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309 Lexington Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10016BBL 1-00893-0064Map

Owner of record: 138 E 38th Street Ground Owner LLC

309 Lexington Avenue is an elevator apartment building built in 1928 in Manhattan, 10016. It has 81 residential units across 13 floors. The owner of record is 138 E 38th Street Ground Owner LLC. HPD has recorded 19 housing violations here, most recently on August 17, 2026. 2 of the 19 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 6 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
19
DOB violations
43
ECB violations
17
HPD complaints
38

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Aug 17, 2026

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
6
About 7% of the building's 81 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 · 19

  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at fire door leading to west section at public hall, 2nd story

    Aug 17, 2026

    Open — Violation will be reinspected
  • A

    § 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 public hall, 1st story

    Jun 20, 2026

    Open — Nov certified on time
  • C

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

    Sep 20, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules inoperable in the entire apartment located at apt 4b, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section ''west''

    Sep 3, 2025 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the discarted household itiems at at cellar

    Sep 3, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations inoperable in the entire apartment located at apt 4b, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section ''west''

    Sep 3, 2025 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 4b, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section ''west''

    Sep 3, 2025 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing kick down door stop at door leading to boiler room at south at cellar

    Sep 3, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing kick down door stop at door leading to compactor room at south at cellar

    Sep 3, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing kick down door stop at entrance door to building , 1st story

    Sep 3, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing kick down door stop at door leading to electric meter room at north at cellar

    Sep 3, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the building front

    Sep 6, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls in the 1st room from east located at apt 2g, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south , section at east

    Aug 2, 2018 · Apt 2G

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling and east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 2g, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south , section at east

    Aug 2, 2018 · Apt 2G

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls in the 2nd room from east at north located at apt 2g, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south , section at north

    Aug 2, 2018 · Apt 2G

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and all walls in the foyer located at apt 2g, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south , section at east

    Aug 2, 2018 · Apt 2G

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors in the entrance located at apt 2g, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south , section at east

    Aug 2, 2018 · Apt 2G

    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 25, 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 1, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 43

  • Hazardous condition (facade) facade required

    Cycle 9c unsafe report filed

    Dec 23, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • 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 - active
  • Failure to post energy grade/score none

    Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3

    Dec 1, 2021

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Failure to post energy grade/score none

    Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3

    Apr 29, 2021

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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 13, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 13, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst

    Jan 3, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst

    Jan 3, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Mar 9, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 10, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 10, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 23, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 23, 2014

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

    Failed to file fisp cycle 7c technical report by 02/21/2013

    Dec 31, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 9, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 9, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 28, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 28, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 10, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 10, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 25, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 25, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Facade facade optional

    Ll1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional

    Nov 30, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 29, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 29, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 27, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 27, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 16, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 16, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 10, 2003

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 10, 2003

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Mar 21, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Marquee other required

    Cmq-marquee other required

    Jan 16, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jan 17, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jan 11, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jan 11, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jan 11, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jan 11, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p5925

    Aug 17, 1999

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p5926

    Aug 17, 1999

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    2

    Apr 7, 1992

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 17

  • Class - 2

    Note: at time of inspection, i observed sidewalk in place at exposures# 1-4, upon reviewing department records (bis/dobnow), it was found that the sidewalk shed permit (m01010427) was expired on 02/10/2026. an

    Sep 24, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection, observed sidewalk shed in place. upon review of department records, permit no. m01010427-i1-sh was found to have expired on 02/10/2026. renew permit or remove sidewalk shed.

    Jul 24, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection, observed sidewalk shed installed contrary to approved construction documents. main beams did not extend the full length of the sidewalk shed from the building facade toward the street as

    Jul 24, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection, observed sidewalk shed information panel not provided in accordance with the requirements of bc 3301.9.2.provide panel or remove sidewalk shed

    Jul 24, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file acceptable amended cycle 9c report indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial facades report required by 28-302.5 for control #902737. remedy: file acceptable report.

    Apr 20, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Observed construction sidewalk shed at exposure one, permit was expired. m01010427-i1-sh expire 02/10/2026.failed to renew permit in contrary with 28-105.2 classification of work permits section 8 temporary co

    Mar 10, 2026 · Penalty $1,280

    Active
  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection, observed sidewalk shed in place with active permits, but inadequate illumination as required by bc 3307.6.4.8. this condition poses a risk of injury to the public and increases the potent

    Dec 9, 2025 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building exterior wall(s) or appurtenances. note:-at the time of inspection, observed at expo #1 and 4 north and west elevation defective/spalling concrete/masonary from cornice. remedy: mai

    Oct 25, 2024

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    At the time of inspection front egress stairs were not maintained per code in which the height on the risers vary and marble for steps is chipped and deteriorating creating a potential trip hazard., repair and/

    Jun 25, 2024 · Penalty $312

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Filed a certificate,form,application etc. containing false material statements. note: on pw1(plan/work application)in section 26;for appl#140310376,owners certification regarding occupied housing(rent control/

    Dec 16, 2015 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
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  • Class - 2

    Failure to file an acceptable cycle 7 technical report in compliance with code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by article 28-302 & the dept of bldgs rules & regulat

    Dec 12, 2014 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Use of scaffold with fibre rope when upper block is greater than 100ftabove the platform.in that an alluminum scaffold 21ft long has been super imposed on roof of sidewalk shed permit 101354357 exp.8/2/97.bein

    Sep 26, 1996 · Penalty $750

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Use of hoisting cable less than 1/2" in diameter.(note:unless approvedby c and d).in that the steel cables used in suspending the 2 point scaffold are less than 1/2" in diameter.remedy:conform to safe operation

    Sep 26, 1996 · Penalty $750

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    48t,49t,54t. 54 city number.

    Nov 15, 1993

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    48t,49t,54t. 54 city device number.

    Nov 15, 1993

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    46t,49t,37l, 37 correct floor selection problem. car goes to basement then answers 1st floor call. by pass 1st floor completely.

    Apr 15, 1992 · Penalty $75

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    46t, 49t,

    Apr 15, 1992 · Penalty $75

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Aug 18, 2026 · Apt 11C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Aug 17, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Signage missing

    Aug 16, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Aug 16, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Aug 16, 2026 · Apt 9F

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Feb 10, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 10, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 1, 2026 · Apt 7F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 27, 2026 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 25, 2026 · Apt 11C

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 3, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 3, 2026 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 3, 2026 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 2, 2026 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Aug 10, 2025 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jan 31, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 23, 2025 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 22, 2025 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 21, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jan 10, 2025 · Apt LOBBY

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Dec 22, 2024 · Apt 12E

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 25, 2024 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Nov 25, 2024 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jul 26, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 13, 2024 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 27, 2018 · Apt 2G

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jul 27, 2018 · Apt 2G

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 27, 2018 · Apt 2G

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 27, 2018 · Apt 2G

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 12, 2012 · Apt 6C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 12, 2012 · Apt 6C

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Feb 12, 2012 · Apt 6C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 12, 2012 · Apt 6C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 12, 2012 · Apt 6C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 12, 2012 · Apt 6C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 12, 2012 · Apt 6C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 10, 2005 · Apt BLDG

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Elevator apartment building (D6)
Year built
1928
Floors
13
Residential units
81
Building area
49,198 ft²
Lot area
4,941 ft²
Zoning
R10
Community board
106
Council district
4
Block / lot
893 / 64
Assessed value
$6,642,900
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #130698, last renewed Aug 31, 2025.

Questions about 309 Lexington Avenue

Who owns 309 Lexington Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 138 E 38th Street Ground Owner LLC.

Does 309 Lexington Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 19 housing violations at this property.

Is 309 Lexington Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 6 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 7% of its 81 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 309 Lexington Avenue built?

City records list 1928 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 309 Lexington Avenue?

It has 81 residential units and 83 units in total.

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