135 East 54 Street
Manhattan, NY 10022BBL 1-01309-7502Map
Owner of record: Lex 54 Condominium C/O Lovett
135 East 54 Street is a condominium built in 1951 in Manhattan, 10022. It has 145 residential units across 16 floors. The owner of record is Lex 54 Condominium C/O Lovett. HPD has recorded 13 housing violations here, most recently on July 28, 2024. 11 of the 13 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 1 rent-stabilized apartment here in 2020.
- HPD violations
- 13
- DOB violations
- 38
- ECB violations
- 35
- HPD complaints
- 65
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 · 13
- CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 6k, 6th story, 4th apartment from east at south
Jul 28, 2024 · Apt 6K
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 12k, 12th story, 4th apartment from east at south
Apr 15, 2024 · Apt 12K
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - 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 - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling at east room 16 sty southwest apt 16b. , section '' ''
Aug 24, 1998 · Apt 16B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling at foyer 16 sty southwest apt 16b. , section '' ''
Aug 24, 1998 · Apt 16B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling at south room 16 sty southwest apt 16b. , section '' ''
Aug 24, 1998 · Apt 16B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color south wall east room 16 sty southwest apt 16b. , section '' ''
Aug 24, 1998 · Apt 16B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color southwest wall south room 16 sty southwest apt 16b. , section '' ''
Aug 24, 1998 · Apt 16B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective metal kitchen cabinet at 16 sty southwest apt 16b. , section '' ''
Aug 24, 1998 · Apt 16B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at kitchen sink 16 sty southwest apt 16b. , section '' ''
Aug 24, 1998 · Apt 16B
Open — Nov sent out
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- BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector at 16 sty southwest apt 16b ms kazan. , section '' ''
Aug 24, 1998 · Apt 16B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at kitchen floor 16 sty southwest apt 16b. , section '' ''
Aug 24, 1998 · Apt 16B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective electric outlet of east room 16 sty southwest apt 16b. , section '' ''
Aug 24, 1998 · Apt 16B
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 38
- Construction other optional
Transferring objections from application m345857 that were issued by inspector jrp,to the owner as a dob violation after multiple failed attempts at gaining access to correct the objection by the contractor.nohandleties210.4b,panfeeder#6awg100aocp310.16,neutralbond2 50.24a5,pan notbonded408.40,kitchens notgfci210.8b,heater not
Mar 8, 2025
Dob violation - active - No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required
Failed to file fisp cycle 9a technical report by 02/21/2022
Feb 22, 2022
Dob violation - dismissed - No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required
Failed to file fisp cycle 8a technical report by 02/21/2017
May 31, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 23, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 6, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 6, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 24, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 24, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 6, 2012
Vw-violation work without permit - active - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Jan 1, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed
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- 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
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed - 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
Jul 18, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 18, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 9, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 30, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 13, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 13, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 13, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 13, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 9, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 9, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 9, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 21, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 21, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 21, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 21, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 28, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 28, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 23, 2004
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 23, 2004
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 23, 2004
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 23, 2004
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 2, 2003
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 2, 2003
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 2, 2003
Dob violation - resolved
ECB violations · 35
- Class - 2
Failure to comply with commissioner's order contained in summons #39099494p issued on 11/16/2023, and failure to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28.201.1 and 1 rcny 102-01(d)(2). an acceptable cert
Feb 11, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Buffers missing cat 5 tags. provide hoistway door sight guards where missing.
Nov 16, 2023 · Penalty $625
Active - Class - 1
Class1 car top steading plates misaligned when car is running making noise,2/x/10 out side comm inoperative repair.
Apr 3, 2023 · Penalty $312
Resolve - Class - 1
5a10,59bb7,98m7,40b07. 5a10 cease use item door zone restrictor has been tampered with disabled and rendered inoperative. this is a safety device to ensure elevator passengers safety. repair restrictor and cont
Sep 10, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
28-317.3 failure to register cooling tower.rem comply w/ code.
Sep 21, 2015 · Penalty $4,000
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building wall(s) or appurtenance noted at said premises ac-units installed at 2nd flr and 3rd flr - windows expos1&4 over sidewalk level of 17-story & ph bldg missing mounting brackets evide
Jun 2, 2013 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Exhaust vent not terminated as per code. noted at rear courtyard an exhust vent terminates less than 10' from operable windows at 1, 2 & 3rdfl. remedy- terminate exhaust vent as per code.
Feb 25, 2012 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w.o permit. illegal work noted: at 1st fl commercial space vacantstore undergoing demolition of full height partitions with fired columns demo. electric service disturbed. remedy: stop all work obtain all
May 11, 2010 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work w/o a permit expired permit app# 104731809 for sidewalk shed expired 12/31/07 sidewalk shed still erected at time of inspection. remedyrenew permit.
Apr 10, 2008
Resolve - Non-hazardous
12b07.12b07-insufficient light in elevator provide proper light insideelevator.
Jan 7, 2008
Resolve
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- Non-hazardous
12b07.12b07-insufficient light in elevator provide proper light insideelevator.
Jan 7, 2008
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failed to notify the dept of bldg prior to the use or installation of "c"hooks or outrigger beams in connection w/suspended scaffolds.2-cd-5"notification of use" & approved plans/drawings not on site.approved
Dec 18, 2007 · Penalty $7,500
Resolve - Hazardous
Sec.27-1045.all suspension element are vertical & parallel to the faceof the wall at all times.2-using rigging equipment w/o proper danger signs.the existing regulation requires two danger signs to be placed on
Dec 18, 2007 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Hazardous
Sec.26-138.no person shall hold himself out as a license either directly or indirectly by signs,cards,metal plates,stationary or in any other manner.failure to obtain or maintain a bond and/or insurance as requ
Dec 18, 2007 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Hazardous
Using rigging equipment w/o a special riggers license
Dec 11, 2007 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
59q03/05o02/16o02/69o02/51o02/52o02/84m07/83m07/33m07. 59-motor room lights unguarded. 05-clean car door. 52-clean governor rope.16-clean hoistway doors and number. 69-clean buffers. 51-clean hoist cables. 84-d
May 18, 2005
Resolve - Non-hazardous
59q03/05o02/16o02/33b09/39l10/69o02/52o02/83m07/84m07. 59-motor room lights unguarded. 05-clean car door. 16-clean hoistway doors and #. 33-remove old piping top of shaftway. 39-car top run box not working. 69-
May 18, 2005
Resolve - Non-hazardous
66o02,05a01. 66)elevator pit is dirty/accumulated paper. 05)car door has large gap over 1 1/2 to cab door
Jun 11, 2003
Resolve - Non-hazardous
55m07/56m07
Jun 10, 2002
Resolve - Non-hazardous
18m07/74i11/ 18m07interlock cover missing lobby floor provides 74i11 repair out rigger top of car bent out of shape repair
Apr 22, 2002
Resolve - Non-hazardous
73x11-elevator out of order. put elevator back into service & inform dept of bldg (elevator division) so full inspection will be performed by inspector.
Jun 1, 1999
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without permit noted at 2nd fl 133 apt 2f erection of metal frame for partition electrical work in progerss work 50% complete remedy stop all work immediately make area safe obtain permit
Feb 17, 1999 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit installation of new duct and a/c unit and re- moval of nin-bearing partition walls remedy:obtain a permit if feasible or restore
Sep 1, 1994
Resolve - Non-hazardous
46h,75u
Jul 20, 1994 · Penalty $200
Resolve - Non-hazardous
46h,75u
Jul 20, 1994 · Penalty $200
Resolve - Non-hazardous
39f
Jul 20, 1994 · Penalty $200
Resolve - Non-hazardous
46h,75u.
Feb 14, 1994
Resolve - Non-hazardous
39f.
Feb 14, 1994
Resolve - Non-hazardous
46h,75u.
Feb 14, 1994
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without permit (plumbing installation in kitchen of 1st floor restaurant) remedy: stop all work, obtain permit
Oct 6, 1993
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit - work noted - installed new duck work and a/c unit and removed now bearing partition - at 16th floor known as ph#f. remedy: obtain a permit - stop. order
Aug 12, 1991 · Penalty $285
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Altered building occupied without a valid c of o alt 1149-86 remedy obtain a valid c of o
Apr 15, 1991
Resolve - Non-hazardous
57o,73o,74t,73 clean shaft, hoistway doors, guide rails. 74 provide 5 years test.
Jan 4, 1991 · Penalty $75
Resolve - Non-hazardous
74x,74 return to service or file necessary paper.
Jan 4, 1991 · Penalty $75
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain defect is at the ph g apt on the 17 floor rain water accumulate and turns stagnant on the terrace floor remedy remove accumulation of water fromn terrace and make all necessary repairs
Jul 26, 1988 · Penalty $200
Resolve
Complaints
- Water leak
Heavy flow
Oct 16, 2026 · Apt 9M
Open - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 15, 2026 · Apt PHB
Open - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Oct 14, 2026 · Apt PHB
Open - Water leak
Heavy flow
Sep 28, 2026 · Apt ROOFAR
Open - Water leak
Slow leak
Sep 15, 2026 · Apt LEAKON
Open - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Aug 31, 2026 · Apt PHB
Close - Door/window
Door
Jun 24, 2026 · Apt PHB
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 23, 2025 · Apt PHB
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jun 26, 2025 · Apt PHB
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Apr 27, 2025 · Apt PHB
Close
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- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Apr 27, 2025 · Apt PHB
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 16, 2025 · Apt PHB
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Apr 5, 2025 · Apt PHB
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Feb 10, 2025 · Apt 6K
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 22, 2024 · Apt 15F
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 17, 2024 · Apt PHB
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 21, 2024 · Apt PHB
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 20, 2024 · Apt P8B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 19, 2024 · Apt PHB
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 9, 2024 · Apt PHB
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Aug 26, 2024 · Apt 6K
Close - General
Cooking gas
Aug 3, 2024 · Apt 6K
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Aug 3, 2024 · Apt 6K
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Aug 3, 2024 · Apt 6K
Close - General
Cooking gas
Jul 10, 2024 · Apt 6K
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jul 10, 2024 · Apt 6K
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Jul 10, 2024 · Apt 6K
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Jul 10, 2024 · Apt 6K
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Jul 10, 2024 · Apt 6K
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jul 10, 2024 · Apt 6K
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 25, 2024 · Apt 12K
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 25, 2024 · Apt BASEME
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 24, 2024 · Apt 12K
Close - Electric
Power outage
Nov 27, 2023 · Apt PHB
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 25, 2022 · Apt PHB
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 20, 2022 · Apt PHB
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 7, 2021 · Apt PHB
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 7, 2021 · Apt PHB
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 7, 2021 · Apt PHB
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 1, 2021 · Apt PHB
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
May 31, 2017 · Apt 7D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 31, 2017 · Apt 7D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 31, 2017 · Apt 7D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
May 31, 2017 · Apt 7D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
May 31, 2017 · Apt 7D
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 24, 2016 · Apt PHB
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 11, 2015 · Apt PHB
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 4, 2015 · Apt PHB
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 3, 2015 · Apt PHB
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 8, 2014 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Condominium (RM)
- Year built
- 1951
- Floors
- 16
- Residential units
- 145
- Building area
- 127,933 ft²
- Lot area
- 14,667 ft²
- Zoning
- C6-6
- Community board
- 105
- Council district
- 4
- Block / lot
- 1309 / 7502
- Assessed value
- $25,560,001
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #100839, last renewed Aug 29, 2025.
Questions about 135 East 54 Street
Who owns 135 East 54 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Lex 54 Condominium C/O Lovett.
Does 135 East 54 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 13 housing violations at this property.
Is 135 East 54 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 1 rent-stabilized units here in 2020 (about 1% of its 145 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 135 East 54 Street built?
City records list 1951 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 135 East 54 Street?
It has 145 residential units and 147 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.