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50 WEST 34TH STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10001

50 WEST 34TH STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10001 is a 691-unit rental building in Chelsea, NYC. See every violation, 311 complaint, tenant review, and the LucidIQ score — before you sign a lease.

B
LucidIQ Score
50 WEST
34TH STREET
  1. Rental intelligence
  2. Neighborhood risks
  3. Violations, 311, & more
  4. Tenant Reviews
  5. Amenities
  6. Landlord
  7. Location
  8. About this area
  9. History
  10. Similar buildings
  11. FAQ
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01 / 09

Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

02 / 10

Neighborhood risks.

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

04 / 09

Building amenities.

05 / 09

The landlord.

06 / 09

Location & daily life.

07 / 10

About this area.

Chelsea · 10001
Neighborhood overview
Chelsea→
Vibe · top buildings · landlords · schools · transit
Crime in 10001
See full breakdown→
Incident type · 6-month trend · vs. New York City average
Rent trends in Chelsea
Median rent & comparables→
1BR & 2BR averages · month-over-month · current listings
Nearby neighborhoods to explore
West Village· 0.39 miMidtown· 0.41 miGramercy Park· 0.83 miSoHo· 0.86 miBattery Park City· 0.99 mi
07 / 09

History of the building.

10 / 10

Frequently asked questions.

10 / 10

NYC-specific insights.

Rent stabilization and seismic safety

Rent stabilizationProtected

DHCR registration & tenant protections

Yes
rent stabilized
49
stabilized units
2024
since
Stabilized units have annual rent-increase caps set by the Rent Guidelines Board and lease-renewal rights.
08 / 09

Similar buildings nearby.

50 WEST 34TH STREET — Rent Intelligence for Chelsea, NYC

Chelsea · Manhattan, NY, 10001
Built 191226 floors691 unitsBBL 1008357501
Current rent range
$4,300 – $10,250 / mo
5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings · rent stabilized
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★★★★★3.67 reviews
Verified reviewsHTOwned byHERALD TOWERS10 bldgs
The verdictLucidIQ Score
B
★★★★★
3.6 / 5
LucidIQ Score
Manhattan · 7 reviews
Rent-stabilized building in Manhattan. The record reflects public data from HPD, DOB, and 311.
Rent fairnessExcellent
LivabilityGood
LandlordMixed
ProtectionsVery strong
HPD violations61last 7 years · class A, B, C
Evictions filed0last 7 years
Tenant reviews73.6 ★ avg
Rent-stab units691DHCR records
Building age114 ybuilt 1912
311 complaints0last 7 years
01 / 10

Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

Studio
$4,300/mo
1 listing
1 BR
$4,400/mo
1 listing
2 BR
$5,900/mo
1 listing
2 BR
$10,250/mo
1 listing
3 BR
$5,605/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
January
Most expensive
August
JFMAMJJASOND

Potential savings: ~15% by timing your move to January.

Units Historic Rent 5 listings

Studio$3,7505 listings
1 Bed$5,3752 listings
2 Bed$6,8001 listing
3 Bed$1,7921 listing
4 Bed$1,2951 listing
Based on listing data at this building.

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

Studio1 listing
$5,374
$5,374
1 Bed1 listing
$4,400
$6,473 – $6,804
2 Bed1 listing
$9,384
$9,384
3 Bed1 listing
$5,605
$5,605
$4.8k$7.4k$10k
Range (P25 – P75)MedianBased on recent listings in Manhattan
01b / 09

Rent trends.

Chelsea
Quarterly market rent, 2014–2026 (latest = Q1 2026 forecast)
Asking rent
$5,579
current quarter
Effective rent
—
per bedroom only
YoY change
3.6%
asking, vs 1 yr ago
10-year change
21%
asking, since ~'16

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

02 / 10

Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi
332 nearby
within 0.75 mi
Public-safety
75
shelters, methadone, halfway, sex offenders
24/7 Noise
59
sirens, construction, schools, rail, avenue traffic
Environmental
198
brownfields, industrial zones, sanitation
Block-level
1532
311 noise, rats, bedbug history
Sources: NYC DHS · DOB · 311 · DSNY · FDNY · NYS DCJS · NYS DECSee full report
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
2015105020192020202120222023202420252026
HPD Violations 61311 Complaints 0DOB Filings 0Evictions 0

HPDTop Violations

61 total
  • Smoke/CO Detector
    8
  • Door/Lock
    8
  • Paint/Plaster
    8
  • Heat/Hot Water
    7
  • Pest Infestation
    7

311Top Complaints

0 total
  • No complaints
    0

DOBTop Filings

0 total
  • DOB Violations
    0

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed
  • Evictions filed
    0

Violations by Unit

(11 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 BNOV SENT OUTApr 28, 2026

    § 27-2045(B)(1)(B) HMC, § 12-06, § 12-07, § 12-09 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAW AND RULES DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 22B5, 22nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST , SECTION ''WEST''

  • Class CNOV SENT OUTApr 28, 2026

    § 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 22B5, 22nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST , SECTION ''WEST''

  • Class BNOV SENT OUTApr 28, 2026

    § 27-2045(B)(1)(A) HMC, § 12-01, § 12-03 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS RULES AND REGULATIONS DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 22B5, 22nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST , SECTION ''WEST''

  • Class CNOV SENT OUTApr 28, 2026

    § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE DEVICE PREVENTING DOOR FROM BEING SELF-CLOSING HOOK AND EYE AT EXIT DOOR TO WEST HALLWAY AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY

See all 61 HPD records
03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

3.6 /5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
7 reviews
5★
14%
4★
29%
3★
57%
2★
0%
1★
0%

Pros: Convenient location, close to subways Cons: Management not responsive to maintainence requests

mixedMar 2026
·
Anonymous

Unit 12A3 Pros: Close to train stations Building has decent amenities Cons: Amenities are outdated Has pest problems Building has been under renovation for years. Units are old, but still over priced. The ones that are…

mixedJan 2026
·
Anonymous

Pros: Nice amenities, beautiful rooftop views Cons: Surrounding area sucks and noise level is high. Was on 10th floor and had roaches

mixedJan 2026
·
Anonymous
View all 7 reviews
04 / 10

Building amenities.

Building Amenities

13 amenities
BUILDING
  • Elevator
  • Doorman
OUTDOOR
  • Patio
  • Roof Deck
FITNESS
  • Fitness Center
  • Gym
LAUNDRY
  • Dishwasher
  • Washer & Dryer In Unit
  • Laundry Facility
PET FRIENDLY
  • Pet Friendly
  • Pets Allowed Cats
OTHER
  • Air Conditioning
  • Live In Super
Based on listing data & verified tenant reports.
05 / 10

The landlord.

HERALD TOWERS

Portfolio of 10 buildingsPresident: Joseph JeromeMail: 150 150 Broadway, New York, NY, 10038

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

View full landlord profile
Portfolio Grade
B7.0
Averaged across 10 buildings
10
buildings
3.5
avg score / 5
B
portfolio grade
6
nearby owned

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  • C1282 BROADWAYManhattan5.2 / 10
  • C1290 BROADWAYManhattan5.0 / 10
  • C1288 B'WAYManhattan5.0 / 10

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

  1. 1912Building constructed691 units · 26 floors
  2. nowHERALD TOWERSOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 10 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.
06 / 10

Location & daily life.

50 WEST 34TH STREET · Manhattan · 40.749° N, -73.987° W
44
Walk
20
Transit
37
Bike
Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data
4 bus stops nearby10 min
7 schools nearby5 min
The neighborhood

Chelsea

Chelsea blends art galleries, the High Line, and a vibrant LGBTQ+ scene into one of Manhattan's most walkable neighborhoods. Expect upscale coffee shops, trendy gyms, and loft-style buildings alongside older tenement walkups.

1,370buildings tracked3.5avg LucidIQ$6,638median 1BR
27,004population$107kmedian income76%renters
Art SceneWalkableLGBTQ+ FriendlyPriceyParks
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08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits
1910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030
1912
Building constructed
691 units · 26 floors · class RM
2024
Rent stabilization on file
49 stabilized units registered.
now
Current owner: HERALD TOWERS
Portfolio includes 10 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events
  • 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

  • HPDMEDIUMApr 28, 2026

    HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2045(B)(1)(A) HMC, § 12-01, § 12-03 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEV

  • HPDHIGHApr 28, 2026

    HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE DEVICE PREVENTING DOOR FROM BEING SELF-CLOSING HOOK AND EYE AT EXIT DOOR TO WEST HALLWAY

  • HPDMEDIUMApr 28, 2026

    HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2045(B)(1)(B) HMC, § 12-06, § 12-07, § 12-09 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL CARBON MON

  • HPDHIGHApr 28, 2026

    HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 22B5, 22nd STORY,

  • HPDHIGHApr 13, 2026

    HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSI

  • HPDMEDIUMApr 1, 2026

    HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPLACE WITH NEW THE MISSING BROKEN LIGHT SWITCH AT NORTH WALL IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT

  • HPDMEDIUMMar 25, 2026

    HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2045(B)(1)(A) HMC, § 12-01, § 12-03 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEV

  • HPDHIGHMar 25, 2026

    HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSI

  • HPDHIGHMar 25, 2026

    HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE DEVICE PREVENTING DOOR FROM BEING SELF-CLOSING DOOR STOPPER AT PUBLIC HALL, 11th STORY

Rent Comparison

— Rents relative to area median
  • Studio
    This building: $4,300 – $4,300
    20% belowArea: $5,374
  • 1 Bed
    This building: $4,400 – $4,400
    34% belowArea: $6,638
  • 2 Bed
    This building: $5,900 – $5,900
    37% belowArea: $9,384
  • 3 Bed
    This building: $5,605 – $5,605
    —Area: —
Compared to median rents in 10001

Review Summary

7 reviews
3.6 / 5
Would recommendBased on 7 reviews · avg 3.6 ★
MOST HELPFUL CRITICAL
"Pros: Convenient location, close to subways Cons: Management not responsive to maintainence requests"
— Anonymous · Mar 2026
Read all 7 reviews →

Neighborhood Vibe

Chelsea blends art galleries, the High Line, and a vibrant LGBTQ+ scene into one of Manhattan's most walkable neighborhoods. Expect upscale coffee shops, trendy gyms, and loft-style buildings alongside older tenement walkups.

Art SceneWalkableLGBTQ+ FriendlyPriceyParks

Energy Score

75
High EfficiencyENERGY STAR Score
Site EUI66.9 kBtu/ft²
GHG Emissions4464.11 tCO2e
2024 benchmarking data

Walkability & Transit

20
Limited transitTransit score · 4 nearby stops
Nearest TransitBus · 10 min walk
Nearby Stops4
Bus
Estimated from nearby transit stop data

Nearby Transit

BUS
  • MADISON AV/E 25 STX28
    0.5 mi10 min
  • MADISON AV/E 25 STX37QM63X27QM64
    0.5 mi10 min
  • MADISON AV/E 25 STBxM9
    0.5 mi10 min
  • MADISON AV/E 24 STBxM8
    0.5 mi10 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • Satellite Academy High SchoolHigh School
    0.2 mi5 min
  • Murray Hill AcademyHigh School
    0.4 mi7 min
  • Unity Center For Urban TechnologiesHigh School
    0.4 mi7 min
  • Manhattan Academy For Arts & LanguageHigh School
    0.4 mi7 min
CHARTER SCHOOLS
  • Success Academy Charter High School Of Liberal Arts (bx)Charter
    0.4 mi7 min
  • Success Academy Charter High School Of The Liberal ArtsCharter
    0.4 mi7 min
  • Success Academy Charter School - Hudson YardsElementary
    0.8 mi17 min
PRIVATE SCHOOLS
  • Winchendon School-NycHigh School
    0.0 mi1 min
  • Birch Family Services, Inc
    0.3 mi6 min
  • Sage Alliance Ny
    0.4 mi7 min

Safety & Crime

0
Below averageSafety score · last 12 months
LAST 12 MONTHS · 10001
Violent106
Property616
Quality-of-life960
Total incidents1,479
PRECINCT
Top precinct#10
NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

At a glance

Year built1912
Floors26
Total units691
Rent-stab units691
ClassRM
BBL1008357501

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