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18 West 38 Street

Manhattan, NY 10018BBL 1-00839-0058Map

Owner of record: Zdj 18 West 38 LLC

18 West 38 Street is a store building built in 1900 in Manhattan, 10018. It has 2 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Zdj 18 West 38 LLC. HPD has recorded 11 housing violations here, most recently on September 8, 2025. 2 of the 11 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
11
DOB violations
10
ECB violations
28
HPD complaints
28

What to know

Concern
2 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Sep 8, 2025

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 · 11

  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of construction materials at bulkhead, roof

    Sep 8, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak above ceiling at bulkhead, roof

    Sep 8, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective stone riser 2nd and 10th from bottom up at public hall stairs, 1st story

    Sep 8, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color bulkhead ceiling, roof

    Sep 8, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 21, 2024 · Apt 4

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 15, 2024 · Apt 4

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarded material at ceiling at public hall, 4th story

    Dec 21, 2007

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling, at public hall, 4th story

    Dec 21, 2007

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color north wall, in the bathroom located at apt 4fl, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 21, 2007 · Apt 4FL

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood flooring, in the kitchen located at apt 4fl, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 21, 2007 · Apt 4FL

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening key operated double cylinder lock at door, in the entrance located at apt 4fl, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 21, 2007 · Apt 4FL

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 10

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

    Nov 14, 2025

    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
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Sep 2, 2020

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Oct 4, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Oct 4, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jan 9, 1991

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Plumbing none

    P-plumbing none

    Dec 19, 1990

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Dec 5, 1988

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boiler boiler optional

    B-boiler boiler optional

    Nov 29, 1988

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 28

  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.failure to comply with minium fl area requirement per occupant load as per bc1004.1.2; 27-2075 & mdl sec #31 noted:at mezzanine fl level having occupied as

    Jan 26, 2023 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Illegal use in manufacturering district unlicensed physical treatment establishment prohibit use per zr-12-10 operating in m1-6 on 2nd fl noted:business as "goku" individual not licensed by nys as health care p

    Jan 26, 2023

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with commissioner's order to file certificate of correction with dept of buildings for violating conditions cited in nov #35661699z on 09/15/22.remedy:file certificate of correction

    Jan 26, 2023 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with commissioner's order to file certificate of correction with dept of buildings for violating conditions cited in nov #35661698r on 9/15/22.remedy:file certificate of correction

    Jan 26, 2023 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner,lack of required number of means of egress for every floor per bc 1018.1(2008 code);27-366;bc1021.1(2014 code) for sleeping quarters use at mezzanine fl lev

    Jan 26, 2023 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c/o77817.illegal occupancy noted:@2fl has been converted/occupied as "house of prostitution/brothel" w/10women&8rms,w/price of $320 for service&sleeping quarters@2fl mezzan

    Sep 15, 2022 · Penalty $6,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o permit.work noted:@2fl has been erected full ht partition walls to create 8massage rms&shower rm;installed water&waste line for shower rm,wash machines&kitchen sink;installed electrical line for light,

    Sep 15, 2022 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Observed a full kitchen, bath and large beds on 2nd floor mezzanine floor which contrary to existing c of o., discontinue illegal occupancy or amend c of o

    Aug 19, 2022 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    At time of inspection observed fire stopping materials missing in between mezzanine & 3rd floor. fire stopping missing between commercial & residential space., provide/maintain fire stopping

    Aug 19, 2022 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #39018863y issued on 03/04/20 & to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01.remedy:comply w/commissioner's

    Feb 5, 2021 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
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  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in summons/violated #39018863y issued on 03/04/20 & to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01.failure to maintain bldg wall

    Dec 1, 2020 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#39018866j issued on 03/04/20 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.failure to maintain buil

    Sep 24, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#39018863y issued on 03/04/20 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.failure to maintain buil

    Sep 24, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building walls or appurtenances. noted on exposure #3 multiple areas of heavy step cracking and stone lintels above window openings are delaminating. exposure #3 is in full state of disrepai

    Mar 4, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. grease from exhaust fan located on 1st floor set back roof is filling gutter at exposure #3, grease is then being transferred to courtyard below and storm

    Mar 4, 2020 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work without permit-at the time of my inspection at the above address on the above date, i observed new cast iron nohub pipe installed in cellar without any permit on file. approx. 10ft nohub pipe and nohub cou

    Aug 28, 2017

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.work noted gained access to cellar level & observed the prohibited use of a "fernco coupling"installed on approx 8',4" caste iron waste line stack.in addition t

    Jul 14, 2017 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide cover and fire plates for electrical boxes and cir cuit braker panels. work noted: open electrical boxes exposing electrical wires which causes a shocking hazard,observed at cellar level.

    Jul 14, 2017 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit.work noted gained access to cellar level & observed the new installation of approx 8' cast iron waste line stack.no recordof permit filed w/ dob.rem obtain permit

    Jul 14, 2017 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.

    Jul 7, 2017 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. defects noted: at time of inspection at 3rd and 4th flrs there are boxes, vacuums, shelves,garbage bags, wardrobe and a door in hallways and by stairs,obstructed

    May 6, 2010 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit. on inspection day: 1.8.10, in the basement of the bldg, existing gas service pipe was disconnected. new portion of gas service was installed w/o any required permits to allow to perform this

    Jan 8, 2010

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    20b 42b & c 32 burner needs over haul

    Nov 19, 1990 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Unknown

    Operating a pa without a current permit remedy obtai a urrent permit failure to have approved pa plans available for inspection

    Sep 27, 1989 · Penalty $650

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Pa contrary to approved plans to wit inthat at 2 means of egress door leadin out is less than required minimum width of 36" remedy remove as exit or restore as exit to comform to dept approvals failure to have

    Apr 4, 1989 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Unknown

    Contrary to approved plans 1 the stair at the north west end of the cellar leading to the 1 fl public hall is broken defective hand rail loose and is not the required width as indicated on approved plans dead

    Dec 5, 1988 · Penalty $100

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Boilers

    Nov 29, 1988

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain defect is excessive smoke venting into courtyard from exhaust system for restaurant kitchen at rear of building remedy extend exhaust vent to roof of building forthwith

    Sep 12, 1988

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jun 30, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jun 27, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    May 4, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 22, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 8, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Mar 1, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 20, 2025 · Apt ENTIRE

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 20, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 20, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 19, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 18, 2024 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Dec 18, 2024 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 11, 2024 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Dec 11, 2024 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 25, 2024 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Nov 25, 2024 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Aug 5, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Feb 10, 2017 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Feb 2, 2010 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Janitor/super

    Dec 18, 2007 · Apt 4FL

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 18, 2007 · Apt 4FL

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 15, 2007 · Apt 3FL

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Janitor/super

    Dec 15, 2007 · Apt 4FL

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Dec 15, 2007 · Apt 4FL

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Oct 15, 2004 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Fire-escape

    Sep 27, 2004 · Apt 0

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Aug 24, 2004 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Aug 24, 2004 · Apt BLDG

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Store building (K4)
Year built
1900
Floors
4
Residential units
2
Building area
7,140 ft²
Lot area
2,469 ft²
Zoning
M1-9A/R12
Community board
105
Council district
4
Block / lot
839 / 58
Assessed value
$1,028,250
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #611047, last renewed Jun 17, 2025.

Questions about 18 West 38 Street

Who owns 18 West 38 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Zdj 18 West 38 LLC.

Does 18 West 38 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 11 housing violations at this property.

Is 18 West 38 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 18 West 38 Street built?

City records list 1900 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 18 West 38 Street?

It has 2 residential units and 4 units in total.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.