889 Lexington Avenue
Manhattan, NY 10065BBL 1-01401-0020Map
Owner of record: 131 East 66th Street Corporation
889 Lexington Avenue is an elevator apartment building built in 1906 in Manhattan, 10065. It has 44 residential units across 11 floors. The owner of record is 131 East 66th Street Corporation. HPD has recorded 3 housing violations here, most recently on October 25, 2016. 2 of the 3 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 3
- DOB violations
- 86
- ECB violations
- 23
- HPD complaints
- 0
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
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
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.
Oct 25, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint or post a sign indicating floors all wall of fire stairs public hall all stys at west.
Dec 16, 1992
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint or post a sign indicating floors all walls of fire stairs public hall all stys at east.
Dec 16, 1992
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 86
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - 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, 2021
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 5, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 5, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 5, 2020
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 5, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 5, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 5, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 7, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 7, 2019
Dob violation - resolved
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- Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 7, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 3, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 3, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 3, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 3, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 3, 2017
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 - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 25, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 25, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 25, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 17, 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
Aug 13, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2012 cat 1 insp/tst
May 30, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2012 cat 1 insp/tst
May 30, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2012 cat 1 insp/tst
May 30, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 26, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 26, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 25, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 25, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 25, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jul 11, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 4, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 4, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 4, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 4, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 4, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 11, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 11, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 11, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 11, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 11, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 11, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 11, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 11, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 11, 2010
Dob violation - resolved
ECB violations · 23
- Class - 2
Wrk w/o permit.at time of inspection observed interior alt made,that change from the original construction with removed or demolition of party walls between apt 8e and 8f on the 8th fl and apt 9e and 9f on the
Dec 10, 2020 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/o a permit.upon physcial inspec.found large part of underground storm & sanitary drainage/venting piping being replaced in basement.partial stop work order in basement-only-except to make safe.remedy:obt
Dec 8, 2011 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Unlawful acts failure to comply with an order of the commissioner a request was made to provide to department within 24 hours but not more than 48 hrs with required reports pertaining to suspended scaffold equi
Nov 9, 2009 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to provide all information of sidewalk shed sign as required. noted: sidewalk shed at exp 3 under permit #120121732 has no permit # posted/provided on the sign. remedy: provide correct information as
Oct 30, 2009
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to perform a safe/proper inspection of suspended scaffold. noted: all double wraps house only 3 fist grips, tie backs and life linessecured to same point of anchorage, and tie backs at approx 45 degree
Oct 30, 2009 · Penalty $10,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Inadequate safety measures: operation of hoisting equipment in an unsafe manner. noted: 4 life lines are secured to 1 another, operation of 1 scaffold platform directly above another. remedy: discontinue use.
Oct 30, 2009 · Penalty $4,800
Resolve - Class - 1
Licensed rigger designated an unqualified foreman. noted: foreman on site, angel bermejo, w/dob issued card #9865 exp 4.30.12 and certificate from rigger iss. 11.3.06. could not identify unsafe rigging practice
Oct 30, 2009 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Non-hazardous
84x10,86bb05,55y10,55o02,66o02,38o02,36b07,36#07. 84-x intercom; inoperative;repair;provide 2 way comm. 55-y hoist machine oiled,fix,repair,seal & clean. 38-o vacuum t.o.c dust chalk. 36-b provide ladder for
Oct 23, 2007 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
84m10,21a01,36t07,22v10,22n10,66o02.84m10-alarm,no bell,no sound,provide 2 bell if necessary.intercom not working properly.21a01-bottom doorlock jams in lock position.36t07-provide overhead sign on door.22v10-
Jun 14, 2007
Resolve - Hazardous
Plumbing work w/o a permit. observed flexable connections going to dryers. also no sprinklers in (fp) laundry room. there is no c.o for laundry room. remedy: obtain a permit if feasible or restore to prior lega
Jul 29, 2005 · Penalty $800
Resolve
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- Non-hazardous
40t07/ 40t07=overhead wheel house machine room door is without signageindicating "elevator machine room".
Mar 8, 2005 · Penalty $350
Resolve - Hazardous
Cease use 73##/ 50i12/ 51i12/ 30i12/ 49h12/ 42l11/ 79##/ 30i12 > have device tested by dob inoperctor ( #79 ) #30 - repalce broken cwts failure to report an accident pro,plty as per 27-1006 accident occu
Apr 15, 2003 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
48u,49u. reshakel and date same.
Sep 8, 1999
Resolve - Non-hazardous
48u,49u. reshakel tag and date same.
Sep 8, 1999
Resolve - Non-hazardous
18j-adjust 3rd floor doorlock
Dec 10, 1997
Resolve - Unknown
46u. 46-reshackle.
Jan 25, 1996
Resolve - Unknown
46u. 46-reshackle.
Jan 25, 1996
Resolve - Unknown
46u. 46-hoist cables
Jan 24, 1996
Resolve - Unknown
46u. 46-reshackle
Jan 24, 1996
Resolve - Unknown
46u. 46-reshackle
Jan 24, 1996
Resolve - Non-hazardous
08v, 74a repair basement hatch door
Jan 13, 1992
Resolve - Non-hazardous
74a turn down and undercut hoist motor commutator
Jan 13, 1992
Resolve - Non-hazardous
74a) turn down and undercut hoist motor commutator
Jan 13, 1992
Resolve
Complaints
No HPD complaints in our records
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 17, 2026 | $545,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Oct 3, 2025 | $3,825,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D4)
- Year built
- 1906
- Floors
- 11
- Residential units
- 44
- Building area
- 134,467 ft²
- Lot area
- 17,071 ft²
- Zoning
- R9X
- Community board
- 108
- Council district
- 4
- Block / lot
- 1401 / 20
- Assessed value
- $16,110,000
- Landmark / historic district
- INDIVIDUAL LANDMARK
HPD registration #112514, last renewed Sep 8, 2025.
Questions about 889 Lexington Avenue
Who owns 889 Lexington Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 131 East 66th Street Corporation.
Does 889 Lexington Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 3 housing violations at this property.
Is 889 Lexington 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 889 Lexington Avenue built?
City records list 1906 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 889 Lexington Avenue?
It has 44 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.