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1256 Lexington Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10028BBL 1-01513-0057Map

Owner of record: 1256 Lexington Ave LLC

1256 Lexington Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10028. It has 3 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 1256 Lexington Ave LLC. HPD has recorded 25 housing violations here, most recently on November 17, 2025. 8 of the 25 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 1 rent-stabilized apartment here in 2019.

HPD violations
25
DOB violations
8
ECB violations
4
HPD complaints
20

What to know

Concern
4 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Nov 17, 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 2019
1
About 33% of the building's 3 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 · 25

  • I

    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 17, 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.

    Apr 1, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    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 15, 2023

    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 15, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 4th story

    Oct 12, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of air conditioner in fire escape window obstructing egress in the 3rd room from east at north located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 12, 2022 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling and north wall in the foyer located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 12, 2022 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and north wall in the foyer located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 12, 2022 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 12, 2022 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of air conditioner in fire escape window obstructing egress in the 3rd room from east at north located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 12, 2022 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock installed at door leading to fire escape window in the 3rd room from east at north located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 12, 2022 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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
  • 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

    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
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective uneven wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 28, 2012 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 28, 2012 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 28, 2012 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 28, 2012 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of air conditioning unit installed at window at room leading to fire escape in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 28, 2012 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of double cylinder key operated lock installed at door in the entrance located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 28, 2012 · Apt 2

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    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 , at front areaway

    Oct 10, 2006

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective light fixtures at door to bldg entrance at front areaway

    Oct 10, 2006

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective buzzer system at vestibule 1 story public hall,for 4 story apt.# 4 , 1st story

    Mar 28, 2006

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 drop ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 17, 2003 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 drop ceiling in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 17, 2003 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 8

  • Immediate emergency anythingoptional

    Remedy-install 20 linear feet of shed across entire.exposure at facade to protect pedestrians along.lexington avenue. shed in front of 1256 lexington ave. to connect to shed at 1258 lexington.avenue ordered erected under seperate ied

    May 11, 2026

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Noted: that one i;;uminated double faced box sign(marquee) hung with t wo 4' & 1' pipe rod anchored into building wall, wording "subway" and awning approx 7'4 x 18' w x 4' thick, 15' high rom curb level installe d without a permit

    Dec 30, 2016

    Vpw*-violation unserved ecb-work without permit-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

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 1, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Electric signs none

    Es-electric signs none

    Jun 15, 1992

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 4

  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain-brick debri pieces fell on sidewalk. at level or floor 2 and 3rd lentils are in need of repairs. remedy: repair lentil ledges as per city code.

    May 10, 2026 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Zr32-652. zoning non-conforming: permitted projection in a c1-8x district. noted: accessory business sign approx. 2'-6"h x 4'-0"l x 8"w withinspection "subway" (2-sided) is suspended approx 15 ft above & 8ft ac

    Dec 30, 2016 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Zr 32-652 zoning non-comforming:permitted projection in a c1-8x district.noted:accessary business sign,approx.2'-6" high x 4'-0" long x 8" wide,w/inscription "subway" (2-sided),is suspended approx 15ft above &

    Jul 1, 2016

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o permit.noted:no permits for projecting illuminated accessory business sign awnings w/text including "subway". rem:obtain all req'd permits or restore premises to prior legal condition.

    Mar 13, 2014

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 29, 2014 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 29, 2014 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 21, 2014 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Sep 26, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Sep 26, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Sep 26, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 26, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Sep 26, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Sep 26, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    May 22, 2008 · Apt 4

    Close
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  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Sep 27, 2007 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    May 5, 2007 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Sep 20, 2006 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Mar 23, 2006 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 28, 2005 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 26, 2005 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 5, 2004 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 4, 2003 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 28, 2003 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Jun 15, 2003 · Apt 3

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Mixed residential and retail building (S3)
Year built
1910
Floors
4
Residential units
3
Building area
4,336 ft²
Lot area
1,343 ft²
Zoning
C1-8X
Community board
108
Council district
4
Block / lot
1513 / 57
Assessed value
$1,780,200
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #140191, last renewed Jan 7, 2026.

Questions about 1256 Lexington Avenue

Who owns 1256 Lexington Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 1256 Lexington Ave LLC.

Does 1256 Lexington Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 25 housing violations at this property.

Is 1256 Lexington Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 1 rent-stabilized units here in 2019 (about 33% of its 3 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 1256 Lexington Avenue built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 1256 Lexington Avenue?

It has 3 residential units and 4 units in total.

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