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525 West 49 Street

Manhattan, NY 10019BBL 1-01078-0016Map

Owner of record: Homes For The Homeless Institute, INC.

525 West 49 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1940 in Manhattan, 10019. It has 47 residential units across 7 floors. The owner of record is Homes For The Homeless Institute, INC.. HPD has recorded 24 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 11 of the 24 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
24
DOB violations
18
ECB violations
7
HPD complaints
43

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Apr 29, 2026

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 · 24

  • 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 29, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 17, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wall cabinet at west in the kitchen located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Apr 24, 2025 · Apt 3C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective mechanical. vent at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Apr 24, 2025 · Apt 3C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department under base cabinet at south and west wall in the kitchen located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Apr 24, 2025 · Apt 3C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... more than 10 sq feet under base cabinet at south and west walls in the kitchen located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Apr 24, 2025 · Apt 3C

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

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... greater than 10 sq feet under base cabinet at south and west wall in the kitchen located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Apr 24, 2025 · Apt 3C

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

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Apr 24, 2025 · Apt 3C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and north wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 6h lower level, 6th story, 4th apartment from west at north

    Nov 26, 2024 · Apt 6H

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling at public hall, 6th story

    Nov 26, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 6th story

    Nov 26, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 6th story

    Nov 26, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq.ft at ceiling and door casing in the 1st room from north located at apt 6h lower level, 6th story, 4th apartment from west at north

    Nov 26, 2024 · Apt 6H

    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 22, 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.

    Feb 16, 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
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches located at bsmt-apt b, 1st bsmt-apt from east at south

    Aug 18, 2020 · Apt B

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from at least 1 window or provide approved type gate ... located at bsmt-apt b, 1st bsmt-apt from east at south

    Aug 18, 2020 · Apt B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls and ceiling in the bathroom located at bsmt-apt b, 1st bsmt-apt from east at south

    Aug 18, 2020 · Apt B

    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 3, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4e, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 26, 2009 · Apt 4E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1b, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 19, 2004 · Apt 1B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-20.08,20.09 adm code file certification of satisfactory installation of smoke detecting device in accordance with h.p.d. rules and regulations.

    Sep 11, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 18

  • No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required

    Failed to file fisp cycle 9b technical report by 2/21/2023

    Feb 22, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 13, 2021

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 20, 2021

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 9, 2020

    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
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 15, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 16, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required

    Failed to file fisp cycle 7b technical report by 08/21/2012

    Aug 30, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 12, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 3, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 23, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 24, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Facade facade optional

    Ll11/98-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional

    Aug 4, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 17, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 24, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 29, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 9, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p32861

    Sep 11, 2000

    Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 7

  • Class - 2

    Draft inducer fan not operating, not interlocked-combustible material in boiler room.

    Jun 6, 2023

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Cease use 05l: door restrictor defective - this is a safety issue for the riding public

    Oct 30, 2019 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner service equipment.gas fired dryers.observed & photographed in bsmnt-5 gas fired cloth dryers conected to gas lines w/ residential gas flex connectors.dryers ven

    Sep 17, 2012 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file an amended 6th round report acceptable to this dept indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial local law 11/98 report.rem:file an amended report following remedial repairs o

    Mar 26, 2010 · Penalty $8,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain exterior building north elevation observe storage stored on fire escape landing blocking and in the pathway(flower pots,chair).remedy:mainatin exterior bldging;remove all stoarage,flower pot

    Dec 1, 2009 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failed to notify d.o.b./ obtain permit prior to use/ ins off c-hooks in connection with suspended scaffold. noted: notification expired on 12/16/08 rem: notify the department

    Feb 4, 2009

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Supervision or use of rigging equipment w/o rigger's license. remedy: comply with code.

    Oct 15, 2008

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 17, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Open
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Apr 11, 2025 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Apr 11, 2025 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Apr 11, 2025 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Apr 11, 2025 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 11, 2025 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 13, 2024 · Apt 6H

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    May 22, 2024 · Apt 5E

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 22, 2024 · Apt 5E

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 22, 2024 · Apt 5E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 19, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Aug 13, 2020 · Apt B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Aug 13, 2020 · Apt B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 6, 2013 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Sep 25, 2013 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Aug 28, 2013 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Aug 25, 2013 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jan 19, 2013 · Apt C

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Sep 30, 2012 · Apt C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Sep 1, 2012 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Aug 22, 2012 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 11, 2012 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 13, 2011 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 15, 2011 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 15, 2011 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 9, 2011 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Aug 9, 2011 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Aug 9, 2011 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jul 4, 2011 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 25, 2011 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 24, 2011 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 24, 2011 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 23, 2011 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 23, 2011 · Apt 6I

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Dec 23, 2009 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 9, 2009 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 8, 2009 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 18, 2009 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 18, 2009 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Feb 6, 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
Elevator apartment building (D5)
Year built
1940
Floors
7
Residential units
47
Building area
26,500 ft²
Lot area
7,396 ft²
Zoning
R8
Community board
104
Council district
3
Block / lot
1078 / 16
Assessed value
$4,274,550
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #111071, last renewed Dec 17, 2024.

Questions about 525 West 49 Street

Who owns 525 West 49 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Homes For The Homeless Institute, INC..

Does 525 West 49 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 24 housing violations at this property.

Is 525 West 49 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 525 West 49 Street built?

City records list 1940 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 525 West 49 Street?

It has 47 residential units.

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