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148 West 70 Street

Manhattan, NY 10023BBL 1-01141-0050Map

Owner of record: Doulton Realty LLC

148 West 70 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1889 in Manhattan, 10023. It has 18 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Doulton Realty LLC. HPD has recorded 85 housing violations here, most recently on June 4, 2025. 19 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 11 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
85
DOB violations
10
ECB violations
10
HPD complaints
61

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

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
11
About 61% of the building's 18 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 · 85

  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective concrete landing and all treads from bottom up to building entrance at front areaway

    Nov 29, 2017

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace with new the broken or defective glass pane at the lower sash window in the 2nd room from north located at apt 11, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Aug 27, 2014 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... approx 36 sq ft at ceiling and walls in the bathroom located at apt 11, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Aug 27, 2014 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective sink cabinet in the kitchenette located at apt 11, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Aug 27, 2014 · Apt 11

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls in the 2nd room from north located at apt 11, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Aug 27, 2014 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in at wash basin drain pipe in the bathroom located at apt 11, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Aug 27, 2014 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt 11, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Aug 27, 2014 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 11, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Aug 27, 2014 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 11, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Aug 27, 2014 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at all walls at tub in the bathroom located at apt 11, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Aug 27, 2014 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 11, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Aug 27, 2014 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective door lock in the entrance located at apt 11, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Aug 27, 2014 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 11, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Aug 27, 2014 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 11, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Aug 27, 2014 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective ceiling light fixture in the 2nd room from north located at apt 11, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Aug 27, 2014 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at loose and broken ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt 11, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 26, 2014 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 11, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 26, 2014 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 11, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 26, 2014 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Refit the second exit door at west wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 11, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 26, 2014 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective ceiling light fixture in the bathroom located at apt 11, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 26, 2014 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective and loose electrical outlet on west wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 11, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 26, 2014 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective light fixture on east wall in the kitchenette located at apt 11, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 26, 2014 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures gas range in the kitchenette located at apt 11, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 26, 2014 · Apt 11

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 11, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 26, 2014 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of extension wire running from kitchenette to bath room located at apt 11, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 26, 2014 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace with new the broken or defective loose 2nd window glass at outside of bottom sash on south wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 11, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 26, 2014 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls in the entire apartment located at apt 11, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 26, 2014 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the kitchenette located at apt 11, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 26, 2014 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Refit the door in the entrance located at apt 11, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 26, 2014 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the nuisance consisting of rodents rats 1st yard from north at west

    Aug 3, 2007

    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

    May 28, 2006

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

    Nov 15, 2005

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Nov 15, 2005

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Nov 15, 2005

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Nov 15, 2005

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Nov 15, 2005

    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 ''missing'' at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 15, 2005

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 1st story, apartment at south

    Nov 15, 2005 · Apt 4

    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 200 watts requiered. at front areaway

    Jun 13, 2000

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper.

    Sep 12, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective light fixture on newel post post in rear lobby.

    Sep 12, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective eroded beownstone throughout facade of bldg.

    Sep 12, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective lobby door lock cylinder.

    Sep 12, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective concrete stair treads all front entrance staircase.

    Sep 12, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective cement brownstone steps street to 1 sty public hall.

    Aug 21, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 10

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection

    Sep 23, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report

    Nov 8, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 23, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1993

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Feb 22, 1989

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Feb 22, 1989

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 10

  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35355819z issued on 09-26-18 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or file a c of c.

    Mar 22, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/ violation #35355819z issued on 09/26/18 & to file a certificate of co rrection pursuant ot 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. rmdy comply with comm

    Nov 19, 2018 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building wall(s) and appurtenances. noted premises4-story attached masonry frame dwelling. at the time of inspection i observed a brick chimney apprx size 4'0" in length and 3'0" height ove

    Sep 26, 2018 · Penalty $2,530

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg walls or appurtenances. defects noted: 1) loose, missing & chipped stucco. 2) corroded metal cornice at roof level.noted location: exp #1, front facade. noted: sidewalk shed erected.

    Jul 15, 2009 · Penalty $5,000

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain.note:loose & sepaerating concrete stucco surface at front facade over entry & throughout.photo.remedy:maintain bldg & make safe.

    Mar 31, 2007 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg. noted : (1) loose plaster approx. 16 sq inchin danger of falling & ceiling directly above stoop landing below bay window (2) steps @ entrance are falling apart missing pieces. remedy :

    Nov 2, 2006 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg defect noted:loose plaster approx 16sf in danger of falling & ceiling directly above stoop landing below bay windowremedy:maintain bldg

    Jun 27, 2006 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    21b,49a,36.49a to seal around chinmey base around,smoke pipe bq9-boiler installed without a work permit.

    Mar 20, 2001 · Penalty $500

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Replace fire prof ceiling w hole need hot water relief vlv on hot water coil line

    Aug 4, 1993

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. interior partitons removed existing wood floor joists exposed in areas.

    Feb 7, 1989 · Penalty $250

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 17, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 16, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 16, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 28, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 27, 2017 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 31, 2016 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 23, 2016 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 30, 2015 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 11, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 10, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 10, 2015 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 24, 2014 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 24, 2014 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Aug 24, 2014 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 24, 2014 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 24, 2014 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Aug 24, 2014 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 24, 2014 · Apt 11

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Aug 24, 2014 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Aug 24, 2014 · Apt 11

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Aug 24, 2014 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 24, 2014 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Aug 24, 2014 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window pane

    Aug 24, 2014 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 24, 2014 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Aug 24, 2014 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 24, 2014 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 24, 2014 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Aug 24, 2014 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 24, 2014 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Aug 24, 2014 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 13, 2011 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 3, 2011 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 3, 2011 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 1, 2011 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 18, 2010 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 5, 2010 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 5, 2010 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 2, 2010 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Aug 18, 2009 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 12, 2007 · Apt 13

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 2, 2007 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 2, 2007 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 2, 2007 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 22, 2006 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 21, 2006 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jun 9, 2006 · Apt 16

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jun 9, 2006 · Apt 16

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jun 9, 2006 · Apt 16

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    May 26, 2006 · Apt 16

    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 (C5)
Year built
1889
Floors
4
Residential units
18
Building area
4,642 ft²
Lot area
1,707 ft²
Zoning
R8B
Community board
107
Council district
6
Block / lot
1141 / 50
Assessed value
$707,850
Landmark / historic district
Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District

HPD registration #113114, last renewed Sep 26, 2025.

Questions about 148 West 70 Street

Who owns 148 West 70 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Doulton Realty LLC.

Does 148 West 70 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 85 housing violations at this property.

Is 148 West 70 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 11 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 61% of its 18 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 148 West 70 Street built?

City records list 1889 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 148 West 70 Street?

It has 18 residential units.

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