Building for sale: Cushman & Wakefield has been exclusively retained to arrange the sale of the property located at 249 East Houston Street. The property is located on the south side of East Houston Street, between Norfolk and Suffolk Streets, a
couple blocks from New York City institutions, such as Katz’s Deli, Essex Market and adjacent to the iconic Remedy Diner.
The building is comprised of 5 units and is 100% free market, offering a unique opportunity for prospective buyers to purchase a mixed-use building downtown. The property is designated tax class 2A, thereby limiting tax increases.
There are also approximately 5,300 square feet of additional air rights, offering optionality for a buyer looking to develop additional floors. There is a backyard that is accessible from the parlor level floor and commercial space.
Located in the Lower East Side, the building is located near many unique neighborhood amenities, including Essex Crossing, the Tenement Museum, and the Delancey–Essex transit hub, with immediate access to SoHo, the East Village, Chinatown, and the Williamsburg Bridge. The building is located within walk distance to the F, M, J, and Z subway lines.
249 East Houston Street represents a unique opportunity to buy a cash-flowing, tax class 2A property in one of the most vibrant neighborhoods of Manhattan. Buyers can capitalize on an asset that is poised to appreciate as the surrounding submarket continues to thrive, driven by strong demand, new developments, and increased popularity.
Active
$4,250,000
249 E Houston St, New York, NY 10002
5beds
4,100sqft
Multi Family
Built in 1900
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,037/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 48 days
- 653
- 26
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Cushman & Wakefield Realty of Manhattan LLC 212-660-7772,
Michael Decheser
Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1838347
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,100
- Total interior livable area: 4,100 sqft
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Other, Deck, Terrace
- Exterior features: Courtyard, Balcony, Garden, Private Roof Deck, Terrace
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Garden
Details
- Parcel number: 003550051
- Special conditions: Resale
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Roof: Roof Rights
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Lower East Side
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Laundry, Roof Deck
Location
- Region: New York
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,037/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,553,000
- Annual tax amount: $10,152
- Date on market: 7/15/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$5,136/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,250,000-3.3%$1,037/sqft |
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| 9/11/2025 | Listing removed | $3,495$1/sqft |
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| 9/9/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,495-30%$1/sqft |
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| 6/23/2025 | Listing removed | $4,995$1/sqft |
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| 6/8/2025 | Price change | $4,995-8.3%$1/sqft |
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| 5/25/2025 | Listed for rent | $5,450$1/sqft |
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| 2/24/2016 | Listing removed | $4,395,000$1,072/sqft |
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| 9/21/2015 | Listed for sale | $4,395,000+4.6%$1,072/sqft |
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| 9/19/2015 | Sold | $4,200,000+8.1%$1,024/sqft |
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| 6/18/2015 | Price change | $3,885,000-29.4%$948/sqft |
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| 3/24/2015 | Listed for sale | $5,500,000$1,341/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,196 +3.2% | $1,148,850 +20% |
| 2024 | $9,876 +10% | $957,420 +20% |
| 2023 | $8,975 | $797,850 +13.7% |
| 2022 | -- | $701,550 +25% |
| 2021 | -- | $561,150 +3% |
| 2020 | -- | $544,950 +20% |
| 2019 | $7,580 +6.8% | $454,140 +707% |
| 2018 | $7,098 +7.1% | $56,277 +8% |
| 2017 | $6,630 +12% | $52,127 +8% |
| 2016 | $5,918 | $48,267 +3.3% |
| 2014 | -- | $46,745 +8% |
| 2013 | -- | $43,290 +8% |
| 2012 | -- | $40,098 +8% |
| 2011 | -- | $37,129 |
| 2010 | -- | $37,129 +3.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $35,958 +8% |
| 2008 | -- | $33,300 +8% |
| 2007 | -- | $30,845 +8% |
| 2006 | -- | $28,561 |
| 2005 | -- | $28,561 +3.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $27,660 +8% |
| 2003 | -- | $25,616 +8% |
| 2002 | -- | $23,727 +8% |
| 2001 | -- | $21,970 |
| 2000 | -- | $21,970 |
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