140 East 81 Street
Manhattan, NY 10028BBL 1-01509-0051Map
Owner of record: 140 East Tenants Corp.
140 East 81 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1928 in Manhattan, 10028. It has 82 residential units across 12 floors. The owner of record is 140 East Tenants Corp.. HPD has recorded 32 housing violations here, most recently on October 1, 2015. 7 of the 32 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 32
- DOB violations
- 63
- ECB violations
- 8
- HPD complaints
- 92
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 · 32
- 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 1, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Replace with new the missing missing light switch cover at north wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt 12f, 12th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 10, 2009 · Apt 12F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls and ceilings in the entire apartment located at apt 12f, 12th story, 1st apartment from east at south , section at east
Mar 13, 2008 · Apt 12F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and walls in the entire apartment located at apt 12f, 12th story, 1st apartment from east at south , section at southeast
Feb 14, 2008 · Apt 12F
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all wood trims and door frames in the entire apartment located at apt 12f, 12th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 18, 2007 · Apt 12F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 12f, 12th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 18, 2007 · Apt 12F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 12f, 12th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 18, 2007 · Apt 12F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in 1st closet at south in the private hallway located at apt 12f, 12th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 18, 2007 · Apt 12F
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls in 1st and 2nd closets at south in the private hallway located at apt 12f, 12th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 18, 2007 · Apt 12F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 12f, 12th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 18, 2007 · Apt 12F
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls in the kitchen located at apt 12f, 12th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 18, 2007 · Apt 12F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east and south walls in the 2nd room from north located at apt 12f, 12th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 18, 2007 · Apt 12F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and west wall in the private hallway located at apt 12f, 12th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 18, 2007 · Apt 12F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and east wall in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 12f, 12th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 18, 2007 · Apt 12F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 12f, 12th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 18, 2007 · Apt 12F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls and ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 12f, 2nd story, apartment at west
Mar 24, 2007 · Apt 12F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color south wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt 12f, 12th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 8, 2007 · Apt 12F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color west wall and ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 12f, 12th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 8, 2007 · Apt 12F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color west, east, north walls, and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 12f, 12th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 8, 2007 · Apt 12F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... east wall , ceiling in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 12f, 12th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 8, 2007 · Apt 12F
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... south wall in the bathroom located at apt 12f, 12th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 8, 2007 · Apt 12F
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... south,north,west walls and, ceiling 1st closet from south at west in the private hallway located at apt 12f, 12th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 8, 2007 · Apt 12F
Open — Nov certified late - CImmediately hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... east wall in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 12f, 12th story, 1st apartment from east at south , section at east
Oct 30, 2006 · Apt 12F
Open — Violation will be reinspected - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... south wall in the bathroom located at apt 12f, 12th story, 1st apartment from east at south , section at east
Oct 30, 2006 · Apt 12F
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... ceiling, south,west,and north walls 2nd closet from north at west private hall located at apt 12f, 12th story, 1st apartment from east at south , section at east
Oct 30, 2006 · Apt 12F
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color south,and east walls in the 2nd room from north located at apt 12f, 12th story, 1st apartment from east at south , section at east
Oct 30, 2006 · Apt 12F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color north, east, and west walls in the bathroom located at apt 12f, 12th story, 1st apartment from east at south , section at east
Oct 30, 2006 · Apt 12F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling,and west wall in the kitchen located at apt 12f, 12th story, 1st apartment from east at south , section at east
Oct 30, 2006 · Apt 12F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling.and west wall in the private hallway located at apt 12f, 12th story, 1st apartment from east at south , section at east
Oct 30, 2006 · Apt 12F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 12f, 12th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 14, 2006 · Apt 12F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 12f, 12th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 14, 2006 · Apt 12F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of garbage cans 5th to 10th stys west public hallfire stairs landing r82.
Mar 25, 1986
Open — Not complied with
DOB building violations · 63
- Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 5, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 5, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 5, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 5, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - High pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file 2013 annual high pressure boiler inspection
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 30, 2014
Dob violation - resolved
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- Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 30, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 30, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 30, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test
Mar 31, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test
Mar 31, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test
Mar 31, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test
Mar 31, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 15, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 15, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 15, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 15, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 6, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 6, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 6, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 6, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 9, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 9, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 9, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 9, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 4, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 4, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 4, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 4, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 9, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 9, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 9, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 9, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Facade facade optional
Ll1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional
Nov 30, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 28, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 28, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 28, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 28, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jul 22, 2006
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 25, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 25, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 25, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 25, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p16715
Mar 22, 2001
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p16716
Mar 22, 2001
Dob violation - resolved
ECB violations · 8
- Class - 1
5/m/p car door restrictor missing provide.
Mar 15, 2022 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Building altered ,changed and occupied without a valid c of o. noted. job # 122875594 alt 1 completed in occupied building and new c of o not issued., obtain a valid c of o or discontinue illegal occupancy
May 23, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Hazardous
74##=test recently installed governor nyc elevator inspector before returning to service.
Aug 24, 2001 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
11b07-30d07-17b07-35b07 11=provide additional lighting as required 30-install smoke hole or hoistway ventilation as reg 30=clean down hoistway 17=install wire glass in cab door vision panel 35=provide additiona
Aug 24, 2001 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
75b-5 year test and tag.
Jul 30, 1997
Resolve - Non-hazardous
75b-5 year test and tag.
Jul 30, 1997
Resolve - Non-hazardous
75b- 5 year test and tag.
Jul 30, 1997 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
F75b 75-5 year test and tag.
Jun 23, 1997
Resolve
Complaints
- Plumbing
Water supply
Feb 6, 2019 · Apt 9E
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 12, 2017 · Apt 1F
Close - General
Windows
Feb 28, 2011 · Apt 1G
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Dec 14, 2010 · Apt PHNS
Close - General
Windows
Dec 14, 2010 · Apt PHNS
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 3, 2009 · Apt 12F
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 10, 2008 · Apt 12F
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Dec 10, 2008 · Apt 12F
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 3, 2008 · Apt 12F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 3, 2008 · Apt 12F
Close
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- Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 3, 2008 · Apt 12F
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Nov 28, 2008 · Apt 12F
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Nov 28, 2008 · Apt 12F
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Nov 20, 2008 · Apt 12F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Nov 20, 2008 · Apt 12F
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Nov 20, 2008 · Apt 12F
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Nov 20, 2008 · Apt 12F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Nov 20, 2008 · Apt 12F
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Nov 20, 2008 · Apt 12F
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
May 27, 2008 · Apt 12F
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
May 27, 2008 · Apt 12F
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
May 27, 2008 · Apt 12F
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
May 27, 2008 · Apt 12F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 27, 2008 · Apt 12F
Close - General
Mold
Feb 28, 2008 · Apt 12F
Close - General
Mold
Feb 4, 2008 · Apt 12F
Close - General
Mold
Feb 4, 2008 · Apt 12F
Close - General
Mold
Feb 4, 2008 · Apt 12F
Close - General
Mold
Nov 6, 2007 · Apt 12F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Nov 6, 2007 · Apt 12F
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Nov 6, 2007 · Apt 12F
Close - General
Mold
Nov 6, 2007 · Apt 12F
Close - General
Mold
Nov 6, 2007 · Apt 12F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Nov 6, 2007 · Apt 12F
Close - General
Mold
Sep 18, 2007 · Apt 12F
Close - General
Mold
Sep 18, 2007 · Apt 12F
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Sep 18, 2007 · Apt 12F
Close - General
Mold
Sep 18, 2007 · Apt 12F
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Sep 18, 2007 · Apt 12F
Close - General
Mold
Jul 16, 2007 · Apt 12F
Close - General
Mold
Jul 16, 2007 · Apt 12F
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jun 6, 2007 · Apt 12F
Close - General
Mold
Jun 6, 2007 · Apt 12F
Close - General
Mold
Jun 6, 2007 · Apt 12F
Close - General
Mold
Jun 6, 2007 · Apt 12F
Close - General
Mold
Feb 12, 2007 · Apt 12F
Close - General
Mold
Feb 12, 2007 · Apt 12F
Close - General
Mold
Feb 1, 2007 · Apt 12F
Close - General
Mold
Feb 1, 2007 · Apt 12F
Close - General
Mold
Feb 1, 2007 · Apt 12F
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 6, 2026 | $900,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Apr 14, 2026 | $900,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Mar 2, 2026 | $2,350,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Jan 15, 2026 | $710,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Jan 12, 2026 | $1,435,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Oct 14, 2025 | Non-market transfer | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Oct 1, 2025 | $875,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D4)
- Year built
- 1928
- Floors
- 12
- Residential units
- 82
- Building area
- 109,157 ft²
- Lot area
- 11,633 ft²
- Zoning
- C1-8X
- Community board
- 108
- Council district
- 4
- Block / lot
- 1509 / 51
- Assessed value
- $14,771,250
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #123338, last renewed Sep 17, 2025.
Questions about 140 East 81 Street
Who owns 140 East 81 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 140 East Tenants Corp..
Does 140 East 81 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 32 housing violations at this property.
Is 140 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 140 East 81 Street built?
City records list 1928 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 140 East 81 Street?
It has 82 residential units and 90 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.