537 3 Avenue
Manhattan, NY 10016BBL 1-00916-0061Map
Owner of record: 200 E 36th Owners Corp
537 3 Avenue is an elevator apartment building built in 1955 in Manhattan, 10016. It has 148 residential units across 19 floors. The owner of record is 200 E 36th Owners Corp. HPD has recorded 7 housing violations here, most recently on May 13, 2022. 7 of the 7 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 4 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 7
- DOB violations
- 42
- ECB violations
- 9
- HPD complaints
- 25
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
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 · 7
- ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at west and south walls in the bathroom located at apt 10a, 10th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
May 13, 2022 · Apt 10A
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... in the entrance located at apt 10a, 10th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
May 13, 2022 · Apt 10A
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling inside closet in the 2nd room from north located at apt 10a, 10th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
May 13, 2022 · Apt 10A
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls inside closet in the 2nd room from north located at apt 10a, 10th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
May 13, 2022 · Apt 10A
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Section 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 partition erected creating two rooms 7 sty northeast apt 7c east room , section '' ''
May 3, 1997 · Apt 7C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of concealed water leak ceiling 14th sty east apt 14g front northeast room. , section '' ''
Mar 12, 1985 · Apt 14G
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceiling of cellar north west electric meter room.
Sep 7, 1982
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 42
- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Nov 22, 2023
Dob violation - active - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Aug 2, 2022
Dob violation - dismissed - Plumbing none
The borough commissioner intends to revoke all plumbing approvals and permit issued under job # 122821562 due to suspension of license master plumber # 000945. stop all plumbing work under above mentioned permit immediately.
Jul 12, 2022
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 13, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 13, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Plumbing none
The borough commissioner has issued a notice to revoke application #122821562 due to revocation of the master plumber's and/or fire suppression license. all work in connection with this application has been ordered stopped immediately
Dec 10, 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 - active - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 3, 2017
Dob violation - active - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst
Nov 14, 2016
Dob violation - active - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst
Nov 14, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed
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- 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
Jan 30, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 30, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 12, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 4, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 4, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 30, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 29, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 18, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 18, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 12, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 19, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 19, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 29, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 29, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Oct 1, 2005
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 7, 2004
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 11, 2003
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 11, 2003
Dob violation - resolved - Zoning none
Z-zoning none
Jun 23, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Zoning none
Z-zoning none
Jun 23, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 23, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Zoning none
Z-zoning none
Jun 23, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Zoning none
Z-zoning none
Jun 23, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
(74) install generator covers. (40) 5yr.test
Nov 21, 1990
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
(74) install generator covers. (40) 5yr.test
Nov 21, 1990
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
(51) proper fuse controller (51) replace missing covers on generator and govenor
Dec 30, 1988
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
(51) repair safety edge (52) replace missing covers on generator ann govenor
Dec 30, 1988
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
(51)replace the toe guard at front of elevator cab
Jul 25, 1988
Dob violation - resolved
ECB violations · 9
- Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the department of buildings. at time of inspection, no class one violation at roof top. elevated deck with greenery and c
Oct 1, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 1
Work with out a permit. observed at roof deck with greenery and elevated deck on roof level with seating for approximately 8 ppl. no permit on file for work performed. note: c of o #113748 indicates roof as sto
Jun 13, 2023 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Non-hazardous
85b05/24x10/32d06 85-perform reg 5yr tests 24 repair trav.interns & in cab dir lights (32) shcore sub wts hold down.
Feb 11, 2004
Resolve - Non-hazardous
59m07,51#11,24x10,24x10,85b05. 59-switching (power) for motor room lighting to be located in motor room, provide same. (51) replace worn, rusted & defective hoist ropes. (24) repair direction arrow's in cab (85
Feb 5, 2004
Resolve - Non-hazardous
75u 75 perform 5yr test and file
Oct 26, 1998
Resolve - Non-hazardous
75u 75 perform & file 5 year test
Oct 26, 1998
Resolve - Non-hazardous
74l, 74. replace missing elevator toe guard on junction box at front of elevator cab (2 car)
Apr 6, 1992 · Penalty $75
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit. commerical spaces at 3rd ave.entrances have been altered without permits.parttions & raised floors.also,block wallhas been installed between tow stores,changing entrances. remedy:obt.
Nov 14, 1991 · Penalty $285
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work being done with out approvals and permit construction noted,new ceilings and partitions on the first floor and cellar and new store front: remedy stop all work file with this department obtain approvals
Jun 7, 1990
Resolve
Complaints
- General
Signage missing
May 9, 2026 · Apt 8W
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
May 9, 2026 · Apt 8W
Close - General
Ventilation system
May 9, 2026 · Apt 8W
Close - Flooring/stairs
Stairs
May 9, 2026 · Apt 8W
Close - General
Signage missing
May 9, 2026 · Apt 8W
Close - Outside building
Pavement
May 9, 2026 · Apt 8W
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 9, 2026 · Apt 8W
Close - General
Signage missing
May 9, 2026 · Apt 8W
Close - General
Signage missing
May 9, 2026 · Apt 8W
Close - Safety
Fire escape
May 9, 2026 · Apt 8W
Close
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- General
Janitor/super
May 9, 2026 · Apt 11
Close - General
Signage missing
May 9, 2026 · Apt 11
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
May 9, 2026 · Apt 11
Close - Safety
Sprinkler
May 9, 2026 · Apt 11
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
May 4, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
No lighting
May 4, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Safety
Fire escape
May 4, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Signage missing
May 4, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
May 4, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Apr 21, 2022 · Apt 10A
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Apr 5, 2022 · Apt 10A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 13, 2021 · Apt 13B
Close - General
Mailbox
Apr 13, 2021 · Apt 13B
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 2, 2020 · Apt 8J
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Sep 4, 2018 · Apt 2G
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 29, 2026 | $540,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Sep 15, 2026 | $400,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Aug 27, 2026 | $399,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| May 4, 2026 | $875,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Mar 17, 2026 | $385,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Jan 6, 2026 | $370,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Dec 24, 2025 | $660,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D4)
- Year built
- 1955
- Floors
- 19
- Residential units
- 148
- Building area
- 118,467 ft²
- Lot area
- 9,250 ft²
- Zoning
- C1-9
- Community board
- 106
- Council district
- 4
- Block / lot
- 916 / 61
- Assessed value
- $15,705,450
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #123332, last renewed Aug 28, 2025.
Questions about 537 3 Avenue
Who owns 537 3 Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 200 E 36th Owners Corp.
Does 537 3 Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 7 housing violations at this property.
Is 537 3 Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 4 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 3% of its 148 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 537 3 Avenue built?
City records list 1955 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 537 3 Avenue?
It has 148 residential units and 153 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.