401 East 50 Street
Manhattan, NY 10022BBL 1-01362-0001Map
Owner of record: East 50th Street Investors LLC
401 East 50 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Manhattan, 10022. It has 25 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is East 50th Street Investors LLC. HPD has recorded 96 housing violations here, most recently on February 25, 2023. 13 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 96
- DOB violations
- 11
- ECB violations
- 5
- HPD complaints
- 89
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
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 96
- CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at 1st door from east at public hall, 1st story
Feb 25, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 14, 2020 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of awning obstructing the drop ladder at fire escape west stack
Jan 9, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of air conditioner unit installed at window 4th story balcony obstructing the egress at fire escape west stack
Jan 9, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of air conditioner unit installed at window 6th story balcony obstructing the egress at fire escape west stack
Jan 9, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of air conditioner unit installed at window 3rd story balcony obstructing the egress at fire escape building front
Jan 9, 2020
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of air conditioner unit installed at window 5th story balcony obstructing the egress at fire escape building front
Jan 9, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of air conditioner unit installed at window 6th story balcony obstructing the egress at fire escape building front
Jan 9, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures at hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 5d, 6th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Dec 31, 2019 · Apt 5D
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 5d, 6th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Dec 31, 2019 · Apt 5D
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 . frame missing , 1st story
May 1, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes . air conditioner protruding from fire escape window at 1st window from east at north at building front fire escape , 5th story
May 1, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - 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 lobby, 1st story
Jan 19, 2017
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective intercome bell-buzzer system at building entrance vestibule, so it works for apartment 3d
Sep 11, 2016
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective inoperative intercom system from first story public hall vestibule to in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 21, 2016 · Apt 3D
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective bell-buzzer intercom system, so it works for apartment 5c at lobby, 1st story
Apr 19, 2016
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardent ceiling throughout at cellar
Nov 6, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide fire watch until fire stoppage has been replaced at all renovated apt 2d and 2c located at apt bldg
Jul 30, 2015 · Apt BLDG
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following minimum 100 watts
Jul 30, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective flue pipe at boiler at cellar
Jul 30, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the garbage at cellar
Jul 30, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1d, 2nd story, apartment at west
Jul 30, 2015 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1d, 2nd story, apartment at west
Jul 30, 2015 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls and ceiling through out in the entire apartment located at apt 1d, 2nd story, apartment at west
Jul 30, 2015 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Refit door in the entrance located at apt 1d, 2nd story, apartment at west
Jul 30, 2015 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire stoppage material removed at entire walls and ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story
Jul 30, 2015 · Apt 2D
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire stoppage material removed at entire walls and ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 2c, 2nd story, apartment at east
Jul 30, 2015 · Apt 2C
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing handrail at stairs from vestibule to 1st story public hall
Jul 8, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective intercom system from vestibule to in the private hallway located at apt 16, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jul 8, 2015 · Apt 16
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 16, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jul 8, 2015 · Apt 16
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 16, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jul 8, 2015 · Apt 16
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of air conditioner installed at west window on 2nd story balcony, at south fire escape ,at east building front
Jul 8, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing hand rail at building front stoop
Jul 8, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agency?s housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story
Jun 1, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective intercom system from building front entrance to private hall located at apt 25, 6th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 1, 2015 · Apt 25
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 16, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 1, 2015 · Apt 16
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 16, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 1, 2015 · Apt 16
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective intercom system from building front entrance to private hall located at apt 16, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 1, 2015 · Apt 16
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective intercom system in the entrance located at apt 25, 6th story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 6, 2015 · Apt 25
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective glass at window lower sash at public hall, 1st story
May 6, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 5, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 2, 2015 · Apt 5
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 5, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 2, 2015 · Apt 5
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agency?s housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story
Apr 2, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Fire escape defective. properly secure the loose metal tread, 4th from the bottom at the frist front balcony at fire escape, 2nd story
Apr 2, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding 130 degress in the kitchen and in the bathroom located at apt 5, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 2, 2015 · Apt 5
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective electrical ceiling ligth fixture in the 1st room from east located at apt 2, 2nd story, apartment at north
Apr 4, 2001 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective electrical wall outlet 4th room from east and in the 1st room from east located at apt 2, 2nd story, apartment at north
Apr 4, 2001 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east wall in the foyer located at apt 2, 2nd story, apartment at north
Apr 4, 2001 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective and or make operable lower window sashes north and south in the 1st room from east located at apt 2, 2nd story, apartment at north
Apr 4, 2001 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective lock at 1 sty door leading to backyard.
Feb 23, 1994
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 11
- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Nov 18, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 21, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jul 30, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 13, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Feb 27, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Feb 27, 2002
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Mar 13, 2001
Dob violation - dismissed - Electric signs none
Es-electric signs none
Nov 20, 1992
Dob violation - dismissed - Electric signs none
Es-electric signs none
Jul 27, 1992
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Electric signs none
Es-electric signs none
Sep 12, 1991
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 5
- Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.noted @ front,fire escape in obstructed w/ household materials creating a tripping hazard.in the cellar,there are several large areas of the fire stopping ceili
Jul 30, 2015 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Work no permit. observed on 7/30/15 in cellar installation of house water lines throughout cellar-removal of underground waste - no part of appl 122276973 4". photos taken. rmdy: obtain a permit or restore
Jul 30, 2015 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 2
Work does not conform to approved construction documents &/or approvedamendments.noted job#122270973 does not indicate removal of fire stopping ceiling & removal of supporting partition walls.@ time of inspecti
Jul 30, 2015 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/o a permit.noted in apt.2d & 2c all outer perimeter walls & separating apt walls has been demolished.there is no demolition plans or permit on file.rem obtain permit
Jul 30, 2015 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.noted;in apt1d thereare numerous cracks on the walls & ceiling.rem maintain bldg.
Jul 30, 2015 · Penalty $500
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Mold
Oct 17, 2025 · Apt 5A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 24, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 9, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 8, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 8, 2023 · Apt 3CBUIL
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 8, 2023 · Apt 3CBUIL
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 3, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 3, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 3, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 2, 2023 · Apt 1B
Close
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- Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 28, 2022 · Apt 4C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 28, 2022 · Apt 4C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 30, 2020 · Apt 3D
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 13, 2020 · Apt 1C
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Jan 26, 2020 · Apt 5A
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jan 5, 2020 · Apt 5D
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 1, 2020 · Apt BLDG
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Dec 26, 2019 · Apt 3D
Close - Door/window
Window pane
Dec 26, 2019 · Apt 3D
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Dec 26, 2019 · Apt 3D
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 31, 2018 · Apt 2A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
May 7, 2017 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Apr 22, 2017 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 28, 2016 · Apt 3D
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Aug 26, 2016 · Apt 3D
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Jun 10, 2016 · Apt 3D
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Jun 10, 2016 · Apt 3D
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Apr 13, 2016 · Apt 5C
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Apr 13, 2016 · Apt 5C
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 14, 2016 · Apt 1D
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 13, 2016 · Apt 3D
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Jun 25, 2015 · Apt 16
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 19, 2015 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Door
May 19, 2015 · Apt 25
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 19, 2015 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
May 19, 2015 · Apt 16
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
May 19, 2015 · Apt 25
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
May 19, 2015 · Apt 25
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
May 19, 2015 · Apt 25
Close - Door/window
Door
Apr 1, 2015 · Apt 25
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 1, 2015 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Apr 1, 2015 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 1, 2015 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Apr 1, 2015 · Apt 25
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Apr 1, 2015 · Apt 25
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Mar 23, 2015 · Apt 25
Close - Electric
No lighting
Mar 23, 2015 · Apt 25
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Mar 23, 2015 · Apt 25
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Mar 23, 2015 · Apt 25
Close - Door/window
Window pane
Mar 23, 2015 · Apt 25
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C7)
- Year built
- 1930
- Floors
- 6
- Residential units
- 25
- Building area
- 14,937 ft²
- Lot area
- 3,127 ft²
- Zoning
- R10
- Community board
- 106
- Council district
- 4
- Block / lot
- 1362 / 1
- Assessed value
- $3,352,500
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #115883, last renewed Sep 30, 2025.
Questions about 401 East 50 Street
Who owns 401 East 50 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is East 50th Street Investors LLC.
Does 401 East 50 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 96 housing violations at this property.
Is 401 East 50 Street rent stabilized?
No rent-stabilized units appear in its 2018–2024 tax bills. Individual apartments can still be regulated, so request the rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal if unsure.
When was 401 East 50 Street built?
City records list 1930 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 401 East 50 Street?
It has 25 residential units and 30 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.