638 Lexington Avenue,Manhattan, NY 10022
145 Units
•Built in 1951
•16 Floors
•Rent Stabilized Units: Unknown
Good Cause Eviction: Yes
Evictions: 1
Litigation History: No
1 Year Bedbug History: No
Pet Friendly: Yes
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Review Summary for 638 Lexington Avenue
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Recent reviews for 638 Lexington Avenue praise the building’s exceptional doormen, cleanliness, and well-maintained common areas, which create a welcoming atmosphere. Residents appreciate the quiet, helpful staff, and superior water pressure. However, noise from nearby loading docks and street activities can be disruptive depending on the unit’s location. Tenant experiences vary widely due to the co-op structure and individual unit ownership, with some facing challenges such as poor unit maintenance, outdated appliances, and pest issues linked to neighboring restaurants. Management responsiveness and landlord cooperation also differ, with some owners described as difficult, highlighting the importance of unit-specific conditions.
Reviews (4)
3.25 stars
5 months ago
Highly Dependent on The Unit
Former Tenant
Pros:
The best part of living in this building is hands down the building itself—and especially the doormen. They are truly exceptional: always present, consistently kind, and they literally open the door for you every single time you enter or leave. Their warmth and attentiveness go a long way in making the building feel like home. They’re always willing to help in any way they can, and their presence is a genuine highlight of the experience here.
The common areas are well maintained, with clean floors and a sense of order that reflects the building’s overall quality. Structurally and aesthetically, the building is lovely and well cared for.
The common areas are well maintained, with clean floors and a sense of order that reflects the building’s overall quality. Structurally and aesthetically, the building is lovely and well cared for.
Cons:
It’s important to note that because this is a co-op, every unit is owned and managed individually, so experiences can vary widely. I spoke to several neighbors who didn’t face the same issues I did, which leads me to believe that many of these concerns are specific to my unit.
In my case, the unit is owned by a landlord who does not live in New York City and has maintained it very poorly. The windows are not double-paned, and because of the building’s location, noise is a serious issue. I previously lived in Times Square and consider myself fairly tolerant of city noise, but this is on another level. There’s a trash receptacle directly outside the building, and honking, garbage collection, and street noise go on at all hours—especially in the early mornings. It’s extremely disruptive.
Even more concerning is the cockroach problem. The building sits above eight restaurants, and because the kitchen and appliances in the unit have not been updated or sealed properly, there are many gaps and holes where pests can enter. Despite using the kitchen only to heat food—not cook—we’ve experienced a persistent and severe cockroach issue. This has been the most distressing part of living here and ultimately the reason we are not renewing the lease.
While the apartment itself is spacious and the rent is reasonable for the size, the outdated appliances and pest issues make it feel far from worth it.
In my case, the unit is owned by a landlord who does not live in New York City and has maintained it very poorly. The windows are not double-paned, and because of the building’s location, noise is a serious issue. I previously lived in Times Square and consider myself fairly tolerant of city noise, but this is on another level. There’s a trash receptacle directly outside the building, and honking, garbage collection, and street noise go on at all hours—especially in the early mornings. It’s extremely disruptive.
Even more concerning is the cockroach problem. The building sits above eight restaurants, and because the kitchen and appliances in the unit have not been updated or sealed properly, there are many gaps and holes where pests can enter. Despite using the kitchen only to heat food—not cook—we’ve experienced a persistent and severe cockroach issue. This has been the most distressing part of living here and ultimately the reason we are not renewing the lease.
While the apartment itself is spacious and the rent is reasonable for the size, the outdated appliances and pest issues make it feel far from worth it.
Advice to owner:
Update and take care of your apartment
4.88 stars
5 months ago
Midtown East apt
Former Tenant
Pros:
Great building staff super helful and responsive
Cons:
Strange rules baout reserving elevators and not being allowed to do so on the weekend. Had a horrible owner but the building was super nice about it.
Available Listings In 638 Lexington Avenue
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2+ BEDS:
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Rents and Deposits
-- of renters received their security deposits back
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Open Violations
Only open violations from the last 10 years.
Data last updated 3 days ago.
The average number of violations per unit at 638 Lexington Avenue is better than the city.
BUILDING AVERAGE:
Less than 0.01 violations per unit
NEW YORK CITY AVERAGE:
0.81 violation per unit
Non-hazardous
0
class A
i.e. no peephole on a door, or no street # on the building, unlawful keeping of animals
MOST RECENT:
No violation found...
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Hazardous
0
class B
i.e. smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways
MOST RECENT:
No violation found...
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Immediately hazardous
1
class C
i.e. rodents, pest, mold, inadequate heat or hot water, defective building parts
MOST RECENT:
Apr 16, 2024: hmc adm code: § 27-2017.4 abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 12k, 12th story, 4th apartment from east at south
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Missing information/filings
0
class I
Missing or non-compliant with administrative information orders or filings
MOST RECENT:
No violation found...
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Property Owners and Associates
R
Roman Kazan
4.1(4)
Head Officer•
31 Properties•155 UnitsLitigation History: No
Evictions: 1
M
Michael Lynch
4.1(4)
Officer•
1 Property•145 UnitsLitigation History: No
Evictions: 1
A
Argo Real Estate, LLC
3.9(73)
Corporate Owner•
139 Properties•8278 UnitsLitigation History: Yes
Evictions: 28
J
Jay Reyes
4.1(4)
Agent•
1 Property•145 UnitsLitigation History: No
Evictions: 1
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