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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

Concern
5 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Nov 22, 2024

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

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 82

  • 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 22, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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.

    Oct 9, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • 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

    Dec 21, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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
  • 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.

    Oct 25, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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.

    Oct 1, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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.

    Feb 2, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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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 .. at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 7, 2014

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    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
  • C

    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
  • C

    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
  • C

    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
  • C

    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
  • A

    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
  • A

    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
  • A

    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
  • A

    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
  • A

    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
  • A

    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
  • A

    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
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice & roaches 3 sty northwest apt 2c thru out. , section '' ''

    Nov 26, 1991 · Apt 2C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • C

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective lock at entrance door of 2nd story south apartment 2c.

    Oct 2, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches and mice throughout 2nd story south apartment 2c.

    Oct 2, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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
  • 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 at or near mailboxes 1st story public hall.

    Oct 2, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches and mice throughout 2nd story south apartment 2c.

    Oct 2, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective wood floor throughout 3rd story south apartment 2c.

    Oct 2, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly secure the loose child window guards throughout 3rd story south apartment 2c.

    Oct 2, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective lock at entrance door of 2nd story south apartment 2c.

    Oct 2, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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

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

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.