Would renters recommend 1500 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10029?

80% of tenants who reviewed 1500 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10029 would recommend living here.

How responsive is management at 1500 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10029?

80% of tenants who reviewed 1500 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10029 approve of the building's owner or management.

Does 1500 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10029 have any open violations?

This building has 2 open violations.

Is 1500 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10029 pet friendly?

Tenants report that 1500 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10029 is pet friendly.

Has 1500 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10029 had any litigation cases?

This building has no housing court litigation cases.

How noisy is 1500 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10029?

Tenants rated noise levels above average at this building.

Who owns or manages 1500 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10029?

1500 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10029 is owned or managed by Rose Associates, INC.

Has 1500 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10029 had any evictions?

This building has no recorded evictions.

Is 1500 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10029 good cause eviction protected?

1500 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10029 is covered by good cause eviction protections.

When was 1500 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10029 built and how many units does it have?

Built in 2002, this building has 211 units and 22 floors.

NYC buildings Manhattan Upper East Side Carnegie Hill1500 Lexington Avenue

1500 Lexington Avenue

Carnegie Hill, Manhattan, NY 10029

211 units·22 floors·Built in 2002

4.5

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

Pet friendly

About 1500 Lexington Avenue

1500 Lexington Avenue is a well-reviewed and well-maintained building. Tenants rate it 4.5/5 across 5 reviews, with 80% recommending it and 80% approving of the owner. It records 0 evictions, 2 open violations, and 0 litigation cases. Data last updated September 12, 2026. This 22-floor, 211-unit building at 1490 Lexington Avenue in Carnegie Hill, Manhattan was built in 2002 and is managed by Rose Associates, INC. This building has apartments that entitle you to a renewal and limited rent increases. It is pet-friendly, and renters should confirm size, breed, and count limits with the building before signing. The 6 and Q subway lines are close by, providing convenient transit options. Carnegie Hill is a residential neighborhood in Manhattan. Constructed during the modern high-rise wave of the late 20th century, the building reflects the architectural trends of that period. Renters can review this building's ratings, reviews, and public records here.

Renter recommendations

Renters recommend this building

Renters approve of the building's owners

Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent reviews of 1500 Lexington Avenue emphasize the building’s excellent cleanliness, effective garbage management, and very responsive management team. Tenants appreciate the friendly doormen and well-maintained amenities, particularly highlighting the rooftop deck. Many renters enjoy the sense of community with considerate neighbors. However, concerns about noise levels due to street activity and the need for gym updates have been noted. Additionally, issues related to lease restrictions and a crowded street close to the subway have been mentioned. Overall, the building is well-regarded for its convenience, upkeep, and supportive staff, making it a desirable option for potential renters.

Reviews of 1500 Lexington Avenue

Former tenant·just now

Nice apartment and great doormen

Pros

The apartment is nice, and the doormen are genuinely friendly and helpful.

Cons

The street itself is not especially pretty and can feel crowded because it is so close to the subway.

Former tenant·Over 1 year ago

Tyranted horribly run building

Pros

There is nothing good about this building

Cons

Doormen are very harassing along with the active duty manager

Building ratings

Cleanliness

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Owner responsiveness

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 hours ago

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

Building average0Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

0Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

0Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

0Class 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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