21 Astor Place, Manhattan
Condominium · 52 units · built c. 1892 · Block 545, Lot 7503.
Building permits
- Alteration, filed Jul 21, 2026, estimated cost $129K, described as “Interior renovation of existing res 2-bed apartment on 2ND fl APT#2E, with new storage closet, millwork, fixtures and other interior finishes. Work will include minor electrical and plumbing work. No change of egress, use, or occupancy. No…”
- Alteration, filed Jul 14, 2026, estimated cost $741K, described as “Filing for renovation of apartment PH including: new windows in enlarged masonry openings; new interior partitions and ceilings; new kitchen and bathrooms; new appliances, plumbing fixtures and lighting; new flooring, cabinetry and…”
- Alteration, filed Sep 23, 2025, estimated cost $8K, described as “Shoring installation in the cellar level sidewalk vault at 21 Astor Pl. At north west corner only. Emergency scope. Permanent repair to be filed and completed by others.”
- Alteration, filed Jun 26, 2024, estimated cost $15K, described as “Interior renovation of Apartment 10E is associated with the General Construction. No change in use, egress, or occupancy under this application.”
- Alteration, filed Oct 20, 2023, estimated cost $9K, described as “Erect halo-lit accessory business wall sign & 3 non-illuminated panels for dashmart.”
- Alteration, filed Jul 19, 2022, estimated cost $5K, described as “Filing made for modifications to existing plumbing system (apt. #2D). Disconnect and cap exist. Gas line to stove. Modify exist. Water piping in kitchen. Direct replacement of kitchen sink and dishwasher. No change in use occupancy or…”
- Alteration, filed Jul 19, 2022, estimated cost $5K, described as “Filing made for modification to exsiting sprinkler system; drops and adjustment to sprinkler heads as per drawings. No change in use, occupancy, or egress (dir.14/75).”
- Alteration, filed Jul 18, 2022, estimated cost $50K, described as “Interior alteration to ex. Residential apartment (#2D) as per drawings. Select removal of ex. Non-load bearing partitions, new ceiling, new recessed lighting. New kitchen cabinetry, appliances and finishes. No change in use occupancy or…”
- Alteration, filed Mar 25, 2022, estimated cost $43K, described as “Interior renovation of ground floor retail space as per plans filed herewith. No change in use, egress or occupancy.”
- Alteration, filed Mar 22, 2022, estimated cost $33K, described as “HVAC modifications for ground floor retail space as per plans filed herewith. No change in use, egress or occupancy.”
- Alteration, filed Mar 22, 2022, estimated cost $20K, described as “Plumbing modifications for ground floor retail space as per plans filed herewith. No change in use, egress or occupancy.”
- Alteration, filed Sep 20, 2021, estimated cost $1K, described as “Proposed installation of temporary pipe scaffold as per plans. Work shall comply with chapter #33 of the NYC building code. No change in use, occupancy, or egress under this application.”
- Alteration, filed Sep 20, 2021, estimated cost $1K, described as “Installation of temporary heavy duty sidewalk shed as per plans. No change in use, egress or occupancy. Sidewalk shed shall comply with chapter #33 of the NYC building code. Live load 300 psf”
- Alteration, filed Apr 5, 2021, estimated cost $64K, described as “It is proposed to modify existing storefront as shown on plans. No change of use, egress or occupancy.”
- Alteration, filed Jun 19, 2020, estimated cost $1K, described as “Installation of temporary heavy duty sidewalk shed as per plans. No change in use, egress or occupancy. Sidewalk shed shall comply with chapter #33 of the NYC building code. Live load 300PSF.”
Property taxes
- Assessment
- $17,286,297
- 2026–27 tax
- $1,929,732
- Market value (city estimate)
- $38,414,003
- Taxable value
- $16,260,798
- Assessed land
- $1,556,997
- Assessed improvements
- $15,729,300
- Condo units with their own tax lots
- 53
Zoning
C6-2: floor area ratio 13.35 built, above the 6.02 base zoning allows, which bonuses, transfers or older rules can permit.
Flood zone
Current FEMA flood map: zone X, minimal flood hazard.
Recent sales
- Jul 1, 2025: $7,855,000, Unit PH-B
- Jun 25, 2025: $1,750,000, Apt 3A
- Jun 4, 2025: $2,875,000, Apt 2B
- Apr 24, 2025: $4,233,500, Apt 10D
- Aug 12, 2024: $4,200,000, Apt 10E
- Sep 28, 2023: $2,075,000, Apt 2A
- Jul 11, 2023: $4,184,200, Apt 9E
- Mar 2, 2023: $2,050,000, Apt 5A
- Jun 1, 2022: $3,990,000, Apt 2E
- May 6, 2022: $4,000,018, Apt 4D
The 10 most recent of 24 open-market sales since 2016, from the Department of Finance’s sales files.
Landmarks
Part of NoHo Historic District (Historic District). 42 Landmarks Preservation Commission permits are on file.
Board and land use applications
- STARBUCKS @ 454 LAFAYETTE (Renewal) (City Planning P2015M0332): Completed, decided Feb 3, 2015. Renewal of existing enclosed sidewalk café with 25 tables and 77 seats at 454 Lafayette Street.
- Starbucks Coffee Company (City Planning P2012M0662): Completed, decided Dec 20, 2012. Renewal of a revocable consent to operate an enclosed sidewalk café with 25 tables and 77 seats at 454 Lafayette Street
- STARBUCK COFFEE (City Planning P2012M0415): Completed, decided Sep 23, 2011. RENEWAL-ENCLOSED CAFE WITH 77 SEATS
- STARBUCKS COFFEE COMPANY NO.825 (City Planning P2009M0360): Completed, decided Sep 5, 2008. RENEWAL-ENCLOSED SIDEWALK CAFE WITH 77 SEATS
- STARBUCKS COFFEE CO #825 (City Planning P2007M0445): Completed, decided Apr 30, 2007. NEW-ENCLOSED SIDEWALK CAFE WITH 77 SEATS
- STARBUCKS LAFAYETTE-ASTOR PL (City Planning P2004M0462): Completed, decided Dec 10, 2003. RENEWAL-ENCLOSED SIDEWALK CAFE WITH 77 SEATS
- STARBUCKS COFFEE (City Planning P2002M0570): Completed, decided Jan 28, 2003. RENEWAL-ENCLOSED SIDEWALK CAFE WITH 77 SEATS FOR 5-YEARS
- STARBUCKS COFFEE COMPANY (City Planning P1997M0747): Completed, decided Jul 15, 1997. RENEWAL-ENCLOSED SIDEWALK CAFE WITH 77 SEATS FOR 5-YEARS
- STARBUCKS 454 (City Planning P1996M0508): Completed, decided Nov 8, 1995. NEW-ENCLOSED SIDEWALK CAFE (CHANGE IN OWNERSHIP) WITH 77*SEATS
- RIVERIA (City Planning P1990M0932): Completed, decided Nov 7, 1990. RENEWAL-ENCLOSED SIDEWALK CAFE WITH 85 SEATS FOR 5-YEARS