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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

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Apr 1, 2024

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 2024
7
About 35% of the building's 20 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 · 43

  • 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
  • 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
  • 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 16, 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 16, 2022

    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
  • 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 26, 2016

    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 2, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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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  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at parapet wall above window

    Jun 29, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    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
  • 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

    § 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
  • A

    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
  • B

    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
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system , locked at boiler room, cellar

    Feb 17, 2004

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    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
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked at 1st sty . public hall at boiler room, cellar

    Feb 11, 2004

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the all stys. at public hall stairs, 5th story

    Jul 14, 2000

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    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
  • C

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 1 sty southwest apt 22 johnson. , section '' ''

    Jun 11, 1990 · Apt 22

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    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
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 1 sty front west apt 22 johns. , section '' ''

    Jan 9, 1990 · Apt 22

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing radiator front room 1 sty front west apt 22. , section '' ''

    Jan 9, 1990 · Apt 22

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    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
  • A

    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
  • A

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose handrail of staircase 5 sty to bulkhead public hall.

    Aug 29, 1989

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • A

    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
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  • 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

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

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.