What is the rent for a studio at 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 ranges from $2,295 to $2,995 per month, with a median of $2,645.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 ranges from $2,995 to $3,025 per month, with a median of $3,010.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 ranges from $4,000 to $4,100 per month, with a median of $4,050.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 is approximately $5,995 per month.

How does rent at 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10022 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 61% above the neighborhood median.

Is 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 rent stabilized?

Yes, 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 is rent stabilized with 1 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022?

Based on historical listing data, December tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022, while November is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to December could save approximately 12% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022?

The registered owner of 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 is EAST 53RD HOLDINGS LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 a good landlord?

239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022, owned by EAST 53RD HOLDINGS LLC, has an overall grade of A (4.1/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 5 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022?

239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 has an overall grade of A with a score of 4.1 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022?

Yes, 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 has 5 housing violations and 28 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

Has 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 had any Department of Buildings violations?

Yes, 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 has 5 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.

What amenities does 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 have?

239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 offers 3 amenities including Fios Available, Hardwood Floors, View. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022?

There are 7 schools near 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022, including 4 public schools, 0 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Art And Design High School (3 min walk), Art And Design High School (3 min walk), P.s. 059 Beekman Hill International (3 min walk), East Side Elementary School, Ps 267 (10 min walk), American University Of Beirut (3 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022?

239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: E 50 ST/2 AV (M50), 0.17 mi away.

Is 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10022 zip code where 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 is located had 1,167 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 78 violent crimes, 603 property crimes, and 486 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10022 for full details.

When was 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 built and how many units does it have?

239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 was built in 1900, has 6 floors, contains 27 total units, 24 of which are residential.

What do tenants say about living at 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022?

239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

239 EAST 53 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Midtown East, NYC

Midtown East · Manhattan, NY, 10022

Built 19006 floors27 unitsBBL 1013270017

Current rent range

$2,295 – $5,995 / mo

4 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings · rent stabilized

Leave a review

★★★★★4.02 reviews

Verified reviewsE5Owned byEAST 53RD HOLDINGS LLC3 bldgs

239 EAST 53 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10022

239 EAST 53 STREET is a prewar 1900 building, 6 floors, 27 units in Midtown East, NYC. Owned by EAST 53RD HOLDINGS LLC. Public records show 10 open violations, 28 311 complaints on file. Risk signals: 1 bedbug report. Rent stabilization on file covers 1 unit (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 2 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations5last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews24.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units27DHCR records

Building age126 ybuilt 1900

311 complaints28last 7 years

01 / 10

Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

Studio

$2,645/mo

13 listings

1 BR

$3,010/mo

5 listings

2 BR

$4,050/mo

4 listings

3 BR

$5,995/mo

4 listings

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

December

Most expensive

November

JFMAMJJASOND

Potential savings: ~12% by timing your move to December.

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

Studio

This building: $2,295 – $2,995

—Area: —

1 BR

This building: $2,995 – $3,025

61% aboveArea: $1,875

2 BR

This building: $4,000 – $4,100

—Area: —

3 BR

This building: $5,995 – $5,995

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

Studio13 listings

$2,645

$2,295 – $2,995

1 Bed5 listings

$3,010

$1,813 – $1,938

2 Bed4 listings

$4,050

$4,000 – $4,100

3 Bed4 listings

$5,995

$5,995

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

01 / 09

Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

Midtown East

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

Asking rent

$5,023

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

2.1%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

23%

asking, since ~'16

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

01b / 09

Rent trends.

02 / 10

Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

204 nearby

within 0.75 mi

Public-safety

shelters, methadone, halfway, sex offenders

24/7 Noise

sirens, construction, schools, rail, avenue traffic

Environmental

136

brownfields, industrial zones, sanitation

Block-level

1019

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

5 total

Door/Lock
2
Heat/Hot Water
1
Pest Infestation
1

311Top Complaints

28 total

Noise - Residential
13
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
4
Noise - Street/Sidewalk
3
HEAT/HOT WATER
2
Noise
1

DOBTop Filings

5 total

DOB Violations
5

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(2 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

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 CVIOLATION CLOSEDDec 16, 2020
§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE .. IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 1A, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDDec 16, 2020
§ 27-2010, 2011, 2012 ADM CODE REMOVE THE ACCUMULATION OF REFUSE AND/OR RUBBISH AND MAINTAIN IN A CLEAN CONDITION THE REFUSE AREA AT WEST COURT
Class CNOV SENT OUTDec 16, 2020
§ 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM DOOR LOCKED AT BASEMENT
Class CVIOLATION CLOSEDDec 16, 2020
§ 27-2029 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HEAT FOR THE APARTMENT IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1A, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH

See all 5 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

4.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

2 reviews

5★

4★

100%

3★

2★

1★

Pros: Classic walkup, sturdy steps, good amount of windows Cons: There is a whistling sound in the winter coming from the roof. The heating isn't great, and it's an old walkup in general.

positiveFeb 2025

Anonymous

Pros: The price and management is responsive but also understanding. Cons: Heat. We didn’t have heat the first year and complained but they didn’t do anything about it until towards the end of our second year Advice to…

positiveFeb 2023

Anonymous

View all 2 reviews

03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

04 / 10

Building amenities.

Building Amenities

3 amenities

OTHER

Fios Available
Hardwood Floors
View

04 / 09

Building amenities.

05 / 10

The landlord.

EAST 53RD HOLDINGS LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsMANAGER PARTNER: ROBERT KALIMIANMail: 900 THIRD AVENUE, 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

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1900Building constructed27 units · 6 floors
nowEAST 53RD HOLDINGS LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

05 / 09

The landlord.

06 / 10

Crime & safety.

10022 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 10022

Violent78

Property603

Quality-of-life486

Total incidents1,167

07 / 10

About this area.

Midtown East · 10022

239 EAST 53 STREET · Manhattan · 40.757° N, -73.968° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby3 min

4 schools nearby3 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

E 50 ST/2 AVM50
0.2 mi3 min
2 AV/E 50 STM15M15-SBS
0.2 mi4 min
1 AV/E 52 STM15
0.2 mi4 min
3 AV/E 50 STM101M103M102
0.2 mi4 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Art And Design High SchoolHigh School
0.2 mi3 min
Art And Design High SchoolHigh School
0.2 mi3 min
P.s. 059 Beekman Hill InternationalElementary
0.2 mi3 min
East Side Elementary School, Ps 267Elementary
0.5 mi10 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

American University Of BeirutCollege
0.1 mi3 min
Children's AcademyElementary
0.2 mi3 min
Beekman SchoolHigh School
0.2 mi4 min

The neighborhood

Midtown East

Sutton Place and the eastern Midtown corridor offer a quieter, more residential alternative to the Midtown bustle just blocks away. The East River promenade, elegant townhouses, and proximity to the U.N. give it a diplomatic, polished character.

4,579buildings tracked4.5avg LucidIQ$1,875median 1BR

33,586population$161kmedian income51%renters

QuietPolishedResidentialWaterfront ViewsUpscale

Explore Midtown East

Neighborhood overview

Midtown East→

Vibe · top buildings · landlords · schools · transit

Crime in 10022

See full breakdown→

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

Rent trends in Midtown East

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Upper East Side· 0.32 mi Murray Hill· 0.5 mi Midtown East· 0.82 mi Midtown West· 1.16 mi Midtown West· 1.19 mi

Browse all NYC neighborhoods

06 / 10

Crime & safety.

07 / 10

About this area.

08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1900

Floors6

Total units27

Rent-stab units27

ClassC7

BBL1013270017

19001910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1900

Building constructed

27 units · 6 floors · class C7

2024

Rent stabilization on file

1 stabilized unit registered.

now

Current owner: EAST 53RD HOLDINGS LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMApr 17, 2025
Graffiti
311MEDIUMSep 19, 2024
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMSep 19, 2024
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMSep 12, 2024
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMApr 19, 2024
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party
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
311MEDIUMDec 11, 2021
Dirty Condition — Trash
311MEDIUMNov 28, 2021
Rodent — Mouse Sighting
311MEDIUMAug 1, 2021
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMJul 16, 2021
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party

07 / 09

History of the building.

10 / 10

Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 ranges from $2,295 to $2,995 per month, with a median of $2,645.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 ranges from $2,995 to $3,025 per month, with a median of $3,010.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 ranges from $4,000 to $4,100 per month, with a median of $4,050.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 is approximately $5,995 per month.
How does rent at 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10022 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 61% above the neighborhood median.
Is 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 rent stabilized?
Yes, 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 is rent stabilized with 1 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022?
Based on historical listing data, December tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022, while November is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to December could save approximately 12% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022?
The registered owner of 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 is EAST 53RD HOLDINGS LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 a good landlord?
239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022, owned by EAST 53RD HOLDINGS LLC, has an overall grade of A (4.1/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 5 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022?
239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 has an overall grade of A with a score of 4.1 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022?
Yes, 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 has 5 housing violations and 28 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
Has 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 had any Department of Buildings violations?
Yes, 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 has 5 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.
What amenities does 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 have?
239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 offers 3 amenities including Fios Available, Hardwood Floors, View. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022?
There are 7 schools near 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022, including 4 public schools, 0 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Art And Design High School (3 min walk), Art And Design High School (3 min walk), P.s. 059 Beekman Hill International (3 min walk), East Side Elementary School, Ps 267 (10 min walk), American University Of Beirut (3 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022?
239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: E 50 ST/2 AV (M50), 0.17 mi away.
Is 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10022 zip code where 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 is located had 1,167 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 78 violent crimes, 603 property crimes, and 486 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10022 for full details.
When was 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 built and how many units does it have?
239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 was built in 1900, has 6 floors, contains 27 total units, 24 of which are residential.
What do tenants say about living at 239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022?
239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 2 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

Similar buildings nearby.

903 1 AVENUE

903 1 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022

Manhattan

View building

111 E 56TH ST

111 E 56TH ST, New York, NY 10022

Manhattan

View building

1082 1 AVENUE

1082 1 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY, 10022

Manhattan

View building

125 EAST 54 STREET

125 EAST 54 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022

ManhattanBuilt 1977

View building

08 / 09

Similar buildings nearby.

Embed this building’s record

Drop this scorecard into a tenant guide, blog post, or wiki. It updates itself as new violations are filed.

<iframe src="https://lucidrents.com/embed/building/1925cc53-3e28-41e6-adf6-230511f7733b" width="100%" height="220" style="border:1px solid #e2e8f0;border-radius:12px" title="239 EAST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10022 — LucidRents building record" loading="lazy"></iframe>

Building record last updated September 28, 2026. Sourced from HPD, DOB, 311, and Lucid Rents data syncs.