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453 FDR DRIVE

Manhattan · Lower East Side · New York, NY 10002

Built 1955 20 Floors 833 Units Elevator Apartments
A
100/100
Compliance Score

No open violations on record. Building is in full compliance.

What This Means for Buyers

453 FDR DRIVE is a large-scale post-war elevator apartments building with walk-up in Lower East Side. The Lower East Side (LES) is a neighborhood where New York’s storied history meets its high-end future. Known for its legendary nightlife and deep historic roots, the area has seen a dramatic transfor... Zoned R7-2, this building sits in a medium-density residential allowing mid-rise apartments, typical of established manhattan neighborhoods like the lower east side. The building has a clean compliance record with no open violations.

Lower East Side

The Lower East Side (LES) is a neighborhood where New York’s storied history meets its high-end future. Known for its legendary nightlife and deep historic roots, the area has seen a dramatic transformation with the arrival of luxury towers like Essex Crossing. The housing stock is a unique mix of historic walk-up cooperatives, value-driven HDFC units, and ultra-modern condominiums that offer some of the best views in Downtown Manhattan.

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Public Records & Ownership Lookup

Search this building's deed history, mortgages, and LLC ownership through official NYC government databases. Free public data.

ACRIS Records

Every recorded deed, mortgage, and lien since 1966.

nyc.gov

NYC Property Portal

Tax bill, ownership, building class, zoning.

BBL: 1002630008.00000000

LLC Lookup

Find the managing member of an LLC owner from ACRIS.

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DOB BIS Record

Department of Buildings permits, violations, and certificates of occupancy.

nyc.gov/dob

Permanent Property Identifier

BBL: 1-00263-0008

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Active Listings in This Building

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Listing data provided by the REBNY Listing Service (RLS) and may not reflect all available activity. All listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Listing broker is identified in each listing detail.

Recently Rented in This Building

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Closed rental data from REBNY Listing Service (RLS). All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Sales History

Date ▼ Unit Beds Price Sq Ft
May 1, 2023Unit E2053BR$1,100,000-
Aug 11, 2025Unit E4031BR$450,000550
Jan 8, 2024Unit E2031BR$515,000500
Apr 16, 2024Unit E14022BR$835,0001,000
Sep 27, 2023Unit E7022BR$810,000-
Oct 6, 2018Unit 18031BRN/A-
Dec 8, 2025Unit E18061BR$635,000-
Mar 11, 2019Unit E3012BR$750,0001,055
Nov 3, 2020Unit E2006/20073BR$1,725,000-
Apr 19, 2021Unit E1031BR$465,000580
Apr 25, 2019Unit E11061BR$635,000800
Sep 22, 2016Unit E15053BR$1,200,000-
Apr 30, 2019Unit E11071BR$575,000800
Jan 23, 2017Unit E14053BR$1,325,000-
Oct 1, 2018Unit E18041BR$622,000-
Apr 26, 2017Unit E14022BRN/A-
Mar 9, 2022Unit E17031BR$495,000580
Oct 30, 2019Unit UNIT E14041BR$600,000800
Sep 10, 2025Unit E6012BR$875,000-
Apr 19, 2021Unit E5053BR$999,500-
Mar 10, 2022Unit E17041BR$590,000-
May 4, 2021Unit E13012BR$725,000-
Feb 17, 2016Unit E6012BRN/A-
Aug 7, 2014Unit E5041BRN/A800
Jul 14, 2014Unit E1022BRN/A-
Jan 27, 2014Unit E12071BRN/A800
Dec 8, 2014Unit E17053BRN/A-
Jun 18, 2012Unit E14031BR$274,000-
Jun 16, 2018Unit E6012BR$837,500-
Oct 16, 2014Unit E1102/11033BRN/A-
Oct 16, 2014Unit E9041BRN/A-
Nov 3, 2021Unit E17061BR$620,000-
RLS

Closed sale data from REBNY Listing Service. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Rental History

Unit Lease Date ▼ Rent Beds Baths Sq Ft
Unit E203Jul 23, 2021$2,250/mo11580
Unit E1906Sep 9, 2020$3,150/mo11-
Unit E1505May 30, 2024$6,000/mo32-
Unit E1505Jan 4, 2022$5,250/mo32-
Unit E1006May 4, 2020$2,850/mo11-
Unit E1505Feb 9, 2023$5,500/mo32-
Unit E502/503Jul 25, 2013$3,750/mo32-
Unit E203Aug 8, 2017$2,400/mo11-
Unit E1006Mar 26, 2014$2,100/mo11800
Unit 202Dec 12, 2025$4,750/mo211,000
Unit E1703Sep 14, 2017$2,500/mo11600
Unit E1703Sep 14, 2017$2,300/mo11600
RLS

Closed rental data from REBNY Listing Service. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Compliance & Violations

Clean Compliance Record

This building has no open violations on record with NYC DOB or HPD.

Source: NYC Department of Buildings & HPD (data.cityofnewyork.us)

Nearby Transit

No subway stations found within 0.5 miles.

Approximate walking distances.

Nearby Schools

Nearby Schools

Public schools within 0.5 miles

Elementary
P.S. 020 Anna Silver
Grades PK-5 · 0.58 mi
DOE Profile →
P.S. 015 Roberto Clemente
Grades PK-5 · 0.75 mi
DOE Profile →
P.S. 034 Franklin D. Roosevelt
Grades PK-5 · 0.95 mi
DOE Profile →
Middle School
Henry Street School for International Studies
Grades 6-12 · 0.38 mi
DOE Profile →
I.S. 140 Tompkins Square Middle School
Grades 6-8 · 0.40 mi
DOE Profile →
High School
Henry Street School for International Studies
Grades 6-12 · 0.38 mi
DOE Profile →
Marta Valle High School
Grades 9-12 · 0.64 mi
DOE Profile →

Third-party school info: GreatSchools · NYC DOE

School zones and assignments change. Verify current eligibility with NYC DOE directly.

Source: NYC Department of Education (data.cityofnewyork.us)

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Permits & Renovations

No recent permit filings found.

Zoning & Development

Zoning District
R7-2

Medium-density residential allowing mid-rise apartments, typical of established Manhattan neighborhoods like the Lower East Side.

Floor Area Ratio (FAR)
4.35 / 6.50
33% development potential remaining
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Building Details

Physical
Building Class
Elevator Apartments (D4)
Land Use
3
Year Built
1955
Floors
20
Buildings on Lot
2
Total Units
837
Residential Units
833
Gross Floor Area
923,000 sq ft
Lot Area
212,250 sq ft
Lot Frontage
275.4 ft
Lot Depth
495.35 ft
Municipal Districts
Community District
CD 3
City Council
District 1
School District
1
Police Precinct
7
Fire Company
E015
Sanitation District
3
BBL
1002630008.00000000

Source: NYC PLUTO (data.cityofnewyork.us)

Official Records

ACRIS (NYC Property Records) NYC Finance (Tax & Assessment) NYC DOB BIS (Permits & Violations) NYC ZoLa (Zoning) Google Maps

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Location

Building Subway 🏫 Elementary 📚 Middle 🎓 High School

Frequently Asked Questions about 453 FDR DRIVE

What kind of building is 453 FDR DRIVE?
453 FDR DRIVE is recorded in NYC PLUTO as a Elevator Apartments (building class D4).
When was 453 FDR DRIVE built?
Built in 1955, 20 floors, 837 total units. Data sourced from NYC PLUTO, the city's official tax lot database.
How many units are at 453 FDR DRIVE?
833 residential units across 20 floors. The building also contains 4 commercial or non-residential units.
How many apartments are currently for sale at 453 FDR DRIVE?
Active listing counts are loaded from the REBNY Listing Service in real time. See the Active Listings section above for current availability and price ranges. If no listings appear, there are no units currently on the market through RLS.
What is the average price per square foot at 453 FDR DRIVE?
Per-square-foot pricing is calculated from closed sale transactions in the Sales History section above. Actual pricing varies by floor, exposure, renovation level, and unit layout. For a current valuation, contact Milton for a building-specific comparable market analysis.
What is the closest subway to 453 FDR DRIVE?
453 FDR DRIVE is served by MTA subway lines within MN. The Nearby Transit section above shows all stations within half a mile.
How can I see the full sales history for 453 FDR DRIVE?
The Sales History section on this page shows closed transactions from the REBNY Listing Service (RLS). For full deed and mortgage history back to 1966, including lien searches and ownership chain verification, use ACRIS, NYC's free official property records system. Our step-by-step guide explains exactly how: ACRIS NYC: How to Search Deeds, Liens & Owner Records Free.
Who should I contact about a listing at 453 FDR DRIVE?
Milton Coste, Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker at Keller Williams NYC. Call or text (917) 416-7433, email [email protected], or schedule a consultation online. Milton has represented buyers and sellers across all five boroughs for 25+ years.
Who owns 453 FDR DRIVE?
The current owner of 453 FDR DRIVE is recorded in the most recent deed on file with the NYC Department of Finance ACRIS system. To find the current owner: (1) visit acris.nyc.gov, (2) search by BBL 1-00263-0008 or by address, (3) sort by date descending and find the most recent deed. The grantee (buyer) on that deed is the current owner. If the owner is an LLC, look up the LLC's managing member at the NY Department of State Business Entity Database.
What is the BBL for 453 FDR DRIVE?
The BBL (Borough, Block, Lot) for 453 FDR DRIVE is 1-00263-0008. The first digit (1) identifies the borough: Manhattan. The next 5 digits are the tax block (263) and the last 4 are the lot within that block (8). BBLs never change even when addresses are renumbered, which makes them the most reliable identifier for NYC public records like ACRIS deeds, DOB permits, and tax bills.
Where can I find the deed history for 453 FDR DRIVE?
Every recorded deed for 453 FDR DRIVE since 1966 is searchable for free at acris.nyc.gov. Search by BBL 1-00263-0008 for the most reliable results. The deed history shows every ownership transfer with grantor (seller), grantee (buyer), date, and recorded sale price. Older transfers may show LLC names. To trace the LLC's managing member, cross-reference with the NY Department of State at apps.dos.ny.gov. Our step-by-step ACRIS guide walks through the full process.

Interested in 453 FDR DRIVE?

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