What is the rent for a studio at 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 51 HESTER 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 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 51 HESTER 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 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 51 HESTER 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 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 51 HESTER 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 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 ranges from $2,831 to $3,829 per month, with a median of $3,330.

How does rent at 51 HESTER 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 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.

How much has rent changed at 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

Rent at 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has increased by 3% since 2024-03, going from $3,200 to $3,300 as of 2024-08.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

Based on historical listing data, August tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 51 HESTER 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 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

The registered owner of 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 is WAN YOU, INC.. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 a good landlord?

51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002, owned by WAN YOU, INC., has an overall grade of A (4.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 11 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has an overall grade of A with a score of 4.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

Yes, 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has 11 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.

What schools are near 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

There are 10 schools near 51 HESTER 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 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: ESSEX ST/CANAL ST (M9), 0.02 mi away.

Is 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10002 zip code where 51 HESTER 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 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 built and how many units does it have?

51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 was built in 1920, has 6 floors, contains 6 total units, 5 of which are residential.

What do tenants say about living at 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

51 HESTER STREET — Rent Intelligence for Lower East Side, NYC

Lower East Side · Manhattan, NY, 10002

Built 19206 floors6 unitsBBL 1003100034

Current rent range

$1,828 – $3,829 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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★★★★★4.01 reviews

Verified reviewsWYOwned byWAN YOU, INC.3 bldgs

51 HESTER STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10002

51 HESTER STREET is a prewar 1920 building, 6 floors, 6 units in Lower East Side, NYC. Owned by WAN YOU, INC.. Public records show 21 open violations, 14 311 complaints on file. Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations11last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews14.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age106 ybuilt 1920

311 complaints14last 7 years

01 / 10

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

Compare this building's listings above against the 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 1 listing

1 Bed$3,3001 listing

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

01 / 09

Rental intelligence.

02 / 10

Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

230 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

2793

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

11 total

Pest Infestation
6

311Top Complaints

14 total

Noise - House of Worship
3
GENERAL
2
Water System
1
DOOR/WINDOW
1
PLUMBING
1

DOBTop Filings

10 total

DOB Violations
10

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(1 unit)

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 IINFO NOV SENT OUTNov 17, 2025
§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 ANOV SENT OUTJun 4, 2025
(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 IINFO NOV SENT OUTNov 22, 2024
§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 ANOV SENT OUTApr 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.

See all 11 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

4.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

100%

3★

2★

1★

Unit 2 Pros: The apartment was well styled and had good facilities and storage. The bedroom was off the road and was very quiet. Great location, close by to plenty of fun food and drink venues and opposite Seward Park.…

positiveAug 2022

Anonymous

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

05 / 10

The landlord.

WAN YOU, INC.

Portfolio of 3 buildingsPRESIDENT: JIN XING YANGMail: 51 HESTER STREET, New York, NY, 10002

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

4.0

avg score / 5

A-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1920Building constructed6 units · 6 floors
nowWAN YOU, INC.Owner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2024-09-30.

05 / 09

The landlord.

06 / 10

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

07 / 10

About this area.

Lower East Side · 10002

51 HESTER 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 mi2 min
ALLEN ST/CANAL STM15
0.2 mi3 min
PIKE ST/DIVISION STM15
0.2 mi3 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
0.3 mi5 min
Manhattan Charter School IiElementary
0.3 mi5 min
Manhattan Charter SchoolElementary
0.4 mi7 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Mesivta Tifereth JerusalemElementary
0.1 mi3 min
Beth Jacob Elementary SchoolElementary
0.3 mi6 min
Transfiguration SchoolElementary
0.5 mi10 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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Neighborhood overview

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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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Tribeca· 0.27 mi East Village· 0.48 mi East Village· 0.69 mi SoHo· 0.71 mi Gramercy Park· 0.73 mi

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06 / 10

Crime & safety.

07 / 10

About this area.

08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1920

Floors6

Total units6

ClassS5

BBL1003100034

192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1920

Building constructed

6 units · 6 floors · class S5

now

Current owner: WAN YOU, INC.

Portfolio includes 3 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
311MEDIUMFeb 13, 2026
Illegal Dumping — Removal Request
311MEDIUMDec 25, 2025
Lead — Lead Kit Request (Residential) (L10)
311MEDIUMNov 27, 2025
GENERAL — MAILBOX
311MEDIUMNov 27, 2025
DOOR/WINDOW — DOOR
311MEDIUMNov 27, 2025
PAINT/PLASTER — WALL
311MEDIUMNov 27, 2025
GENERAL — VENTILATION SYSTEM
311MEDIUMNov 27, 2025
PLUMBING — RADIATOR
311MEDIUMNov 27, 2025
WATER LEAK — SLOW LEAK
HPDHIGHNov 17, 2025
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

07 / 09

History of the building.

10 / 10

Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 51 HESTER 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 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 51 HESTER 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 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 51 HESTER 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 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 51 HESTER 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 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 ranges from $2,831 to $3,829 per month, with a median of $3,330.
How does rent at 51 HESTER 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 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.
How much has rent changed at 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
Rent at 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has increased by 3% since 2024-03, going from $3,200 to $3,300 as of 2024-08.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
Based on historical listing data, August tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 51 HESTER 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 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
The registered owner of 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 is WAN YOU, INC.. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 a good landlord?
51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002, owned by WAN YOU, INC., has an overall grade of A (4.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 11 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has an overall grade of A with a score of 4.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
Yes, 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has 11 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.
What schools are near 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
There are 10 schools near 51 HESTER 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 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: ESSEX ST/CANAL ST (M9), 0.02 mi away.
Is 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10002 zip code where 51 HESTER 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 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 built and how many units does it have?
51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 was built in 1920, has 6 floors, contains 6 total units, 5 of which are residential.
What do tenants say about living at 51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
51 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

09 / 09

Frequently asked questions.

09 / 10

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