238 East 55 Street
Manhattan, NY 10022BBL 1-01328-0030Map
Owner of record: 240 East 55th Tenants Corp.
238 East 55 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1963 in Manhattan, 10022. It has 99 residential units across 14 floors. The owner of record is 240 East 55th Tenants Corp.. HPD has recorded 28 housing violations here, most recently on November 12, 2024. 2 of the 28 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 5 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 28
- DOB violations
- 33
- ECB violations
- 5
- HPD complaints
- 52
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 · 28
- CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at hopper door of compactor closet at public hall, 13th story
Nov 12, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch at compactor closet door at public hall, 13th story
Nov 12, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of a bike at fire stairs, 10th story, section ''stair b ''
Nov 12, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch at fire door leading to fire stairs at fire stairs, 1st story, section ''stair b''
Nov 12, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove the obstruction in fireproof passageway garbabe bags and tools and table tops
Nov 12, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from east at south
Feb 15, 2020 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from east at south
Jan 25, 2020 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors . in the entrance located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from east at south
Jan 25, 2020 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 11f, 11th story, 3rd apartment from west at north
Mar 5, 2019 · Apt 11F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors ... in the entrance located at apt 11f, 11th story, 3rd apartment from west at north
Mar 5, 2019 · Apt 11F
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 6f, 6th story, 3rd apartment from west at north
Jun 27, 2012 · Apt 6F
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 6f, 6th story, 3rd apartment from west at north
Jun 27, 2012 · Apt 6F
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and north wall in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 6f, 6th story, 3rd apartment from west at north
Jun 27, 2012 · Apt 6F
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 6f, 6th story, 3rd apartment from west at north
Oct 27, 2011 · Apt 6F
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 6f, 6th story, 3rd apartment from west at north
Oct 27, 2011 · Apt 6F
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 6f, 6th story, 3rd apartment from west at north
Oct 27, 2011 · Apt 6F
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 6f, 6th story, 3rd apartment from west at north
Oct 27, 2011 · Apt 6F
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice cellar at west.
Oct 29, 1991
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing ceramic tiles wall bathroom 2 sty southeast apt 2e. located at apt 2e
Aug 20, 1990 · Apt 2E
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of wood fences erected at all rear apts at yard.
Aug 20, 1990
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective brickwall at fire passage way west front.
Aug 20, 1990
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing floor tile 2nd sty south east apt 2e kitchen. , section '' ''
Aug 20, 1990 · Apt 2E
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
D26-20.08,20.09 adm code file certification of satisfactory installation of smoke detecting device in accordance with h.p.d. rules and regulations.
Aug 13, 1990
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated lock installed door 1 sty public hall vestibule.
Dec 11, 1989
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective wood floor 15 sty southwest penthouse apt 15a throughout. , section '' ''
Oct 20, 1982 · Apt 15A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of dampness of wall penthouse sty south apt penthouse a south room and east room.
Oct 20, 1982
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-13.03 adm code abate the nuisance consisting of vermin walls and ceilings penthouse sty south apt penthouse a south and east rooms.
Oct 20, 1982
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of dampness penetrating ceiling 11th sty north apt 11d front room. , section '' ''
Nov 17, 1981 · Apt 11D
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 33
- 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 - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 9, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 9, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Plumbing none
The dob intends to revoke all approvals and permits under plumbing laa #102396355 due to suspension of master plumbers license. stop all plumbing work under above mentioned permit and obtain a new master plumber to supersede the plumbing permit
Aug 12, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 25, 2018
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 25, 2018
Dob violation - resolved - Facade safety program facade required
Fisp-facade safety program facade required
Feb 6, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 27, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 27, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
May 1, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 28, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 28, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 8, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 19, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 19, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Vcat1-elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Oct 8, 2010
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 17, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 21, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 21, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 16, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 16, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 21, 2004
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 21, 2004
Dob violation - resolved - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 26, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Feb 19, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 27, 2001
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p25608
Oct 31, 2000
Dob violation - resolved - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 7, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p25609
Jan 19, 2000
Dob violation - resolved - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 10, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 5
- Hazardous
No toe board on a two pt. suspended scaffold. outriggers not set-up according to approved plans
Mar 30, 2005 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Sidewalk shed sign with name,address,telephone # of permit holder and permit expiration date.noted no signs on shed.remedy:conform to building code specifications,install sign.
Jan 14, 2004 · Penalty $200
Resolve - Non-hazardous
52y11-36y02-54y02-64o02-63o02. 52-repair oil leak. 36-clean 54-celan 64-clean rails 63-clean rails.
Apr 1, 2003
Resolve - Non-hazardous
34a-boiler room door must open towards egress section 4 6.8 part 4 of title 12 of the official compilation of codes rules and regulations of the state of new york.
May 22, 2002 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work does not conform to approved plans. remedy: amend plans to as built conditions.
Sep 21, 1988 · Penalty $500
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jan 21, 2026 · Apt 6A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jan 21, 2026 · Apt 6A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 23, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 22, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 1, 2023 · Apt 5B
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Nov 3, 2021 · Apt 8G
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Nov 3, 2021 · Apt 8G
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Nov 3, 2021 · Apt 8G
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 3, 2021 · Apt 8G
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 22, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close
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- General
Cooking gas
Apr 23, 2020 · Apt 5D
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Jan 22, 2020 · Apt 2B
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Jan 22, 2020 · Apt 2B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 7, 2019 · Apt 11F
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 1, 2019 · Apt PHC
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Jan 23, 2019 · Apt 11F
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 23, 2019 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 22, 2019 · Apt 7GH
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 23, 2018 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 24, 2018 · Apt 2D
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 15, 2018 · Apt 10E
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 9, 2018 · Apt 11F
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 9, 2018 · Apt 11F
Close - General
Mold
Jun 22, 2012 · Apt 6F
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 22, 2012 · Apt 6F
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jun 22, 2012 · Apt 6F
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jun 22, 2012 · Apt 6F
Close - General
Mold
Feb 15, 2012 · Apt 6F
Close - General
Mold
Jan 24, 2012 · Apt 6F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 24, 2012 · Apt 6F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 24, 2012 · Apt 6F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 24, 2012 · Apt 6F
Close - General
Mold
Jan 18, 2012 · Apt 6F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 18, 2012 · Apt 6F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 18, 2012 · Apt 6F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 18, 2012 · Apt 6F
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jan 18, 2012 · Apt 6F
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jan 18, 2012 · Apt 6F
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Oct 20, 2011 · Apt 6F
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Oct 20, 2011 · Apt 6F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 20, 2011 · Apt 6F
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Oct 20, 2011 · Apt 6F
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Oct 20, 2011 · Apt 6F
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Oct 20, 2011 · Apt 6F
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Oct 6, 2011 · Apt 6F
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Oct 6, 2011 · Apt 6F
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jul 5, 2011 · Apt 2E
Close - Heating
Heat related
Apr 15, 2008 · Apt 2B
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 19, 2005 · Apt 10PH
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jul 1, 2003 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 6, 2026 | $462,500 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Oct 28, 2025 | $415,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Oct 27, 2025 | $745,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Sep 26, 2025 | $410,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D4)
- Year built
- 1963
- Floors
- 14
- Residential units
- 99
- Building area
- 64,674 ft²
- Lot area
- 7,531 ft²
- Zoning
- C1-9
- Community board
- 106
- Council district
- 4
- Block / lot
- 1328 / 30
- Assessed value
- $8,325,900
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #138356, last renewed Sep 22, 2025.
Questions about 238 East 55 Street
Who owns 238 East 55 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 240 East 55th Tenants Corp..
Does 238 East 55 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 28 housing violations at this property.
Is 238 East 55 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 5 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 5% of its 99 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 238 East 55 Street built?
City records list 1963 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 238 East 55 Street?
It has 99 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.