686 2 Avenue
Manhattan, NY 10016BBL 1-00943-0001Map
Owner of record: 303 East 37th St Owners Corp
686 2 Avenue is an elevator apartment building built in 1941 in Manhattan, 10016. It has 83 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is 303 East 37th St Owners Corp. HPD has recorded 44 housing violations here, most recently on February 15, 2024. City tax records listed 2 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 44
- DOB violations
- 39
- ECB violations
- 8
- HPD complaints
- 5
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 · 44
- CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at building front entrance door at public hall, 1st story
Feb 15, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 4j, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Jan 22, 2024 · Apt 4J
Closed — Violation closed - 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.
Mar 15, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts 4th story s/2 apartment # 4j under vacate order # 162499
Apr 6, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage in the entire apartment located at apt 4j, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south , section at east
Mar 29, 2021 · Apt 4J
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood decking and asphalt material at roof
Mar 29, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective glass pane at upper and lower sash window at public hall, 6th story, section at east
Mar 29, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at bulkhead , 6th story, section at east
Mar 29, 2021
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, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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
Apr 16, 2018
Closed — Violation closed
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- 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 - missing at public hall, 1st story
Apr 16, 2018
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
Apr 16, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story
Apr 16, 2018
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 24, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing 4 sy west apt 4d velazquez. , section '' ''
Apr 8, 1993 · Apt 4D
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color bathroom ceiling of 4 sty west apt 4d. , section '' ''
Apr 8, 1993 · Apt 4D
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling & walls bathroom 3 sty south section east apt 3m. , section '' ''
Jul 5, 1991 · Apt 3M
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective entrance 3 sty south section east apt 3m. , section '' ''
Jul 5, 1991 · Apt 3M
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective entrance 1 sty south section southwest apt 1e. , section '' ''
May 2, 1991 · Apt 1E
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing 1 sty south section southwest apt 1e limonious. , section '' ''
May 2, 1991 · Apt 1E
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets washbasin south bathroom 1 sty south section southwest apt 1e. , section '' ''
May 2, 1991 · Apt 1E
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from at least 1 window or provide approved type gate 1 sty northeast apt 1l. located at apt 1l
Dec 26, 1989 · Apt 1L
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated lock installed on door from vestibule to 1 sty public hall.
Dec 26, 1989
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls and clg kitchen west wing 1st sty 2nd from north at east apt 1a. , section '' ''
Aug 30, 1989 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective walls public hall bulkhead at west section.
Aug 30, 1989
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls ceilings and soffits east bulkhead at roof.
Aug 30, 1989
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
D26-20.03 adm code provide a mirror in self-service elevator arranged so as to enable a person entering, to view inside of elevator number cab 1 at west.
Aug 30, 1989
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of dampness penetrating ceilings and walls private foy er and north room 6th sty apt 6c. located at apt 6c
Aug 30, 1989 · Apt 6C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls and ceiling private foyer and north room6th sty apt 6c. located at apt 6c
Aug 30, 1989 · Apt 6C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceiling 6th sty public hall and walls bulkheadstairs to roof.
Aug 30, 1989
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
D26-20.08 adm code post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing 1st sty public hall.
Aug 30, 1989
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing 2 sty southeast apt 2e nemeyer. , section '' ''
Aug 30, 1989 · Apt 2E
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of dampness ceiling southwest room 6 sty 2 from south at east apt 6d. , section '' ''
Jun 28, 1989 · Apt 6D
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling southeast room 6 sty 2 from south at east apt 6d. , section '' ''
Jun 28, 1989 · Apt 6D
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of dampness penetrating ceiling and west wall of southwest room at 6 sty sty east section southwest apt 6j. , section '' ''
Nov 5, 1986 · Apt 6J
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and west wall of southwest room 6 sty east section southwest apt 6j. , section '' ''
Nov 5, 1986 · Apt 6J
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
D26-20.08,20.09 adm code provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations 6 sty east section southwest apt 6j missing. , section '' ''
Nov 5, 1986 · Apt 6J
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls and ceiling 6th sty southwest apt 6j private hall. , section '' ''
Aug 9, 1984 · Apt 6J
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
D26-17.07 adm code provide hot water at all hot water fixtures 5th sty front north apartment 5n kitchen and bathroom.
Feb 14, 1984
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
D26-17.10 adm code provide ready access to building's heating system boiler room door to cellar locked.
Feb 14, 1984
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance to 1 sty 2nd from north at east apt 1a. located at apt 1a
Dec 21, 1983 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls and ceilings 2 sty south apt 2e throughout. located at apt 2e
Dec 21, 1983 · Apt 2E
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance to 2 sty south apt 2e. located at apt 2e
Dec 21, 1983 · Apt 2E
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls and ceilings public hall bulkhead at west.
Dec 21, 1983
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 39
- 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 - active - Construction other optional
Ftm bldg safe cond:due 4-alarm fire on 3/13/21 roof&cocklft abve units 6k,6h,6j suferd dmg folows:roof sheath&cocklft frmg abve units locally prtly colp@same area.roof joist exp'd mod fire dmg/charred&strly compr walls brech&wtr dmg.ownr engage nyspe&contr rpr fire dmg undr prmt.rpr prmts to be obtn n/l/t 5/15/21.rpr prmt job be signedoff n/l/t 9/21/21
Mar 24, 2021
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
Emrg wrk ord:due 4-alarm fire that took place 3/23/21 roof above units 6k,6h,6j suffrd dmg as follows:roof sheath above units prtly colp.roof joist exposd@the area mod fire dmg/chared&strl comprm.intr unts presnt walls&wtr dmg thr-out.ownr engage pe&contr tmp seal&wtr tight roof.all wrk perfrmd under continus superv pe on site.file repr job w/in 2days
Mar 24, 2021
Dob violation - dismissed - Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Seal all accessible damaged/missing window openings to secure.against unauthorized access and to safeguard the public as well as remaining occupants
Mar 24, 2021
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
Due to fire
Mar 23, 2021
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
Cease use
Mar 23, 2021
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 21, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 21, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Feb 2, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Nov 2, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Aug 2, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Jun 2, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 3, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 3, 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 - Facade facade optional
Cycle 7 unsafe report filed
Sep 19, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 14, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 8, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 7, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 18, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 14, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 14, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 6, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 6, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Facade facade optional
Ll11/98-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional
Apr 28, 2005
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 3, 2003
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 3, 2003
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p20823
Oct 25, 2002
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p20822
Oct 25, 2002
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p20823
Nov 17, 2000
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p20822
Nov 17, 2000
Dob violation - resolved - Plumbing none
P-plumbing none
Feb 4, 2000
Vpw*-violation unserved ecb-work without permit-dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p20823
Jan 18, 2000
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
(15) make self closing
Aug 9, 1989
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
(15) make self closing
Aug 9, 1989
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
(15)make self closing
Aug 9, 1989
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
(15)make self closing
Aug 9, 1989
Dob violation - resolved
ECB violations · 8
- Class - 1
Approved plan & active permit does not allow any structural work to be performed under job # m00639672 but observed structural wood joists are partially replaced with new joists in apt lines j, k & h on 2nd to
May 8, 2023 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 2
31m7.40p16.31m top slow sown cover missing 40p no access stairs leading to roof plaster walls work
Apr 22, 2009 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to submit a 5h round technical report in compliance with code provisions:periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by local law 11 of 1998 & the department of buildings rules &
Jun 24, 2005
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to submit a fifth round technical report in compliance with code provisions:periodic inspection of exterior walls and appurtenances as required by local law 11 of 1998 and the department of buildings ru
May 20, 2005
Resolve - Non-hazardous
74i11,22w06,08v01.74i repair top of car light.
Feb 12, 2001 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
36i11,74m07,58o02,59o02,08v01,22w06. 74m07 missing antirotation device -properly install device.
Feb 12, 2001 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to provide approved plans at time of inspection. work noted: gutting of west bathroom in apt unit 6c in m.d. removed door frame andall plaster & cement from walls. location: 6th floor apt west in bldg
Feb 2, 2000
Resolve - Hazardous
Plumbing work without a permit. remedy: obtain a permit if feasible orrestore to prior legal condition. location : apartment 3e, bathroom & kitchen.
Oct 13, 1999 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Apr 1, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Apr 9, 2018 · Apt 1P
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Apr 4, 2018 · Apt 1P
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Apr 4, 2018 · Apt 1P
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Jan 7, 2007 · Apt 6P
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 3, 2026 | $513,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Jul 30, 2026 | $510,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Jul 30, 2026 | $375,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Jul 10, 2026 | $382,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Jun 30, 2026 | $765,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Nov 18, 2025 | $725,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D4)
- Year built
- 1941
- Floors
- 6
- Residential units
- 83
- Building area
- 80,000 ft²
- Lot area
- 16,200 ft²
- Zoning
- C1-9
- Community board
- 106
- Council district
- 4
- Block / lot
- 943 / 1
- Assessed value
- $8,514,000
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #114193, last renewed Sep 6, 2025.
Questions about 686 2 Avenue
Who owns 686 2 Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 303 East 37th St Owners Corp.
Does 686 2 Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 44 housing violations at this property.
Is 686 2 Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 2 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 2% of its 83 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 686 2 Avenue built?
City records list 1941 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 686 2 Avenue?
It has 83 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.