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524 East 85 Street

Manhattan, NY 10028BBL 1-01581-0142Map

Owner of record: George Robert Revocable Trust

524 East 85 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1900 in Manhattan, 10028. It has 10 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is George Robert Revocable Trust. HPD has recorded 39 housing violations here, most recently on October 25, 2023. City tax records listed 4 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
39
DOB violations
14
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
36

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Oct 25, 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 40% of the building's 10 apartments
Up from 3 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 · 39

  • B

    § 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 class a apartment created at cellar that increases occupancy from 10 to 11, contrary to co

    Oct 25, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Discontinue use of rooms for living, disconnect plumbing fixtures and properly seal pipe connections shower stall, wash basin and residential sink at cellar

    Oct 25, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing hook and eye door stopper at building entrance

    Oct 25, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing hook and eye door stopper at vestibule door to public hall, 1st sty.

    Oct 25, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Oct 25, 2023 · Apt 3W

    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.

    Mar 15, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking at bath tub in the bathroom located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 15, 2021 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the ceramic tile walls at north and west in the bathroom located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 15, 2021 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelain enamel glaze at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 15, 2021 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding 130 degrees at all hot water fixtures located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 24, 2019 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • C

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

    Dec 24, 2019 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 24, 2019 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Dec 24, 2019 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bath tub in the bathroom located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 27, 2019 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the ceramic wall tiles in the bathroom located at apt 3w, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 27, 2019 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 28, 2019 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Nov 24, 2018 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 24, 2018 · Apt 3W

    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
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story

    Jan 11, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper. at public hall, 1st story

    Jan 11, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective reglazed surfaces at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 9, 2015 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls in the bathroom located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 9, 2015 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Mar 1, 2014 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Mar 1, 2014 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls & ceiling thru out 3 sty southwest apt 3w , section '' ''

    Jun 21, 1993 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color wall behind watercloset bathroom 3 sty southwest apt 3w , section '' ''

    Jun 21, 1993 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Provide a lock and key to the entrance door of dwelling unit and, if a cl a multiple dwelling, also missing 3 sty southwest apt 3w , section '' ''

    Jun 21, 1993 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Provide a lock and key to the entrance door of dwelling unit and, if a cl a multiple dwelling, also chain door guard installed 3 sty west apt 3w. , section '' ''

    Apr 28, 1993 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color north wall south room 3 sty west apt 3w. , section '' ''

    Apr 28, 1993 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east wall kitchen 3 sty west apt 3w. , section '' ''

    Apr 28, 1993 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets kitchen sink 3 sty west apt 3w. , section '' ''

    Apr 28, 1993 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling north room and bathroom 3 sty west apt 3w. , section '' ''

    Apr 28, 1993 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice 3 sty apt 3w. , section '' ''

    Feb 5, 1990 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches 3 sty apt 3w. , section '' ''

    Feb 5, 1990 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

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

    Aug 9, 1988

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the roof at rear.

    Dec 22, 1983

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the cellar boiler room and front.

    Dec 22, 1983

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of ladders etc all stys public hall.

    Dec 22, 1983

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 14

  • 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 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

    Feb 27, 2001

    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 - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Plumbing none

    P-plumbing none

    Oct 24, 1995

    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

    Mar 18, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Plumbing none

    P-plumbing none

    Oct 24, 1978

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 2

  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c of o and/or department of building records. illegal class "a" apartment created at cellar. remedy: discontinue illegal use or amend c of o.

    Oct 25, 2023

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    15,34a,34b

    Oct 13, 2009

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Sep 15, 2020 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Dec 23, 2019 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Dec 23, 2019 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 23, 2019 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Dec 23, 2019 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Dec 22, 2019 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 22, 2019 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Jun 20, 2019 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Mar 23, 2019 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Mar 23, 2019 · Apt 3W

    Close
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  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Mar 23, 2019 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Mar 23, 2019 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Mar 23, 2019 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 23, 2019 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jan 18, 2019 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jan 18, 2019 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 18, 2019 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 12, 2019 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Nov 15, 2018 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Oct 22, 2016 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 13, 2016 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Sep 24, 2016 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 5, 2016 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • General

    Janitor/super

    Oct 31, 2015 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Sep 8, 2015 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Sep 8, 2015 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 8, 2015 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Sep 8, 2015 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 25, 2014 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Feb 25, 2014 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Feb 10, 2014 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 10, 2014 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Jan 12, 2014 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Jan 12, 2014 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Jul 12, 2011 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jul 12, 2011 · Apt 3W

    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 (C1)
Year built
1900
Floors
5
Residential units
10
Building area
8,145 ft²
Lot area
2,554 ft²
Zoning
R8B
Community board
108
Council district
5
Block / lot
1581 / 142
Assessed value
$2,859,750
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #117009, last renewed Aug 13, 2025.

Questions about 524 East 85 Street

Who owns 524 East 85 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is George Robert Revocable Trust.

Does 524 East 85 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 39 housing violations at this property.

Is 524 East 85 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 4 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 40% of its 10 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 524 East 85 Street built?

City records list 1900 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 524 East 85 Street?

It has 10 residential units.

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