Would renters recommend 223 East 21 Street, Manhattan, NY 10010?

60% of tenants who reviewed 223 East 21 Street, Manhattan, NY 10010 would recommend living here.

How responsive is management at 223 East 21 Street, Manhattan, NY 10010?

40% of tenants who reviewed 223 East 21 Street, Manhattan, NY 10010 approve of the building's owner or management.

Does 223 East 21 Street, Manhattan, NY 10010 have any open violations?

This building has 11 open violations.

What are the biggest complaints about 223 East 21 Street, Manhattan, NY 10010?

Tenants rated cleanliness below average at this building.

Is 223 East 21 Street, Manhattan, NY 10010 rent-stabilized?

223 East 21 Street, Manhattan, NY 10010 has rent-stabilized units.

Has 223 East 21 Street, Manhattan, NY 10010 had any evictions?

This building has no recorded evictions.

Which neighborhood does 223 East 21 Street, Manhattan, NY 10010 fall under?

In the neighborhood Gramercy Park, New York.

When was 223 East 21 Street, Manhattan, NY 10010 built and how many units does it have?

Built in 1920, this building has 10 units and 5 floors.

Has 223 East 21 Street, Manhattan, NY 10010 had any litigation cases?

This building has 3 housing court litigation cases.

NYC buildings Manhattan All Downtown Gramercy Park223 East 21 Street

223 East 21 Street

Gramercy Park, Manhattan, NY 10010

10 units·5 floors·Built in 1920

3.6

5 reviews

Rent-stabilized apartments

This building has apartments that entitle you to a renewal and limited rent increases.

Good cause building

This building guarantees a renewal and capped rent increases, if you follow your lease terms.

Highlights

Evictions

Open violations

Litigation cases

Bedbug history

About 223 East 21 Street

223 East 21 Street is a mixed-profile building. Tenants rate it 3.6/5 across 5 reviews, with 60% recommending it and 40% approving of the owner. It records 0 evictions, 11 open violations, and 3 litigation cases. Data last updated September 4, 2026. Managed by 223 E 21St Partners LLC, the building at 223 East 21 Street in Gramercy Park, Manhattan has 5 floors and 10 units. Built in 1920, it is a pre-war building that reflects the mid-rise construction typical of the era in Manhattan. This building has apartments that entitle you to a renewal and limited rent increases. The neighborhood of Gramercy Park is a residential area of Manhattan, characterized by its proximity to green spaces and a mix of architectural styles. Nearby, the 6, L, 4, 5, and N subway lines provide a range of transit options, facilitating access throughout Manhattan. Renters should note that the building is not pet-friendly. Building ratings, reviews, and open-data records are available on this page.

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Renters recommend this building

Renters approve of the building's owners

Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent renter insights for 223 East 21 Street emphasize the building's advantageous location and spacious units, which many find appealing despite ongoing challenges. While a number of reviewers appreciate the friendly neighbors and newly renovated interiors, concerns about cleanliness, pest control, and insufficient owner responsiveness are prevalent. Maintenance issues, including unreliable heat and garbage management, detract from overall satisfaction. The presence of rodent problems and high rent increases further complicate tenants’ experiences. Despite these drawbacks, some renters feel the positives, like the safe environment and quiet surroundings, may overshadow the negatives for potential residents.

Reviews of 223 East 21 Street

Former tenant·just now

Hopefully things will change

Pros

Great location, spacious units that make it worth putting up with the quirks

Cons

Massive rent hikes, trash is an ongoing issue, rodent issues, cockroaches

Advice to the owners

Thank you for updating the common areas!

Former tenant·1 week ago

No issues thus far

Pros

Newly renovated, all new appliances and floors

Cons

Very expensive apartment

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Cleanliness

Trash management

Pest control

Water pressure

Heat

Neighbors

Noise levels

Owner responsiveness

Rents and deposits

Renters received their security deposits back

Electronic rent payments

Open violations

From past 10 years · Updated 6 days ago

Average violations per unit in this building is worse than the city average.

Building average1.10Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

3Class C

Immediately hazardous

Rodents, pest, mold, inadequate heat or hot water, defective building parts

4Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

4Class A

Non-hazardous

No peephole on a door, no street number on the building, unlawful keeping of animals

0Class I

Missing info

Missing or non-compliant with administrative information orders or filings

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About 223 East 21 Street

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Hopefully things will change

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Advice to the owners

No issues thus far

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