48 East 81 Street
Manhattan, NY 10028BBL 1-01492-0043Map
Owner of record: Demain C'est Loin, LLC
48 East 81 Street is an one-family home built in 1924 in Manhattan, 10028. It has 1 residential unit across 5 floors. The owner of record is Demain C'est Loin, LLC. HPD has recorded 37 housing violations here, most recently on July 7, 1997.
- HPD violations
- 37
- DOB violations
- 34
- ECB violations
- 13
- HPD complaints
- 3
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 · 37
- ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling 2 sty east apt 1 bathroom. , section '' ''
Jul 7, 1997 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of concealed leak ceiling 2 sty east apt 1 bathroom. , section '' ''
Jul 7, 1997 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing 2 sty east apt 1 clancy. , section '' ''
Jul 7, 1997 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in bathtub at bathroom 2 sty east apt 1 er1. , section '' ''
Apr 15, 1997 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in sink at kitchen 2 sty east apt 1 er1. , section '' ''
Apr 15, 1997 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls & ceilings south room & private hall 2 sty east apt 1. , section '' ''
Apr 15, 1997 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of evidence concealed water leak ceiling at bathroom 2 sty east apt 1. , section '' ''
Apr 15, 1997 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide sufficient, proper and separate metal receptacles for the deposit of garbage, rubbish and other waste material and arrange for collection and disposal of such material.
Aug 20, 1996
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper.
Aug 20, 1996
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated lock presently installed entrance door 2 sty southeast apt 1. located at apt 1
Aug 20, 1996 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed
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- BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile west wall bathroom 2 sty southeast apt 1. located at apt 1
Aug 20, 1996 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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 or near mailboxes 1 sty public hall
Aug 13, 1993
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Provide place within the building for the storage of waste receptacles and disinfect same regularly.
Aug 13, 1993
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing baluster 2 to 3 sty public hall
Apr 15, 1993
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose wood tread 1 & 14 up from bottom 3 to 4 sty public hall
Apr 15, 1993
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide sufficient, proper and separate metal receptacles for the deposit of garbage, rubbish and other waste material and arrange for collection and disposal of such material.
Apr 15, 1993
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination vestibule 1 sty public hall entrance
Apr 15, 1993
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 100 watts incandescent or equivalent night inspection
Apr 15, 1993
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing baluster 4 sty public hall stairs landing
Apr 15, 1993
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wall to floor terrace at 2 sty southwest apt 1. , section '' ''
Sep 16, 1992 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling at bathroom 2 sty southwest apt 1. , section '' ''
Sep 16, 1992 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and walls clothes closet at private hall 2 sty apt 1. , section '' ''
Sep 16, 1992 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing ceramic wall tiles at bathroom 2 sty southwest apt 1 , section '' ''
Sep 16, 1992 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches 2 sty southwest apt 1. , section '' ''
Sep 16, 1992 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective public hall bulkhead roof
Mar 26, 1992
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
§ 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration entrance door sealed 3 sty north public hall.
Mar 26, 1992
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose balustrade 1st to 2nd sty public hall stairs.
Mar 26, 1992
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-19.05 adm code provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination 1 st sty public hall.
Mar 26, 1992
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
§ 300, 301, 302, m/d law file plans and obtain a certificate of occupancy to legalize the following alteration or restore premises to prior legal condition apt converted to doctors office 1 sty contrary to c of o.
Mar 26, 1992
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective boiler room and cellar center ceiling r28.
Mar 26, 1992
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 2 sty apt 1. , section '' ''
Nov 1, 1990 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department 2 sty apt 1 thru out. , section '' ''
Apr 10, 1990 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of 2 sty apt 1 all fixtures excessive hot water. , section '' ''
Apr 10, 1990 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective viewing monitor 2 sty apt 1 to vestibule. , section '' ''
Jan 14, 1986 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of ceiling dampness 2 sty apt 1 bathroom. , section '' ''
Jan 14, 1986 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective wood parquet floor 2 sty apt 1 private hall. , section '' ''
Jan 14, 1986 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing light fixture cover 2 sty apt 1 bathroom. , section '' ''
Jan 14, 1986 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 34
- Plumbing none
Stop all plumbing work under permit number m01353144-s1-pl
Aug 21, 2026
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report
Nov 8, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report
Nov 8, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jun 26, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jun 26, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 3, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 3, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 19, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 6, 2006
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 6, 2006
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 31, 2005
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 31, 2005
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 16, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed - 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
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 10, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 1, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 13
- Class - 2
At time of inspection on active job site with permit # m01353144-i1-gc the permit holder fail to provide fire extinguishers throughout entire site as per fire code., comply with fire code
Aug 21, 2026 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
At time of inspection observed new ductwork installed throughout from a/c on 1st to 3rd floor with no active permit on file or record as of 8/21/2026 at 12:30 pm., obtain all permits
Aug 21, 2026 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Observed electrical permit # m01430643-i1-el in dob now stated clearly work is complete status , but the scope of work is still in progress with new electrical work continued with no other permit on file as of
Aug 21, 2026 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#39001490j issued on 02-13-19 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. no c of c on file. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or file a c
Aug 7, 2019
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#39001491l issued on 02/13/19 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. work w/o permit. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or file a c of
Aug 7, 2019
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply with the commissioners' order contained in summons/violation #39001491l issued on 2/13/19 and to file a cert.of correctionpursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.work w/o a permit.no c of c on f
May 25, 2019
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioners' order contained in summons/violation #39001490j issued on 2/13/19 and to file a cert.of correctionpursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.work does not conform to approve
May 25, 2019
Resolve - Class - 1
Work does not conform to approved construction documents. noted: roof deck installed under job # 102509796 and signed off on 12/10/2003 but deck has two levels contrary to plan and railings are glass contrary t
Feb 13, 2019
Resolve - Class - 1
Work without a permit. noted: railing on roof deck replaced with glass railings and modifications to deck made not conforming to approved plans for job #102509796 which was signed off on 12/10/2003, obtain perm
Feb 13, 2019
Resolve - Class - 2
B265 as per class 2 (b26) 28-303.7. failure to file a complete boilerinspection report as per dob records. submit a current b09 report. correct all violating conditions and submit the certificate of correction
Aug 16, 2016 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
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- Class - 2
B265 as per class 2 (b265) 28-303.7. failure to file a complete boiler inspection report as per dob records. submit a current b09 report. correct all vioalting conditions and submit the certificate of correct
Aug 16, 2016 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
B265 as per class 2 (b265) 28-303.7 failure to file a complete boiler inspection report as per dob records. submit a current b09 report correct all violating conditions and submit the certificate of correctio
Aug 16, 2016 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
B265 as per class 2 (b265) 28-303.7 failure to file a complete boiler inspection report as per dob records. submit a current b09 report correct all violating conditions and submit the certificate of correctio
Aug 16, 2016 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
Complaints
- Water leak
Slow leak
Jan 3, 2025 · Apt 2NDFLO
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 3, 2025 · Apt 2NDFLO
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 31, 2024 · Apt 2NDFLO
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 29, 2025 | $16,750,000 | One family dwellings | 1 |
Building details
- Building type
- One-family home (A4)
- Year built
- 1924
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 1
- Building area
- 6,200 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,043 ft²
- Zoning
- R8B
- Community board
- 108
- Council district
- 4
- Block / lot
- 1492 / 43
- Assessed value
- $995,520
- Landmark / historic district
- No
Questions about 48 East 81 Street
Who owns 48 East 81 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Demain C'est Loin, LLC.
Does 48 East 81 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 37 housing violations at this property.
Is 48 East 81 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 48 East 81 Street built?
City records list 1924 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 48 East 81 Street?
It has 1 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.