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498 West 55 Street

Manhattan, NY 10019BBL 1-01083-0035Map

Owner of record: Site Five HDFC

498 West 55 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Manhattan, 10019. It has 44 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Site Five HDFC. HPD has recorded 37 housing violations here, most recently on April 16, 2024. 5 of the 37 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
37
DOB violations
6
ECB violations
14
HPD complaints
28

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Apr 16, 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

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 · 37

  • 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 16, 2024

    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 16, 2024

    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, 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
  • 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
  • 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 8, 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.

    Mar 8, 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.

    Mar 8, 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.

    Mar 8, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • 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 8, 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.

    Mar 8, 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.

    Mar 8, 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.

    Mar 8, 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
  • 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

    § 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

    Dec 4, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors at bulkhead to roof at public hall stairs, 5th story

    Nov 12, 2020

    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 frame missing at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 12, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 frame missing at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 11, 2019

    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 24, 2018

    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 24, 2018

    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 24, 2018

    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 24, 2018

    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 5, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Aug 27, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Aug 27, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 - frame missing at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 27, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following minimum of 100 watts as required(light fixture(s)present). at front areaway

    Jul 7, 2017

    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 16, 2015

    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 16, 2015

    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 16, 2015

    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 16, 2015

    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 1, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of no electrical supply in the entire apartment located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 12, 2008 · Apt 4E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of water leak at ceiling in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 12, 2008 · Apt 4E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following ,100 watts required.

    Aug 9, 2005

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 6

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report

    Mar 1, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report

    Mar 1, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Work w/out permit

    Jul 12, 2010

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jun 24, 2002

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 14

  • Class - 2

    Work w/o a permit: at 1st flr comm installed zoned ac unit w/new electrical wiring and service from main box. remedy: obtain permits or restore to prior legal condition.

    Jul 12, 2010 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg:defect noted:sagging floor approx 3" at rear bedroom-at apt 5s at potential tripping hazard.remedy:repair defect.

    Apr 19, 2004 · Penalty $350

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain building.defect noted:sagging floor approximately 3" at rear bedroom of apt. 5 s - a tripping hazard.remedy:repair defect.

    Apr 19, 2004 · Penalty $350

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    50)back flow pipurnteris leaking.50a=front safety valve at rear of boiler is missing name/cating plate.50b=missing dang and nuts on rear boiler door.

    Jan 27, 2004

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order to file a certificate of correction with the dob for violation #34294369h. note permit #102508476 is not a permit for the installation of teleion equipment. remedy

    Jun 24, 2002 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain. defect is: exterior brick wall has vertical and diagonal cracks in various location (rear) approx. 8'x6'. remedy: repair defect.

    Aug 13, 2001 · Penalty $350

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit air conditioning unit installed on the roof above parapet nw corner remedy: obtain permit.

    Aug 13, 2001

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o permit hazardous installation of nextel communication antennae (9)nine and associated hvac and ground level communication room. no permits on file permits for adjoining bldg do not apply prior dismissa

    Jun 11, 2001 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain . defect is- at east front wall north side cracks have developed at windows lintels on all floor due to construction of adjacent property 815 10 ave.remedy: make all necessary repairs submit

    Feb 7, 2000 · Penalty $180

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall . defect is : a crack approx. 1/4" open and 6'-0" long observed in the northwest corner of the rear facade. remedy: make safe maintain exterior builing wall. obtain pe

    Jan 3, 2000 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
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  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. work noted installed tele commication antenna'son roof with hvac. obtain permit for item's noted forthwith.

    Dec 28, 1999

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit: noted: a one wstory communications room has been erected in the rear of said premises . the size is approx 12x10/ they have also installed approx. 8 arial antennas on the roof of the main

    Dec 23, 1999

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to provide approved plans at time of inspection. noted: in- stallation of tele communications on roof of building approx. 80 percent complete. remedy: obtain approved plans from dept of bldgs.

    Jul 29, 1999

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Observed: fire-stopping missing throughout each floor. (fls 2 thru 5). remedy: comply with bldg code and approved plans by installing proper fire-stopping were required

    May 19, 1993 · Penalty $350

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 27, 2026 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 3, 2020 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 25, 2020 · Apt 2E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 4, 2020 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 9, 2020 · Apt 4N

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 9, 2019 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 22, 2019 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 11, 2019 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 12, 2017 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Oct 30, 2015 · Apt 5W

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 30, 2014 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 17, 2013 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Sep 27, 2008 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 30, 2007 · Apt 4N

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 29, 2006 · Apt 3N

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Feb 3, 2006 · Apt 3S

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Oct 7, 2005 · Apt 4S

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 18, 2005 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Odor

    Jun 29, 2004 · Apt 3S

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Odor

    Jun 25, 2004 · Apt 25

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Odor

    Jun 23, 2004 · Apt 3S

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Janitor/super

    Dec 14, 2003 · Apt 5-S

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Janitor/super

    Dec 14, 2003 · Apt 5-S

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Dec 14, 2003 · Apt 5-S

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Dec 14, 2003 · Apt 5-S

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    May 29, 2003 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Apr 7, 2003 · Apt 5-S

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Janitor/super

    Apr 7, 2003 · Apt 5-S

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Nov 13, 2025$280,000Coops - walkup apartments—

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C6)
Year built
1920
Floors
5
Residential units
44
Building area
35,625 ft²
Lot area
10,062 ft²
Zoning
C2-7
Community board
104
Council district
6
Block / lot
1083 / 35
Assessed value
$3,422,700
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #100236, last renewed Nov 13, 2025.

Questions about 498 West 55 Street

Who owns 498 West 55 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Site Five HDFC.

Does 498 West 55 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 37 housing violations at this property.

Is 498 West 55 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 498 West 55 Street built?

City records list 1920 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 498 West 55 Street?

It has 44 residential units and 47 units in total.

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