37 West 12 Street
Manhattan, NY 10011BBL 1-00576-0025Map
Owner of record: Butterfield House INC-B.h.s.(37120)
37 West 12 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1961 in Manhattan, 10011. It has 102 residential units across 13 floors. The owner of record is Butterfield House INC-B.h.s.(37120). HPD has recorded 19 housing violations here, most recently on May 8, 2026. 14 of the 19 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 19
- DOB violations
- 87
- ECB violations
- 12
- HPD complaints
- 5
What to know
No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.
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 · 19
- ANon-hazardous
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.
May 8, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - 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 17, 2025
Open — Info nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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.
Jun 13, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - 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
Open — Info nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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 17, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - 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 15, 2023
Open — Info nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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.
Mar 31, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - 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 2, 2022
Open — Info nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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.
Mar 10, 2022
Open — Nov sent out - 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.
Mar 10, 2022
Open — Info nov sent out
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- ANon-hazardous
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.
Feb 16, 2022
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 16, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 20, 2021
Open — Nov sent out - 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.
Apr 20, 2021
Open — Info nov sent out - BHazardous
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 minimum of 100 watts as required(light fixture(s) present). at front areaway
Jul 15, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - 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 20, 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.
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.
Mar 5, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures at all stories
Jan 17, 2014
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 87
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection
Nov 14, 2025
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection
Nov 14, 2025
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection
Sep 23, 2024
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection
Sep 23, 2024
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 20, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 20, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 20, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 20, 2020
Dob violation - resolved
Show 40 more ↓
- Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 20, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator - failure to file category 1 2017 inspection/test
Apr 5, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator - failure to file category 1 2017 inspection/test
Apr 5, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator - failure to file category 1 2017 inspection/test
Apr 5, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator - failure to file category 1 2017 inspection/test
Apr 5, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator - failure to file category 1 2017 inspection/test
Apr 5, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 11, 2018
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 11, 2018
Dob violation - resolved - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Due to fire
May 6, 2017
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 1, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 1, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 1, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 1, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 1, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 3, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 19, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 19, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 19, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 19, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 19, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2014 inspection/test
Jun 10, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2014 inspection/test
Jun 10, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2014 inspection/test
Jun 10, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2014 inspection/test
Jun 10, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2014 inspection/test
Jun 10, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jul 2, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jul 2, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Apr 24, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 14, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 17, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 17, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 17, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 17, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 17, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 16, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 12, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 12, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 12, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
ECB violations · 12
- Class - 2
Failure to submit an acceptable required cycle 8c report of critical examination documenting condition of exterior wall and appurtenances required by 28-302.4 for control#802131.remedy:submit acceptable require
Feb 13, 2020 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Failure to file annual ceritification that cooling tower 1000004503 has been inspected, tested, & disinfected, & that a maintenance plan been developed & implemented, by nov. 1, 2016. remedy: file annual certif
Jun 20, 2017 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to register cooling tower; remedy: comply w/code
Sep 21, 2015 · Penalty $800
Active - Class - 1
Mis. 28-207.5 97##/ 97## unlawful act. failure to comply w/ a cease use order of the commissioners. device 1p25757 was returned to service w/o a re-inspection by this department to determine that the cease use
Mar 31, 2014 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 1
Mis. 28-207.5 97##/ 97## unlawful act. failure to comply w/ a cease use order of the commissioner. device 1p25756 was returned to service w /o a re-inspection by this department to determine that the cease use
Mar 31, 2014 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 1
Unapproved unsafe unsuitable electrical equipment appartus materials devices,appliances or wiring in use. on 1/17/14 at 4pm i observed: defective wiring defective equipment throu-out due to water main brake in
Jan 17, 2014 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 2
Work doesn't conform to approved construction documents noted:support scaffold at jobsite is not erected as per plan shown remedy:conform toapproved documents
Aug 19, 2008 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Hazardous
Sidewalk shed does not meet building code specifications. noted defect: shed not sealed toward building. noted locations: (1) shed deck east and west. (2) east vertical panel end. (3) west vertical panel end.
Apr 23, 2003
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to provide elevator landing sign for elevator bank of the southside building on floor 2 to 7 failure to provide 3 inch minimum high alphabetic letter of identification for stair over the occupancy of
Jun 26, 2002 · Penalty $400
Active - Non-hazardous
46/b/15 29/i/12 46 shorten hoist ropes #29 -change broken springs on cwt shackle
Apr 10, 2001
Resolve
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- Non-hazardous
48d,46d, 48- provide proper spin out device. 46- provide proper spin out device.
Jul 13, 1998
Resolve - Non-hazardous
46h.
Jan 21, 1993 · Penalty $200
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 26, 2026 · Apt 6A
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Aug 23, 2023 · Apt 4A
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Aug 23, 2023 · Apt 4A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 10, 2019 · Apt 2B
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 22, 2011 · Apt 6B
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 6, 2026 | Non-market transfer | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Jul 23, 2026 | Non-market transfer | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Jul 14, 2026 | $5,375,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Jul 8, 2026 | Non-market transfer | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Jul 8, 2026 | $4,950,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Apr 30, 2026 | $998,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Apr 29, 2026 | $3,350,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Jan 20, 2026 | $2,500,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D4)
- Year built
- 1961
- Floors
- 13
- Residential units
- 102
- Building area
- 235,875 ft²
- Lot area
- 29,110 ft²
- Zoning
- C6-2
- Community board
- 102
- Council district
- 2
- Block / lot
- 576 / 25
- Assessed value
- $27,712,800
- Landmark / historic district
- Greenwich Village Historic District
HPD registration #138431, last renewed Sep 17, 2025.
Questions about 37 West 12 Street
Who owns 37 West 12 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Butterfield House INC-B.h.s.(37120).
Does 37 West 12 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 19 housing violations at this property.
Is 37 West 12 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 37 West 12 Street built?
City records list 1961 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 37 West 12 Street?
It has 102 residential units and 105 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.