253 West 16 Street
Manhattan, NY 10011BBL 1-00766-0009Map
Owner of record: 253 W 16 Owners INC
253 West 16 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1930 in Manhattan, 10011. It has 53 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is 253 W 16 Owners INC. HPD has recorded 151 housing violations here, most recently on September 2, 2026. 29 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 2 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 151
- DOB violations
- 17
- ECB violations
- 25
- HPD complaints
- 984
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
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.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 151
- ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice regarding rent stabilization law, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a conspicuous location within the common area at the buildings entrance. for more information about signage requirements, please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/required-signage.page
Sep 2, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice regarding rent stabilization law, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a conspicuous location within the common area at the buildings entrance. for more information about signage requirements, please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/required-signage.page
Aug 20, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 17, 2026 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 17, 2026 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice regarding rent stabilization law, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a conspicuous location within the common area at the buildings entrance. for more information about signage requirements, please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/required-signage.page
Apr 27, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures throughout in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 26, 2026 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of bedbugs in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective bell buzzer intercom system from building front entrance to panel at west wall in the foyer located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 7, 2025 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of bedbugs in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 26, 2025 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and west wall in the foyer located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 26, 2025 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out
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- BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective return bell buzzer from west wall to entrance to building in the foyer located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 26, 2025 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective bell buzzer intrecom system from building entrance to west wall in the foyer located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 3, 2025 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
§ 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration padlock at lock hopper chute door at compactor closet, 3rd story
Sep 3, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of bedbugs in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 3, 2025 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 3, 2025 · Apt 3D
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latchset at bulkhead door to roof
Aug 13, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latchset at compactor closet door at public hall, 6th story
Aug 13, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods drop ladder out of of gravity hook at west exterior wall at fire escape
Aug 6, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latchset at compactor closet door at public hall, 6th story
Aug 6, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latchset at compactor closet door at public hall, 4th story
Aug 6, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latchset at compactor closet door at public hall, 2nd story
Aug 6, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latchset at bulkhead door to roof
Aug 6, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling at 1st public hall bulkhead from east, 6th story
Jul 30, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of pests. evidence of water bugs at public hall, 5th story
Jul 30, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of pests. evidence of water bugs at public hall, 6th story
Jul 30, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Jul 30, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Jul 30, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at 1st public hall bulkhead from east, 6th story
Jul 30, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at 1st public hall bulkhead from east, 6th story
Jul 30, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Jul 30, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges on the door at compactor closet, 4th story
Jun 7, 2025
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. at public hall, 1st story
May 13, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of bedbugs in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 13, 2025 · Apt 3D
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Provide operable handle at bulkhead door exterior to allow ingress from roof to bulkhead landing located at public parts, 1st public parts from north at east
Apr 22, 2025
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 3i, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 22, 2025 · Apt 3I
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set in the compactor closet located at public parts, 1st story
Apr 22, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set in the compactor closet located at public parts, 2nd story
Apr 22, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch set at door in the compactor closet located at public parts, 1st story
Apr 22, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Refit compactor closet door in the compactor closet located at public parts, 5th story
Apr 22, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch set at door in the compactor closet located at public parts, 5th story
Apr 22, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set in the compactor closet located at public parts, 5th story
Apr 22, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening consisting of push paddle alarm device at bulkhead door located at public parts, 1st public parts from north at east
Apr 22, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door in the entrance located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 22, 2025 · Apt 1B
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set in the entrance located at apt 6h, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 22, 2025 · Apt 6H
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch set at entrance door in the entrance located at apt 6h, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 22, 2025 · Apt 6H
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
§ 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration dumbwaiter door and assembly removed and openings sealed with masonary at south wall of basement
Apr 22, 2025
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch set at bulkhead door located at public parts, 1st public parts from north at east
Apr 22, 2025
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at bulkhead located at public parts, 1st public parts from north at east
Apr 22, 2025
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set in the compactor closet located at public parts, 6th story
Apr 22, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch set at door in the compactor closet located at public parts, 6th story
Apr 22, 2025
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 17
- Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 18, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 23, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jun 13, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required
Failed to file fisp cycle 8a technical report by 02/21/2017
May 31, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 13, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 26, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 20, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 15, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 19, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 11, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
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- Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 26, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 23, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p89
Oct 22, 2001
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p89
Oct 6, 2000
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Mar 10, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p89
Feb 2, 1999
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 23, 1988
Dob violation - resolved
ECB violations · 25
- Class - 1
Class 1: upon inspection device found to be out of service. this presents a safety hazzard to special needs residents & first responders. restore to service repair immediately as per 1rcny 11-02. when service r
Dec 8, 2023 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Permitholder failed to maintain pipe scaffold as per code. it was loose planks (not fully planks), gapes between planks and facade, missing guardrails by roof area in contrary with bc3314.8 and debris netting w
May 16, 2023 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Permitholder failed to provide construction documents (sidewalk and scaffold drawings). upon my request to review drawings the representative stated that he didn't have it on site in contrary with code 3301.7 d
May 16, 2023 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
At time of inspection i observed sidewalk shed installed on exposure # 1 upon review the department record to verify compliance it shows that the permit had expired since 111722renew and maintain permit
Mar 16, 2023
Resolve - Class - 2
Class 2: 78.l.10 lubricate governor tension sheave.
Oct 27, 2022 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 1
At the time of inspection of 6 story building observed, supported scaffold on top of sidewalk shed at exposure #1 and the debris netting was not enclose the entire scaffold, had large opening and gaps , inadeqa
May 31, 2022 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/out expired permit.at the time of inspection of 6 story bldg observed workers performing facade repair on supported scaffold at exp.#1 upon review on bis & dobnow,the research revealed that facade permit
May 9, 2022 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to obtain temporary construction permit prior to installation of temporary construction equipment.at the time of inspection of 6 story bldg observed,sidewalk shed erected at exp.#1 & upon review on bis
May 9, 2022 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Bc3314.8 guardrail system & debris netting.at the time of inspection of 6 story bldg observed workers performing works on supported scaffold,& there was no guardrail system on the working platform creating
May 9, 2022 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Illegally engaging in any business or occupation w/out a required license or other authorization.at the time of inspection of 6 story bldg observed workers performing facade restoration at exp.#1 upon review
May 9, 2022 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve
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- Class - 1
Failure to file evidence of compliance w/workers comp,card &/or disability benefits law.at the time of inspection of an active job site of 6story bldg observed workers performing facade repair on supported scaf
May 9, 2022 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Class - 1
5- m-7 door restrictor not working repair and contact nyc dob ,
Jan 31, 2020 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building exterior walls/facade and appurtenances.at the time of inspection south elevation exposure 1:observed crack at 2nd flor window lintel.crack at south west corner and open joints a cr
Nov 21, 2019
Resolve - Class - 1
05a10cu,59x10cu,67b10,39i10. 5a10- cease use item door zone restric tor has been tampered with/disabled and rendered inoperative. this is a safety device to ensure elevator passengers safety repair restrictor
Sep 10, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
5a10.55a14. 5a10-cease use item door zone restrictor has been tamperedwith/disabled and rendered inoperative this is a safety device to ensure elevator passengers safety repair restrictor and contact nycdob at
Mar 21, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
39r5 work w/o permit. part number 39; car dome was installed w/o a permit being obtained, and application being filed. rmdy: file application and obtain permit for work and schedule test appointment with nycdo
Feb 12, 2018 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 2
8v1,70b7,99bb5,61b7,68m7,39b7. (8v)car flr landing not level adjust updirection. 5x2x1f down 2flr. (70b)no access comply w/ section 8.1. (99bb)one year test tag. (61b)machine disconnect switch insufficient, pro
Jun 15, 2017 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
8v1,16j10,59bb7,56y2,56y13. 8v1-car floor to landing still not level ajust; 16j10-hoist door misaligned repair; 59bb7-machine brake maintenance tag expired provide; 56y2-hoist machine oil leak clean; 56y13-hoi
Feb 7, 2017
Resolve - Class - 1
08v01 need to adjust leveling for all floors.
Oct 19, 2016
Resolve - Class - 2
31v01,21m07,59u15,70o02. 31-leveling unit not leveling on 3 caving down adjust; 21-interlocks cover missing on 3rd flr provide; 59-machine brake device not tagged tag device; 70pit dirty clean
Apr 15, 2016
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg walls. as per code (1) at apt 3d bathroom wall is missing war tiles & ceiling has spalling & flaking paint at lining/bedroom area. (2) at rear yard & sideyard ground fl: rubble stone
Jul 9, 2014 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg wall or appurtenances. at west side exp 2 wall has defective parging (masonary) at various locations as well as defective mortar joints causing leaks into interior. remedy: maintain
Jul 6, 2014
Resolve - Class - 2
Sign/panel not in complaince w/ section. noted: alt typed of sign installed for sws permit issued : 10/03/13. remedy: comply w/ dob code requirement
Mar 19, 2014
Resolve - Class - 2
Fail notify dept prior to use/inst of c-hooks in connection w/susp scaff.note:c-hook platform installed @exp #1 w/o notification.stop all work on c-hook platform.contact ss for re-inspection.pictures filed.
Mar 19, 2014 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 2
080v1,59d06,64m07. 08v- various floors. 59d- brake tension secure. 64m- main line disconnect
Dec 15, 2010
Resolve
Complaints
- Electric
Outlet/switch
Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 3D
Open - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 3D
Open - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 3D
Open - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 3D
Open - Electric
Outlet/switch
Oct 11, 2026 · Apt 3DANDO
Open - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Oct 11, 2026 · Apt 3DANDO
Open - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Oct 11, 2026 · Apt 3DANDO
Open - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 11, 2026 · Apt 3DANDO
Open - Electric
No lighting
Oct 9, 2026 · Apt 3DANDO
Open - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Oct 9, 2026 · Apt 3DANDO
Open
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- Unsanitary condition
Mold
Oct 9, 2026 · Apt 3DANDO
Open - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 9, 2026 · Apt 3DANDO
Open - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Oct 7, 2026 · Apt 3DANDO
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Oct 7, 2026 · Apt 3DANDO
Close - Electric
No lighting
Oct 7, 2026 · Apt 3DANDO
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 7, 2026 · Apt 3DANDO
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 3DINWA
Close - Electric
No lighting
Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 3DINWA
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 3DINWA
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 3DINWA
Close - Electric
No lighting
Oct 5, 2026 · Apt 3DANDC
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Oct 5, 2026 · Apt 3DANDC
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Oct 5, 2026 · Apt 3DANDC
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 5, 2026 · Apt 3DANDC
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Oct 3, 2026 · Apt 3DANDO
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Oct 3, 2026 · Apt 3DANDO
Close - Electric
No lighting
Oct 3, 2026 · Apt 3DANDO
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 3, 2026 · Apt 3DANDO
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 30, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 30, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Sep 30, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Electric
Lighting
Sep 30, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 29, 2026 · Apt 3DANDO
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Sep 29, 2026 · Apt 3DANDO
Close - Electric
No lighting
Sep 29, 2026 · Apt 3DANDO
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 29, 2026 · Apt 3DANDO
Close - Electric
No lighting
Sep 28, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Sep 28, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 28, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 28, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Sep 26, 2026 · Apt 3DANDO
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 26, 2026 · Apt 3DANDO
Close - Electric
Power outage
Sep 26, 2026 · Apt 3DANDO
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 26, 2026 · Apt 3DANDO
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 24, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Electric
No lighting
Sep 24, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Sep 24, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 24, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 3DANDO
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 3DANDO
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 6, 2026 | $985,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Jan 23, 2026 | $905,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Oct 7, 2025 | $590,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D4)
- Year built
- 1930
- Floors
- 6
- Residential units
- 53
- Building area
- 37,782 ft²
- Lot area
- 7,550 ft²
- Zoning
- R8B
- Community board
- 104
- Council district
- 3
- Block / lot
- 766 / 9
- Assessed value
- $4,274,100
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #108340, last renewed Jul 23, 2025.
Questions about 253 West 16 Street
Who owns 253 West 16 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 253 W 16 Owners INC.
Does 253 West 16 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 151 housing violations at this property.
Is 253 West 16 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 2 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 4% of its 53 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 253 West 16 Street built?
City records list 1930 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 253 West 16 Street?
It has 53 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.