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531 East 88 Street

Manhattan, NY 10128BBL 1-01585-0018Map

Owner of record: 531 East 88th St Owners Corp

531 East 88 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1905 in Manhattan, 10128. It has 25 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 531 East 88th St Owners Corp. HPD has recorded 40 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 22 of the 40 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 2 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2023.

HPD violations
40
DOB violations
20
ECB violations
4
HPD complaints
1

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Apr 29, 2026

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 2023
2
About 8% of the building's 25 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 · 40

  • 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 29, 2026

    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
  • 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
  • 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 3, 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
  • 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, 2019

    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 9, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarding material at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 17, 2016

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 17, 2016

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wire at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 17, 2016

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling at laundry room

    Jul 15, 2016

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 boiler room

    Jul 15, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide dwelling with a janitor or responsible person or janitorial service. at boiler room

    Jul 15, 2016

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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. at boiler room

    Jul 15, 2016

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 boiler room

    Jul 15, 2016

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box sign missing at boiler room

    Jul 15, 2016

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations sign missing at boiler room

    Jul 15, 2016

    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 wood fences erected at rear subdividing yard

    Jul 15, 2016

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening slidebolts installed on wooden fences at rear yard

    Jul 15, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    § 53,187,231 m/d law & dept rules & reg. provide means of egress from yard to street by fireproof passageway for which application must be filed for approval,or by unlocked door or gate in fence to adjoining premises with consent of adjacent owner. yard

    Jul 15, 2016

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at laundry room

    Jul 15, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 1, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing at 2 sty northeast apt 2e mr bouazzaoui. , section '' ''

    Sep 29, 1999 · Apt 2E

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

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective mechanical vents 1st sty rear apt 1d kitchen and bathroom. , section '' ''

    May 5, 1989 · Apt 1D

    Open — Not complied with
  • 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 boiler room and front east cellar.

    May 5, 1989

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors hopper doors incinerator compartment all stys.

    May 5, 1989

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    D26-12.03 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint front fire escape all stys.

    May 5, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    § 53,187,231 m/d law & dept rules & reg. provide means of egress from yard to street by fireproof passageway for which application must be filed for approval,or by unlocked door or gate in fence to adjoining premises with consent of adjacent owner.

    May 5, 1989

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed wiring box cable cellar laundry room ceiling.

    May 5, 1989

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective mechanical exhaust vents roof throughout.

    May 5, 1989

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code refit door 4th sty public hall to incinerator closet.

    May 5, 1989

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes 2nd sty south front.

    May 5, 1989

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceilings south room southwest room and foyer 5th sty south apt 5c. located at apt 5c

    May 5, 1989 · Apt 5C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceiling 5 sty public hall at elevator.

    May 5, 1989

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the stagnant water cellar southeast.

    May 5, 1989

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors boiler room cellar.

    May 5, 1989

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls & ceiling 5 sty public hall at elevator.

    May 5, 1989

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    And dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint rear stack all stys.

    Apr 7, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    And dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint front stack all stys.

    Apr 7, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Fire escape defective. fill in holes in wall around brackets and/or rails landing to brickwork at roof rear.

    Apr 7, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 20

  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 12, 2017

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst

    Nov 14, 2016

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 19, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 22, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 9, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2012 cat 1 insp/tst

    May 30, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 20, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2011 inspection/test

    Oct 1, 2012

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 17, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2010 inspection/test

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - active
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 16, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Vcat1-elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Oct 8, 2010

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 19, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 12, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 18, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 1, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 12, 2003

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Jan 20, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Apr 17, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    Provide access 52)provide tags governor

    Dec 15, 1988

    Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 4

  • Class - 2

    Boiler room has holes in the walls.boiler room is being used for storage.correct all violating conditions and submit certificate of corrections

    Sep 15, 2023

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    15l,37l,39l,46l,50f,73#,11l,11b. 15 door closer slamming. 73 wrong device #. light # 1p26433.

    Dec 8, 1993 · Penalty $100

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Plumbing work without a permit. location 1st doctors office. remedy: obtain a permit or restore to prior legal condition.

    Dec 22, 1992 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    08v

    Feb 15, 1991 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Feb 24, 2007 · Apt BLDG

    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 (D4)
Year built
1905
Floors
5
Residential units
25
Building area
25,800 ft²
Lot area
5,025 ft²
Zoning
R8B
Community board
108
Council district
5
Block / lot
1585 / 18
Assessed value
$2,229,750
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #110196, last renewed Jul 29, 2026.

Questions about 531 East 88 Street

Who owns 531 East 88 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 531 East 88th St Owners Corp.

Does 531 East 88 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 40 housing violations at this property.

Is 531 East 88 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 2 rent-stabilized units here in 2023 (about 8% of its 25 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 531 East 88 Street built?

City records list 1905 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 531 East 88 Street?

It has 25 residential units and 26 units in total.

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