Would renters recommend 650 West 42 Street, Manhattan, NY 10036?

80% of tenants who reviewed 650 West 42 Street, Manhattan, NY 10036 would recommend living here.

How responsive is management at 650 West 42 Street, Manhattan, NY 10036?

92% of tenants who reviewed 650 West 42 Street, Manhattan, NY 10036 approve of the building's owner or management.

Does 650 West 42 Street, Manhattan, NY 10036 have any open violations?

This building has 2 open violations.

Who owns or manages 650 West 42 Street, Manhattan, NY 10036?

650 West 42 Street, Manhattan, NY 10036 is owned or managed by Norbel Watson Mcdonald.

When was 650 West 42 Street, Manhattan, NY 10036 built and how many units does it have?

Built in 1999, this building has 921 units and 40 floors.

Which neighborhood does 650 West 42 Street, Manhattan, NY 10036 fall under?

In the neighborhood Hell's Kitchen, New York.

River Place at 650 West 42 Street

Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan, NY 10036

921 units·40 floors·Built in 1999

4.4

24 reviews

Top rated building

This building is highly reviewed and rated 4+ stars by past and current renters.

Rent-stabilized apartments

This building has apartments that entitle you to a renewal and limited rent increases.

Good cause building

This building guarantees a renewal and capped rent increases, if you follow your lease terms.

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Rents and deposits

Renters received their security deposits back

Electronic rent payments

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Open violations

From past 10 years · Updated 23 hours ago

Average violations per unit in this building is better than the city average.

Building average0Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

0Class C

Renter Q&A

Does this building have furnished rentals?

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There are two furnished apartments that are available for short term leases. They tend to be booked quickly. https://riverplacenyc.com/bumblebee-apartments/

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How much does gym amenity cost?

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$65/ month per person

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River Place

Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan, NY 10036

921 units·40 floors·Built in 1999

4.4

24 reviews

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About 650 West 42 Street

River Place is a well-reviewed and well-maintained building. Tenants rate it 4.4/5 across 24 reviews, with 80% recommending it and 92% approving of the owner. It records 20 evictions, 2 open violations, and 1 litigation case. Data last updated October 30, 2026. This 40-floor, 921-unit building at 1 River Place in Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan was built in 1999 and is managed by Norbel Watson Mcdonald. This building has apartments that entitle you to a renewal and limited rent increases. It includes amenities such as a laundry room, gym, doorman, and elevator, and it is pet-friendly. The nearby 7 subway line provides access throughout Manhattan. Ratings, tenant reviews, and public open-data are available for this building on Openigloo.

Renter recommendations

Renters recommend this building

Renters approve of the building's owners

Review summary

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Recent tenant reviews of 650 West 42 Street highlight its appealing amenities, including spacious units, a gym, swimming pool, and responsive management. The building is noted for its cleanliness and efficient garbage management. However, many residents experience issues with noisy neighbors and rising rents each year. Concerns about the distance to public transportation and the costs associated with using certain amenities were also prominent. While management is generally praised, some reviews indicate a need for improved tenant screening and communication. Overall, the property attracts mixed feelings, balancing attractive features with community dynamics that some find challenging.

Reviews of 650 West 42 Street

Former tenant·8 months ago

Not bad but also not great for a "luxury" building

Pros

The views and the amenities.

Cons

One of the doormen stalked my roommate and I, one of my neighbors directly across the hall from me was an adult film director and would host loud "sex parties" leaving the whole floor smelling of stale beer and cigarettes with questionable guests coming and going. Super far from any subways, bus is right outside but it's unreliable and often either 10 minutes early or late.

Former tenant·8 months ago

Great Experience Overall

Pros

Great staff and great views, not a wonderful neighborhood

Cons

Increased rent every year

Immediately hazardous

Rodents, pest, mold, inadequate heat or hot water, defective building parts

0Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

0Class A

Non-hazardous

No peephole on a door, no street number on the building, unlawful keeping of animals

0Class I

Missing info

Missing or non-compliant with administrative information orders or filings

650 West 42 Street, Manhattan, NY 10036 has a doorman, an elevator, a laundry room and a gym.

Tenants rated noise levels above average at this building.

Tenants report that 650 West 42 Street, Manhattan, NY 10036 is pet friendly.

650 West 42 Street, Manhattan, NY 10036 is covered by good cause eviction protections.

Building owners and associates

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Silverstein Properties, Inc.
4.4(67)
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6 buildings
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Norbel Watson Mcdonald
4.4(24)
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1 building

Top rated

Silverstein Properties, Inc.

4.4(67)

6 buildings

Top rated

Norbel Watson Mcdonald

4.4(24)

1 building

River Place at 650 West 42 Street

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Not bad but also not great for a "luxury" building

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Great Experience Overall

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Available apartments at 650 West 42 Street

Building owners and associates

Silverstein Properties, Inc.

Norbel Watson Mcdonald

Silverstein Properties, Inc.

Norbel Watson Mcdonald