172 Forsyth Street
Manhattan, NY 10002BBL 1-00421-0043Map
Owner of record: 172 Forsyth Street Hsng Dev Fund Co
172 Forsyth Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1900 in Manhattan, 10002. It has 17 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is 172 Forsyth Street Hsng Dev Fund Co. HPD has recorded 82 housing violations here, most recently on November 22, 2024. 22 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 82
- DOB violations
- 17
- ECB violations
- 1
- HPD complaints
- 9
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 82
- IInformation / order
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 22, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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.
Oct 9, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective lower sashes at all 3 windows on east in the 1st living room from north at east located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 21, 2016 · Apt 5A
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective lower sash at east window in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 21, 2016 · Apt 5A
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective lower sashes at all west windows in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 21, 2016 · Apt 5A
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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
Dec 21, 2016
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story
Dec 21, 2016
Open — Not complied with - IInformation / order
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.
Oct 25, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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.
Oct 1, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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.
Feb 2, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- CImmediately hazardous
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 .. at public hall, 1st story
Aug 7, 2014
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening dead bolt and eye arrange to be lock interior door in the entrance located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 5, 2006 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening dead bolt and eye arrange to be lock interior door in the entrance located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 5, 2006 · Apt 2A
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening dead bolt and eye arrange to be lock interior door in the entrance located at apt 6a, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 5, 2006 · Apt 6A
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening dead bolt and eye arrange to be lock interior door in the entrance located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 5, 2006 · Apt 3B
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from north at east wall, north wall, south wall, east wall, west wall in the 2nd private hallway from north at west located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 5, 2006 · Apt 2C
Open — Defect letter issued - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the west wall, 1st window frame from south at west wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 5, 2006 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 1st door from north at east wall, 1st door frame from north at east wall in the 1st foyer from north at east located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 5, 2006 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the north wall, south wall in the 1st foyer from north at east located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 5, 2006 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the south wall in the 2nd kitchen from north at east located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 5, 2006 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st door frame from south at west wall, north wall, east wall, 1st window frame from north at east wall in the 3rd bathroom from north at east located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 5, 2006 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Refit closet doors thru out 5 sty west apt 5c. located at apt 5c
Nov 28, 1995 · Apt 5C
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl bathroom 5 sty west apt 5c. located at apt 5c
Nov 28, 1995 · Apt 5C
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice & roaches 3 sty northwest apt 2c thru out. , section '' ''
Nov 26, 1991 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of concealed water leak over ceiling & south wall at south room 3 sty northwest apt 2c. , section '' ''
Nov 26, 1991 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection wasteline under shower stall flooding the floor 3 sty northwest apt 2c. , section '' ''
Nov 26, 1991 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color wall at watercloset compartment 3 sty northwest apt 2c. , section '' ''
Nov 26, 1991 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color north wall kitchen 3 sty northwest apt 2c. , section '' ''
Nov 26, 1991 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling kitchen 3 sty northwest apt 2c. , section '' ''
Nov 26, 1991 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color south wall at south room 3 sty northwest apt 2c. , section '' ''
Nov 26, 1991 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling bathroom and kitchen 3 sty east apt 2a er1. , section '' ''
Mar 7, 1991 · Apt 2A
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile floor bathroom 3 sty rear apt 3a. , section '' ''
Feb 8, 1991 · Apt 3A
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 4th sty south apt 3c r martinez. located at apt 3c
Nov 9, 1987 · Apt 3C
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing mice roaches 4th sty south apt 32 kitchen. located at apt 32
Nov 9, 1987 · Apt 32
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 4th sty south apt oc.
Nov 9, 1987
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective lock at entrance door of 2nd story south apartment 2c.
Oct 2, 1987
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches and mice throughout 2nd story south apartment 2c.
Oct 2, 1987
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper.
Oct 2, 1987
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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 at or near mailboxes 1st story public hall.
Oct 2, 1987
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches and mice throughout 2nd story south apartment 2c.
Oct 2, 1987
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective wood floor throughout 3rd story south apartment 2c.
Oct 2, 1987
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose child window guards throughout 3rd story south apartment 2c.
Oct 2, 1987
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective lock at entrance door of 2nd story south apartment 2c.
Oct 2, 1987
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing mice roaches 2nd sty front apt 1b kitchen. , section '' ''
Jun 30, 1987 · Apt 1B
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling 4th sty south apt 3a kitchen. , section '' ''
Jun 24, 1987 · Apt 3A
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 4th sty south apt 3a m daiz. , section '' ''
Jun 24, 1987 · Apt 3A
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet 4th sty south apt 3a bathroom. , section '' ''
Jun 24, 1987 · Apt 3A
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub 4th sty south apt 3a bathroom. , section '' ''
Jun 24, 1987 · Apt 3A
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective window glass lower sash 4th sty south apt 3a kitchen. , section '' ''
Jun 24, 1987 · Apt 3A
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing glass and upper sash 4th sty south apt 3a southeast room. , section '' ''
Jun 24, 1987 · Apt 3A
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
DOB building violations · 17
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 13, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 19, 2003
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 26, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 27, 2001
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 7, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 16, 1997
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 - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Sep 30, 1991
Vp-violation unserved ecb-active - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Sep 30, 1991
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 1
- Non-hazardous
Altered building occupied without a valid c of o alteration #100573880d.b.a."mi bandera meat & grocery" at 1 st floor commercial space. remedy: obtain a valid c of o !
Nov 14, 1994 · Penalty $350
Resolve
Complaints
- Electric
No lighting
Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 3C
Open - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Jan 16, 2024 · Apt 1A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 8, 2023 · Apt 1A
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Dec 15, 2016 · Apt 5A
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 11, 2007 · Apt 6A
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Apr 26, 2004 · Apt STORE
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 7, 2004 · Apt 2C
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 6, 2003 · Apt 3-A
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 3, 2003 · Apt 2C
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C6)
- Year built
- 1900
- Floors
- 6
- Residential units
- 17
- Building area
- 12,166 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,917 ft²
- Zoning
- C4-4A
- Community board
- 103
- Council district
- 1
- Block / lot
- 421 / 43
- Assessed value
- $921,600
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #127750, last renewed Aug 27, 2025.
Questions about 172 Forsyth Street
Who owns 172 Forsyth Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 172 Forsyth Street Hsng Dev Fund Co.
Does 172 Forsyth Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 82 housing violations at this property.
Is 172 Forsyth Street rent stabilized?
No rent-stabilized units appear in its 2018–2024 tax bills. Individual apartments can still be regulated, so request the rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal if unsure.
When was 172 Forsyth Street built?
City records list 1900 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 172 Forsyth Street?
It has 17 residential units and 18 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.