121 West 72 Street
Manhattan, NY 10023BBL 1-01144-0024Map
Owner of record: 121 W 72nd St Owners
121 West 72 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1926 in Manhattan, 10023. It has 90 residential units across 15 floors. The owner of record is 121 W 72nd St Owners. HPD has recorded 25 housing violations here, most recently on November 17, 2025. 19 of the 25 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 5 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 25
- DOB violations
- 37
- ECB violations
- 17
- HPD complaints
- 31
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
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.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 25
- IInformation / order
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 - IInformation / order
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 2, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection wasteline at washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 16d, 16th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
May 23, 2014 · Apt 16D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak above ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 16d, 16th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
May 23, 2014 · Apt 16D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 16d, 16th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
May 23, 2014 · Apt 16D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures at sink in the kitchen located at apt 16d, 16th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jun 10, 2013 · Apt 16D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures at sink in the kitchen located at apt 16d, 16th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jun 10, 2013 · Apt 16D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 16d, 16th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jun 10, 2013 · Apt 16D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 16d, 16th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jun 10, 2013 · Apt 16D
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling in the 1st room from north at center located at apt 16d, 16th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jun 10, 2013 · Apt 16D
Open — Nov sent out
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- BHazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures low volume in the bathroom located at apt 16d, 16th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Apr 19, 2013 · Apt 16D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures low volume in the bathroom located at apt 16d, 16th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Apr 19, 2013 · Apt 16D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak above ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 16d, 16th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Apr 19, 2013 · Apt 16D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls throughout in the entire apartment located at apt 16d, 16th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Apr 19, 2013 · Apt 16D
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Refit the door in the entrance located at apt 9d, 9th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Dec 6, 2012 · Apt 9D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at the south wall (2 sq ft) in the 2nd room from north located at apt 14a, 14th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 28, 2012 · Apt 14A
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective gaskets at the refrigerator in the kitchen located at apt 14a, 14th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 28, 2012 · Apt 14A
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 14a, 14th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 28, 2012 · Apt 14A
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceilings and walls in the entire apartment located at apt 14a, 14th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 28, 2012 · Apt 14A
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls in the entire apartment located at apt 14a, 14th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 7, 2010 · Apt 14A
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 14a, 14th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 7, 2010 · Apt 14A
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 14a, 14th story, apartment at east
Dec 7, 2010 · Apt 14A
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 14a, 14th story, apartment at east
Dec 7, 2010 · Apt 14A
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet ..... in the bathroom located at apt 14a, 14th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 7, 2010 · Apt 14A
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures kitchen and bathroom 11 sty southeast apt 11e er1. , section '' ''
Sep 7, 1990 · Apt 11E
Open — Nov certified late
DOB building violations · 37
- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Aug 3, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
May 3, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator - failure to file category 1 2017 inspection/test
Apr 5, 2019
Dob violation - active - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator - failure to file category 1 2017 inspection/test
Apr 5, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jun 13, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 23, 2018
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 23, 2018
Dob violation - resolved - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Apr 4, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2016 inspection/test
Sep 15, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2016 inspection/test
Sep 15, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Apr 28, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 27, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 27, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jul 29, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 5, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 5, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 22, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 22, 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 18, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 18, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 24, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 24, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 24, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 24, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Facade facade required
L1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade required
Jun 25, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 28, 2004
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 28, 2004
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Apr 21, 2004
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Dec 28, 1999
Dob violation - active - Electric signs none
Es-electric signs none
Jul 8, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed - Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Mar 15, 1996
Dob violation - dismissed - Landmark none
Landmrk-landmark none
Mar 15, 1996
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
(74)remove non related elec. cable from hoistway
Aug 7, 1990
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
(51)renew worn travel cables (52)provide an approved parking device by this dept
Oct 6, 1988
Dob violation - resolved
ECB violations · 17
- Class - 2
Atoi, observed commercial space has been converted into a convenience store which is contrary to c of o#105819 dated 9/16/94 that show the space as an interior decorating & furniture store and a flower shop, th
May 27, 2026 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Atoi, observed commercial space has been converted into a convenience store which is contrary to c of o #105819 dated 9/16/94 that shows the space as an interior decorating & furniture store and a flower shop.,
May 27, 2026
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to notify the department of an accident or incident that resulted in a fatality or an injury.noted a worker tripped when attempting to to go through a window from a suspended scaffold.worker was taken t
Sep 8, 2022 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Stop all work on suspended scaffold.note at time of inspection observed facade work in process on suspended scaffolds on out rigger beams without notification to department.remedy:comply with code-provide notif
Aug 26, 2022 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Incident occurred when one of the workers on suspended scaffold made improper exit through window to stairwell in between 10th and 11th floor elevations which results of injury, creating an immediate hazardous
Aug 10, 2022 · Penalty $6,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Observed lifeline was not protected from sharp edges and abrasion, creating an immediate hazardous of failure of the line and cause injury.
Aug 10, 2022 · Penalty $6,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Incident occurred for one of the workers on suspended scaffold, upon my request to see the worker site safety orientation, the permitholder failed to provide the document, in contrary with code.discontinue work
Aug 10, 2022 · Penalty $12,500
Resolve - Class - 1
17m07,17h11,19m07; 29d06,34o02,37b07,52h11,68b07,56o02,71x10. 17m-bracket and gib assembly missing on basement door; 17h-gibs worn on 16thfloor; 19m-missing on basement door; 29d-cover; 37b-relocate or add ad
Mar 13, 2018 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/comm's order contained in summ/vio#35253922j iss'don 06/28/17 & to file a cofc pursuant to 28.201.1 and 1rcny 102-01(d) (2)an acceptable cert has not yet been filed despite the respondent en
Mar 12, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
5a10.5-a-10.cease use item door zone restrictor has been tampered withdisabled any rendered inoperative.this is a safety device to ensure elevator passengers safety repair restrictor and contact nyc dob at er
Jan 9, 2018 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
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- Class - 2
Failure to maintain exterior bldg walls & appurtenances. note: @ time of insp observed broken off, window sill/eyebrow on 5th flr level on exp#1 south elevation. rem: maintain exterior bldg walls & appurtenance
Jun 28, 2017 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 1
Filed a cert,form,apllication complince a material false statements.on 4/9/15 during physical insp i observed 1 new shower body relocated,new hot & cold water lines,hot & cold vlue & lavatory fixtures trap inst
Apr 9, 2015 · Penalty $12,000
Resolve - Class - 2
16m10,29l10,56l10. 16m10-hoistway doortrack's stop's loose or missing29l10-greenfield on door operator defective; 56l10-broken wire on brake.
Apr 8, 2013 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Hazardous
1) lic. rigger failed to ensure that the scaffold worker met minimun requirements no certificate of fitness.2)all scaffolds shall be erected & maintained so that the security of the public will not be impaired
Oct 15, 2007 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior building wall defect is ornamental stone work above the 13th floor east windwon is missing & on sidewalk below.remedy:provide sidewalk shed immed.obtain all necessary permit & make
May 1, 2001 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Non-hazardous
74-09,37b16,57t07,54b07,50y11,47j01,33o02,15m07,74o02, 74-09=removed old mainline disconnect.37b16=tag device as no.2 car.57t07=provide sign on pit door and install locking device.54b07=ground wine missing inst
Feb 8, 2000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
37b16,54b07,50y11,74m07,46h15,46b09,40h12,33o02,74o02, 37b16=tag device as no.1 car.54b07=mainline has no ground wine properly ground disconnect.50y11=repair oil leak.74m07=24hr emergency call label provide.46h
Feb 8, 2000
Resolve
Complaints
- Water leak
Slow leak
Feb 2, 2016 · Apt 16D
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
May 21, 2014 · Apt 16D
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
May 21, 2014 · Apt 16D
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
May 21, 2014 · Apt 16D
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
May 21, 2014 · Apt 16D
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jun 4, 2013 · Apt 16D
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
May 17, 2013 · Apt 16D
Close - General
Mold
May 17, 2013 · Apt 16D
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
May 3, 2013 · Apt 16D
Close - General
Mold
May 3, 2013 · Apt 16D
Close
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- General
Mold
Apr 30, 2013 · Apt 16D
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Apr 30, 2013 · Apt 16D
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Apr 18, 2013 · Apt 16D
Close - Heating
Heat related
Apr 18, 2013 · Apt 16D
Close - General
Doors
Nov 30, 2012 · Apt 9D
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Sep 24, 2012 · Apt 14A
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Sep 24, 2012 · Apt 14A
Close - General
Mold
Sep 24, 2012 · Apt 14A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 6, 2012 · Apt 14A
Close - General
Mold
Sep 6, 2012 · Apt 14A
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 19, 2011 · Apt 14A
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 19, 2011 · Apt 14A
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Mar 25, 2011 · Apt 14A
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Mar 25, 2011 · Apt 14A
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Feb 23, 2011 · Apt 14A
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Feb 23, 2011 · Apt 14A
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Nov 17, 2010 · Apt 14A
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Nov 17, 2010 · Apt 14A
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Nov 17, 2010 · Apt 14A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Nov 17, 2010 · Apt 14A
Close - Nonconst
Rubbish
Jan 3, 2005 · Apt 16D
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2026 | $1,385,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Aug 12, 2026 | $1,120,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Jan 22, 2026 | Non-market transfer | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D4)
- Year built
- 1926
- Floors
- 15
- Residential units
- 90
- Building area
- 74,654 ft²
- Lot area
- 6,130 ft²
- Zoning
- C4-6A
- Community board
- 107
- Council district
- 6
- Block / lot
- 1144 / 24
- Assessed value
- $10,135,350
- Landmark / historic district
- Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District
HPD registration #100737, last renewed Feb 11, 2026.
Questions about 121 West 72 Street
Who owns 121 West 72 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 121 W 72nd St Owners.
Does 121 West 72 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 25 housing violations at this property.
Is 121 West 72 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 5 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 6% of its 90 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 121 West 72 Street built?
City records list 1926 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 121 West 72 Street?
It has 90 residential units and 92 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.