153 Essex Street
Manhattan, NY 10002BBL 1-00411-7504Map
Owner of record: Unavailable Owner
153 Essex Street is a condominium built in 1920 in Manhattan, 10002. It has 17 residential units across 7 floors. The owner of record is Unavailable Owner. HPD has recorded 24 housing violations here, most recently on April 1, 2024. City tax records listed 17 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 24
- DOB violations
- 13
- ECB violations
- 12
- HPD complaints
- 12
What to know
No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.
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 · 24
- ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - 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 15, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - 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.
Apr 1, 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.
Oct 9, 2018
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.
Nov 6, 2017
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.
Oct 25, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
The premises have been vacated by an order of this department and cannot be reoccupied except for caretaker until a new certificate of occupancy has been obtained.
Oct 31, 2003 · Apt BLDG.
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage throughout entire building
Oct 20, 2003 · Apt BLD
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 4a, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 23, 2002 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective counter-balance at lower window sash in the 2nd room from north located at apt 4a, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 23, 2002 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 1 sty north apt 1b. , section '' ''
May 10, 1989 · Apt 1B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective window glass upper sash 4 sty southwest apt 3b bathroom. , section '' ''
Nov 22, 1988 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 4 sty southwest apt 3b ortiz. , section '' ''
Nov 22, 1988 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 3 sty southwest apt 2b garcia. , section '' ''
Oct 28, 1988 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of household items 5 sty stairs public hall.
May 29, 1986
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes rear stacks all stys.
May 29, 1986
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes front stacks all stys.
May 29, 1986
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors bulkhead public hall.
May 29, 1986
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of electric extension wire from 4th sty public hall light fixture to 4th sty rear south apt 3b. , section '' ''
Jan 15, 1985 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-16.01 adm code repair the leaky and/or defective faucets 4th sty rear south apt 3b kitchen and bathroom. , section '' ''
Jan 15, 1985 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective window glass top and bottom sashes 4 sty rear south apt 3b north and south rooms. , section '' ''
Jan 15, 1985 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 13
- Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Aug 2, 2024
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
May 2, 2024
Dob violation - dismissed - No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required
Failed to file fisp cycle 9c technical report by 2/21/2024
Feb 22, 2024
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Aug 2, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
May 2, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
May 2, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 20, 2018
Dob violation - resolved - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Feb 21, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst
Nov 14, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 12, 2016
Dob violation - resolved
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- Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 7, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 18, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 5, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
ECB violations · 12
- Class - 2
Calss 2 items: excessive clearance observed on the return side of car door. the measured gap exceeds the maximum allowable limit. proper door alignment and clearances shall be restored to ensure safe operation,
Aug 4, 2026
Resolve - Class - 1
An unlawful act. failure to comply w/the comm's order. failure to correct & certify summons#3527439 issued on 11-30-17 for not giving occupants/tenants acces to his other current devices under your control.
Feb 6, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Unapproved, unsafe, unsuitable electrical equipment, apparatus, materials, devices, appliances or wiring in use. basement office and first floor: flexible cords used as eminent wiring, no outlet boxes used for
Nov 30, 2017 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy or building department record. noted: as per c of o #104550585f indicates commercial storages & mechanical room, however, at time of inspection
Nov 30, 2017 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Class - 1
#240.24(b) each occupant shall have ready access to all over current devices protecting the conductors supplying that occupancy. ground flor store front: power supply for the commercial store is not readily acc
Nov 30, 2017 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 2
Work without a permit. noted: in commercial space, on cellar level observed shower head was installed to convert half-bathroom to full bathroom, work was included water/drain pipes were installed. 100% of work
Nov 30, 2017 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Altered / changed bldg occupied w/o 1st obtaining valid c of o noted: person observed occupying bldg while alt# 1 permit 104550585 has not been "signed off" remedy: obtain valid c of o
Aug 12, 2010 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 1
Unlawfully condinued work while on notice or a stop work order noted:stop work order.noted:stop work order#3807 issued 10/26/09 & work completed equipment was removed w/o rescind of existing swo#3807 due to his
Jan 16, 2010 · Penalty $24,000
Resolve - Class - 1
No protection of ropes/cables around sharp bends, corners. noted rope life lines not protected around concrete parapet wall at time of insp ection. do not remove equipment/stop all work on suspended scaffold
Oct 26, 2009 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 1
Work contrary to approved construction documents or approved amendments. noted: shed at exp 1 under pmt #120277557 is not heavy duty it has 6" girders that are light to medium duty. there is approx 58' to 60'
Sep 17, 2009 · Penalty $25,000
Resolve
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- Class - 2
Sidewalk shed does not meet bldg code specifications. noted: shed at exp 1 is missing structural horizontal bracing that protects against displacement and there is no pmt or expiration date on sign. agg-2
Sep 17, 2009 · Penalty $10,000
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain building noted due to settling of building the apt entrance door frame in apt 2a has shifted causing jamming and extreme difficulty to open there creating a hazardous condition to occupant
May 31, 2002 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 12, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jan 26, 2026 · Apt 6C
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 26, 2026 · Apt 6C
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 25, 2026 · Apt 5A
Close - General
Windows
Dec 31, 2004 · Apt 1D
Close - General
Doors
Dec 31, 2004 · Apt 3B
Close - General
Doors
Dec 31, 2004 · Apt 4B
Close - General
Windows
Dec 31, 2004 · Apt 4A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 30, 2004 · Apt 3D
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 30, 2004 · Apt 2B
Close
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- General
Floor
Dec 30, 2004 · Apt 1D
Close - Nonconst
Smoke-fumes
Oct 20, 2003 · Apt BLD
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Condominium (RM)
- Year built
- 1920
- Floors
- 7
- Residential units
- 17
- Building area
- 20,515 ft²
- Lot area
- 3,258 ft²
- Zoning
- C4-4A
- Community board
- 103
- Council district
- 1
- Block / lot
- 411 / 7504
- Assessed value
- $3,222,900
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #101312, last renewed Jul 10, 2025.
Questions about 153 Essex Street
Who owns 153 Essex Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Unavailable Owner.
Does 153 Essex Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 24 housing violations at this property.
Is 153 Essex Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 17 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 17 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 153 Essex Street built?
City records list 1920 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 153 Essex Street?
It has 17 residential units and 20 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.