288 Lexington Avenue
Manhattan, NY 10016BBL 1-00892-0020Map
Owner of record: Tee Lex Operating INC
288 Lexington Avenue is an elevator apartment building built in 1955 in Manhattan, 10016. It has 93 residential units across 13 floors. The owner of record is Tee Lex Operating INC. HPD has recorded 11 housing violations here, most recently on December 4, 2017. City tax records listed 5 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 11
- DOB violations
- 30
- ECB violations
- 10
- HPD complaints
- 35
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 · 11
- ANon-hazardous
§ 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
Dec 4, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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. at public hall, 1st story
Dec 4, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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
Dec 4, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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
Dec 4, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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
Dec 4, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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
Dec 4, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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
Dec 4, 2017
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.
Oct 25, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening consisting of an unacceptable electric magnetic lock set form vestibule door to public hall
Dec 9, 2013
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide security in the event of a power outage by means of a mechanical lock set from vestibule door to public hall
Dec 9, 2013
Closed — Violation closed
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- CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening double key operate cylinder lock at building entrance doors from vestibule to lobby public hall
Nov 18, 2013
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 30
- Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 17, 2021
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 17, 2021
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 4, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 4, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 19, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 19, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 7, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 7, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 2, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 2, 2015
Dob violation - resolved
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- Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 16, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 16, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 4, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 4, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 13, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 13, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 19, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 19, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 8, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 8, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 12, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 12, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 3, 2003
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 3, 2003
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p23300
Jun 29, 2000
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p23299
Jun 29, 2000
Dob violation - resolved - Facade facade optional
Ll10/80-local law 10/80 - facade facade optional
Feb 25, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Aug 19, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 1, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
2
Jun 29, 1990
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 10
- Class - 2
Work does not conform to approved plans. noted: apt #lf under renovation per job #123133910. however observed new hvac unit installed in the rearyard contrary to approved plans. the capacity of hvac unit is 42,
Apr 23, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 3
Fence exceeds height. observed at rear yard of bldg two 12'fence erected exceeding permitted height. rmdy: conform fence to height require ment.
Jan 10, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/out permit. noted: full construction renovation work ongoing on 1st flr apt lf. new drywall installed on walls & ceiling throughout entire apt as well as new flrs, door frames & doors. new plumbling pipi
Dec 18, 2017 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageways.time of inspection rear of building exit discharge blocked by garbage cans,rubber water hoses,and metal containers,2-cmu blocks and(1)helium tank.and(1)industria
Nov 22, 2017 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Non-hazardous
84k10,84l10. 84-repair stairway to motor room
Jan 28, 2004
Resolve - Non-hazardous
33d6.33-remove old pipes and wiring from top of hoistway
Jan 28, 2004
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior wall. defect is: various parts of build- ing facade stucco are broken & defective & loose, also spalling at some section are missing around windows. remedy: provide protection to
Aug 19, 1999
Resolve - Non-hazardous
75u 75-no 5 yr test tags.
Aug 25, 1997
Resolve - Non-hazardous
75u 75-no 5 yr. test tags.
Aug 25, 1997
Resolve - Non-hazardous
37l. 37 properly wire controller.
Dec 5, 1995
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 30, 2019 · Apt 12E
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Jun 28, 2019 · Apt 12G
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Jun 28, 2019 · Apt 12G
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Jun 28, 2019 · Apt 12G
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 6, 2019 · Apt 12E
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 4, 2019 · Apt 12E
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 19, 2018 · Apt BLDG
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Dec 12, 2017 · Apt 12G
Close - Door/window
Door
Nov 25, 2017 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 7, 2017 · Apt 4E
Close
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- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 14, 2014 · Apt 5A
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 23, 2014 · Apt NA
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 1, 2014 · Apt NA
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 15, 2013 · Apt NA
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 7, 2013 · Apt NA
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 4, 2013 · Apt 3F
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 12, 2013 · Apt 12C
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 16, 2013 · Apt NA
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 26, 2012 · Apt NA
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 30, 2012 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 11, 2011 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 10, 2010 · Apt 6C
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 30, 2010 · Apt 3A
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 19, 2010 · Apt 6C
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 4, 2010 · Apt 6C
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 2, 2009 · Apt 12B
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 20, 2009 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 17, 2009 · Apt 12E
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 14, 2006 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 29, 2003 · Apt 6C
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 10, 2003 · Apt 6C
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Nov 6, 2003 · Apt 11-H
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Nov 6, 2003 · Apt 11-H
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 24, 2003 · Apt 6C
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 20, 2003 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 23, 2026 | $391,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Nov 24, 2025 | $565,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D4)
- Year built
- 1955
- Floors
- 13
- Residential units
- 93
- Building area
- 64,306 ft²
- Lot area
- 6,958 ft²
- Zoning
- R10
- Community board
- 106
- Council district
- 4
- Block / lot
- 892 / 20
- Assessed value
- $9,713,700
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #124089, last renewed Sep 2, 2025.
Questions about 288 Lexington Avenue
Who owns 288 Lexington Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Tee Lex Operating INC.
Does 288 Lexington Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 11 housing violations at this property.
Is 288 Lexington Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 5 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 5% of its 93 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 288 Lexington Avenue built?
City records list 1955 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 288 Lexington Avenue?
It has 93 residential units and 95 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.