What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 is approximately $21,000 per month.

How does rent at 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10028 zip code: 3-bedroom rents are about 130% above the neighborhood median.

Is 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 rent stabilized?

Yes, 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 is rent stabilized with 5 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

Based on historical listing data, May tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028, while April is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to May could save approximately 16% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

The registered owner of 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 is 151 EAST 81ST LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 a good landlord?

151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028, owned by 151 EAST 81ST LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.3/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 4 recorded violations. Tenants have left 3 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.3 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

Yes, 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has 4 housing violations and 14 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

Has 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 had any Department of Buildings violations?

Yes, 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has 11 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.

What amenities does 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 have?

151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 offers 4 amenities including Has Evictions, Good Cause, Pet Friendly, Rent Stabilized. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 allow pets?

151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 lists pet-friendly amenities (Pet Friendly). Contact the building management to confirm current pet policies and any breed or size restrictions.

What schools are near 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

There are 7 schools near 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028, including 4 public schools, 0 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 158 Bayard Taylor (11 min walk), Vanguard High School (15 min walk), Talent Unlimited High School (15 min walk), Ella Baker School (15 min walk), Emet Classical Academy (2 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: 3 AV/E 72 ST (M101, M103, M102, M98), 0.44 mi away.

Is 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10028 zip code where 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 is located had 434 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 20 violent crimes, 296 property crimes, and 118 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10028 for full details.

When was 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 built and how many units does it have?

151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 was built in 1910, has 7 floors, contains 42 total units.

How energy efficient is 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has an ENERGY STAR score of 13 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 165.0 kBtu/ft² (2024 data). This suggests there is room for energy efficiency improvement.

What do tenants say about living at 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 3.3 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

151 EAST 81 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Upper East Side, NYC

Upper East Side · Manhattan, NY, 10028

Built 19107 floors42 unitsBBL 1015100025

Current rent range

$21,000 – $21,000 / mo

1 bedroom band tracked · sampled from recent listings · rent stabilized

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★★★★★3.33 reviews

Verified reviews1EOwned by151 EAST 81ST LLC3 bldgs

151 EAST 81 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10028

151 EAST 81 STREET is a prewar 1910 building, 7 floors, 42 units in Upper East Side, NYC. Owned by 151 EAST 81ST LLC. Public records show 15 open violations, 14 311 complaints on file. Risk signals: 2 bedbug reports. Rent stabilization on file covers 5 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 3 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations4last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews33.3 ★ avg

Rent-stab units42DHCR records

Building age116 ybuilt 1910

311 complaints14last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

3 BR

$21,000/mo

1 listing

This building is rent stabilized — actual rents typically trade below neighborhood medians.

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

May

Most expensive

April

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Potential savings: ~16% by timing your move to May.

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

1 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $5,440

2 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $7,996

3 BR

This building: $21,000 – $21,000

130% aboveArea: $9,138

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

3 Bed1 listing

$9,138

$9,138

Range (P25 – P75)MedianBased on recent listings in Manhattan

01 / 09

Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

Upper East Side

Quarterly market rent, 2014–2026 (latest = Q1 2026 forecast)

Asking rent

$4,643

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

1.1%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

17%

asking, since ~'16

Asking rent per bedroom type — switch tabs to see each with effective (concession-net) rent.

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Rent trends.

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Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

152 nearby

within 0.75 mi

Public-safety

shelters, methadone, halfway, sex offenders

24/7 Noise

sirens, construction, schools, rail, avenue traffic

Environmental

brownfields, industrial zones, sanitation

Block-level

2411

311 noise, rats, bedbug history

Sources: NYC DHS · DOB · 311 · DSNY · FDNY · NYS DCJS · NYS DECSee full report

02 / 10

Neighborhood risks.

02 / 10

Violations, 311, & more.

hpd · dob · 311 · acris
last 7 years

Violation & Complaint Trends

Monthly counts over the last 7 years · all data sources

Worsening

HPDTop Violations

4 total

Pest Infestation
3

311Top Complaints

14 total

Request Large Bulky Item Collection
4
Noise
3
Noise - Residential
3
HEAT/HOT WATER
2
APPLIANCE
1

DOBTop Filings

11 total

DOB Violations
11

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(1 unit)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDApr 1, 2024
(A) § HMC: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.
Class IVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 2, 2022
§27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-2097 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.
Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDFeb 15, 2022
(A) § HMC: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.
Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDApr 1, 2021
(A) § HMC: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.

See all 4 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

3.3 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

3 reviews

5★

4★

67%

3★

2★

33%

1★

Pros: -Nice people in building -Packages never get stolen -Big apartments Cons: -Very small and slow elevator -Super has been rude on several occasions -Laundry machines in basement are very old and dont work well Advi…

positiveFeb 2022

Anonymous

Pros: The building is kept very clean thanks to our Supers. Neighbors are very courteous and the building is overall very quiet. Small elevator, but at least it's an elevator! Neighborhood and street are in a perfect loc…

positiveAug 2021

Anonymous

Pros: Elevator, Big Apartments, Location, Price Cons: Horrible management, loses rent checks, doesn’t respond to issues, supers harass and yell at ppl, no real pest control, ppl get stuck in elevator often, refuse to pr…

negativeAug 2020

Anonymous

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

4 amenities

PET FRIENDLY

Pet Friendly

OTHER

Has Evictions
Good Cause
Rent Stabilized

04 / 09

Building amenities.

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The landlord.

151 EAST 81ST LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsHead officer: EMANUEL CHERNEYMail: 151 EAST 81ST STREET, NEW YORK, NY, 10028

Portfolio-level grade reflects the landlord's buildings across NYC, weighted by unit count. Individual building grades may differ.

View full landlord profile

buildings

3.3

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 1 by score · of 3 total

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—151 E 81ST STManhattan— / 10

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1910Building constructed42 units · 7 floors
now151 EAST 81ST LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2027-09-01.

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The landlord.

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Crime & safety.

10028 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 10028

Violent20

Property296

Quality-of-life118

Total incidents434

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About this area.

Upper East Side · 10028

151 EAST 81 STREET · Manhattan · 40.776° N, -73.957° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby9 min

4 schools nearby11 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

3 AV/E 72 STM101M103M102M98
0.4 mi9 min
1 AV/E 75 STM15
0.5 mi9 min
E 72 ST/3 AVM72
0.5 mi9 min
2 AV/E 73 STM15
0.5 mi9 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 158 Bayard TaylorElementary
0.5 mi11 min
Vanguard High SchoolHigh School
0.7 mi15 min
Talent Unlimited High SchoolHigh School
0.7 mi15 min
Ella Baker SchoolK-8
0.7 mi15 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Emet Classical AcademyElementary
0.1 mi2 min
Allen-Stevenson SchoolElementary
0.2 mi4 min
Loyola SchoolHigh School
0.2 mi4 min

The neighborhood

Upper East Side

The Upper East Side in the 80s and 90s is old-money Manhattan at its most refined — Yorkville's German heritage peeks through, Museum Mile continues along Fifth, and quiet residential blocks make it one of the city's best family neighborhoods.

4,720buildings tracked4.5avg LucidIQ$5,440median 1BR

45,717population$160kmedian income64%renters

ResidentialFamily-FriendlyUpscaleQuietMuseum Mile

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Neighborhood overview

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Crime in 10028

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Incident type · 6-month trend · vs. New York City average

Rent trends in Upper East Side

Median rent & comparables→

1BR & 2BR averages · month-over-month · current listings

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

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Crime & safety.

07 / 10

About this area.

08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1910

Floors7

Total units42

Rent-stab units42

ClassD1

BBL1015100025

1910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1910

Building constructed

42 units · 7 floors · class D1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

5 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: 151 EAST 81ST LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

18 events

311MEDIUMFeb 6, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMFeb 6, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMOct 18, 2025
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMMay 10, 2025
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMMay 10, 2025
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
HPDLOWApr 1, 2024
HPD Class A Violation — (A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR
HPDHIGHNov 2, 2022
HPD Class I Violation — §27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-20
HPDLOWFeb 15, 2022
HPD Class A Violation — (A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR
311MEDIUMAug 23, 2021
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
311MEDIUMMay 10, 2021
Noise — Noise: Construction Before/After Hours (NM1)

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 is approximately $21,000 per month.
How does rent at 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10028 zip code: 3-bedroom rents are about 130% above the neighborhood median.
Is 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 rent stabilized?
Yes, 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 is rent stabilized with 5 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
Based on historical listing data, May tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028, while April is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to May could save approximately 16% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
The registered owner of 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 is 151 EAST 81ST LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 a good landlord?
151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028, owned by 151 EAST 81ST LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.3/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 4 recorded violations. Tenants have left 3 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.3 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
Yes, 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has 4 housing violations and 14 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
Has 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 had any Department of Buildings violations?
Yes, 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has 11 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.
What amenities does 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 have?
151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 offers 4 amenities including Has Evictions, Good Cause, Pet Friendly, Rent Stabilized. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 allow pets?
151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 lists pet-friendly amenities (Pet Friendly). Contact the building management to confirm current pet policies and any breed or size restrictions.
What schools are near 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
There are 7 schools near 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028, including 4 public schools, 0 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 158 Bayard Taylor (11 min walk), Vanguard High School (15 min walk), Talent Unlimited High School (15 min walk), Ella Baker School (15 min walk), Emet Classical Academy (2 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: 3 AV/E 72 ST (M101, M103, M102, M98), 0.44 mi away.
Is 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10028 zip code where 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 is located had 434 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 20 violent crimes, 296 property crimes, and 118 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10028 for full details.
When was 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 built and how many units does it have?
151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 was built in 1910, has 7 floors, contains 42 total units.
How energy efficient is 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has an ENERGY STAR score of 13 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 165.0 kBtu/ft² (2024 data). This suggests there is room for energy efficiency improvement.
What do tenants say about living at 151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
151 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 3.3 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

09 / 09

Frequently asked questions.

10 / 10

NYC-specific insights.

Rent stabilization and seismic safety

Rent stabilizationProtected

DHCR registration & tenant protections

Yes

rent stabilized

stabilized units

2024

since

Stabilized units have annual rent-increase caps set by the Rent Guidelines Board and lease-renewal rights.

09 / 10

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