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77 West 68 Street

Manhattan, NY 10023BBL 1-01121-0001Map

Owner of record: 181-199 Columbus Ave LLC

77 West 68 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1894 in Manhattan, 10023. It has 16 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 181-199 Columbus Ave LLC. HPD has recorded 39 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 1 of the 39 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 2 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
39
DOB violations
34
ECB violations
22
HPD complaints
62

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

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
2
About 13% of the building's 16 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 · 39

  • 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
  • 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
  • C

    Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods drop ladder out of guide rods on west exterior wall at fire escape

    Mar 2, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at recycling room door at east wall at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 2, 2024

    Open — Invalid certification
  • A

    Replace with new the missing electric outlet covers or caps at west wall at public hall, 2nd story

    Sep 29, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Replace with new the missing electric outlet covers or caps at west wall at public hall, 3rd story

    Sep 29, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Replace with new the missing electric outlet covers or caps at west wall at public hall, 4th story

    Sep 29, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Replace with new the missing electric outlet covers or caps at west wall at public hall, 5th story

    Sep 29, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system at or near mailbox at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 29, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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
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  • 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 6, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the east yard

    Dec 30, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective broken marble saddle in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 22, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and all walls in the 4th room from north located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 22, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and north wall in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 22, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 22, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and walls in the private hallway located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 22, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 22, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation steam riser in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 22, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 22, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 22, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 22, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wooden floor in the kitchen located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 22, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling and alll walls in the kitchen located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 22, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling and all walls in the 3rd room from north located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 22, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking around washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 15, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at floor in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 15, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 15, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at north wall approx. 10 square feet in the foyer located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 15, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective marble saddle at door in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 15, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 15, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 15, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 15, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 15, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 15, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall in the foyer located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 15, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarded material at all walls at 1st and 5th stories at public hall

    Feb 15, 2013

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 15, 2013 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 15, 2013 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 34

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report

    Nov 8, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report

    Mar 3, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Jul 30, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Jun 12, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Jun 12, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Jun 12, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Jun 12, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Work w/out permit

    Dec 19, 2011

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

    Landmk-landmark none

    Oct 3, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Oct 3, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Aug 27, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Feb 23, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Oct 3, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Oct 3, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Having installed an awning without a permit

    Aug 25, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Aug 25, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Aug 25, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Aug 3, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Apr 30, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Feb 26, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Feb 26, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 30, 1997

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 30, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmrk-landmark none

    Apr 11, 1995

    Dob violation - 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

ECB violations · 22

  • Class - 2

    Bc 107.2.2 misc violation rei failure to expose plumbing work for inspection.at time of spot check inspection for plumbing work under job#140616732 walls were closed,covering roughing for kitchen water and was

    May 11, 2017 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o a permit - work noted: the structural repaired worked at staircase from 1st fl thru roof level is in progress w/o obtaining all approvals & permits from bldg dept. 50% work completed. remedy: stop all

    Feb 22, 2013 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to provide approved plans @ job site @ time of inspec.noted:work in progress under job#120904931 no plan available for inspection.rem:stop all work:provide plans for inspec.call for inspec 212-566-4562.

    Jun 16, 2012

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o a permit.noted:work in progress under job#120904931 on saturday w/ no after hours variance.rem:stop all after hours work.

    Jun 16, 2012

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    B4b,16,34b,38,bq9,33b,36,3a,50a,b,c,d,e,f,g,h,i,j,k.50a-relief valve not piped down.50b-boiler feed incorrectly.50c-no air gap for backflow.50d-no pipe down on backflow.50e-no check valve.50f-pressuretroll mani

    Nov 24, 2007 · Penalty $1,300

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o permit. work noted:at 1st fl store.removed full height partition fire rated material from ceiling & walls. staircase demo partially.new electrical wiring in progress appl# 104702109 prefiled.

    Mar 16, 2007 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Having installed an awning without a permit. having installed a sign without a permit. remedy: remove illegal work.

    Nov 8, 2002 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Having installed an awning without a permit. remedy: remove illegal work.

    Nov 8, 2002

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Having awning signage not limited to the address of the establishment. remedy; remove illegal sigange.

    Nov 8, 2002 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Altered bldg occupied without a valid certificate of occupancy. erect-ed additional structure for store diamante inc under address 189 b jewelers tel. 874-8320. alt. #103052152 disapproved 08/07/01. remedy:

    May 15, 2002 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
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  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. noted: a one story structure has been erected along the north side of said premised (d.b.a diaminte jewls) without first obtaining approvals or permits from the d.o.b. all work has been c

    Feb 1, 2002

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by building dept records: noted: a stored(dbs doamainte jewelrs)has been erected in which is contrary to dept records as per the sanboure maps. which is encompassing 2 differe

    Feb 1, 2002 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work does not conform to approved plans noted work in progress under permit#101239009 dated may 30 2001 does not conform to appoved plan (1)2 french sets doors @ front wall (2) air handler installed on ceiling

    Jul 13, 2001

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain building(hazardous)noted:an exiting wall in which supported the landing in between the first & second floor has been reoved as per plan #101239009 dated 4/15/97 and has not been structally

    Mar 22, 2001

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work does not conform to plans.noted:cooking apparatus has been installed.1.two burner stove,a flame grill,a cooking ranch(approx 4') and a deep dish fryer along with 2 coffee makers in which does not show on a

    Mar 16, 2001 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to provide/maintain fire stopping where required.noted:ceiling and walls behind commercial kitchen located on first fl commercial restaurant does not have the required 2 hour rated firestopping in which

    Mar 6, 2001

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to provide proper fire separation.noted:the wall behind kitchen in commercial space is not rated as per code:1 layer of 5/8 sheetrock on both sides,also ceiling is not properly rated.2x4 wood joists wit

    Mar 6, 2001

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c of o noted:there are 3 bathrooms,1 office, and 1 food prep room in the cellar in which is accessory use to the restaurant on the first floor which is contrary to c of

    Mar 6, 2001

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Operation and use of mechanical equipment being a/c units forth with or remove illegal units forth with or remove illegal unit restore illegal use.

    Sep 13, 1999 · Penalty $300

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit: work noted: new partition & door inside 1st fl.area and new vestibule & door area by mail boxes 100% completed. remedy:"stop all work" obtain a permit if feasible or restore to prior lega

    Oct 16, 1998 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o a permit. work noted: a structure approx 10'x15'x8' in lengthhas been erected, material's exterior corrigated sheet metal, vinyl & glass, interior sheetrock walls & ceiling w/ 2 entry doors.

    Oct 6, 1998

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit: work noted: a structure approx 10' x 15' x 8'inlengh has been erected, material's exterior corrigated-sheet metal, vinyl & glass, interior sheet rock wall & ceiling with two entry doors

    Jul 29, 1998 · Penalty $500

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 13, 2025 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 8, 2023 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 15, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 15, 2017 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 5, 2017 · Apt 5C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 14, 2017 · Apt 5C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 14, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 3, 2015 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 3, 2015 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Dec 15, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Close
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  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Dec 15, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Dec 15, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Dec 15, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Dec 15, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Dec 15, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 15, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Dec 15, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Dec 15, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 15, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Dec 15, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Dec 15, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 15, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Dec 15, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Dec 15, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 11, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 11, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door frame

    Nov 11, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Nov 11, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 11, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 11, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Nov 11, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Nov 11, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Nov 11, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 11, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Nov 11, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Nov 11, 2014 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 23, 2013 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 23, 2013 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 23, 2013 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 23, 2013 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 16, 2013 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 29, 2012 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 30, 2011 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 30, 2011 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 29, 2011 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 29, 2011 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 29, 2011 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Nov 28, 2011 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 28, 2011 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 28, 2011 · Apt 4C

    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
1894
Floors
5
Residential units
16
Building area
13,525 ft²
Lot area
3,013 ft²
Zoning
C1-8A
Community board
107
Council district
6
Block / lot
1121 / 1
Assessed value
$3,731,850
Landmark / historic district
Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District

HPD registration #109754, last renewed Dec 2, 2025.

Questions about 77 West 68 Street

Who owns 77 West 68 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 181-199 Columbus Ave LLC.

Does 77 West 68 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 39 housing violations at this property.

Is 77 West 68 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 2 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 13% of its 16 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 77 West 68 Street built?

City records list 1894 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 77 West 68 Street?

It has 16 residential units and 21 units in total.

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