# 21 Astor Place, Manhattan

Condominium · 52 units · built c. 1892 · Block 545, Lot 7503.

On Umarelli: https://umarelli.org/nyc/1005457503/21-astor-place

More construction in Greenwich Village: https://umarelli.org/nyc/manhattan/greenwich-village.md

Every lot on block 545: https://umarelli.org/nyc/manhattan/545.md

## 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.

## 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.

## Flood zone

Current FEMA flood map: zone X, minimal flood hazard.

## 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

From New York City and Jersey City public records, refreshed within a day of each release. Sources: https://umarelli.org/sources. Methodology and corrections: https://umarelli.org/methodology