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173 Hester Street

Manhattan, NY 10013BBL 1-00238-0040Map

Owner of record: Mj Group Holdings LLC

173 Hester Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10013. It has 30 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is Mj Group Holdings LLC. HPD has recorded 37 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 17 of the 37 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 28 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
37
DOB violations
15
ECB violations
8
HPD complaints
21

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Apr 29, 2026

Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.

Good
No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
28
About 93% of the building's 30 apartments
Down from 33 in 2018

Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 37

  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 29, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Jun 4, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 1, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 15, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 15, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 2, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Feb 15, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Feb 15, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 1, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Apr 1, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Oct 25, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Oct 9, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Oct 25, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed wiring 6th sty southwest apt 38 northwest room. , section '' ''

    Mar 25, 1985 · Apt 38

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls ceilings and woodwork 5th sty northwest apt 27 throughout. located at apt 27

    Mar 25, 1985 · Apt 27

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 4th sty southeast apt 24. located at apt 24

    Mar 25, 1985 · Apt 24

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 4th sty northwest apt 19. located at apt 19

    Mar 25, 1985 · Apt 19

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 4 sty front south apt 22. , section '' ''

    Mar 25, 1985 · Apt 22

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 3rd sty southeast apt 16. located at apt 16

    Mar 25, 1985 · Apt 16

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective radiator valves 3 sty apt 14 all rooms. , section '' ''

    Aug 29, 1984 · Apt 14

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color clgs 5 sty south apt 31 thru out. , section '' ''

    Mar 14, 1984 · Apt 31

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceilings and walls 5 sty south apt 31 north east room. , section '' ''

    Mar 14, 1984 · Apt 31

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls & ceiling 5th sty south apt 31 entire. , section '' ''

    Mar 14, 1984 · Apt 31

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls 5th sty south apt 31 throughout. , section '' ''

    Mar 14, 1984 · Apt 31

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective bottom rail of window in north east room 5th sty south apt 31. , section '' ''

    Mar 14, 1984 · Apt 31

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance door boiler room.

    Oct 4, 1983

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective north brick wall east court.

    Oct 4, 1983

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling 3 sty front north apt 12 northwest room. located at apt 12

    Oct 4, 1983 · Apt 12

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east wall 5 sty north apt 27 kitchen. located at apt 27

    Oct 4, 1983 · Apt 27

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 5 sty north apt 27 northeast room. located at apt 27

    Oct 4, 1983 · Apt 27

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective cly boiler room cellar.

    Oct 4, 1983

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceiling cellar at east.

    Oct 4, 1983

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color clg 3 sty northwest apt 12 bathroom. , section '' ''

    Jul 7, 1983 · Apt 12

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective sash chains 3rd sty northwest apt 12 bathroom. , section '' ''

    Jul 7, 1983 · Apt 12

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls & clg 4 sty northwest apt 20 bathroom. , section '' ''

    Feb 27, 1979 · Apt 20

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • C

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color clg & wall 4 sty northwest apt 20 bathroom. , section '' ''

    Dec 20, 1978 · Apt 20

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color clg 4 sty northwest apt 20 kitchen. , section '' ''

    Dec 20, 1978 · Apt 20

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation

DOB building violations · 15

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 18, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 18, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 18, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 17, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Zoning none

    Z-zoning none

    Apr 14, 2000

    Dob violation - active
  • Zoning none

    Z-zoning none

    Apr 14, 2000

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Mar 1, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Mar 1, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Electric signs none

    Es-electric signs none

    Apr 23, 1990

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 8

  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection at mixed use building, observed several a/c units in windows without brackets, repair and/or replace; install bracketsto support a/c units

    Sep 12, 2024 · Penalty $3,125

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o a permit. noted:at 1st fl rear observed a steel porch erecteda rear w/ step leading to basement level rear yard. approx 10'x8' and 100% complete. all work done w/o a permit. remedy: obtain all permit

    Aug 20, 2018 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Special little italy distrist.noted:haveing removed or altered storefront contrary to zoning resolution.altered store front.remedy:conform to zoning.

    Feb 23, 2000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Special little italy district.noted:having removed or altered storefront contrary to zoning resolution.having store front altered & replaced with sliding steel & glass windows & recessed steel glass door approx

    Feb 23, 2000 · Penalty $480

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o a permit.(100% of work completed)noted:store front removed.location:ground floor level facade.remedy:obtain a permit if feasible.

    Feb 22, 2000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by bldg. dept. records.noted:wooden slaes stalls set up on public sidewalks.location:ground floor level in front of bldg. & on sidewalk.remedy:discontinue illegal use immediat

    Feb 22, 2000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o a permit.(100% of work completed)noted:store front removed & replaces with glass doors & windows & steel roll down gates.location:gound floor level facade.remedy:obtain a permit if feasible.

    Feb 22, 2000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain location basement and sidewalk vault defect are steel girder rusted in front from stores and defective beams remedy obtain permit and make all necessary repair

    May 17, 1991 · Penalty $230

    Active

Complaints

  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Feb 15, 2022 · Apt 24

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Feb 15, 2022 · Apt 24

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Feb 15, 2022 · Apt 24

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 14, 2007 · Apt 15

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 6, 2007 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 4, 2007 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 30, 2007 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 24, 2007 · Apt 27

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 4, 2006 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Oct 23, 2006 · Apt 15

    Close
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  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 16, 2006 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 14, 2006 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 21, 2006 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 15, 2006 · Apt 8

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    May 31, 2005 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    May 31, 2005 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    May 31, 2005 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke-fumes

    Apr 8, 2005 · Apt FIRE

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke-fumes

    Mar 9, 2005 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke-fumes

    Mar 8, 2005 · Apt FIRE

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke-fumes

    Mar 8, 2005 · Apt BLDG

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C7)
Year built
1910
Floors
6
Residential units
30
Building area
21,196 ft²
Lot area
4,467 ft²
Zoning
C6-2G
Community board
102
Council district
1
Block / lot
238 / 40
Assessed value
$2,254,500
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #114576, last renewed Jul 9, 2025.

Questions about 173 Hester Street

Who owns 173 Hester Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Mj Group Holdings LLC.

Does 173 Hester Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 37 housing violations at this property.

Is 173 Hester Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 28 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 93% of its 30 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 173 Hester Street built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 173 Hester Street?

It has 30 residential units and 35 units in total.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.