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49 West 72 Street

Manhattan, NY 10023BBL 1-01125-0002Map

Owner of record: 49 West 72 Owners Corp.

49 West 72 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1930 in Manhattan, 10023. It has 69 residential units across 16.5 floors. The owner of record is 49 West 72 Owners Corp.. HPD has recorded 48 housing violations here, most recently on June 4, 2025. 3 of the 48 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 1 rent-stabilized apartment here in 2024.

HPD violations
48
DOB violations
41
ECB violations
9
HPD complaints
32

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Jun 4, 2025

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 1% of the building's 69 apartments
Down from 2 in 2018

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 · 48

  • 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.

    Jun 4, 2025

    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
  • 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
  • C

    Make safe by properly repairing the structural defect north west concrete beam broken concrete and exposed renfroce bar at center section. at ceing in the 1st room from north located at apt 17b, 17th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 1, 2009 · Apt 17B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling ,east & south walls in the kitchen located at apt 17b, 17th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 1, 2009 · Apt 17B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls by east window in the bathroom located at apt 17b, 17th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 1, 2009 · Apt 17B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at east ,south & ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 17b, 17th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 1, 2009 · Apt 17B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective wood floor tiles in the 1st room from north located at apt 17b, 17th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 1, 2009 · Apt 17B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling,north ,south & west walls at west closet in the 1st room from north located at apt 17b, 17th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 1, 2009 · Apt 17B

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective wood window stools at north east & north west windows in the 1st room from north located at apt 17b, 17th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 1, 2009 · Apt 17B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective north ,east & west wood base board moulding in the 1st room from north located at apt 17b, 17th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 1, 2009 · Apt 17B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling,north ,south & west walls in the 1st room from north located at apt 17b, 17th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 1, 2009 · Apt 17B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective wood floor tiles at west closet in the private hallway located at apt 17b, 17th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 1, 2009 · Apt 17B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling & west wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 17b, 17th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 1, 2009 · Apt 17B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling & north wall in the bathroom located at apt 17b, 17th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 1, 2009 · Apt 17B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective escutcheon plate at heat rise in the bathroom located at apt 17b, 17th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 1, 2009 · Apt 17B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at ceiling & north wood panel approx. 10sq.ft.at west closet in the private hallway located at apt 17b, 17th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 1, 2009 · Apt 17B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at all walls at west closet. in the private hallway located at apt 17b, 17th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 1, 2009 · Apt 17B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color north wall in the foyer located at apt 17b, 17th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 1, 2009 · Apt 17B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Make safe by properly repairing the structural defect north east concrete beam with 12'' by 1/2'' deep crack line at north section.at ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 17b, 17th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 1, 2009 · Apt 17B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at ceiling approx 6 sq ft at closet in the private hallway located at apt 17b, 16th story, apartment at east

    Dec 27, 2007 · Apt 17B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling at closet in the private hallway located at apt 17b, 16th story, apartment at east

    Dec 27, 2007 · Apt 17B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling and walls in the 1st room from north located at apt 17b, 16th story, apartment at east

    Dec 27, 2007 · Apt 17B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt 17b, 16th story, apartment at east

    Dec 27, 2007 · Apt 17B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electrical wire at south wall in the kitchen located at apt 17b, 16th story, apartment at east

    Dec 27, 2007 · Apt 17B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 3rd room from east at south located at apt 17b, 16th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 27, 2006 · Apt 17B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color north and west walls in the 1st room from north located at apt 17b, 16th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 27, 2006 · Apt 17B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective door bell in the entrance located at apt 16b, 16th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 22, 2001 · Apt 16B

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls and ceiling 1 sty southwest apt 12d thru out. , section '' ''

    Jan 28, 1993 · Apt 12D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing 12 sty southwest apt 12d baver. , section '' ''

    Jan 28, 1993 · Apt 12D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of water damaged plaster wall bedroom front southeast 10 sty northwest apt 10b. , section '' ''

    May 19, 1992 · Apt 10B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color wall front room southeast bedroom 10 sty northwest apt 10b. , section '' ''

    May 19, 1992 · Apt 10B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of dampness penetrating ceiling front west room 17 sty southeast apt 17c. , section '' ''

    Jan 17, 1991 · Apt 17C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling & walls thru out 17 sty southeast apt 17c. , section '' ''

    Jan 17, 1991 · Apt 17C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of moisture penetrating ceilings east & west rooms & ceiling north wall center room 17 sty southwest apt 17c. , section '' ''

    Nov 9, 1990 · Apt 17C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceilings east & west rooms & ceiling north wall center room 17 sty southwest apt 17c. , section '' ''

    Nov 9, 1990 · Apt 17C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceilings & walls throughout 17 sty southwest apt 17c. , section '' ''

    Nov 9, 1990 · Apt 17C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls and ceiling 8th sty north apt 8a bathroom. , section '' ''

    Sep 23, 1989 · Apt 8A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit 1 sty front entrance door to building.

    Sep 23, 1989

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective mailboxes 1 sty public hall.

    Sep 23, 1989

    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 frame missing.

    Sep 23, 1989

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing.

    Sep 23, 1989

    Open — Not complied with
  • 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.

    Sep 23, 1989

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of concealed leak rear wall front room 8 sty rear apt 8a. located at apt 8a

    Sep 23, 1989 · Apt 8A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls & ceiling thru out 8 sty rear apt 8a. located at apt 8a

    Sep 23, 1989 · Apt 8A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Provide a lock and key to the entrance door of dwelling unit and, if a cl a multiple dwelling, also missing chain door guard 8 sty rear apt 8a. located at apt 8a

    Sep 23, 1989 · Apt 8A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls & ceiling throughout 10 sty front east apt 10c. , section '' ''

    Aug 4, 1988 · Apt 10C

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 41

  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Sep 10, 2026

    Dob violation - active
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Sep 10, 2026

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Aug 2, 2021

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Jun 2, 2021

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Plumbing none

    The department of buildings intends to revoke all plumbing work under permit# 123660920 due to master plumber license revoked lmp# 9646. stop all plumbing work under above mentioned permit and obtain a new master plumber to supersede the plumbing permit.

    Jan 2, 2020

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 1, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 1, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst

    Nov 14, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst

    Nov 14, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 30, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 30, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 17, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 17, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 18, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 18, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 15, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 15, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 11, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 11, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 28, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 28, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Sep 12, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 8, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 8, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 24, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Apr 2, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Facade facade optional

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

    Jan 20, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jan 17, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 10, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 10, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p18202

    Nov 4, 2002

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p18262

    Oct 4, 2001

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Sep 8, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Mar 14, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Mar 14, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Oct 7, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Aug 18, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    2

    Apr 7, 1992

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Electric signs none

    Es-electric signs none

    Jun 19, 1989

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    (51) provide a capacity plate in elevator

    Oct 5, 1988

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    (1) renew blocked relay - renew shunts for relays (51) provide a capacity plate in elevator (52) secure basement door so as not to swing open. (53) clean over head

    Oct 5, 1988

    Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 9

  • Class - 1

    59l10,68bb07,40r09,16j01. *cease use item; 59l-damaged/defective discbrake monitor; 68bb-not up to date; 40r-non elevator equipment; 16j-b smt access hold

    Jul 24, 2018 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work does not conform to approved construction documents and/or approved amendments. - outrigger set-up in different location. - front fulcrum greater than on approved. remedy: conform to approved documents or

    Jun 4, 2013

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Sec. 3314.16.4 the equipment setting for corner & angle scaffolds shall be inspected by the dept prior to its use,additional inspection by the dept shall be required each time the equipment is moved to a differ

    Mar 7, 2013

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in a code-compliant manner. noted: at apt 17bspalling beams at rear bedroom due to water penetration from roof causing plaster & (cementeous) material to dislodge from structural beams.

    Apr 2, 2009

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to safeguard public and affected by construction operations. noted: exterior brick work at the rear of the building facade work(pointer) & brick removal & replacement. facilitated by suspended scaffoldi

    Feb 28, 2008

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Workers on scaffold w/o a certificate of fitness licensed rigger failed to ensure scaffold workers met minimum requirements.

    Oct 17, 2007 · Penalty $1,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior of building. south elevation- shows blocks of wood and cans under a/c units. remedy: make area safe, remove allimproperly supports from under a/c units and replace with metal

    Mar 1, 2006 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    46b60l31q30o57o39h50y52b28h62o22d03o47o23u48k46k33o33ad74u75u18o 31# provide covers where needed 52 #provide cotter pin 33-a-secure ladder to overhead 74# two year test.

    May 5, 1998 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    30i30o57o48b18l28h16h25d40b23u03o48k33o74u75u47b62o18o 30# patch hoistway wall near pit 18# hoistway release rollers where needed. 74-perform two year test.

    May 5, 1998 · Penalty $180

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Dec 6, 2022 · Apt 6E

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Mar 30, 2009 · Apt 17B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 30, 2009 · Apt 17B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Window/frame

    Mar 30, 2009 · Apt 17B

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Mar 30, 2009 · Apt 17B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 30, 2009 · Apt 17B

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Mar 30, 2009 · Apt 17B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Mar 30, 2009 · Apt 17B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 30, 2009 · Apt 17B

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Aug 18, 2008 · Apt 17B

    Close
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  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Aug 18, 2008 · Apt 17B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 18, 2008 · Apt 17B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 18, 2008 · Apt 17B

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Dec 27, 2007 · Apt 17B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 27, 2007 · Apt 17B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Jul 21, 2006 · Apt 17B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 21, 2006 · Apt 17B

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Jul 21, 2006 · Apt 17B

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jul 21, 2006 · Apt 17B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Jul 21, 2006 · Apt 17B

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Jul 21, 2006 · Apt 17B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 21, 2006 · Apt 17B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 12, 2006 · Apt 17B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 12, 2006 · Apt 17B

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Apr 12, 2006 · Apt 17B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 12, 2006 · Apt 17B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Apr 12, 2006 · Apt 17B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Apr 12, 2006 · Apt 17B

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Apr 12, 2006 · Apt 17B

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Jul 31, 2003 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Mar 12, 2003 · Apt 15B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Mar 12, 2003 · Apt 15B

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Jul 6, 2026$655,000Coops - elevator apartments—
May 29, 2026$1,175,000Coops - elevator apartments—
May 11, 2026$770,000Coops - elevator apartments—

Building details

Building type
Elevator apartment building (D4)
Year built
1930
Floors
16.5
Residential units
69
Building area
51,360 ft²
Lot area
5,108 ft²
Zoning
R10A
Community board
107
Council district
6
Block / lot
1125 / 2
Assessed value
$7,205,400
Landmark / historic district
Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District

HPD registration #102241, last renewed Sep 26, 2025.

Questions about 49 West 72 Street

Who owns 49 West 72 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 49 West 72 Owners Corp..

Does 49 West 72 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 48 housing violations at this property.

Is 49 West 72 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 1 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 1% of its 69 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 49 West 72 Street built?

City records list 1930 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 49 West 72 Street?

It has 69 residential units and 73 units in total.

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