5 Eldridge Street
Manhattan, NY 10002BBL 1-00292-0029Map
Owner of record: Chinese Landlords Assn
5 Eldridge Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1900 in Manhattan, 10002. It has 9 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is Chinese Landlords Assn. HPD has recorded 22 housing violations here, most recently on February 16, 2026. 15 of the 22 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 8 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 22
- DOB violations
- 7
- ECB violations
- 13
- HPD complaints
- 24
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
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.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 22
- ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in private dwellings that is missing
Feb 16, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story
Feb 16, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door ar building exterior at boiler room
Feb 16, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water above 130 degrees in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 16, 2026 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 7, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Feb 16, 2026 · Apt 7
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a street number on the front of the dwelling plainly visible from the sidewalk.
Aug 3, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 2, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Install central heating system or, if lawfully feasible, individual space heaters, and file an application for approval before doing work gas space heater removed from window and electric base board heater not in operation, in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 4th story, apartment at south
Mar 18, 2004 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface on wood trim, doors, or windows - using exclusive interim controls, which include a surface dust test in accordance with statute. north door frame in the 2nd room from north located at apt 3, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Mar 18, 2004 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jan 15, 2003 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
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- BHazardous
Provide dwelling with a janitor or responsible person or janitorial service.
Jan 15, 2003
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jan 15, 2003 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 3, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jan 15, 2003 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Refit south window in the kitchen located at apt 3, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jan 15, 2003 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Discontinue use of illegal space and/or hot water heater and provide filed for & approved heater which obtains combustion air directly from outside the building or approved central system , in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at north
Dec 11, 2002 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector that is missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at north
Dec 11, 2002 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes unit heater in window in the 1st room from east located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at north
Dec 11, 2002 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of rodents rats in yard
Feb 2, 2001
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Section 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration building erected at rear west court yard
May 29, 1998
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls ceilings rear south apt 2 entire apt.
Jan 20, 1998
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Section 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration walls erected for bathroom enclosure 4 sty north apt 3 kitchen. , section '' ''
Jan 20, 1998 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Section 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration panelpartition erected at 4 sty north apt 3 front room. , section '' ''
Jan 20, 1998 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
DOB building violations · 7
- Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 10, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Nov 3, 1995
Dob violation - active - 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, 1994
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 4, 1990
Dob violation - dismissed - Plumbing none
P-plumbing none
Mar 22, 1989
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 13
- Class - 2
Observed one electric water heater installed in the apartment 2 bathroom without a permit, as per the department of buildings records, obtain all permits; correct all violating conditions. obtain all permits
Oct 8, 2026 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Sec. 103.1 misc outdoor sign violation of zr &/or bldg code: noted: having a sign attached to a 5 escape/exterior stair/required door/window. noted: front 2nd fl fire escape balcony approx 5,6 signs.
Jul 7, 2016 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/o a permit. work noted: metal sign approx 3'h x 8'w 15'high from curb level on the south end fire escape 2nd fl balcony wording 212-925-8888,( )etc. remedy: obtain all required permits.
Jul 7, 2016 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work contrary to that allowed under application# 100306722 & plans dated 1-19-99 in that partitions layout at 1st fl does not conform 1st fldoes not conform 1st fl subdivided into 2 storefronts,
May 22, 2006 · Penalty $250
Active - Non-hazardous
Having advertising signage w/a surface area more than 500 sq ft. remedy: remove illegal signage.
Apr 19, 2006
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Having advertising signage extending higher than 40 ft above curb level. remedy: remove illegal signage
Apr 19, 2006
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Having advertising signage on roof. remedy: remove illegal signage.
Apr 19, 2006
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Having advertising signage extending above the roof. remedy: remove illegal signage.
Apr 19, 2006
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Having installed signage w/o a permit. remedy: remove illegal work
Apr 19, 2006
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Having prohibited advertising signage in a c6-2 distr. remedy: remove illegal signage.
Apr 19, 2006
Resolve
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- Non-hazardous
Work w/o a permit. noted 3 shacks have been erected on the rear terrace of said premises 1) 7x4x3' garbage container. 2) 8x10x3' storage shed 3) 8x10x4' hot for pinball machines. all work completed: erected out
Jul 2, 2002 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit - all work complete. noted: 1) a 8" metal fuse pipe installed at 1st floor front north comm space kitchen stove. d.b.a. bakery wholesale penatrating thru 1st floor ceiling to 2nd floor
Feb 8, 2000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by building dept records.noted: 2ndfloor being occupied as employment exchange office and other offices remedy: discontinue illegal use or amend c/o
Sep 6, 1994
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 20, 2026 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 17, 2026 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 13, 2026 · Apt 7
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jan 26, 2026 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Sep 18, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jul 7, 2021 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 11, 2021 · Apt 3
Close - General
Mailbox
Dec 2, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 14, 2014 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat-plant
Sep 19, 2005 · Apt 6
Close
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- Heating
Heat related
Dec 20, 2004 · Apt 3
Close - General
Windows
Mar 16, 2004 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 24, 2004 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Feb 24, 2004 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Feb 24, 2004 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 17, 2004 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 20, 2004 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jan 19, 2004 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jan 19, 2004 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 18, 2004 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jan 16, 2004 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jan 12, 2004 · Apt 6
Close - Nonconst
Illegal
Aug 29, 2003 · Apt 1-A
Close - General
Fire-escape
Aug 29, 2003 · Apt 1-A
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C7)
- Year built
- 1900
- Floors
- 6
- Residential units
- 9
- Building area
- 8,370 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,926 ft²
- Zoning
- C6-1G
- Community board
- 103
- Council district
- 1
- Block / lot
- 292 / 29
- Assessed value
- $932,400
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #116005, last renewed Sep 24, 2025.
Questions about 5 Eldridge Street
Who owns 5 Eldridge Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Chinese Landlords Assn.
Does 5 Eldridge Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 22 housing violations at this property.
Is 5 Eldridge Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 8 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 89% of its 9 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 5 Eldridge Street built?
City records list 1900 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 5 Eldridge Street?
It has 9 residential units and 13 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.