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104 East 81 Street

Manhattan, NY 10028BBL 1-01509-0066Map

Owner of record: 104-106 East 81st St

104 East 81 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1900 in Manhattan, 10028. It has 48 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is 104-106 East 81st St. HPD has recorded 24 housing violations here, most recently on September 16, 2025. City tax records listed 23 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
24
DOB violations
25
ECB violations
16
HPD complaints
12

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Sep 16, 2025

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

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
23
About 48% of the building's 48 apartments

Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 24

  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots at six story balcony at building front at fire escape, 6th story

    Sep 16, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 8, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Feb 15, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling. in the kitchen located at apt 1c, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    May 3, 2021 · Apt 1C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation steam riser. in the kitchen located at apt 1c, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    May 3, 2021 · Apt 1C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 16, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 1, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts 1st story south 1 apartment 1g--(vacate #136039)

    Mar 9, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 2; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 4g, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 6, 2017 · Apt 4G

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots on balcony at building rear at fire escape, 4th story

    Mar 6, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage in the entire apartment located at apt 1g, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 15, 2017 · Apt 1G

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the east and south walls in the 2nd room from north located at apt 2g, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 11, 2017 · Apt 2G

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of discolored water at bathtub bathroom 1 sty rear west apt 1h. , section '' ''

    Sep 5, 1990 · Apt 1H

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code refit door bulkhead to roof.

    Jul 27, 1989

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling front room 6th sty rear west apt 6h. , section '' ''

    Jul 27, 1989 · Apt 6H

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls and ceiling rear room 6th sty rear west apt 6h. , section '' ''

    Jul 27, 1989 · Apt 6H

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls and ceilings bulkhead landing public hall.

    Jul 27, 1989

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    § 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 partitions erected creating apt at cellar rear.

    Jul 27, 1989

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 3 sty apt 3d. , section '' ''

    Nov 14, 1986 · Apt 3D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    D26-12.03 adm code paint to the satisfaction of this department the exterior window frames and sashes 1 sty rear apt 1g throughout.

    Jun 25, 1984

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color bathroom ceiling 1 sty rear apt 1g. located at apt 1g

    Jun 25, 1984 · Apt 1G

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    D26-20.08 adm code post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing.

    Jan 11, 1984

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling bulkhead landing public hall.

    Jan 11, 1984

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code refit door public hall bulkhead to roof.

    Jan 11, 1984

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 25

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Oct 4, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Nov 10, 2021

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 7, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 7, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 1, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 8, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 8, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 7, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 7, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Oct 19, 2010

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 19, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 19, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 23, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 23, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 12, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 12, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 17, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 17, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Dec 2, 1999

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 21, 1994

    Vw-violation work without permit - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 21, 1994

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 30, 1994

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    03-provide toe-15-provide floor#'s-30-remove loose plaster from hoistway-32-covesr-35-repair stairs to motor room and provide missing handrail

    Mar 20, 1990

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    03-toe guard-16-provide floor numbers-37-25-file application and obtain permit for installation of new door operator-30-remove loose plaster

    Mar 20, 1990

    Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 16

  • Class - 1

    Class 1: 8.j.1 car floor not level with landing sell. adjust to level car at every floor landing. 15.m.7 certificated frame missing from car. provide frame & inspection certificate. 16.e.1 hoistway door in lobb

    Oct 31, 2022 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Work without a permit.at the time of inspection,i observed demolition of load bearing walls.non-load bearing wall removed in apt 3e and 3f.walls around the kitchen and bathroom were removed without a permit in

    Sep 13, 2021 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Electrical work without a permit.at the time of inspection,i observed electrical temp wiring hanging from the ceiling.main wires in place were removed from the apt walls,kitchen,bathroom and common areas.remedy

    Sep 13, 2021 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Plumbing work without a permit.at the time of inspection,i observed two bathroom being demo out into apartments 3e and 3f plus in area for new bathroom in apt 3f,the old entrance into the apt is located.remedy:

    Sep 13, 2021 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Tenant protection plan required.at the time of inspection,i observed aapt 3e and 3f undergoing interior gut rehabilitation which includes the removal of interior walls,plumbing,and electrical fixtures.the work

    Sep 13, 2021 · Penalty $10,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Class 1 item,/ fire service no fire service in controller remedy, as per code fire service as to work on phase 1&2 with dlm system in the controller. class 2 items./ in car phone not working remedy; repair ./ f

    Aug 11, 2021 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o permit. noted: at time of inspection observed construction inprogress apt 1e 1st story. new installation of sheetrock fire stoppingnew plumbing fixtures in bathroom and kitchen. new electrical circuit

    May 25, 2017 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    01b10,30a11,05b01,41d06,40o02,68b07. 01b10-in car stop switch no alarmbell repair; 30a11-top normal limit roller has top replace; 05b01-car door closing force adjust.

    Jul 21, 2014 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work does not conform to approved plans noted: application # 101942098. interior renovation of apartment combining apts f & h. noted: removed exterior brick wall to install windows in bathroom at north

    Dec 2, 1999 · Penalty $130

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    18m,30o,75m,20i,36p,35p,10l,57o,8v,1a. inter lock missing lobby floor provide, floor top and shaftway, repair damage push button glass top floor, patch unset light switch on car top push button panel, little p

    Jan 26, 1999 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
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  • Non-hazardous

    25q,30o,74l,30b,75d,36d,36l,53d,50y,22d,30h. clean car top, replace car top light damage, remove unuse green field in shaftway top floor, patch hole on top floor shaftway.

    Jan 25, 1999 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. noted: interior renovation of apt 5h & 5f including removal of wall thus combining apts. erecting new partition and renovation of bathroom and new kitchen. job approx 50% complete

    Aug 12, 1998 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    75b- 5 year test is needed.

    Jul 30, 1997

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    75b-5 year test is needed.

    Jul 30, 1997

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    28h,25l,08v,36w,53m,#53 light switch

    Jun 7, 1991 · Penalty $150

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    28h,25l,08v,37r,53m,36w,#37 paper from controller contacts. #53 light switch.

    Jun 7, 1991

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    May 30, 2026 · Apt 6C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 11, 2026 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Apr 11, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    May 2, 2021 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jan 31, 2021 · Apt 3H

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 17, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 17, 2015 · Apt 7A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 14, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Jun 13, 2007 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Jun 13, 2007 · Apt 3F

    Close
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  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Oct 22, 2004 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Oct 22, 2003 · Apt 4H

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Elevator apartment building (D1)
Year built
1900
Floors
6
Residential units
48
Building area
40,632 ft²
Lot area
8,480 ft²
Zoning
R8B
Community board
108
Council district
4
Block / lot
1509 / 66
Assessed value
$5,410,800
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #122913, last renewed Jul 2, 2025.

Questions about 104 East 81 Street

Who owns 104 East 81 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 104-106 East 81st St.

Does 104 East 81 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 24 housing violations at this property.

Is 104 East 81 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 23 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 48% of its 48 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 104 East 81 Street built?

City records list 1900 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 104 East 81 Street?

It has 48 residential units.

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