331 West 38 Street
Manhattan, NY 10018BBL 1-00762-0017Map
Owner of record: 331 West 38th Street, LLC
331 West 38 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Manhattan, 10018. It has 16 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 331 West 38th Street, LLC. HPD has recorded 99 housing violations here, most recently on May 6, 2026. 39 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 9 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 99
- DOB violations
- 12
- ECB violations
- 13
- HPD complaints
- 83
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
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 99
- CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective the door and door frame in the entrance located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 6, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
§ 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor missing at public hall, 1st story
May 6, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing --hook and eye installed at bulkhead door , 5th story
May 6, 2026
Open — 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 1, 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.
Nov 15, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective leading to north court at public hall, 1st story
Jul 20, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Refit door leading to north court at public hall, 1st story
Jul 20, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder lock set installed at door leading to north court at public hall, 1st story
Jul 20, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - 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) 2nd wall cabinet from south at west wall, 1st wall cabinet from south at west wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 5, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Apr 26, 2023 · Apt 5
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the east wall, west wall, 1st closet from north at east wall door, north wall, 1st closet from north at east wall door, north wall, east wall, west wall, 1st closet from north at east wall door, north wall, east wall, west wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 5, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Apr 25, 2023 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out
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- ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 2nd room from north, the kitchen , the bathroom located at apt 5, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Apr 25, 2023 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in wash basin waste line in the bathroom located at apt 5, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Apr 25, 2023 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 5, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Apr 25, 2023 · Apt 5
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 5, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Apr 25, 2023 · Apt 5
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). inoperable in the entire apartment located at apt 5, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Apr 25, 2023 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperable in the entire apartment located at apt 5, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Apr 25, 2023 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st closet from north at east wall door frame, 1st closet from north at east wall wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 5, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Apr 25, 2023 · Apt 5
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 5, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Apr 17, 2023 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling at vestibule area , 1st story
Apr 17, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at the vestibule at east wall , 1st story
Apr 17, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at south wall, west wall and north wall at public hall stairs, 1st story
Apr 17, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wires at ceiling at public hall, 2nd story
Apr 17, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at west wall at public hall, 3rd story
Apr 17, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective mecahanical vent at the west wall in the bathroom located at apt 5, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Apr 17, 2023 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the north wall, east wall, west wall, south wall and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Apr 17, 2023 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Apr 17, 2023 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective porcelain enamel glaze at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 5, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Apr 17, 2023 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 5, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Apr 17, 2023 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling, north wall, and west wall in the kitchen located at apt 5, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Apr 17, 2023 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 5, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Apr 17, 2023 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the north wall, west wall, and ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 5, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Apr 17, 2023 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 5, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Apr 17, 2023 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling at public hall, 3rd story
Apr 17, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective intercom buzzer system from building enterance to apt located at apt 5, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Apr 17, 2023 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective mechanical ventilation system at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 5, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Apr 17, 2023 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at the west wall, north wall, south wall and ceiling at public hall stairs, 1st story
Apr 17, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pot on 3rd story balcony at building front
Apr 17, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at the entrance located at apt 5, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Apr 17, 2023 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 1 sq ft at west wall and 1 sq ft at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 5, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Apr 17, 2023 · Apt 5
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at the west wall at public hall stairs, 3rd story
Apr 17, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at the west wall at public hall stairs, 3rd story
Apr 17, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at north wall, west wall and south wall at public hall stairs, 2nd story
Apr 17, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at the west wall at public hall stairs, 2nd story
Apr 17, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Apr 17, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing bent drop ladder at building front
Apr 17, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door to the rear yard at public hall, 1st story
Apr 17, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 1 sq ft at west wall and 1 sq ft at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 5, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west original violation 15928921 issued 17-apr-23 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Apr 17, 2023 · Apt 5
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - 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 15, 2023
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.
Feb 16, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 12
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection
Nov 14, 2025
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 26, 2021
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Mar 31, 2021
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Feb 17, 2021
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 23, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 16, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 2, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
May 16, 2008
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
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed
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- 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
ECB violations · 13
- Class - 2
Failure to comply with commissioners order to file a certificate of correction with the department of buildings for violation conditions cited in nov#35472881m issued 2/24/20 pursuant to 28-201.1;28-204.4;1rcny
Jun 2, 2021
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner-noted:@exp1 roof level parapet@west side of cornice observed missing bricks mortar&cracking.@1fl level facade in disrepair also acunit on window opening on fire
Feb 26, 2021 · Penalty $6,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.noted:at exposure#1 parapet wall left side of the corvice has missing bricks mortar and have cracks in remove areas throughout also the fire escape of expos
Jan 7, 2021 · Penalty $6,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.noted at exposure #1at roof level left side missing bricks & cornice in disrepair-cracks coming down on the left side & cracks on windows.also observed window
Nov 27, 2020 · Penalty $6,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building walls or appurtenance note at exposure#1 at leftside roof level missing bricks also at front facade slate pieces around window spaulded and missing throughout.rem:maintain building
Sep 22, 2020 · Penalty $12,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in a code-compliant manner. at time of inspection, observed cracks coming down the left side of the facade at exposure #1 along with loose/cracked, missing bricks and slate pieces.
Jun 24, 2020 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway.noted:at 3rd floor corridor that connects to exit passageway to staircase obstructed by chair,barstool,closet doors,pillow.rem:remove obstruction.
Feb 24, 2020
Resolve - Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by building dept records.at 1st flrrear yard arranged with tables & 18 chairs being used in conjunction with restaurant on 1st flr @ time of inspection.rem:discontinue illegal
Jul 19, 2016
Resolve - Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c of o or dept records illegal occupancy noted in rear yard arranged w/10 tables & 20 chairs extending the 1st fl resturant "carbone" into rear yard. remedy: disc. the
Aug 17, 2013 · Penalty $600
Resolve - Class - 1
Sec. 28-118.3.2 occupancy contrary to that which it allow by bldg deptrecords. noted: 10 tablet & 19 chairs w/plastic tarp covering 5 & lampw/wide (trelit) installed to create outdoor eating area in rear patio
May 8, 2013 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve
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- Class - 1
Work without a permit. noted: at the 5th floor rear (north) west apartment (bldg apt #13) workes have gutted the fire damaged apartment and erected new partitions, electrical and plumbing lines, without a permi
Nov 19, 2008
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain bldg noted at 5th fl rear west apt brick masonry displaced bulged w/ mortar joints missing on active chimney flue remedy: make safe immediately provide stability report from ra or pe
May 16, 2008 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Hazardous
Work without permit:work noted in 1st flr commercial and cellar 1.ere ected metal frame partitions in the 1st flr to lower ceiling height. 2erected metal and wood frame partitions with drywalls, 1st fl.
Apr 14, 2006 · Penalty $500
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 12
Open - Door/window
Door
Jan 29, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Lighting
Jan 29, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Safety
Fire escape
Jan 29, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Door
Jan 29, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Outside building
Roof door/hatch
Jan 29, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Outside building
Skylight
Jan 29, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Door
Jan 29, 2026 · Apt 3
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Jan 29, 2026 · Apt 12
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Jan 29, 2026 · Apt 12
Close
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- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jul 19, 2023 · Apt 5
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jul 19, 2023 · Apt 5
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 10, 2023 · Apt 5
Close - General
Ventilation system
Apr 10, 2023 · Apt 5
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 10, 2023 · Apt 5
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 10, 2023 · Apt 5
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 10, 2023 · Apt 5
Close - Door/window
Door
Jul 9, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Sep 20, 2019 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 4, 2018 · Apt 2
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Oct 4, 2018 · Apt 2
Close - Door/window
Window pane
Oct 4, 2018 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 9, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - General
Cooking gas
May 21, 2015 · Apt 4
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Jan 14, 2014 · Apt 16
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 16, 2013 · Apt NA
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 15, 2013 · Apt NA
Close - General
Locks
Jul 3, 2012 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Doors
Jul 3, 2012 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 30, 2011 · Apt 10
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 22, 2011 · Apt 10
Close - Nonconst
Rubbish
Nov 27, 2010 · Apt 17
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 27, 2010 · Apt 4
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 8, 2009 · Apt 10
Close - General
Doors
Oct 15, 2008 · Apt 1B
Close - General
Locks
Oct 15, 2008 · Apt 1B
Close - General
Doors
Apr 15, 2008 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 11, 2008 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 17, 2007 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 17, 2007 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 17, 2007 · Apt 10
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 26, 2007 · Apt 10
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Aug 26, 2007 · Apt 10
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Aug 26, 2007 · Apt 10
Close - General
Doors
Jul 17, 2007 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Apr 7, 2007 · Apt 10
Close - Electric
Bell-buzzer/intercom
Apr 7, 2007 · Apt 10
Close - General
Doors
Apr 7, 2007 · Apt 10
Close - Nonconst
Rubbish
Apr 7, 2007 · Apt 10
Close - General
Locks
Apr 7, 2007 · Apt 10
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C7)
- Year built
- 1920
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 16
- Building area
- 9,690 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,475 ft²
- Zoning
- C6-4M
- Community board
- 104
- Council district
- 3
- Block / lot
- 762 / 17
- Assessed value
- $1,222,650
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #101772, last renewed Aug 30, 2025.
Questions about 331 West 38 Street
Who owns 331 West 38 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 331 West 38th Street, LLC.
Does 331 West 38 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 99 housing violations at this property.
Is 331 West 38 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 9 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 56% of its 16 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 331 West 38 Street built?
City records list 1920 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 331 West 38 Street?
It has 16 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.