253 West 15 Street
Manhattan, NY 10011BBL 1-00765-0009Map
Owner of record: Derby Curtain 153, LLC
253 West 15 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1901 in Manhattan, 10011. It has 20 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Derby Curtain 153, LLC. HPD has recorded 43 housing violations here, most recently on April 1, 2024. 6 of the 43 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 7 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 43
- DOB violations
- 16
- ECB violations
- 3
- HPD complaints
- 47
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 · 43
- 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 - 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 15, 2023
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 16, 2022
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 16, 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.
Oct 26, 2016
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 2, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at top of window in the kitchen located at apt 38, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jun 29, 2015 · Apt 38
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 38, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jun 29, 2015 · Apt 38
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 38, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jun 29, 2015 · Apt 38
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
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- BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak at parapet wall above window
Jun 29, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose all window trims, side sashes, and stool in the kitchen located at apt 38, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jun 29, 2015 · Apt 38
Closed — Violation closed - 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 - ANon-hazardous
§ 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 approx 3x6 ft. opening made in floor and stair installed to cellar creatng duplex apartment in the kitchen located at apt 24, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Feb 26, 2004 · Apt 24
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling at heat riser in the 2nd room from north located at apt 28, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Feb 26, 2004 · Apt 28
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 28, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Feb 26, 2004 · Apt 28
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system , locked at boiler room, cellar
Feb 17, 2004
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 22, 1st story
Feb 11, 2004 · Apt 22
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked at 1st sty . public hall at boiler room, cellar
Feb 11, 2004
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the all stys. at public hall stairs, 5th story
Jul 14, 2000
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak at kitchen ceiling and 1st room at north. in the kitchen located at apt 39, 5th story, apartment at north
Jul 14, 2000 · Apt 39
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods rear fire escape 30061 er1.
Mar 24, 1999
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective entrance to 3 sty rear east apt 32. , section '' ''
Dec 17, 1990 · Apt 32
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 3 sty rear east apt 32 gregdry. , section '' ''
Dec 17, 1990 · Apt 32
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective inoperative light fixture ceiling 3 sty rear east apt 32 rear room. , section '' ''
Dec 17, 1990 · Apt 32
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective inoperative light fixture ceiling 3 sty rear east apt 32 bathroom. , section '' ''
Dec 17, 1990 · Apt 32
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective inoperative light fixture ceiling 3 sty rear east apt 32 kitchen. , section '' ''
Dec 17, 1990 · Apt 32
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls and ceiling 3 sty rear east apt 32 watercloset compartment. , section '' ''
Dec 17, 1990 · Apt 32
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling 1 sty public hall center.
Aug 28, 1990
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove the illegal fastening lockable hasp and eye installed interior of entrance 1 sty southwest apt 22. , section '' ''
Jun 11, 1990 · Apt 22
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 1 sty southwest apt 22 johnson. , section '' ''
Jun 11, 1990 · Apt 22
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective hanging entrance door off hinges 1 sty southwest apt 22. , section '' ''
Jun 11, 1990 · Apt 22
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 1 sty front west apt 22 johns. , section '' ''
Jan 9, 1990 · Apt 22
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing radiator front room 1 sty front west apt 22. , section '' ''
Jan 9, 1990 · Apt 22
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-13.03 adm code abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice 4 sty rear east apt 36. , section '' ''
Aug 29, 1989 · Apt 36
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 ceiling and wood work 4 sty rear east apt 36 throughout. , section '' ''
Aug 29, 1989 · Apt 36
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color wall at west 4 sty rear east apt 36. , section '' ''
Aug 29, 1989 · Apt 36
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling 4 sty rear east apt 36. , section '' ''
Aug 29, 1989 · Apt 36
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective wood floor 4 sty rear east apt 36. , section '' ''
Aug 29, 1989 · Apt 36
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose handrail of staircase 5 sty to bulkhead public hall.
Aug 29, 1989
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose 1st wood tread between 4 to 5 sty public hall staircase.
Aug 29, 1989
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate at 2 sty rear west apt 27. , section '' ''
Nov 23, 1987 · Apt 27
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing ceramic wall tiles vestibule 1st sty public hall.
May 26, 1987
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 16
- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 21, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 21, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
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 - 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 19, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 6, 2006
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 31, 2005
Dob violation - dismissed
Show 6 more ↓
- Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 7, 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
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 10, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 1, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 3
- Class - 2
Atoi it was observed that worker within apartment 40 were not in compliance with approved tenant protection plan (tpp) requirements. dust accumulation observed on floors within the public hallway/common area on
Oct 22, 2025
Resolve - Class - 1
Filed a certificate,form,application under job #pw-1 section 26 on application #140077627 indicates "no" for owner's certification regardingoccupied housing (remain occupied) and "no" for rent control stabiliza
Jul 30, 2015
Resolve - Class - 1
Filed a application form containing a false statement under job #140177341 pw-1 section 26 indicates "no" for owner's certification regarding housing and also a "no" for rent control stabilization.rem:comply wi
Jul 30, 2015
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Sep 8, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Open - Safety
Window guard broken/missing
Sep 10, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 22, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 29, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 15, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 11, 2022 · Apt 40
Close - General
Signage missing
Jun 1, 2018 · Apt 40
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jun 1, 2018 · Apt 40
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 14, 2016 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 14, 2016 · Apt BLDG
Close
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- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 14, 2016 · Apt 30
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Aug 3, 2015 · Apt 38
Close - Outside building
Roofing
Jun 24, 2015 · Apt 38
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Jun 24, 2015 · Apt 38
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Jun 15, 2015 · Apt 38
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 15, 2015 · Apt 38
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 27, 2015 · Apt 26
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 16, 2006 · Apt 24
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 16, 2006 · Apt 24
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 16, 2006 · Apt 24
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Jan 16, 2006 · Apt 24
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Jan 16, 2006 · Apt 24
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Jan 16, 2006 · Apt 24
Close - Electric
Lighting
Oct 13, 2005 · Apt 39
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Oct 13, 2005 · Apt 39
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Feb 26, 2004 · Apt 28
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Feb 26, 2004 · Apt 33
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Feb 26, 2004 · Apt 24
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Feb 25, 2004 · Apt 21
Close - Nonconst
Smoke detector
Feb 25, 2004 · Apt 22
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Feb 25, 2004 · Apt 25
Close - General
Windows
Feb 25, 2004 · Apt 26
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Feb 25, 2004 · Apt 34
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 25, 2004 · Apt 30
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 15, 2004 · Apt 25
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 10, 2004 · Apt 23
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 8, 2004 · Apt 24
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 3, 2004 · Apt 24
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 30, 2004 · Apt 25
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 18, 2004 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 12, 2004 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 12, 2004 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 10, 2004 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 9, 2004 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 8, 2004 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 23, 2003 · Apt BLDG.
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 6, 2003 · Apt 23
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C4)
- Year built
- 1901
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 20
- Building area
- 9,980 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,615 ft²
- Zoning
- R8B
- Community board
- 104
- Council district
- 3
- Block / lot
- 765 / 9
- Assessed value
- $1,170,450
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #117238, last renewed Sep 18, 2025.
Questions about 253 West 15 Street
Who owns 253 West 15 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Derby Curtain 153, LLC.
Does 253 West 15 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 43 housing violations at this property.
Is 253 West 15 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 7 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 35% of its 20 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 253 West 15 Street built?
City records list 1901 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 253 West 15 Street?
It has 20 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.