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161 West 72 Street

Manhattan, NY 10023BBL 1-01144-0008Map

Owner of record: Veltri Family Partnership L.p.

161 West 72 Street is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1884 in Manhattan, 10023. It has 6 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Veltri Family Partnership L.p.. HPD has recorded 11 housing violations here, most recently on October 25, 2019. 3 of the 11 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 2 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
11
DOB violations
27
ECB violations
9
HPD complaints
37

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Oct 25, 2019

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 33% of the building's 6 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 · 11

  • 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 25, 2019

    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

    Jun 5, 2014

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water in the entire apartment located at apt 7a, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 2, 2013 · Apt 7A

    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 7a, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 2, 2013 · Apt 7A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective radiator knob in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 7a, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 28, 2008 · Apt 7A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 7a, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 28, 2008 · Apt 7A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and walls in the kitchen located at apt 7a, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 28, 2008 · Apt 7A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective painted sprinkler head at kitchen ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 7a, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 28, 2008 · Apt 7A

    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 1 sty public hall at or near mailbox

    Oct 6, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked 1 sty public hall

    Oct 6, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • 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 1 sty public hall and on boiler room door.

    Nov 14, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 27

  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator - failure to file category 1 2017 inspection/test

    Apr 5, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 22, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2016 inspection/test

    Sep 15, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2015 inspection/test

    Dec 1, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 27, 2016

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 27, 2016

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2014 inspection/test

    Jun 10, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 26, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 6, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 25, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    C/u

    May 20, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Nov 24, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jan 16, 2008

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

    Landmk-landmark none

    Jun 29, 2005

    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
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    May 13, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Aug 20, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Feb 27, 1996

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Feb 27, 1996

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmrk-landmark none

    Nov 24, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Nov 24, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    May 26, 1992

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    May 26, 1992

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Electric signs none

    Es-electric signs none

    Jun 8, 1989

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Electric signs none

    Es-electric signs none

    Jun 8, 1989

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jun 8, 1989

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 9

  • Class - 1

    Operation of a place of assembly w/o a current certificate of operation note eating establishment is being operated w/o a pa cert noted location 1st & 2nd fls rem: obtain a place of assembly cert of operation

    May 28, 2009 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Altered bldg changed bldg occupied w/o a valid cert of occupancy as per ss 28-118.31 ss 28-118.32 note altered bldg occupied under job #110229486 not yet granted c/o rem: obtain valid cert of occupancy and or d

    May 28, 2009 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. work noted: an awning canopy erected no permit approx 3'x 12' straight from the create (wording) noted. remedy: ob- tain a permit only if feasible or restore and remove illegal awning/

    May 18, 1999

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. work noted: erected a flag pole no permit notedremedy: obtain a permit only if feasible or remove illegal flag pole.

    Mar 3, 1999 · Penalty $630

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o a permit. work noted: erected a flag pole w/o a permit. remedy: obtain a permit if feasible or remove illegal flag pole.

    Nov 23, 1998 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o a permit. work noted: a canopy approx 15'x4' wording straightfrom the create has been erected w/o approval & plans from the dept ofbldg. permit #101077950 was disapproved at time of inspection.

    May 13, 1998

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit an awning and flag pole have been installed in front of the above address, without approvals and permits from this departmant. remedy: obtain permits if feasible or restore to prior legal

    Oct 6, 1997 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit-an awning and flag pole have been installed in front of above address,without approvals nd permits from this dept.re-medy:obtain permits if feasible,or restore to prior legal condition.

    Sep 7, 1995 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c of o. remedy: amend c of o to show new occupancy.

    Oct 17, 1988 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 21, 2025 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 21, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 21, 2025 · Apt 7A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 20, 2025 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 20, 2025 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 19, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 19, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 17, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 12, 2025 · Apt 7

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 12, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 28, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Apr 2, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 14, 2018 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 5, 2017 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 1, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 13, 2014 · Apt 7A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 16, 2014 · Apt 7A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 16, 2014 · Apt 7A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jul 7, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jun 21, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 30, 2014 · Apt 7A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 20, 2014 · Apt 7A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 21, 2014 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 10, 2014 · Apt 7A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 25, 2013 · Apt 7A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 24, 2013 · Apt 7A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat-plant

    Feb 28, 2013 · Apt 7A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 28, 2013 · Apt 7A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 22, 2013 · Apt 7A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 15, 2008 · Apt 7A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 15, 2008 · Apt 7A

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Apr 15, 2008 · Apt 7A

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Apr 15, 2008 · Apt 7A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Apr 15, 2008 · Apt 7A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Apr 15, 2008 · Apt 7A

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Apr 15, 2008 · Apt 7A

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Mixed residential and retail building (S9)
Year built
1884
Floors
5
Residential units
6
Building area
7,556 ft²
Lot area
2,248 ft²
Zoning
C4-6A
Community board
107
Council district
6
Block / lot
1144 / 8
Assessed value
$1,832,400
Landmark / historic district
Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District

HPD registration #101831, last renewed Jul 9, 2025.

Questions about 161 West 72 Street

Who owns 161 West 72 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Veltri Family Partnership L.p..

Does 161 West 72 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 11 housing violations at this property.

Is 161 West 72 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 2 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 33% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 161 West 72 Street built?

City records list 1884 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 161 West 72 Street?

It has 6 residential units and 8 units in total.

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