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303 East Houston Street

Manhattan, NY 10002BBL 1-00350-0055Map

Owner of record: Ocean Drive Holdings LLC

303 East Houston Street is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10002. It has 6 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is Ocean Drive Holdings LLC. HPD has recorded 39 housing violations here, most recently on May 21, 2026. 11 of the 39 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 1 rent-stabilized apartment here in 2019.

HPD violations
39
DOB violations
9
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
13

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 21, 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 2019
1
About 17% of the building's 6 apartments

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 · 39

  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of bicycle chained at stair lading to bulkhead at public hall stairs, 6th story

    May 21, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective 7th metal tread from bottom up at stair leading to the building front street at cellar

    May 21, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 5, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 16, 2023 · Apt 5

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 5, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 16, 2023 · Apt 5

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked. at boiler room

    Dec 16, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 5, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 10, 2023 · Apt 5

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 5, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 10, 2023 · Apt 5

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 5, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 10, 2023 · Apt 5

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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
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  • 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
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the cornice at north facade , 6th story

    Jul 6, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    And dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint all components at all balconies at all stories at north at 1st fire escape from east

    Jul 6, 2022

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    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

    Jul 6, 2022

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system missing at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 6, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarding material at the west wall at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 6, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the west wall and ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 6, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd.

    Jul 6, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected

    Jul 6, 2022

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Paint or post a sign indicating floors at all stories at public hall

    Jul 6, 2022

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 6, 2022 · Apt 2

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

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... in the entrance located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 6, 2022 · Apt 2

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

    Fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing metal tread at stairs 1st from bottom up at north at 1st fire escape from east

    Jul 6, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling.

    Jul 6, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at boiler room

    Feb 14, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 14, 2022 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective , in the entrance located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 14, 2022 · Apt 2

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

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate , in the 1st room from east located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 14, 2022 · Apt 2

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

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective metal cornice parapet wall at roof

    Nov 9, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd.

    Nov 9, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected

    Nov 9, 2021

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling.

    Nov 9, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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
  • 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
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following a minimum of 100 watts of incandescent light required. (light fixture present)

    Feb 28, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 100 watts. lights not on.

    Mar 11, 2004

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 9

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Mar 31, 1990

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Mar 31, 1990

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 2

  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit:(1)construction of wooden partition at basement rear (2)partition closing existing stairway to first story commercial.(3)bathroom lavatory, rear;wooden solfets thruout, air conditioning eq

    Jul 19, 1990

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. new nonrated door to tenant space from public stair constructed 4th sty, new wood studs and sheetrock partitions 4thfl deviding in to 3 rooms. remedy: stop all work, obtian a permit if

    May 18, 1990 · Penalty $285

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 27, 2023 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 15, 2023 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 13, 2023 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 8, 2023 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 8, 2023 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 4, 2023 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 21, 2023 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 17, 2022 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 30, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 13, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
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  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Nov 6, 2021 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 6, 2021 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Nov 6, 2021 · Apt 2

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Mixed residential and retail building (S5)
Year built
1910
Floors
6
Residential units
6
Building area
7,128 ft²
Lot area
1,260 ft²
Zoning
R8A
Community board
103
Council district
2
Block / lot
350 / 55
Assessed value
$2,482,650
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #143155, last renewed Nov 1, 2025.

Questions about 303 East Houston Street

Who owns 303 East Houston Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Ocean Drive Holdings LLC.

Does 303 East Houston Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 39 housing violations at this property.

Is 303 East Houston Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 1 rent-stabilized units here in 2019 (about 17% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 303 East Houston Street built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 303 East Houston Street?

It has 6 residential units and 7 units in total.

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