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259 Elizabeth Street

Manhattan, NY 10012BBL 1-00508-7501Map

Owner of record: Empire Condominium

259 Elizabeth Street is a condominium built in 1987 in Manhattan, 10012. It has 26 residential units across 7 floors. The owner of record is Empire Condominium. HPD has recorded 30 housing violations here, most recently on October 28, 2025. 10 of the 30 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
30
DOB violations
16
ECB violations
16
HPD complaints
82

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Oct 28, 2025

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

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 30

  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations defective in the entire apartment located at apt 7b, 7th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 28, 2025 · Apt 7B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water above 130 degrees in the entire apartment located at apt 7b, 7th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 28, 2025 · Apt 7B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 7b, 7th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 28, 2025 · Apt 7B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the cardboard boxes and garbage bags at trash storage area at cellar

    Sep 30, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges hopper door compactor closet at basement

    Sep 30, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at laundry room door

    Sep 30, 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.

    Apr 1, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 31, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper. at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 31, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Oct 31, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • 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. at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 31, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box - missing at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 31, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 6a, 6th story, apartment at east

    Apr 6, 2016 · Apt 6A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 6a, 6th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 6, 2016 · Apt 6A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Apr 1, 2016

    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 agency?s housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 1, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Mar 22, 2016 · Apt 3D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 5a, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Mar 22, 2016 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Mar 22, 2016

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Mar 1, 2016 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 1, 2016 · Apt 2D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at shower mixer in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 28, 2015 · Apt 3D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 28, 2015 · Apt 3D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 1, 2015

    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 2, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Section 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor , at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 13, 2014

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Section 300, 301, 302, m/d law file plans and obtain a certificate of occupancy to legalize the following alteration or restore premises to prior legal condition the doctor's office used as class a apt. located at sub-cellar-apt prosa, 2nd sub-cellar-apt from north at east

    Apr 7, 2011 · Apt PROSA

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Section 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor missing at 1 sty public hall

    Mar 30, 1998

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of concealed water leak east wall southeast room 3 sty northeast apt 3d er1 , section '' ''

    Feb 26, 1998 · Apt 3D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of concealed water leak east wall northeast room 3 sty northeast apt 3d er1 , section '' ''

    Feb 26, 1998 · Apt 3D

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 16

  • Hazardous condition (facade) facade required

    Cycle 9b unsafe report filed

    Jan 21, 2025

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required

    Failed to file fisp cycle 9b technical report by 2/21/2023

    Feb 22, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 12, 2020

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 21, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 24, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 30, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required

    Failed to file fisp cycle 7b technical report by 08/21/2012

    Aug 30, 2013

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 25, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 7, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 26, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 28, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Facade facade optional

    Ll1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional

    Nov 30, 2007

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 21, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 4, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 1, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p35059

    Sep 28, 2000

    Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 16

  • Class - 2

    Observed at exp1 erected/installed non/illuminated 3 advertising/business signs reads (1) "blueme smell the zen" w/protruding sign & a-frame (2) "res ispa" w/protruding sign & a-frame "(3) "empire condo w/lette

    Dec 30, 2025 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Observed two gas-fired dryers installed in basement, without sprinkler system as per 903.2.11.13 bc laundry drying areas. an automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in spaces in which two or more clothes

    Aug 13, 2025 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Observed newly installed 5 feet of black steel piping and fittings connected to two gas-fired dryers, with no permits filed with department of buildings. as per pc 106.2 any owner who intends to construct, add

    Aug 13, 2025 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Observed prohibited accordion style flex pipe without smooth interior connected to two gas-fired dryers. as per mc 504.8.1 exhaust ducts shall have a smooth interior finish and shall be constructed of metal a m

    Aug 13, 2025 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building's exterior walls and/or appurtenances.-attime of inspection observed a cracked window on the 7th floor of exposure 2(south elevation).-above observed condition is not mentioned in q

    Feb 4, 2025 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to submit an acceptable required cycle 9b report of critical examination documenting condition of exterior wall and appurtenances required by 28-302.4 for control #900952. remedy: submit acceptable requ

    Apr 11, 2024 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Cease use 42x10, 02b10, 14m07, 25m07. cease use item (42-x) repair door position monitoring system not working on both doors. contact nyc dob for cease use re-inspection (02-b) repair in car phone,(14-07)provid

    Jun 25, 2019 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    3307.6.5.7 failure to provide installation inspection report for sws. at the time of inspection i requested the installation report for the sidewalk shed at premises and none could be provided or the approved

    Apr 15, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to notify department prior to installation or removal of suspended scaffold at time of inspection of 8 story bldg under going facade repairs observed suspended scaffold at exposure 1. no record

    Apr 15, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Pedestrian protection does not meet code compliant specifications.at the time of inspection observed sws at premises for facade work with use of suspended scaffold where sidewalk shed did not extend beyond

    Apr 15, 2019 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
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  • Class - 2

    Failure to submit a required cycle 8b report of critical examination documenting condition of exterior wall and appurtenances required by 28-302.4 for control# 800952. remedy: submit required technical report.

    Oct 15, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the cofo or bldg dept records "i-cords"illegal use or converted a office @ cellar into a class"a"apt.rem:discontnue illegal use or amend cofo

    Apr 7, 2011 · Penalty $1,200

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to submit an acceptable sixth round technical report in compliance w/code provisions:periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by article 28.302 & the dept of bldg rules & regula

    Nov 28, 2008

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to c of o 91824 issued march 10,1988 conditions observed 4 class a apts in cellar of bldg observed occupant in unit c @ time of inspection. c of o calls for doctors office additional rooms

    Aug 29, 2007 · Penalty $800

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    36w,08i,57o,07x,55i,14b, 55 fasten and guards light in pit 74 service

    Dec 29, 1997

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. noted: extension built on rooftop approve size 20'-0" & 14'-0" & 10'-0" high duplex to penthouse # a below with 2 rooms & a new bathroom made of wood frame & stucco exterior location: pen

    Nov 5, 1997

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 16, 2025 · Apt 7B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 25, 2025 · Apt 7B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 22, 2024 · Apt BASMPD

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Aug 29, 2023 · Apt BASEME

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 29, 2023 · Apt BASEME

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 29, 2023 · Apt BASEME

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 29, 2023 · Apt BASEME

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Aug 29, 2023 · Apt BASEME

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Aug 29, 2023 · Apt BASEME

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 29, 2023 · Apt BASEME

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jul 12, 2022 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 30, 2021 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 11, 2021 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 10, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 30, 2020 · Apt 6C

    Close
  • Elevator

    Maintenance

    Jul 2, 2020 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Elevator

    Maintenance

    Jul 2, 2020 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Apr 28, 2020 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 29, 2019 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 22, 2017 · Apt 7A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 30, 2017 · Apt PHA

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 6, 2017 · Apt 7A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 5, 2017 · Apt 7A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 3, 2017 · Apt 7A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 13, 2016 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 4, 2016 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 4, 2016 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 4, 2016 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 25, 2016 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Mar 19, 2016 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 19, 2016 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 19, 2016 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 19, 2016 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 29, 2016 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 28, 2016 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 15, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 15, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 15, 2016 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 7, 2016 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 7, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 5, 2016 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 19, 2015 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Oct 19, 2015 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 22, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 19, 2014 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Mar 23, 2011 · Apt PROSA

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Mar 23, 2011 · Apt PROSA

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Mar 23, 2011 · Apt PROSA

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 26, 2011 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 23, 2009 · Apt PHB

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Condominium (RM)
Year built
1987
Floors
7
Residential units
26
Building area
18,030 ft²
Lot area
4,172 ft²
Zoning
C6-2
Community board
102
Council district
1
Block / lot
508 / 7501
Assessed value
$3,367,803
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #140591, last renewed Oct 1, 2025.

Questions about 259 Elizabeth Street

Who owns 259 Elizabeth Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Empire Condominium.

Does 259 Elizabeth Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 30 housing violations at this property.

Is 259 Elizabeth Street rent stabilized?

No rent-stabilized units appear in its 2018–2024 tax bills. Individual apartments can still be regulated, so request the rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal if unsure.

When was 259 Elizabeth Street built?

City records list 1987 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 259 Elizabeth Street?

It has 26 residential units and 32 units in total.

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