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239 East 81 Street

Manhattan, NY 10028BBL 1-01527-0019Map

Owner of record: East 81st Realty Group LLC

239 East 81 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Manhattan, 10028. It has 18 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is East 81st Realty Group LLC. HPD has recorded 36 housing violations here, most recently on December 11, 2023. 2 of the 36 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 4 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
36
DOB violations
1
ECB violations
1
HPD complaints
67

What to know

Concern
2 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Dec 11, 2023

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
4
About 22% of the building's 18 apartments
Down from 5 in 2018

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 · 36

  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing hook and eye installed at vestibule at basement

    Dec 11, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    Replace with new the broken or defective cabinets at north wall and east wall in the kitchen located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 16, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 16, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 16, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective mechanical ventilator at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 16, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Nov 16, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective sprinbalances to south 1 window (upper and lower sashes) in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 16, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Nov 16, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling and north wall in the 2nd bathroom from east at north located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 16, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • B

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

    Nov 16, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective springbalances to south 1 window, ( upper and lower sashes) in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 16, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 16, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 16, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls in the kitchen located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 16, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective base cabinet sink at north wall (water warped and damaged) in the kitchen located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 16, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective springbalance to south 2 window (upper and lower sashes) in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 16, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective springbalances to south 3 window (upper and lower sashes) in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 16, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective springbalances to south 2 window (upper and lower sashes) in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 16, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective springbalances to south 3 window (upper and lower sashes) in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 16, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south original violation 13835218 issued 16-nov-20 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code ''''27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Nov 16, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes air conditioner unit at 2nd story balcony at east window ,bulding front at fire escape, 2nd story

    Nov 11, 2020

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 3a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 13, 2018 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and walls in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 13, 2018 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Refit upper and lower window sashes in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 3a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 13, 2018 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 3a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 13, 2018 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches at public hall stairs, 4th story

    Nov 13, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 13, 2018 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic wall tiles in the bathroom located at apt 3a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 13, 2018 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd.

    Oct 22, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper.

    Oct 22, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    § 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor frame missing at public hall, 1st story

    May 31, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected at public hall, 1st story

    May 31, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water in the kitchen and in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 8, 2007 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing, in the entire apartment located at apt 1-a, 2nd story, apartment at south

    Mar 8, 2003 · Apt 1-A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at the bathtub, in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 2nd story, apartment at south

    Mar 8, 2003 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 1

  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 1

  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit. noted: in apt#3d observed construction work done w/o permits. 1)new metal studs,new gypsum boards erected,2)new gas,drainsewer & vent pipes installed. 3)new circuit breaker panel,new bx cable

    Mar 30, 2018 · Penalty $800

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 25, 2026 · Apt A

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 25, 2026 · Apt A

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    May 31, 2026 · Apt C

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Apr 5, 2026 · Apt C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 5, 2026 · Apt C

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Apr 5, 2026 · Apt C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 11, 2025 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jun 8, 2025 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 20, 2025 · Apt D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 13, 2023 · Apt 3C

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 9, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 7, 2023 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 30, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 2, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 14, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Mar 1, 2021 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 11, 2021 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Feb 11, 2021 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 5, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Nov 5, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 5, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 5, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Nov 5, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Nov 5, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 5, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Nov 5, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Nov 5, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 13, 2018 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Nov 5, 2018 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 5, 2018 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Nov 5, 2018 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Nov 5, 2018 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 5, 2018 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 5, 2018 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Nov 5, 2018 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Nov 5, 2018 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Nov 5, 2018 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Nov 5, 2018 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 5, 2018 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 5, 2018 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 23, 2018 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 23, 2018 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 15, 2017 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jun 20, 2017 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jun 20, 2017 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jun 20, 2017 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jun 20, 2017 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jun 20, 2017 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 12, 2015 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 14, 2014 · Apt 3B

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C5)
Year built
1920
Floors
4
Residential units
18
Building area
8,786 ft²
Lot area
2,554 ft²
Zoning
R8B
Community board
108
Council district
5
Block / lot
1527 / 19
Assessed value
$1,688,400
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #128416, last renewed Nov 7, 2025.

Questions about 239 East 81 Street

Who owns 239 East 81 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is East 81st Realty Group LLC.

Does 239 East 81 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 36 housing violations at this property.

Is 239 East 81 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 4 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 22% of its 18 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 239 East 81 Street built?

City records list 1920 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 239 East 81 Street?

It has 18 residential units.

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