What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 ranges from $3,495 to $3,800 per month, with a median of $3,647.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 ranges from $3,275 to $3,450 per month, with a median of $3,362.

How does rent at 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 10002 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 37% below the neighborhood median.

Is 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 rent stabilized?

Yes, 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 is rent stabilized with 9 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

How much has rent changed at 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

Rent at 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has increased by 38% since 2024-01, going from $2,400 to $3,300 as of 2024-10.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

Based on historical listing data, August tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 68 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 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

The registered owner of 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 is 37 ORCHARD, LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 a good landlord?

68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002, owned by 37 ORCHARD, LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 35 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

Yes, 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has 35 housing violations and 65 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 have?

68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 offers 7 amenities including Fios Available, Dishwasher, Hardwood Floors, View, Washer/dryer, Rent Stabilized, Good Cause. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 have laundry facilities?

Yes, 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 offers laundry amenities: Dishwasher, Washer/dryer.

What schools are near 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

There are 10 schools near 68 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), Emma Lazarus High School (2 min walk), Pace High School (2 min walk), M.s. 131 (2 min walk), Manhattan Charter School Ii (6 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: ALLEN ST/CANAL ST (M15), 0.10 mi away.

Is 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 10002 zip code where 68 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 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 built and how many units does it have?

68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 was built in 1910, has 5 floors, contains 19 total units, 16 of which are residential.

What do tenants say about living at 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?

68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

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

Lower East Side · Manhattan, NY, 10002

Built 19105 floors19 unitsBBL 1002990021

Current rent range

$3,275 – $3,800 / mo

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

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★★★★★3.01 reviews

Verified reviews3OOwned by37 ORCHARD, LLC3 bldgs

68 HESTER STREET

Manhattan, NY, 10002

68 HESTER STREET is a prewar 1910 building, 5 floors, 19 units in Lower East Side, NYC. Owned by 37 ORCHARD, LLC. Public records show 37 open violations, 65 311 complaints on file. Rent stabilization on file covers 9 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations35last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews13.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units19DHCR records

Building age116 ybuilt 1910

311 complaints65last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Manhattan · March 2026

1 BR

$3,647/mo

23 listings

2 BR

$3,362/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

August

Most expensive

January

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

Rent vs. area median Manhattan

1 BR

This building: $3,495 – $3,800

—Area: —

2 BR

This building: $3,275 – $3,450

37% belowArea: $5,300

Units Historic Rent 2 listings

1 Bed$2,3753 listings

2 Bed$3,3001 listing

Neighborhood Rent Range Manhattan

1 Bed23 listings

$3,647

$3,495 – $3,800

2 Bed4 listings

$5,300

$5,300

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

01 / 09

Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

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

233 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

2841

311 noise, rats, bedbug history

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

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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

35 total

Door/Lock
10
Heat/Hot Water
9
Smoke/CO Detector
6
Pest Infestation
5
Window/Guard
2

311Top Complaints

65 total

HEAT/HOT WATER
27
Graffiti
16
Noise - Street/Sidewalk
9
Noise - Commercial
6
Illegal Parking
5

DOBTop Filings

2 total

DOB Violations
2

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(4 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class CNOV CERTIFIED ON TIMEFeb 27, 2026
§ 27-2033 ADM CODE POST NOTICE, IN FORM APPROVED BY THE DEPARTMENT, STATING THE NAME AND LOCATION OF THE PERSON DESIGNATED BY THE OWNER TO HAVE KEY TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM MISSING AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY
Class ANOV CERTIFIED ON TIMEFeb 27, 2026
§ 27-2053 ADM CODE POST SIGN ON WALL OF ENTRANCE STORY BEARING NAME, ADDRESS INCLUDING APARTMENT NUMBER IF ANY, AND TELEPHONE NUMBER OF SUPERINTENDENT, JANITOR OR HOUSEKEEPER. AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY
Class CINVALID CERTIFICATIONFeb 27, 2026
§ 27-2029 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HEAT FOR THE APARTMENT IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 15, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Class CVIOLATION WILL BE REINSPECTEDFeb 27, 2026
§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGES IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 15, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Class CNOV CERTIFIED ON TIMEFeb 27, 2026
§ 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM DOOR LOCKED AT CELLAR AT BOILER ROOM

See all 35 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

3.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

3★

100%

2★

1★

Pros: Nice location! Nice owners! Cons: Stairs and lobby are really dirty. There is no call box so you have to personally open the door when you have visitors or packages. Building is settling (leaning over) so the floo…

mixedJan 2025

Anonymous

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

04 / 10

Building amenities.

Building Amenities

7 amenities

LAUNDRY

Dishwasher
Washer/dryer

OTHER

Fios Available
Hardwood Floors
View
Rent Stabilized
Good Cause

04 / 09

Building amenities.

05 / 10

The landlord.

37 ORCHARD, LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsMEMBER: DAVID KHALOYANMail: 580 5th Avenue, New York, NY, 10036

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

3.0

avg score / 5

B-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1910Building constructed19 units · 5 floors
now37 ORCHARD, LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

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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

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About this area.

Lower East Side · 10002

68 HESTER STREET · Manhattan · 40.716° N, -73.991° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby2 min

7 schools nearby1 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

ALLEN ST/CANAL STM15
0.1 mi2 min
PIKE ST/DIVISION STM15
0.1 mi2 min
ESSEX ST/EAST BROADWAYM9
0.1 mi3 min
EAST BROADWAY/PIKE STM9
0.1 mi3 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 042 Benjamin AltmanElementary
0.0 mi1 min
Emma Lazarus High SchoolHigh School
0.1 mi2 min
Pace High SchoolHigh School
0.1 mi2 min
M.s. 131Middle School
0.1 mi2 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Manhattan Charter School IiElementary
0.3 mi6 min
Manhattan Charter School IiElementary
0.3 mi6 min
Manhattan Charter SchoolElementary
0.4 mi8 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Mesivta Tifereth JerusalemElementary
0.1 mi3 min
Beth Jacob Elementary SchoolElementary
0.4 mi8 min
Transfiguration SchoolElementary
0.4 mi8 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

NightlifeDiverseFoodieGritty-ChicHistoric

Explore Lower East Side

Neighborhood overview

Lower East Side→

Vibe · top buildings · landlords · schools · transit

Crime in 10002

See full breakdown→

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

Browse all NYC neighborhoods

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Crime & safety.

07 / 10

About this area.

08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1910

Floors5

Total units19

Rent-stab units19

ClassC7

BBL1002990021

1910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1910

Building constructed

19 units · 5 floors · class C7

2024

Rent stabilization on file

9 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: 37 ORCHARD, LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMMar 2, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
HPDHIGHFeb 27, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM DOOR LOCKED AT CELLAR AT BOILER ROOM
HPDHIGHFeb 27, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2033 ADM CODE POST NOTICE, IN FORM APPROVED BY THE DEPARTMENT, STATING THE NAME AND LOCATION OF THE PERSON DESIGNAT
HPDHIGHFeb 27, 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
HPDLOWFeb 27, 2026
HPD Class A Violation — § 27-2053 ADM CODE POST SIGN ON WALL OF ENTRANCE STORY BEARING NAME, ADDRESS INCLUDING APARTMENT NUMBER IF ANY, AND TELE
HPDHIGHFeb 27, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2029 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HEAT FOR THE APARTMENT IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 15, 5th S
311MEDIUMFeb 26, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY
311MEDIUMFeb 26, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMFeb 26, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMFeb 25, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 ranges from $3,495 to $3,800 per month, with a median of $3,647.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 ranges from $3,275 to $3,450 per month, with a median of $3,362.
How does rent at 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 10002 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 37% below the neighborhood median.
Is 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 rent stabilized?
Yes, 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 is rent stabilized with 9 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
How much has rent changed at 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
Rent at 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has increased by 38% since 2024-01, going from $2,400 to $3,300 as of 2024-10.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
Based on historical listing data, August tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 68 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 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
The registered owner of 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 is 37 ORCHARD, LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 a good landlord?
68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002, owned by 37 ORCHARD, LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 35 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
Yes, 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has 35 housing violations and 65 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 have?
68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 offers 7 amenities including Fios Available, Dishwasher, Hardwood Floors, View, Washer/dryer, Rent Stabilized, Good Cause. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 have laundry facilities?
Yes, 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 offers laundry amenities: Dishwasher, Washer/dryer.
What schools are near 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
There are 10 schools near 68 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), Emma Lazarus High School (2 min walk), Pace High School (2 min walk), M.s. 131 (2 min walk), Manhattan Charter School Ii (6 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: ALLEN ST/CANAL ST (M15), 0.10 mi away.
Is 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 10002 zip code where 68 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 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 built and how many units does it have?
68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 was built in 1910, has 5 floors, contains 19 total units, 16 of which are residential.
What do tenants say about living at 68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002?
68 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, NY, 10002 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 3.0 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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