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166 Avenue B

Manhattan, NY 10009BBL 1-00404-0032Map

Owner of record: United East Real Devinv

166 Avenue B is a walk-up apartment building built in 1900 in Manhattan, 10009. It has 8 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is United East Real Devinv. HPD has recorded 74 housing violations here, most recently on May 27, 2020. 29 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 1 rent-stabilized apartment here in 2024.

HPD violations
74
DOB violations
17
ECB violations
15
HPD complaints
34

What to know

Concern
2 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 27, 2020

Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.

Good
No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
1
About 13% of the building's 8 apartments

Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 74

  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 27, 2020 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 6, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 15, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing upper return rail at south east corner at 5th sty balcony,front east at fire escape

    Nov 23, 2012

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Section 53,187,231 m/d law & dept rules & reg. provide means of egress from yard to street by fireproof passageway for which application must be filed for approval,or by unlocked door or gate in fence to adjoining premises with consent of adjacent owner.

    Nov 23, 2012

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of slide bolt with eyelet capable receiving padlock at rear west egress door at 1st sty public hall.

    Nov 23, 2012

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following a minimum of 100 watts of incandescent light required

    Aug 24, 2011

    Open — False certification
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective sheetrock ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 20, 2000 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of cascading water leak at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 20, 2000 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 200 watts. at front areaway

    Jun 28, 2000

    Open — Not complied with
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  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system 1 sty public hall and on boiler room door.

    Aug 17, 1999

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots 4 sty rear fire escape.

    Aug 17, 1999

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors door from street to vestibule.

    Oct 3, 1998

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the roof thru out.

    Aug 19, 1998

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes household articles 4 sty rear fire escape.

    Aug 19, 1998

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Section 53,187,231 m/d law & dept rules & reg. provide means of egress from yard to street by fireproof passageway for which application must be filed for approval,or by unlocked door or gate in fence to adjoining premises with consent of adjacent owner.

    May 8, 1997

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of drum & etc 1 sty public hall

    Jun 19, 1995

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling north room 5 sty west apt 7 located at apt 7

    Aug 5, 1993 · Apt 7

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    Section 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration drop ceiling installed kitchen 5 sty west apt 7 located at apt 7

    Aug 5, 1993 · Apt 7

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Replace with new the missing glass top sash south window north room 5 sty west apt 7 located at apt 7

    Aug 5, 1993 · Apt 7

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 5 sty west apt 7 aquino located at apt 7

    Aug 5, 1993 · Apt 7

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches 5 sty west apt 7 thru out located at apt 7

    Aug 5, 1993 · Apt 7

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening lockable dead bolt installed bulkhead door to roof

    Aug 5, 1993

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective glass 1 lite top sash south window west room 5 sty west apt 7. , section '' ''

    May 14, 1993 · Apt 7

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling water damaged and west wall west room 5 sty west apt 7. , section '' ''

    May 14, 1993 · Apt 7

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin raoches thru out 5 sty west apt 7. , section '' ''

    May 14, 1993 · Apt 7

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 5 sty west apt 7 aquino. , section '' ''

    May 14, 1993 · Apt 7

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective lock & assembly vestibule door 1 sty public hall.

    Jul 15, 1991

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective intercom from 4 sty rear apt 5 to 1 sty public hall. located at apt 5

    Feb 5, 1991 · Apt 5

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots screen all stys balcony rear fire escape.

    Feb 5, 1991

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code refit entrance door at 4 sty rear apt 5. , section '' ''

    Jan 9, 1991 · Apt 5

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 4th sty rear apt 5. , section '' ''

    Jan 9, 1991 · Apt 5

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective wood flooring southwest & northwest corners 4 sty rear apt 5 west room. , section '' ''

    Jan 9, 1991 · Apt 5

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective hole in brick wall at kitchen 3rd sty front apt 4. located at apt 4

    Dec 24, 1990 · Apt 4

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective ceiling electric light fixture front room 3rd sty front apt 4. located at apt 4

    Dec 24, 1990 · Apt 4

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of trip hazard front entrance treshold 3rd sty front apt 4. located at apt 4

    Dec 24, 1990 · Apt 4

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code refit door to 3rd sty front apt 4 entrance. located at apt 4

    Dec 24, 1990 · Apt 4

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code provide chain door guard at entrance door 2nd sty front apt 2. located at apt 2

    Dec 24, 1990 · Apt 2

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    D26-20.08 adm code repair or replace the smoke detector 3 sty front apt 4. located at apt 4

    Dec 24, 1990 · Apt 4

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • C

    D26-17.07 adm code provide hot water at all hot water fixtures 3 sty front apt 4 kitchen and bathroom er1. located at apt 4

    Dec 24, 1990 · Apt 4

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    D26-20.08,20.09 adm code provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations 3rd sty front apt 4. located at apt 4

    Dec 24, 1990 · Apt 4

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose window sashes throughout 3rd sty front apt 4. located at apt 4

    Dec 24, 1990 · Apt 4

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of plywood pails 1 sty public hall rear.

    Dec 24, 1990

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of wood platform & plaster roof throughout.

    Dec 24, 1990

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-16.01 adm code repair the leaky and/or defective water supply pipe valve and pipe fittings to radiator front room 3rd sty front apt 4. located at apt 4

    Dec 24, 1990 · Apt 4

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceilings throughout.

    Dec 24, 1990

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    D26-19.05 adm code provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination 1st sty public hall.

    Dec 24, 1990

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the rear yard.

    Dec 24, 1990

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    D26-19.01 adm code provide adequate lighting cellar.

    Dec 24, 1990

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    D26-19.07 adm code install and maintain sufficient light or lights of at least 40 watts incandescent or equivalent each, to light adequately from sunset to sunrise the rear yard fixture present.

    Dec 24, 1990

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 17

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 31, 2005

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jun 7, 1994

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jun 7, 1994

    Dob violation - active
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1994

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Feb 16, 1994

    Dob violation - active
  • Electric signs none

    Es-electric signs none

    Feb 16, 1994

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jan 16, 1994

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1993

    Dob violation - active
  • Plumbing none

    P-plumbing none

    May 13, 1991

    Dob violation - active
  • Electric signs none

    Es-electric signs none

    Apr 12, 1990

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 15

  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain:noted @ interior hallway.water damage & deteriorating evident @ first fl level along with missing floor tiles also cracks evident @ 2nd through 5th walls.@ roof level appears to be sagging

    Jul 21, 2014 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway noted @ time of insp @ rearyard fire escape obstructed @3,4,5 fl with tree branches(excessive amounts)rem:remove obstructions.

    Jul 21, 2014 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit. noted: work man installing new bx cable & ceiling fixtures in hallway,w/o a permit & by unlicensed electrician. "full stop work order - issued pursuant to 28-207.2 & posted at premises".

    Aug 31, 2011 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. noted: potted plants placed on every level of fire escape. this obstructs passage & presents a hazard in case of an emergency. remedy: remove obstruction.

    Aug 31, 2011 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o permit;permit expired noted:@ front(east)exposure a sdwlk shed has been erected under permit#120540496 and permit has expired.rem:obtain permit

    Mar 2, 2011 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o a permit; permit expired. noted: supported scaffold in place at front exp w/expired permit #120567519. remedy: obtain permit.

    Mar 2, 2011 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to provide required signage & information on sidewalk shed. note: 1) missing permit # and related information on sidewalk shed. 2) missing permit # and related information for supported scaffold on

    Jan 28, 2011

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    4a/19b/24b/50/50a/50b/50c/38. bq9 lochinuar hot water boiler model # rwn225 work. without out a permit. 50 missing discharge pipe from saftey valve. 50a missisng self closing fire proof door. 50b improper insul

    Mar 5, 2003 · Penalty $5,000

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit.work noted:store front,suspended ceiling,interi-or paritions,sealing of existing windows at rear,bathroom at 1 floor commercial space.remedy:obtain permits if feasible or restore premises

    Nov 20, 1995 · Penalty $1,000

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Ceiling construcion store taj deli grocery had suspending ceiling erected contrary to rs5-16 standard ceilign is supported by tie wire and had no carrying channels nor supporting hangers (pencil rod) as

    Feb 16, 1994

    Resolve
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  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain ( interior) rear area at 1st floor hallway had water damage ceiling and plaster at said area has deteriorate causing plaster to fall 2nd floor stairwell landing had broken and loose marble

    Feb 16, 1994

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    No chimney cap for masonry chimney: masonry chimney at rear north/westroof had no cap as per code. remedy:provide cap at chimney as per code

    Feb 16, 1994

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior loose and defective coping at nor/west parpet wall located ajointing to chimney remedy make necessary repairs to the satisfaction of this department

    Feb 16, 1994 · Penalty $1,000

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. work noted:having gutter entire walls and ceiling at 2nd sty front apt.:3rd sty entire floors&4th sty front apt. remedy:stop all work! obtain a permit and approval from this dept.

    Sep 17, 1990 · Penalty $1,000

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit-noted.new store front new suspended ceiling new interior partitions, sealing of existing windows rear. new bathroom location-commerical space at first store remedy:obtain a permit and

    Sep 17, 1990 · Penalty $1,000

    Active

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jan 16, 2023 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jan 16, 2023 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 13, 2021 · Apt 8

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    May 20, 2020 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 15, 2014 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 21, 2013 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 12, 2013 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Apr 5, 2013 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Mar 21, 2013 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Mar 16, 2013 · Apt 1

    Close
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  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 3, 2013 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 17, 2012 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 10, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Dec 10, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Nov 19, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Nov 19, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 19, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Mar 10, 2009 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 5, 2009 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 3, 2009 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 2, 2009 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 2, 2009 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 24, 2009 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 23, 2009 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 13, 2009 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 13, 2009 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 13, 2009 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 17, 2008 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 14, 2007 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 8, 2007 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 19, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Feb 28, 2004 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jan 16, 2004 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jan 16, 2004 · Apt 2

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C4)
Year built
1900
Floors
5
Residential units
8
Building area
5,025 ft²
Lot area
1,365 ft²
Zoning
R7A
Community board
103
Council district
2
Block / lot
404 / 32
Assessed value
$2,399,400
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #129876, last renewed Jun 26, 2026.

Questions about 166 Avenue B

Who owns 166 Avenue B?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is United East Real Devinv.

Does 166 Avenue B have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 74 housing violations at this property.

Is 166 Avenue B rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 1 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 13% of its 8 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 166 Avenue B built?

City records list 1900 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 166 Avenue B?

It has 8 residential units and 9 units in total.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.