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136 East 56 Street

Manhattan, NY 10022BBL 1-01310-0059Map

Owner of record: 136 E 56th St Owners INC

136 East 56 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1962 in Manhattan, 10022. It has 147 residential units across 16 floors. The owner of record is 136 E 56th St Owners INC. HPD has recorded 84 housing violations here, most recently on September 1, 2025. City tax records listed 1 rent-stabilized apartment here in 2024.

HPD violations
84
DOB violations
46
ECB violations
19
HPD complaints
160

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Sep 1, 2025

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
1
About 1% of the building's 147 apartments
Down from 3 in 2020

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 · 84

  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 5f, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 1, 2025 · Apt 5F

    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 missing in the entire apartment located at apt 5f, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 1, 2025 · Apt 5F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective lower window sash spring balance at 1st window from north at east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 5f, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 1, 2025 · Apt 5F

    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 missing in the entire apartment located at apt 5f, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 3, 2025 · Apt 5F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 5f, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 3, 2025 · Apt 5F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Aug 1, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Refit entrance door in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 8j, 8th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 18, 2021 · Apt 8J

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Refit entrance door in the bathroom located at apt 8j, 8th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 18, 2021 · Apt 8J

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Refit closet door. in the private hallway located at apt 8j, 8th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 18, 2021 · Apt 8J

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective connection af waste line under sink in the kitchen located at apt 8j, 8th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 18, 2021 · Apt 8J

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • C

    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 at 1st sty public hall.

    Jul 20, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper.

    Jul 20, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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

    Jul 20, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 10e, 10th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 21, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of loose electric outlet in the kitchen located at apt 10e, 10th story

    Mar 21, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north & east wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 10e, 10th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 2, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 10e, 10th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 22, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... and mildew at the east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 10e, 10th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 22, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at all walls and ceiling throughout in the entire apartment located at apt 12k, 12th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 29, 2015 · Apt 12K

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 12k, 12th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 29, 2015 · Apt 12K

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood entrance door in the 3rd room from east at north located at apt 12k, 12th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 29, 2015 · Apt 12K

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective closet door in the 3rd room from east at north located at apt 12k, 12th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 29, 2015 · Apt 12K

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 29, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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.

    Mar 29, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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

    Mar 2, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt phc, 16th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    May 15, 2013 · Apt PHC

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective lock assembly at door in the 1st room from north located at apt phc, 16th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    May 15, 2013 · Apt PHC

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the north wall in the bathroom located at apt phc, 16th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    May 15, 2013 · Apt PHC

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling and east wall at closet in the 3rd room from north located at apt phc, 16th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    May 15, 2013 · Apt PHC

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical bx cable wiring at ceiling in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt phd, 16th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 15, 2013 · Apt PHD

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit the door in the terrace located at apt phd, 16th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 15, 2013 · Apt PHD

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit the door in the bathroom located at apt phd, 16th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 15, 2013 · Apt PHD

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective brick and mortar at east wall in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt phd, 16th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 15, 2013 · Apt PHD

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt phd, 16th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 15, 2013 · Apt PHD

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood flooring in the kitchen located at apt phd, 16th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 15, 2013 · Apt PHD

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt phd, 16th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 15, 2013 · Apt PHD

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt phc, 16th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    May 15, 2013 · Apt PHC

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective lock and assembly at door in the terrace located at apt phc, 16th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    May 15, 2013 · Apt PHC

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in at wasteline at sink in the kitchen located at apt phc, 16th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    May 15, 2013 · Apt PHC

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the west wall in the 1st room from north located at apt phc, 16th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    May 15, 2013 · Apt PHC

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt phc, 16th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    May 15, 2013 · Apt PHC

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood flooring in the 2nd room from north located at apt phc, 16th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    May 15, 2013 · Apt PHC

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective mechanical ventilation system at north wall in the bathroom located at apt phc, 16th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    May 15, 2013 · Apt PHC

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at east wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt phc, 16th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    May 15, 2013 · Apt PHC

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the east wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt phc, 16th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    May 15, 2013 · Apt PHC

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt phc, 16th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    May 15, 2013 · Apt PHC

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt phd, 16th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 15, 2013 · Apt PHD

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the east wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt phc, 16th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    May 15, 2013 · Apt PHC

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling in the kitchen located at apt phc, 16th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    May 15, 2013 · Apt PHC

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the north wall in the kitchen located at apt phc, 16th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    May 15, 2013 · Apt PHC

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 46

  • 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, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2017 cat 1 insp/tst tst

    Sep 6, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2017 cat 1 insp/tst tst

    Sep 6, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Aug 24, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 14, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 14, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 14, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
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  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2013 inspection/test

    Oct 31, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2013 inspection/test

    Oct 31, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2013 inspection/test

    Oct 31, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test

    Mar 31, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test

    Mar 31, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test

    Mar 31, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2011 inspection/test

    Oct 1, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2010 cat 1 insp/tst

    Aug 15, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 27, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 27, 2012

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 27, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 11, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 11, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 11, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 8, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 29, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 29, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 29, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 20, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 20, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 20, 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

    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 28, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 28, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 28, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 22, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 22, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 22, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 7, 2003

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p25958

    Dec 21, 2000

    Dob violation - resolved
  • 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
  • Electric signs none

    Es-electric signs none

    Jun 4, 1992

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 19

  • Class - 2

    Observed in reflection store on the ground floor in the bathroom installed shark bite water valve on water line. also installed pvc piping on waste line under bathroom sink which contrary to pc refer to section

    Jun 1, 2023 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Observed on ground floor in reflection store in the bathroom installed water line for refrigeration condenser unit. work completed no permits, obtain all permits

    Jun 1, 2023 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    At the time of inspection i observed installation of new outlets switches recessed and track lighting compressor for store refrigerator throughout the entire store no permit on file with d.o.b., obtain permit

    Apr 18, 2023 · Penalty $200

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. ground floor eating and drinking establishment "two wheels vietnamese" has kitchen exhaust system which is discharging directly above front door to restaur

    Nov 18, 2022 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file annual certification that cooling tower 1000002385 hasbeen inspected,tested,and disinfected,and that a maintenace plan has been developed and implemented,by november 1,2016.rem:file a certificat

    Jun 20, 2017 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Electrical work w/o a permit. electrical work throughout 8b,8c & the pent house. new brach circuit wiring new circuit breaker panels,new outlet receptacles switches. remedy: obtain permit.

    May 27, 2016 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg interior in a code compliant manner. note: excessive water leakage through terrace door as a result of improper drainage & improper door seals at penthouse d, also note water damaged

    May 16, 2013 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    40z10,98bb05. recurring conditions from nov #38221165y. 40- repair water leak in machine room. 98- according to dob records cat 5 expired onthis car in 2010.

    Jul 2, 2012 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    97bb05- expired cat 5.

    Jul 2, 2012 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    40z10,16m07: 40;repair water leak in machine room. 16;provide sight guards as per k-3/17-3.

    Apr 4, 2012 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
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  • Class - 2

    Sec. 401.5.2 exhaust vent not terminated as per code. noted: at 1 story garage extension at e 55st (&/or rear) the exhaust vent for resturant terminates at roof level of extension (2nd level) where w/i 10' at

    Jun 11, 2011 · Penalty $4,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to safeguard public & property during construction operations.at 1st flr commercial space known as "le baguette" work under application #120294387 has affected apt 2l on 2nd flr, directly above 1st flr

    Oct 7, 2010 · Penalty $3,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Installed exhaust vent less than ten (10) feet from lot line windows.the distance from window to exhaust vent is eight (8) ft.remedy:confrom to code.

    Dec 22, 2003 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    18m,34l,35p,30m,62m,08b,74o, 18 replace cover 34 repair take wire along 35 provide access 30 replace missing facia 62 provide eight under car 08 adjust car to landing sill 74 clean t.d.c

    Jan 2, 1998

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    13m20d 13-provide mirror in elevator 20 hall rush button station an 11 & 12 floor loose.

    Dec 3, 1997

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Installation of mechanical equipment without first obtaining a equipment. use work permit from this department. at first floor a larger exhaust. unit and duct work installed under the sprinkler system blocking

    Sep 19, 1997

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    21l, 74a-comply with adm code 27-1004.

    Mar 29, 1993

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    21l,74a-comply with adm.code 27-1004

    Mar 29, 1993

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    21l, 74a-comply with adm code 27-1004

    Mar 29, 1993

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 10, 2025 · Apt 7F

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Nov 10, 2025 · Apt 7F

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jul 29, 2025 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jul 29, 2025 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jul 29, 2025 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jul 29, 2025 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jul 29, 2025 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jul 29, 2025 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jul 29, 2025 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jul 8, 2025 · Apt 5F

    Close
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  • General

    Cabinet

    Jul 8, 2025 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jul 8, 2025 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jul 8, 2025 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Jul 8, 2025 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 7, 2025 · Apt 7F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 16, 2024 · Apt 7C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 25, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 13, 2021 · Apt 8J

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 13, 2021 · Apt 8J

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jan 10, 2020 · Apt PENTHO

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door frame

    Nov 6, 2019 · Apt PHD

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 6, 2019 · Apt PHD

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Nov 6, 2019 · Apt PHD

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 6, 2019 · Apt PHD

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 6, 2019 · Apt PHD

    Close
  • General

    Signage missing

    Apr 14, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • General

    Janitor/super

    Apr 14, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    Apr 14, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Apr 14, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Apr 14, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Apr 14, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Apr 14, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 14, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 14, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Apr 14, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Radiator

    Apr 14, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 14, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Mar 11, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 11, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 11, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 11, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 11, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 11, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Mar 11, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 11, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Mar 11, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 11, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Feb 23, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 23, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Feb 7, 2018 · Apt 10E

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Jul 28, 2026$1,500,000Coops - elevator apartments—
May 5, 2026$499,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Feb 25, 2026$910,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Feb 19, 2026$790,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Feb 3, 2026$1,380,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Jan 29, 2026$1,315,000Coops - elevator apartments—

Building details

Building type
Elevator apartment building (D4)
Year built
1962
Floors
16
Residential units
147
Building area
197,972 ft²
Lot area
15,675 ft²
Zoning
C5-2.5
Community board
105
Council district
4
Block / lot
1310 / 59
Assessed value
$19,904,850
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #138378, last renewed Jul 9, 2025.

Questions about 136 East 56 Street

Who owns 136 East 56 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 136 E 56th St Owners INC.

Does 136 East 56 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 84 housing violations at this property.

Is 136 East 56 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 1 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 1% of its 147 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 136 East 56 Street built?

City records list 1962 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 136 East 56 Street?

It has 147 residential units and 159 units in total.

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