What is the rent for a studio at 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 ranges from $1,828 to $2,473 per month, with a median of $2,150.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 ranges from $1,879 to $2,542 per month, with a median of $2,210.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 ranges from $2,108 to $2,852 per month, with a median of $2,480.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 ranges from $2,635 to $3,565 per month, with a median of $3,100.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 ranges from $2,831 to $3,829 per month, with a median of $3,330.

How does rent at 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10002 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 53% below the neighborhood median.

Is 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 rent stabilized?

Yes, 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 is rent stabilized with 16 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

Based on historical listing data, August tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002, while January is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to August could save approximately 10% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

The registered owner of 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 is 31 ESSEX STREET,. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 a good landlord?

31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002, owned by 31 ESSEX STREET,, has an overall grade of C (2.9/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 88 recorded violations. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.9 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

Yes, 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has 88 housing violations and 34 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 have?

31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 offers 1 amenities including Fios Available. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

There are 10 schools near 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 042 Benjamin Altman (1 min walk), Urban Assembly Academy Of Government And Law, The (2 min walk), Essex Street Academy (2 min walk), New Design High School (2 min walk), Manhattan Charter School Ii (5 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: ESSEX ST/CANAL ST (M9), 0.03 mi away.

Is 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10002 zip code where 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 is located had 3,277 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 223 violent crimes, 1,522 property crimes, and 1,532 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10002 for full details.

When was 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 built and how many units does it have?

31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 was built in 1910, has 7 floors, contains 17 total units, 16 of which are residential.

31 ESSEX STREET — Rent Intelligence for Lower East Side, NYC

Lower East Side · Manhattan, NY, 10002

Built 19107 floors17 unitsBBL 1003100030

Current rent range

$1,828 – $3,829 / mo

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

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31 ESSEX STREET

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31 ESSEX STREET is a prewar 1910 building, 7 floors, 17 units in Lower East Side, NYC. Owned by 31 ESSEX STREET,. Public records show 91 open violations, 34 311 complaints, 3 active litigation matters on file. Rent stabilization on file covers 16 units (registered 2024).

HPD violations88last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews0no reviews yet

Rent-stab units17DHCR records

Building age116 ybuilt 1910

311 complaints34last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

Studio

$2,150/mo

1 BR

$2,210/mo

2 BR

$2,480/mo

3 BR

$3,100/mo

4 BR

$3,330/mo

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

August

Most expensive

January

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Potential savings: ~10% by timing your move to August.

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

Studio

This building: $1,828 – $2,473

—Area: —

1 BR

This building: $1,879 – $2,542

—Area: —

2 BR

This building: $2,108 – $2,852

53% belowArea: $5,300

3 BR

This building: $2,635 – $3,565

—Area: —

4 BR

This building: $2,831 – $3,829

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

Studio

$2,150

$1,828 – $2,473

1 Bed

$2,210

$1,879 – $2,542

2 Bed

$5,300

$5,300

3 Bed

$3,100

$2,635 – $3,565

4 Bed

$3,330

$2,831 – $3,829

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

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Rent trends.

Lower East Side

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

Asking rent

$4,599

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

3.2%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

25%

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

217 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

2779

311 noise, rats, bedbug history

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

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Neighborhood risks.

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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

88 total

Door/Lock
23
Pest Infestation
19
Smoke/CO Detector
16
Paint/Plaster
5
Window/Guard
4

311Top Complaints

34 total

UNSANITARY CONDITION
11
GENERAL
9
ELECTRIC
5
HEAT/HOT WATER
3
APPLIANCE
2

DOBTop Filings

3 total

DOB Violations
3

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(11 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class BNOV SENT OUTJun 15, 2026
§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE BELL BUZZER INTERCOM SYSTEM FROM THE BUILDING ENTRANCE DOOR TO EAST WALL PANEL IN THE FOYER LOCATED AT APT 12, 6th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class ANOV SENT OUTJun 15, 2026
§ 53, 187, 231 M/D LAW AND DEPARTMENT RULES AND REGULATIONS. PROVIDE A SHOE PROPERLY SECURED TO BOTTOM OF STRING OF DROPLADDER MISSING BUILDING FRONT AT FIRE ESCAPE
Class BNOV SENT OUTJun 15, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 12, 6th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class BNOV SENT OUTJun 15, 2026
§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE ELECTRICAL OUTLET AT NORTH AND SOUTH WALLS IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 12, 6th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class BFIRST NO ACCESS TO RE- INSPECT VIOLATIONJun 4, 2025
§ 27-2017.3 HMC: TRACE AND REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE VISIBLE MOLD CONDITION... GREATER THAN 10 SQ FT AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 12, 6th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

See all 88 HPD records

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Violations, 311, & more.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

1 amenity

OTHER

Fios Available

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

31 ESSEX STREET,

Portfolio of 3 buildingsOWNER: XIU SHIMail: 610 5TH STREET, Milford, PA, 18337

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

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buildings

2.9

avg score / 5

C+

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1910Building constructed17 units · 7 floors
now31 ESSEX STREET,Owner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

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Crime & safety.

10002 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Above averageSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 10002

Violent223

Property1,522

Quality-of-life1,532

Total incidents3,277

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About this area.

Lower East Side · 10002

31 ESSEX STREET · Manhattan · 40.716° N, -73.990° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby1 min

7 schools nearby1 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

ESSEX ST/CANAL STM9
0.0 mi1 min
ESSEX ST/EAST BROADWAYM9
0.1 mi3 min
GRAND ST/CLINTON STL92M14A-SBS
0.2 mi3 min
ALLEN ST/CANAL STM15
0.2 mi4 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 042 Benjamin AltmanElementary
0.1 mi1 min
Urban Assembly Academy Of Government And Law, TheHigh School
0.1 mi2 min
Essex Street AcademyHigh School
0.1 mi2 min
New Design High SchoolHigh School
0.1 mi2 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Manhattan Charter School IiElementary
0.2 mi5 min
Manhattan Charter SchoolElementary
0.3 mi7 min
Success Academy Charter School-Nyc 15Charter
0.8 mi17 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Mesivta Tifereth JerusalemElementary
0.2 mi3 min
Beth Jacob Elementary SchoolElementary
0.3 mi6 min
Keswell SchoolElementary
0.5 mi9 min

The neighborhood

Lower East Side

The Lower East Side still carries the grit and hustle of its immigrant roots, now layered with cocktail bars, vintage shops, and some of the city's best dumplings. Weekend nights get rowdy along Orchard and Ludlow, but weekday mornings belong to the old-timers at the corner bodegas.

2,526buildings tracked3.8avg LucidIQ$5,825median 1BR

76,518population$43kmedian income83%renters

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

Rent trends in Lower East Side

Median rent & comparables→

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

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Crime & safety.

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About this area.

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History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1910

Floors7

Total units17

Rent-stab units17

ClassC7

BBL1003100030

BIN1004043

1910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1910

Building constructed

17 units · 7 floors · class C7

2024

Rent stabilization on file

16 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: 31 ESSEX STREET,

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDLOWJun 15, 2026
HPD Class A Violation — § 53, 187, 231 M/D LAW AND DEPARTMENT RULES AND REGULATIONS. PROVIDE A SHOE PROPERLY SECURED TO BOTTOM OF STRING OF DROP
HPDMEDIUMJun 15, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE ELECTRICAL OUTLET AT NORTH AND SOUTH WALLS IN THE 1st
HPDMEDIUMJun 15, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE BELL BUZZER INTERCOM SYSTEM FROM THE BUILDING ENTRANCE
HPDMEDIUMJun 15, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE KITC
311MEDIUMFeb 9, 2026
APPLIANCE — ELECTRIC/GAS RANGE
311MEDIUMOct 31, 2025
WATER LEAK — SLOW LEAK
311MEDIUMOct 31, 2025
UNSANITARY CONDITION — PESTS
311MEDIUMOct 31, 2025
UNSANITARY CONDITION — PESTS
311MEDIUMOct 31, 2025
GENERAL — BELL/BUZZER/INTERCOM
311MEDIUMOct 31, 2025
ELECTRIC — OUTLET/SWITCH

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 ranges from $1,828 to $2,473 per month, with a median of $2,150.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 ranges from $1,879 to $2,542 per month, with a median of $2,210.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 ranges from $2,108 to $2,852 per month, with a median of $2,480.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 ranges from $2,635 to $3,565 per month, with a median of $3,100.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 ranges from $2,831 to $3,829 per month, with a median of $3,330.
How does rent at 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10002 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 53% below the neighborhood median.
Is 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 rent stabilized?
Yes, 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 is rent stabilized with 16 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
Based on historical listing data, August tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002, while January is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to August could save approximately 10% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
The registered owner of 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 is 31 ESSEX STREET,. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 a good landlord?
31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002, owned by 31 ESSEX STREET,, has an overall grade of C (2.9/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 88 recorded violations. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.9 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
Yes, 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has 88 housing violations and 34 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 have?
31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 offers 1 amenities including Fios Available. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
There are 10 schools near 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 042 Benjamin Altman (1 min walk), Urban Assembly Academy Of Government And Law, The (2 min walk), Essex Street Academy (2 min walk), New Design High School (2 min walk), Manhattan Charter School Ii (5 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: ESSEX ST/CANAL ST (M9), 0.03 mi away.
Is 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10002 zip code where 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 is located had 3,277 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 223 violent crimes, 1,522 property crimes, and 1,532 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 10002 for full details.
When was 31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 built and how many units does it have?
31 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 was built in 1910, has 7 floors, contains 17 total units, 16 of which are residential.

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Frequently asked questions.

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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.

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