553 Park Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10065BBL 1-01396-0071Map

553 Park Avenue is an elevator apartment building built in 1913 in Manhattan, 10065. It has 25 residential units across 12 floors. The owner of record is 555 Park Ave INC. HPD has recorded 3 housing violations here, most recently on November 3, 2022. 1 of the 3 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations: 3
DOB violations: 40
ECB violations: 15
HPD complaints: 1

What to know

Good

No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good

Last violation Nov 3, 2022

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

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 3

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.
Nov 3, 2022
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 25, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed
BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of gas dryer at cellar laundry room not properly vented to outer air.
Jun 14, 1982
Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 40

Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
May 3, 2024
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 13, 2014
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 13, 2014
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 13, 2014
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 19, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 19, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 19, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 29, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 29, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 29, 2012
Dob violation - resolved

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Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 28, 2012
Dob violation - active
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 28, 2011
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 28, 2011
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 28, 2011
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 7, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 7, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 7, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 9, 2007
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 9, 2007
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 9, 2007
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 9, 2006
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 9, 2006
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 9, 2006
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 21, 2005
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 21, 2005
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 21, 2005
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 29, 2004
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 29, 2004
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 29, 2004
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Mar 21, 2003
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
1p7902
Jun 26, 2001
Dob violation - resolved
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed
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
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 6, 1991
Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed
Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Aug 2, 1989
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
(overhead) secure door & repair wall, clean & replace covers
Apr 19, 1989
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
No access to overhead
Apr 19, 1989
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
No access overhead
Apr 19, 1989
Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 15

Class - 2
At time of inspection i observed hanging suspended scaffold at exposure #4 connected to outrigger beams on the roof used for facade operation upon request to view the copy of notification made to department of
Aug 16, 2023 · Penalty $500
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to maintain exterior building.exposure #1 and exposure #4 cracks in limestone base.new cracks in granite trim in window wells at exp#1 and #4.rem:maintain exterior building-provide safety measures,repai
Feb 19, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Active
Class - 1
1rcny misc rs misc owner failed to repair north elevation exposure #1 and west elevation exposure #4 cracked limestone,base stone by (qewi).(qewi recommended repair be made by 9/29/16 a 12/20/17 no such repair
Dec 20, 2017
Resolve
Class - 2
Bc3307.6.5.11:notification.failed to notify the dept prior to removal of equipment.note:at time of inspection i observed no sws in place shed was removed w/o notifying the dept prior to removal.rem:comply w/cod
Aug 22, 2017
Resolve
Non-hazardous
55y13/59q03/39o02/16t07/05o03 55) main machine oil leak and clean mainmachine 59) motor room lights unguarded 39) clean motor room floor oil16) number hoistway doors also clean hoistway doors and trucks and
Oct 26, 2005
Resolve
Non-hazardous
38o02/66o02/59q03/55y13/64q03/16t07/05o02/84m07 38) clean car top 66) clean pit 59) motor room light unguarded 55) oil leak main machine andclean main machine. 64) pit light missing and unguarded 16) number
Oct 26, 2005
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to obtain permit for temporary construction.note:sidewalk shedpermit #103059716 expired on 12/29/02 remedy:obtain/renew sidewalk shed permit/post
Mar 25, 2003 · Penalty $400
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to provide approved plans at time of inspection.work noted:erecting structural steel tubing at top of garage entry w/o approved plans.location:above auto parking garage entrance ajacent to gas station
Apr 4, 2000
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to file a report of compliance with local law 16/84 - certifying to the installation of required fire protection systems.remedy:file report
Feb 24, 2000
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Plumbing work without a permit. remedy: obtain a permit if feasible orrestore to prior legal condition.
Mar 18, 1999 · Penalty $800
Resolve

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Non-hazardous
50y,33d,30p, 30 no access to car top 33 repair and secure overhead rm ladder
Dec 22, 1997
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Work without a permit note-satelite dis approximately 6' diameter attached to vertical member which is attached to bulbhead at roof level. remedy:obtain permits and approvals from this department or res
Jul 21, 1993 · Penalty $175
Resolve
Non-hazardous
33p,33 provide access to overhead
Jun 6, 1991 · Penalty $75
Resolve
Non-hazardous
33p, 33 - provide access to over head
Jun 6, 1991
Resolve
Non-hazardous
33,33 repair wall is over head & clean
Jun 6, 1991
Resolve

Complaints

Heating
Heat related
Mar 7, 2011 · Apt 16E
Close

Sales history

Date	Price	Type	Units
Jul 2, 2026	$3,795,000	Coops - elevator apartments	—
Feb 9, 2026	Non-market transfer	Coops - elevator apartments	—

Building details

Building type: Elevator apartment building (D4)
Year built: 1913
Floors: 12
Residential units: 25
Building area: 95,603 ft²
Lot area: 10,165 ft²
Zoning: R10
Community board: 108
Council district: 4
Block / lot: 1396 / 71
Assessed value: $12,882,150
Landmark / historic district: Upper East Side Historic District

HPD registration #112459, last renewed Aug 23, 2025.

Questions about 553 Park Avenue

Who owns 553 Park Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 555 Park Ave INC.

Does 553 Park Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 3 housing violations at this property.

Is 553 Park Avenue 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 553 Park Avenue built?

City records list 1913 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 553 Park Avenue?

It has 25 residential units and 26 units in total.

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