What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 is approximately $3,400 per month.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 ranges from $3,600 to $3,800 per month, with a median of $3,700.

How does rent at 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10028 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 38% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 54% below the neighborhood median.

Is 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 rent stabilized?

Yes, 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 is rent stabilized with 6 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

Based on historical listing data, May tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 514 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 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

The registered owner of 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 is YORKVILLE EAST REALTY LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 a good landlord?

514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028, owned by YORKVILLE EAST REALTY LLC, has an overall grade of A (4.1/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 3 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 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 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

Yes, 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has 3 housing violations and 20 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 have?

514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 offers 5 amenities including Live In Super, Dishwasher, Hardwood Floors, View, Washer/dryer. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 have laundry facilities?

Yes, 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 offers laundry amenities: Dishwasher, Washer/dryer.

What schools are near 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

There are 10 schools near 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 158 Bayard Taylor (4 min walk), Yorkville East Middle School (4 min walk), Eleanor Roosevelt High School (6 min walk), Eleanor Roosevelt High School (6 min walk), Growing Up Green Middle Charter School (14 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: YORK AV/E 77 ST (M31), 0.24 mi away.

Is 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10028 zip code where 514 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 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 built and how many units does it have?

514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 was built in 1920, has 5 floors, contains 15 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?

514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

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

Upper East Side · Manhattan, NY, 10028

Built 19205 floors15 unitsBBL 1015770043

Current rent range

$3,400 – $3,800 / mo

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

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★★★★★4.01 reviews

Verified reviewsYEOwned byYORKVILLE EAST REALTY LLC3 bldgs

514 EAST 81 STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10028

514 EAST 81 STREET is a prewar 1920 building, 5 floors, 15 units in Upper East Side, NYC. Owned by YORKVILLE EAST REALTY LLC. Public records show 3 open violations, 20 311 complaints on file. Risk signals: 1 bedbug report. Rent stabilization on file covers 6 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations3last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews14.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units15DHCR records

Building age106 ybuilt 1920

311 complaints20last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

1 BR

$3,400/mo

7 listings

2 BR

$3,700/mo

18 listings

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

May

Most expensive

April

JFMAMJJASOND

Potential savings: ~16% by timing your move to May.

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

1 BR

This building: $3,400 – $3,400

37% belowArea: $5,440

2 BR

This building: $3,600 – $3,800

54% belowArea: $7,996

3 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $9,138

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

1 Bed7 listings

$5,440

$5,440

2 Bed18 listings

$7,996

$7,996

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

01 / 09

Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

Upper East Side

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

Asking rent

$4,643

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

1.1%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

17%

asking, since ~'16

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

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Rent trends.

02 / 10

Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

131 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

2116

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

Worsening

HPDTop Violations

3 total

Pest Infestation
2

311Top Complaints

20 total

Blocked Driveway
8
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
3
HEAT/HOT WATER
2
Noise - Street/Sidewalk
1
UNSANITARY CONDITION
1

DOBTop Filings

0 total

DOB Violations
0

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 IVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 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 AVIOLATION DISMISSEDMar 15, 2023
(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 3 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

4.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

100%

3★

2★

1★

Pros: Really nice neighbors. Quiet building on a tree lined block. Good value for money. Cons: Not cleaned often enough and when something is broken or old doesn’t get replaced easily. Advice to landlord: Make some upg…

positiveMay 2021

Anonymous

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

5 amenities

LAUNDRY

Dishwasher
Washer/dryer

OTHER

Live In Super
Hardwood Floors
View

04 / 09

Building amenities.

05 / 10

The landlord.

YORKVILLE EAST REALTY LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsHead officer: Victor GjonajMail: 1955 Williamsbridge RD, Bronx, NY, 10461

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

1920Building constructed15 units · 5 floors
nowYORKVILLE EAST REALTY LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

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The landlord.

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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

514 EAST 81 STREET · Manhattan · 40.772° N, -73.948° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby5 min

7 schools nearby4 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

YORK AV/E 77 STM31
0.2 mi5 min
YORK AV/E 76 STM31
0.2 mi5 min
WEST RD/COLER MEMORIAL HOSPITALQ102
0.3 mi6 min
YORK AV/E 74 STM31
0.3 mi7 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 158 Bayard TaylorElementary
0.2 mi4 min
Yorkville East Middle SchoolMiddle School
0.2 mi4 min
Eleanor Roosevelt High SchoolHigh School
0.3 mi6 min
Eleanor Roosevelt High SchoolHigh School
0.3 mi6 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Growing Up Green Middle Charter SchoolCharter
0.7 mi14 min
Voice Charter School Of New YorkK-8
0.9 mi19 min
Voice Charter School Of New YorkK-8
0.9 mi19 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

St Stephen Of Hungary SchoolElementary
0.2 mi3 min
Brearley SchoolElementary
0.2 mi3 min
Caedmon SchoolElementary
0.2 mi3 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

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Neighborhood overview

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Crime in 10028

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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 units15

Rent-stab units15

ClassC1

BBL1015770043

192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1920

Building constructed

15 units · 5 floors · class C1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

6 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: YORKVILLE EAST REALTY LLC

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 11, 2026
Derelict Vehicles
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
311MEDIUMOct 10, 2025
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMNov 11, 2024
UNSANITARY CONDITION — PESTS
311MEDIUMJan 1, 2024
Noise — Noise: Alarms (NR3)
HPDLOWMar 15, 2023
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
311MEDIUMJan 30, 2023
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMNov 21, 2022
Illegal Dumping — Removal Request
311MEDIUMMar 21, 2022
Blocked Driveway — No Access

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 is approximately $3,400 per month.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 ranges from $3,600 to $3,800 per month, with a median of $3,700.
How does rent at 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10028 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 38% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 54% below the neighborhood median.
Is 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 rent stabilized?
Yes, 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 is rent stabilized with 6 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
Based on historical listing data, May tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 514 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 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
The registered owner of 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 is YORKVILLE EAST REALTY LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 a good landlord?
514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028, owned by YORKVILLE EAST REALTY LLC, has an overall grade of A (4.1/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 3 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 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 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
Yes, 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has 3 housing violations and 20 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 have?
514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 offers 5 amenities including Live In Super, Dishwasher, Hardwood Floors, View, Washer/dryer. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 have laundry facilities?
Yes, 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 offers laundry amenities: Dishwasher, Washer/dryer.
What schools are near 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
There are 10 schools near 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 158 Bayard Taylor (4 min walk), Yorkville East Middle School (4 min walk), Eleanor Roosevelt High School (6 min walk), Eleanor Roosevelt High School (6 min walk), Growing Up Green Middle Charter School (14 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: YORK AV/E 77 ST (M31), 0.24 mi away.
Is 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10028 zip code where 514 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 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 built and how many units does it have?
514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 was built in 1920, has 5 floors, contains 15 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028?
514 EAST 81 STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10028 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.

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

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