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198 Avenue A

Manhattan, NY 10009BBL 1-00406-0003Map

Owner of record: 198 Ave A Managementcrp

198 Avenue A is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10009. It has 8 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 198 Ave A Managementcrp. HPD has recorded 77 housing violations here, most recently on September 30, 2026. 11 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 3 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
77
DOB violations
9
ECB violations
14
HPD complaints
91

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Sep 30, 2026

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
3
About 38% 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 · 77

  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in waste line at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 29, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 17, 2025

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 26, 2025 · Apt 5A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles at public hall, 2nd story

    Mar 26, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 19, 2025 · Apt 5A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 9, 2025 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 9, 2025 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate in the entire apartment located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 6, 2025 · Apt 5A

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective connection waste line at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 6, 2025 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective radiator air valve in the 2nd room from north located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 6, 2025 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate in the entire apartment located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 17, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective radiator air valve releasing steam in the 1st room from north located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 17, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 3, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department around window frames at east wall in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 13, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department south wall at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 13, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Refit doors at base cabinet on east wall in the kitchen located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 13, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling and all walls in the kitchen located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 13, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department east wall in window frame in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 13, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    And dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint throughout all components at balconys at all storys at fire escape at building front

    Aug 13, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 1, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 23, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 23, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 1, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 1, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch door to rear yard at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 28, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch in the entrance located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 28, 2023 · Apt 4A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling at public hall, 2nd story

    Aug 28, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 2nd story

    Aug 28, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 2nd story

    Aug 28, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 28, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 28, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 28, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate ... in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 4, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 2, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 2, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective connection waste line at sink. in the kitchen located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 8, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective. in the entire apartment located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 8, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective. in the entire apartment located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 8, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Refit the door. in the entrance located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 8, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and east wall. in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 8, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective upper window sash and counter balance, first window, at east wall leading to fire escape. in the 2nd room from east located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 1, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood base cabinet at sink, in the kitchen located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 1, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective connection drain pipe at sink in the kitchen located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 1, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 1, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling and east wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 1, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and east wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 1, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). this is missing in the entire apartment located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 1, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 9

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Mar 21, 2001

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 1, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Electric signs none

    Es-electric signs none

    Apr 12, 1990

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 14

  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the department of buildings for violation # 39186188m, file a certificate of correction; file a certificate of correction

    Sep 9, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Found external metal chimney with defects at time of inspection. chimney termination not 3 feet above roof or 10 feet away from property line as per mc 801.21. correct all violating conditions and submit acerti

    Apr 24, 2026 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. as noted: at time of inspection observed parapet at exp #2 leaning inward and in needof repair. remedy: repair and/or replace.

    Feb 20, 2025 · Penalty $2,530

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    At the time of inspection i observed in apartment 5a new electrical installation new switch, light fixture in the kitchen and new panel box with breakers no application on file with d.o.b., obtain permit

    Oct 10, 2023 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificateof correction with the department of buildings. violation # 39059700k issued on 04/06/2022, violating conditions remain at time of inspection

    Mar 2, 2023 · Penalty $1,280

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. at time of inspection observed no approved vertical termination cap on boiler flue duct located approx 5' above roof elevation. immediately hazardous condi

    Mar 2, 2023 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work does not conform to approved documents. noted: exhaust duct installed at exp-3 and roof under job # 121615671 page # m-102.000 indicated entire exposed to elements section of duct to be shielded or insulat

    Apr 6, 2022 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#39012095n issued on 10/31/19 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01(d)(2). an acceptible certificate has not yet been fi

    Dec 2, 2020 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the department of buildings. violation #39015813m issued on 1/15/2020, however new c of c has not been obtained. non comp

    Mar 17, 2020 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work does not conform to approved construction documents and/or approved amendments. noted kitchen exhaust fan located on roof of building installed under permit #121763537, drawing #m401.00 indicates equipment

    Jan 15, 2020 · Penalty $620

    Resolve
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  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. at time of inspection observed no approved vertical termination cap on boiler flue duct located approx 5' above roof elevation. immediately hazardous condi

    Jan 15, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    At the time of inspection, i observed disrepair, water stain/marks and paint chips falling from bedroom, living room ceiling in apt # 5a. also observed minor hair cracks all over the ceiling. , repair and/or r

    Oct 31, 2019 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/out a permit.work noted installing a new metal chimney from 1stfloor to roof without first obtaining permits and approvals as required by this department.remedy:obtain permits and approvals

    Mar 3, 2004

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit(100% of work completed)noted:studio apt.made at rear of ground fl.commm space.apt.is a studio including bathroom with tub and shower;stove(non operational)and kitchen type sink.remedy:obt

    Mar 21, 2001 · Penalty $500

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Sep 28, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Stairs

    Sep 28, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roofing

    Sep 28, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Boiler

    Sep 28, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Sep 28, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • General

    Signage missing

    Aug 3, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Aug 3, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Stairs

    Jul 15, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Jul 1, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Jul 1, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Close
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  • Flooring/stairs

    Stairs

    May 28, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    May 28, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 9, 2026 · Apt FRONTD

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 6, 2026 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 23, 2025 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 23, 2025 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 22, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 24, 2025 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Mar 24, 2025 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roofing

    Mar 24, 2025 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Mar 14, 2025 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Mar 14, 2025 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roofing

    Mar 13, 2025 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Mar 10, 2025 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • General

    Janitor/super

    Feb 6, 2025 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Jan 3, 2025 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Jan 3, 2025 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 24, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 24, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 12, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Dec 12, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 12, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roofing

    Dec 7, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Dec 7, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 7, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • General

    Janitor/super

    Dec 7, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 18, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Nov 15, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roofing

    Nov 15, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 15, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Nov 14, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Oct 26, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 21, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 17, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Aug 7, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Aug 7, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Oct 26, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Oct 26, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Oct 10, 2023 · Apt 5A

    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
1910
Floors
5
Residential units
8
Building area
8,942 ft²
Lot area
2,472 ft²
Zoning
R7A
Community board
103
Council district
2
Block / lot
406 / 3
Assessed value
$2,146,950
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #127983, last renewed Aug 7, 2024.

Questions about 198 Avenue A

Who owns 198 Avenue A?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 198 Ave A Managementcrp.

Does 198 Avenue A have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 77 housing violations at this property.

Is 198 Avenue A rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 3 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 38% of its 8 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 198 Avenue A built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 198 Avenue A?

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.