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453 FDR DRIVE

Manhattan · Lower East Side · New York, NY 10002

Built 1955 20 Floors 833 Units Elevator Apartments
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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.

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.

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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
Nov 18, 2021Unit B3012BR$709,0001,055
Aug 27, 2018Unit B10012BR$853,000-
Oct 25, 2021Unit B4022BR$799,0001,000
Dec 5, 2016Unit B-16061BRN/A800
Dec 21, 2016Unit B15061BRN/A-
Feb 20, 2018Unit B6053BRN/A1,250
Dec 19, 2024Unit B3031BR$510,000550
Oct 23, 2019Unit B5053BR$1,150,000-
Mar 28, 2017Unit B8061BRN/A-
Jul 9, 2025Unit B16041BR$610,000-
Oct 10, 2024Unit B9041BR$610,000750
Jun 4, 2023Unit B6061BR$630,000-
Jul 29, 2024Unit B5022BR$820,0001,000
Dec 21, 2022Unit B13012BR$810,000-
Jul 15, 2019Unit B17061BR$759,000800
Sep 30, 2021Unit B-20041BR$595,000-
Dec 20, 2018Unit B4012BR$799,0001,055
Oct 28, 2025Unit B8071BR$574,000-
Feb 22, 2019Unit B11041BR$720,000-
Sep 13, 2016Unit B19022BRN/A-
Jan 31, 2019Unit B8031BR$484,000-
May 17, 2023Unit B19041BR$630,000-
Apr 24, 2020Unit B7022BR$799,0001,000
Apr 29, 2019Unit B15071BR$665,000-
Feb 12, 2020Unit B16041BR$635,000800
Dec 19, 2023Unit B503/5044BR$1,140,000-
Oct 29, 2021Unit B6012BR$730,000-
Feb 14, 2023Unit B12012BR$815,000-
Jun 16, 2022Unit B3061BR$605,000800
Jul 7, 2014Unit B11041BRN/A800
Mar 6, 2018Unit B12061BR$699,000-
Apr 8, 2014Unit B10061BRN/A-
Jun 24, 2013Unit B4022BRN/A-
Oct 16, 2013Unit B16041BRN/A-
Mar 14, 2014Unit B8061BRN/A800
Oct 11, 2017Unit B2072BRN/A800
Nov 25, 2020Unit B15012BR$775,0001,000
Feb 19, 2021Unit B10061BR$699,000800
Apr 8, 2013Unit B15031BRN/A-
Oct 16, 2014Unit B1403/14042BRN/A-
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Closed sale data from REBNY Listing Service. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Rental History

Unit Lease Date Rent Beds Baths Sq Ft
Unit B1103Mar 30, 2020$2,350/mo11550
Unit B1503May 15, 2015$2,200/mo11575
Unit B306Mar 10, 2021$2,500/mo11800
Unit B1507Oct 31, 2022$3,500/mo11-
Unit B1103Jun 30, 2023$2,500/mo11-
Unit B1801Nov 23, 2016$3,450/mo21-
Unit B1001Jul 29, 2014N/A211,050
Unit B2107Jan 20, 2015N/A11800
Unit B1503May 25, 2018$2,200/mo11575
Unit B606Apr 21, 2017$2,750/mo11800
Unit B1004Oct 22, 2014N/A11840
Unit B2107Apr 29, 2019$2,950/mo11800
Unit B1801Jun 15, 2018$3,450/mo21-
Unit B1004Jun 29, 2020$2,700/mo11800
Unit B1004Feb 28, 2020$2,700/mo11800
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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
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P.S. 015 Roberto Clemente
Grades PK-5 · 0.75 mi
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P.S. 034 Franklin D. Roosevelt
Grades PK-5 · 0.95 mi
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Middle School
Henry Street School for International Studies
Grades 6-12 · 0.38 mi
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I.S. 140 Tompkins Square Middle School
Grades 6-8 · 0.40 mi
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High School
Henry Street School for International Studies
Grades 6-12 · 0.38 mi
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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

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)

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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 milton@miltoncoste.com, 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.

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