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208 FORSYTH STREET

MN · Lower East Side · New York, NY 10002

Built 1900 5 Floors 12 Units Walk-Up Apartments
A
99/100
Compliance Score

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

What This Means for Buyers

208 FORSYTH STREET is a boutique pre-war walk-up 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 C4-4A, this building sits in a general commercial district. 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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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

Second Ave

232 ft away

F

Bowery

0.27 mi away

JZ

Spring St

0.29 mi away

6

Delancey St-Essex St

0.30 mi away

FJMZ

Grand St

0.37 mi away

BD

Approximate walking distances.

Nearby Schools

Nearby Schools

Public schools within 0.5 miles

Elementary
The STAR Academy - P.S.63
Grades PK-5 · 0.21 mi
DOE Profile →
P.S. 020 Anna Silver
Grades PK-5 · 0.33 mi
DOE Profile →
P.S. 015 Roberto Clemente
Grades PK-5 · 0.35 mi
DOE Profile →
Middle School
I.S. 140 Tompkins Square Middle School
Grades 6-8 · 0.50 mi
DOE Profile →
Henry Street School for International Studies
Grades 6-12 · 0.65 mi
DOE Profile →
High School
Marta Valle High School
Grades 9-12 · 0.27 mi
DOE Profile →
East Side Community High School
Grades 9-12 · 0.59 mi
DOE Profile →
Henry Street School for International Studies
Grades 6-12 · 0.65 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
C4-4A

General commercial district.

Floor Area Ratio (FAR)
3.54 / 4.00
Near maximum allowable FAR

Building Details

Owner of Record
DOUGLAS QUACKENBUSH
Physical
Building Class
Walk-Up Apartments (C6)
Land Use
2
Year Built
1900
Last Altered
1988
Floors
5
Total Units
13
Residential Units
12
Gross Floor Area
8,845 sq ft
Lot Area
2,500 sq ft
Lot Frontage
25 ft
Lot Depth
100 ft
Municipal Districts
Community District
CD 3
City Council
District 1
School District
1
Police Precinct
5
Fire Company
L018
Sanitation District
3
BBL
1004220044.00000000

Source: NYC PLUTO (data.cityofnewyork.us)

Street View

Location

Building Subway 🏫 Elementary 📚 Middle 🎓 High School

Frequently Asked Questions about 208 FORSYTH STREET

What kind of building is 208 FORSYTH STREET?
208 FORSYTH STREET is recorded in NYC PLUTO as a Walk-Up Apartments (building class C6).
When was 208 FORSYTH STREET built?
Built in 1900, 5 floors, 13 total units. Data sourced from NYC PLUTO, the city's official tax lot database.
How many units are at 208 FORSYTH STREET?
12 residential units across 5 floors. The building also contains 1 commercial or non-residential unit.
How many apartments are currently for sale at 208 FORSYTH STREET?
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 208 FORSYTH STREET?
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 208 FORSYTH STREET?
The closest subway stop is Second Ave (F line), approximately 232 ft away. Walking distances are approximate.
How can I see the full sales history for 208 FORSYTH STREET?
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 208 FORSYTH STREET?
Milton Coste, Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker at Keller Williams NYC. Call or text (917) 416-7433, email mcoste@kwnyc.com, or schedule a consultation online. Milton has represented buyers and sellers across all five boroughs for 25+ years.

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