What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 is approximately $3,495 per month.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 is approximately $4,395 per month.

How does rent at 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10028 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 36% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 45% below the neighborhood median.

Is 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

Based on historical listing data, May tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 226 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 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

The registered owner of 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 is E81 STREET ASSOCIATES LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 a good landlord?

226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028, owned by E81 STREET ASSOCIATES LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.1/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 42 recorded violations. Tenants have left 7 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.1 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

Yes, 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has 42 housing violations and 47 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 have?

226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 offers 7 amenities including Laundry, Dishwasher, Hardwood Floors, Private Outdoor Space, View, Washer/dryer, Pet Friendly. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 allow pets?

226 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.

Does 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 have laundry facilities?

Yes, 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 offers laundry amenities: Laundry, Dishwasher, Washer/dryer.

What schools are near 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

There are 7 schools near 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028, including 4 public schools, 0 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include J.h.s. 167 Robert F. Wagner (6 min walk), Eleanor Roosevelt High School (7 min walk), Eleanor Roosevelt High School (7 min walk), P.s. 158 Bayard Taylor (9 min walk), Emet Classical Academy (3 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: 1 AV/E 75 ST (M15), 0.37 mi away.

Is 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10028 zip code where 226 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 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 built and how many units does it have?

226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 was built in 1920, has 5 floors, contains 20 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

226 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.

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

Upper East Side · Manhattan, NY, 10028

Built 19205 floors20 unitsBBL 1015260035

Current rent range

$3,495 – $4,395 / mo

2 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

Leave a review

★★★★★3.17 reviews

Verified reviewsESOwned byE81 STREET ASSOCIATES LLC3 bldgs

226 EAST 81 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10028

226 EAST 81 STREET is a prewar 1920 building, 5 floors, 20 units in Upper East Side, NYC. Owned by E81 STREET ASSOCIATES LLC. Public records show 44 open violations, 47 311 complaints on file. Risk signals: 1 bedbug report. Lucid Rents has 7 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations42last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews73.1 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age106 ybuilt 1920

311 complaints47last 7 years

01 / 10

Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

1 BR

$3,495/mo

24 listings

2 BR

$4,395/mo

3 listings

Compare this building's listings above against the 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: $3,495 – $3,495

36% belowArea: $5,440

2 BR

This building: $4,395 – $4,395

45% belowArea: $7,996

3 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $9,138

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

1 Bed24 listings

$5,440

$5,440

2 Bed3 listings

$7,996

$7,996

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

01 / 09

Rental intelligence.

02 / 10

Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

155 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

2422

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

Improving

HPDTop Violations

42 total

Door/Lock
7
Paint/Plaster
6
Roof/Ceiling
5
Pest Infestation
5
Smoke/CO Detector
4

311Top Complaints

47 total

Noise - Street/Sidewalk
8
UNSANITARY CONDITION
8
APPLIANCE
5
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
5
Rodent
5

DOBTop Filings

2 total

DOB Violations
2

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(4 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class ANOV SENT OUTApr 29, 2026
(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 BVIOLATION DISMISSEDAug 30, 2023
§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LIGHT FIXTURE AT THE CEILING AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY
Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDAug 30, 2023
§ 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT THE CEILING AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDAug 30, 2023
§ 27-2005, 2006, 2037 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR AND ABATE UNSAFE ELECTRIC WIRING CONDITION CONSISTING OF EXPOSED ELECTRICAL WIRES AT LIGHT FIXTURE AT THE CEILING AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDAug 30, 2023
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE FIRE RETARDANT MATERIAL AT THE CEILING AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY

See all 42 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

3.1 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

7 reviews

5★

4★

43%

3★

43%

2★

1★

14%

Pros: Responsive super Rarely heard neighbors Large stree facing windows Laundry in building Cons: When the heat was on it was way too hot There was definitely a roach problem at one point Kitchen is tiny When it st…

positiveMay 2025

Anonymous

Pros: Quiet for the most part, good layouts, nice area, the super is very friendly and helpful Cons: laundry room is dirty and often broken, hallways are often dirty, windows and doors are very drafty, you basically hav…

mixedNov 2023

Anonymous

Unit 1D Pros: I liked the super. Cons: Very old. Tiles held together with duct tape. Destroyed wooden floors so dry they can't be mopped. Rapid dust accumulation. Areas of the apartment that are so grimy they will neve…

mixedJun 2023

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

7 amenities

OUTDOOR

Private Outdoor Space

LAUNDRY

Laundry
Dishwasher
Washer/dryer

PET FRIENDLY

Pet Friendly

OTHER

Hardwood Floors
View

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Building amenities.

05 / 10

The landlord.

E81 STREET ASSOCIATES LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsMEMBER: SHEILA HYMANMail: 226 EAST 54TH STREET, NEW YORK, NY, 10022

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

4.1

avg score / 5

A-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 1 by score · of 3 total

See all 3 →

A226 E 81st StManhattan10.0 / 10

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1920Building constructed20 units · 5 floors
nowE81 STREET ASSOCIATES LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

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The landlord.

06 / 10

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

226 EAST 81 STREET · Manhattan · 40.775° N, -73.956° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby7 min

4 schools nearby6 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

1 AV/E 75 STM15
0.4 mi7 min
2 AV/E 73 STM15
0.4 mi9 min
YORK AV/E 77 STM31
0.4 mi9 min
3 AV/E 72 STM103M102M101M98
0.4 mi9 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

J.h.s. 167 Robert F. WagnerMiddle School
0.3 mi6 min
Eleanor Roosevelt High SchoolHigh School
0.4 mi7 min
Eleanor Roosevelt High SchoolHigh School
0.4 mi7 min
P.s. 158 Bayard TaylorElementary
0.4 mi9 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Emet Classical AcademyElementary
0.2 mi3 min
Birch Wathen Lenox SchoolElementary
0.2 mi4 min
Allen-Stevenson SchoolElementary
0.2 mi5 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

Explore Upper East Side

Neighborhood overview

Upper East Side→

Vibe · top buildings · landlords · schools · transit

Crime in 10028

See full breakdown→

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

Upper East Side· 0.22 mi Upper East Side· 0.39 mi Upper East Side· 0.4 mi Roosevelt Island· 0.53 mi East Harlem· 0.68 mi

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Crime & safety.

07 / 10

About this area.

08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1920

Floors5

Total units20

ClassC4

BBL1015260035

192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1920

Building constructed

20 units · 5 floors · class C4

now

Current owner: E81 STREET ASSOCIATES LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMJun 8, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — PESTS
HPDLOWApr 29, 2026
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
311MEDIUMDec 3, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMAug 28, 2025
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMAug 18, 2025
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMAug 12, 2025
UNSANITARY CONDITION — PESTS
311MEDIUMMay 27, 2025
APPLIANCE — ELECTRIC/GAS RANGE
311MEDIUMMay 27, 2025
APPLIANCE — ELECTRIC/GAS RANGE
311MEDIUMMay 16, 2025
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMMay 14, 2025
APPLIANCE — REFRIGERATOR

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 is approximately $3,495 per month.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 is approximately $4,395 per month.
How does rent at 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10028 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 36% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 45% below the neighborhood median.
Is 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
Based on historical listing data, May tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 226 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 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
The registered owner of 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 is E81 STREET ASSOCIATES LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 a good landlord?
226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028, owned by E81 STREET ASSOCIATES LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.1/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 42 recorded violations. Tenants have left 7 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.1 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
Yes, 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has 42 housing violations and 47 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 have?
226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 offers 7 amenities including Laundry, Dishwasher, Hardwood Floors, Private Outdoor Space, View, Washer/dryer, Pet Friendly. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 allow pets?
226 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.
Does 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 have laundry facilities?
Yes, 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 offers laundry amenities: Laundry, Dishwasher, Washer/dryer.
What schools are near 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
There are 7 schools near 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028, including 4 public schools, 0 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include J.h.s. 167 Robert F. Wagner (6 min walk), Eleanor Roosevelt High School (7 min walk), Eleanor Roosevelt High School (7 min walk), P.s. 158 Bayard Taylor (9 min walk), Emet Classical Academy (3 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: 1 AV/E 75 ST (M15), 0.37 mi away.
Is 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10028 zip code where 226 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 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 built and how many units does it have?
226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 was built in 1920, has 5 floors, contains 20 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 226 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
226 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.

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Frequently asked questions.

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