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179 Madison Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10016BBL 1-00863-0062Map

Owner of record: 179 Madison Avenue Realty,

179 Madison Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1925 in Manhattan, 10016. It has 7 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 179 Madison Avenue Realty,. HPD has recorded 121 housing violations here, most recently on April 1, 2024. 1 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 1 rent-stabilized apartment here in 2024.

HPD violations
121
DOB violations
22
ECB violations
13
HPD complaints
231

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Apr 1, 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

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
1
About 14% of the building's 7 apartments

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.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 121

  • A

    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
  • 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 15, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    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
  • 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 15, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    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 15, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    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, 2021

    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 25, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate ... in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 10, 2014 · Apt 4R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective lower window sash at 2nd from east window in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 10, 2014 · Apt 4R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color north wall in the private hallway located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 14, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective bell buzzer for apt 3r at street entrance door , 1st story

    Sep 14, 2010

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Section 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

    Sep 9, 2010

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    Sep 9, 2010

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing at bldg. door from vestibule to 1st sty public hyall

    Jan 12, 2010

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing wood baluster west 4th up at,north stair rail, 2nd sty public hall stairs .

    Jan 12, 2010

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at 1st & 3rd sty at public hall

    Mar 19, 2009

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing at bldg. entrance door from vestibule to 1st sty public hall

    Mar 19, 2009

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing wood baluster 4th up,at north stair railing,2nd sty at public hall stairs

    Mar 19, 2009

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing wood baluster east 1st,at south stair railing ,3rd sty at public hall

    Mar 19, 2009

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective and / or replace door in the entrance located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 26, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 24, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electrical wires northwall in the private hallway located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 24, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color north wall in the private hallway located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 24, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color unkeyed plaster ceiling approx. 20 sqft in the private hallway located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 24, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace with new the broken or defective door with 1hr self closing fire proof located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 24, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 1, 2007 · Apt 4F

    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.

    May 15, 2007

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 2fl, 2nd story

    Mar 7, 2007 · Apt 2FL

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Refit the door in the entrance located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 25, 2007 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective mortise lock at the door in the entrance located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 25, 2007 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of storaged a steel gate & furniture rear at public hall, 3rd story

    Mar 13, 2006

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at boiler room

    Oct 26, 2005

    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. at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 8, 2005

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 5f, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 15, 2005 · Apt 5F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Provide properly trapped, sewer connected, rain leader so as to provide proper drainage and file an application for approval before doing the work - , roof

    Jul 26, 2002 · Apt 3R

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

    Properly repair the broken or defective vestibule door lock at lobby, 1st story

    Jan 10, 2001

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the inside vestibule at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 5, 2000

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the dirt and grime inside vestibule at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 5, 2000

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarded west wall at public hall, 2nd story

    Jul 5, 2000

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarded ceiling at bulkhead at public hall

    Jul 5, 2000

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarded walls around skylight at bulkhead at public hall

    Jul 5, 2000

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors bulkhead to roof at public hall

    Jul 5, 2000

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective eroded brick and mortar joints at rear exterior wall at chimney, roof

    Jul 5, 2000

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the 3rd story extension roof at open space, roof

    Jul 5, 2000

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the stagnate water at 3rd story extension roof at open space, roof

    Jul 5, 2000

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the dirty and grimy floors all stories at public hall

    Jul 5, 2000

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor at public hall, 4th story

    Jul 5, 2000

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly secure the loose balustrade assembly at public hall, 3rd story

    Jul 5, 2000

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of cabinet at public hall, 3rd story

    Jul 5, 2000

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective wood treads 1st up from bottom at public hall stairs, 2nd story

    Jul 5, 2000

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 22

  • Plumbing none

    The department of buildings intends to revoke all approvals & permits under plumbing application #121234280 due to the suspension of license stop all plumbing work immediately except to make site safe

    Jul 6, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 4, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 26, 2002

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
  • Electric signs none

    Es-electric signs none

    Apr 12, 2002

    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
  • 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

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • 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

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Oct 31, 1994

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Oct 31, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Sep 14, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Aug 30, 1994

    Vp*-violation unserved ecb- 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

    May 1, 1991

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 5, 1991

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Electric signs none

    Es-electric signs none

    Jan 23, 1990

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 13

  • Class - 1

    Atoi observed new partition walls errected in kitchen area with muiptile outlets and receptacles installed at (179 madison ave) ground fl commercial space. with electrical bx cable added/feeding from existing e

    Sep 24, 2024 · Penalty $2,530

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Directed the use of a 2pt suspended scaffold w/o a special riggers license.remedy:roof

    Aug 23, 2007 · Penalty $500

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain interior bldg. defect noted: at 2nd fl commercial establishment (day spa) on ceiling near reception area, water damaged drywall with loose seams and water stains present due to water damage.

    Dec 6, 2005 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit installed air conditioning unit(1) at 2nd floor level north side and in operation (duct installed in 2nd floor (entire)remedy:obtain equipement use permit

    Jun 6, 2005 · Penalty $400

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o a permit two(2) openings at rear kitchen area has been sealed(approx 31"x85" and 34"x72"). remedy:obtain permit or restore to priorlegal condition

    Apr 24, 2003

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Having installed a sign without a permit having an illuminated sign without a current permit. remedy; remove illegal work signage.

    Mar 14, 2003 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Having installed a sign w/out a permit. having an illuminated sign w/out a current permit. remedy: remove illegal work/signage.

    Mar 14, 2003 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Having installed a sign w/o a permit. having an illuminated sign w/o a current permit. remedy: remove illegal work.

    Jun 21, 2002 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Having prohibited illuminated signage. remedy: remove illegal signage.

    Jun 21, 2002 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work does not conform to approved plans. new flooring beams temporaing sharing evected from 1st have cellar to support 2nd and 1st floor beams. partition demo of brick partition. remedy conform to approved plan

    Aug 22, 1995 · Penalty $125

    Resolve
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  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall location5th s 74 building facade defelt section of stone window sill has fallen on to sidewalk atcenter window remedy make all neccessary repairs

    Jun 21, 1994 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit - stop work order noted: (1) interior demolation of rated wall & ceiling enclosure (2) remove ceiling joesh extend ceiling height (3) new bathroom (4)new kitchen (5) new street rock - loca

    Jun 8, 1994 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. remedy: stop all work. obtain a permit.

    Oct 24, 1988 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 31, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Stairs

    Jan 12, 2024 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 2, 2018 · Apt 5R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 28, 2017 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 23, 2017 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 31, 2014 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 8, 2014 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 4, 2014 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 17, 2011 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 2, 2011 · Apt 4R

    Close
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  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 1, 2011 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 29, 2011 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 1, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Nov 24, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 24, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 24, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 21, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 21, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 21, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 20, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Nov 5, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Oct 19, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 17, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Sep 2, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Aug 31, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 28, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 23, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Apr 23, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Apr 19, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 17, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Janitor/super

    Mar 30, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Mar 30, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Mar 24, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Dec 14, 2009 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Nov 27, 2009 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Nov 23, 2009 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Construction

    Rain leader

    Nov 14, 2009 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Nov 14, 2009 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 29, 2009 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 26, 2009 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 15, 2009 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 14, 2009 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 12, 2009 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat-plant

    Oct 12, 2009 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 11, 2009 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 11, 2009 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 11, 2009 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 5, 2009 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Sep 30, 2009 · Apt 5R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Sep 8, 2009 · Apt 3R

    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 (C7)
Year built
1925
Floors
5
Residential units
7
Building area
9,271 ft²
Lot area
2,469 ft²
Zoning
C5-2
Community board
105
Council district
4
Block / lot
863 / 62
Assessed value
$2,074,500
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #138659, last renewed Jun 18, 2026.

Questions about 179 Madison Avenue

Who owns 179 Madison Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 179 Madison Avenue Realty,.

Does 179 Madison Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 121 housing violations at this property.

Is 179 Madison Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 1 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 14% of its 7 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 179 Madison Avenue built?

City records list 1925 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 179 Madison Avenue?

It has 7 residential units and 9 units in total.

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