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522 West 50 Street

Manhattan, NY 10019BBL 1-01078-0046Map

Owner of record: 520 West 50th Street INC

522 West 50 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1901 in Manhattan, 10019. It has 20 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 520 West 50th Street INC. HPD has recorded 116 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 8 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
116
DOB violations
11
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
21

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

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 · 116

  • 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

    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 16, 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.

    Nov 2, 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 16, 2022

    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.

    Apr 1, 2021

    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
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of air conditioner at 1st window from west at 2nd sty balcony at building front at fire escape

    Jul 6, 2018

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of air conditioner at 2nd window from west at 3rd sty balcony at building front at fire escape

    Jul 6, 2018

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of household items at fire escape

    Jul 6, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of air conditioner at 2nd window from east at 5th sty balcony at building front at fire escape

    Jul 6, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of air conditioner at 1st window from west at 5th sty balcony at building front at fire escape

    Jul 6, 2018

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at gas range. in the kitchen located at apt e2, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 25, 2018 · Apt E2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Replace with new the missing electric outlet safety cover, at 1st. & 2nd. story public hall.

    Jun 25, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at gas range. in the kitchen located at apt c4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 24, 2018 · Apt C4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling. in the kitchen located at apt c4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 24, 2018 · Apt C4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defectve. located at apt c4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 24, 2018 · Apt C4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 26, 2016

    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 2, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in at drainage from wash basin in the bathroom located at apt d3, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 30, 2011 · Apt D3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective pointing mortar at east brick wall in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt d3, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 30, 2011 · Apt D3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes household items at 3 & 4 sty ,front north party wall balcony

    Sep 30, 2011

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt d3, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 30, 2011 · Apt D3

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt d3, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 30, 2011 · Apt D3

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east & south corner wall in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt d3, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 30, 2011 · Apt D3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit west wood closet door in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt d3, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 30, 2011 · Apt D3

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing sign at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 30, 2011

    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

    Sep 30, 2011

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    § 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 frame at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 30, 2011

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling. at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 30, 2011

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes air conditionors protruding beyond window sills at 4 & 5 sty ,front north party wall balcony

    Sep 30, 2011

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective floor hole near water closet in the bathroom located at apt a2, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 27, 2006 · Apt A2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes air conditioners protruding beyond window sills on 2,3,4,5th sty balcony ,front north at party wall balcony

    Nov 27, 2006

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots on 2,3,4,5th sty balcony ,front north at party wall balcony

    Nov 27, 2006

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tile in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 5, 2006 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 5, 2006 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling walls and trim in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 5, 2006 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair by closing so as to be gas tight all openings in the wastline in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 5, 2006 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electrical wires ceiling north east enclosure at open space, cellar

    Aug 23, 2004

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed wires east wall junction box at open space, cellar

    Aug 23, 2004

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit entrance to 3 sty southwest apt c4. located at apt c4

    Jun 24, 1997 · Apt C4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective wood floor wrapped kitchen 3 sty southwest apt c4. located at apt c4

    Jun 24, 1997 · Apt C4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets showerhead cold water bathroom 3 sty southwest apt c4. located at apt c4

    Jun 24, 1997 · Apt C4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color south wall kitchen 3 sty southwest apt c4. located at apt c4

    Jun 24, 1997 · Apt C4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling north & south wall south room 3 sty southwest apt c4. located at apt c4

    Jun 24, 1997 · Apt C4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective wood floor center room 3 sty southwest apt c4. located at apt c4

    Jun 24, 1997 · Apt C4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots 3 4 & 5 sty balcony front fire escape.

    Jun 24, 1997

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective intercom system 1 sty public hall to 3 sty southwest apt c4. located at apt c4

    Jun 24, 1997 · Apt C4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed bx cable wire panel box east wall center room 5 syt west apt 3e. , section '' ''

    May 23, 1997 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl tile floor 5 sty rear east apt 3e kitchen. located at apt 3e

    May 23, 1997 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective wood floor ktichen 5 sty southeast atp 3e

    May 23, 1997

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 11

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report

    Mar 3, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    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

    Mar 16, 1999

    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

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • General

    Cooking gas

    Mar 15, 2018 · Apt C4

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Feb 14, 2018 · Apt A2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jun 25, 2012 · Apt D3

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Jun 25, 2012 · Apt D3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 24, 2011 · Apt D3

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Aug 24, 2011 · Apt D3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Nov 21, 2006 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Nov 21, 2006 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Nov 21, 2006 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Nov 21, 2006 · Apt 2A

    Close
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  • General

    Ceramic-tile

    Nov 21, 2006 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 21, 2006 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    May 10, 2006 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    May 10, 2006 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    May 10, 2006 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • General

    Ceramic-tile

    May 10, 2006 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Apr 11, 2006 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Apr 11, 2006 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Apr 11, 2006 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Apr 11, 2006 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Apr 11, 2006 · Apt 2A

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Jun 15, 2026$367,000Coops - walkup apartments—
Sep 29, 2025$375,000Coops - walkup apartments—

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C6)
Year built
1901
Floors
5
Residential units
20
Building area
9,645 ft²
Lot area
2,511 ft²
Zoning
R8
Community board
104
Council district
3
Block / lot
1078 / 46
Assessed value
$1,352,250
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #132432, last renewed Sep 19, 2025.

Questions about 522 West 50 Street

Who owns 522 West 50 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 520 West 50th Street INC.

Does 522 West 50 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 116 housing violations at this property.

Is 522 West 50 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 522 West 50 Street built?

City records list 1901 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 522 West 50 Street?

It has 20 residential units.

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