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72 West 88 Street

Manhattan, NY 10024BBL 1-01201-0063Map

Owner of record: 72 West 88th St HDFC

72 West 88 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1892 in Manhattan, 10024. It has 12 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 72 West 88th St HDFC. HPD has recorded 49 housing violations here, most recently on May 3, 2023. 18 of the 49 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
49
DOB violations
31
ECB violations
12
HPD complaints
24

What to know

Concern
9 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 3, 2023

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

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 49

  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock on door of room leading to fire escape in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 3, 2023 · Apt 3

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from west at north wall in the foyer located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 9, 2022 · Apt 3

    Open — Violation will be reinspected
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 9, 2022 · Apt 3

    Open — Violation will be reinspected
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the east wall, west wall, ceiling in the foyer located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 9, 2022 · Apt 3

    Open — Violation will be reinspected
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 1st door from west at north wall in the foyer located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 9, 2022 · Apt 3

    Open — Violation will be reinspected
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). inoperative in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 9, 2022 · Apt 3

    Open — Violation will be reinspected
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperative in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 9, 2022 · Apt 3

    Open — Violation will be reinspected
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 9, 2022 · Apt 3

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 9, 2022 · Apt 3

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 9, 2022 · Apt 3

    Open — Violation will be reinspected
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  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 9, 2022 · Apt 3

    Open — Violation will be reinspected
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 9, 2022 · Apt 3

    Open — Violation will be reinspected
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 4th room from north at east located at apt 9, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 8, 2021 · Apt 9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 26, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors to roof at bulkhead , 5th story

    May 6, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    May 6, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective hinges at door to roof at bulkhead , 5th story

    May 6, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    May 6, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing at public hall, 1st story

    May 6, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    May 6, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    May 6, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 22, 2013

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock installed on door of the room leading to the fire escape in the entire apartment located at apt 9, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 22, 2013 · Apt 9

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Device present on central heating system which is capable of causing an otherwise operable system to become inoperable consitting of program clock out of synchronation on heat timer at boiler room

    Nov 22, 2013

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 22, 2013 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 22, 2013 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective leak at pump in boiler room at boiler room

    Nov 22, 2013

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 9, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 22, 2013 · Apt 9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 9, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 22, 2013 · Apt 9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Device present on central heating system which is capable of causing an otherwise operable system to become inoperable consitting of illegal setting of lugs on program clock at boiler room

    Nov 22, 2013

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Device present on central heating system which is capable of causing an otherwise operable system to become inoperable consitting ofheat timer switch on summer setting at boiler room

    Nov 22, 2013

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 8, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 2, 2012 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 8, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 2, 2012 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots 2nd,3rd and 4th story balcony west stack at fire escape

    Mar 2, 2012

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 20, 2011 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    File with this department a registration statement for building.

    May 2, 2001

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint or post a sign indicating floors 2 sty public hall.

    Jun 22, 1999

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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.

    Jun 22, 1999

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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.

    Jun 22, 1999

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

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

    Jun 22, 1999

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-22.03 adm code post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper.

    Jan 20, 1999

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    D26-17.10 adm code post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to building's heating system at 1 sty public hall near mailboxes.

    Jan 20, 1999

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-41.15 adm code 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.

    Jan 20, 1999

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-19.07 adm code 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 night inspection fixtures present not on.

    Jan 20, 1999

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    D26-12.01 adm code remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint 5 sty north apt 10 2nd room from north at west rodriguez 490-0644. , section '' ''

    Jan 20, 1999 · Apt 10

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • C

    D26-12.01 adm code remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint 5 sty north apt 10 northwest room walls and ceilings rodriguez 496-0644. , section '' ''

    Jan 20, 1999 · Apt 10

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • C

    D26-12.01 adm code remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint 5 sty north apt 10 kitchen walls and ceilings rodriguez 496-0644. , section '' ''

    Jan 20, 1999 · Apt 10

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • B

    D26-19.07 adm code 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 night inspection fixtures present lights not on.

    Jan 20, 1999

    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 es above floor.

    Jan 20, 1999

    Open — Not complied with

DOB building violations · 31

  • Construction other optional

    Emergency work order due to cracked and spalling terra cotta, step cracks and damaged mortar joints at exp 1(north) and 4(west). remedy: immed take and provide safety measures to secure and protect the public the public and install public protection at both exp 1(north) and 4(west). additionally remove/secure any & all loose material

    Apr 25, 2022

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Mar 2, 2022

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 5, 2022

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Nov 24, 2021

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Sep 29, 2021

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Noted: a three feet step crack at north west corner in masonry & decor ative stone deflecting at same corner

    Jul 9, 2021

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    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
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report

    Mar 1, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Jun 24, 2010

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Jun 24, 2010

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jun 28, 2008

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jun 28, 2008

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 31, 2005

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Jul 28, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Jul 28, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Feb 4, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmrk-landmark none

    Jan 3, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Jan 3, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Plumbing none

    P-plumbing none

    Sep 21, 1993

    Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Electric signs none

    Es-electric signs none

    Mar 27, 1989

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 12

  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.note:as previous violation #35651350r issued 4/25/22 as of today time of inspection observed at exp #1 (north el)cracked stone & spalled.at exp #2(west el)o

    Oct 17, 2022 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in a code-compliant manner.note:observed at exp.#1(north)cracked & spalliing terra cotta,step cracks & damaged mortar joints.exp.#4(west)cracked terra cotta,step cracks & damaged morta

    Apr 25, 2022 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway.note:observed at exp.#4(west)flower pots obstructing multiple fire escapes. remedy: remove obstructions.

    Apr 25, 2022 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in codecompliant manner.atoi i observed in facade exp1&4@b/w 3&2fl in corner (88st side&columbusave side) step cracks in brick als.repair &/or replace.repair &/or replace

    Dec 1, 2021 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.at the time of inspection observed in facade expo-1 and expo-4 at between 3rd fl & 2nd fl in corner of columbus avenue & 88 stret floor step cracks in brick als

    Oct 13, 2021 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.at time of inspection noted:facade at exp.#1 & #4(2nd)floor step cracks in brick also at exp.#2 decorative metal cornice exp.#4 in state of disrepair w/missing

    Aug 24, 2021 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building walls or appurtenances.noted:at nw corner a step crack at masory & decoritive stone aprox 3 ft in length with corner stone saggin & deflecting.remedy:maintain building wall.

    Jul 9, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    B254,16,24b,50,50a,b,c. 50- oil pipe leak outside boiler room left side, above. 50a- oil tank missing tank sign. 50b- anti-syphon valve missing top of oil tank.50c- boiler room locked& no sign stating location

    Mar 16, 2012 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Work w/o a permit noted: at basement level exposure #2 removed fire rated material from ceiling cut off wood joist (5pc) at 1st fl under staircase exposure #2 created opening to install convenience stairs. note

    Jun 28, 2008 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit: expired permit: 100443806 exp 8-8-98.

    Aug 21, 1998

    Resolve
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  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to carry out permitted work in accordance with applicable laws and regulations in that construction activities are being performed other than on weekdays between the hours of 7am & 6pm w/o a variance

    May 16, 1998 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain adequate housekeeping. excessive demolished construction debris from renovation stored on the decking. wooden materials cmu ceiling materials sheetrock and carton boxes

    Apr 15, 1998 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Feb 17, 2025 · Apt 12

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Feb 17, 2025 · Apt 12

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 17, 2025 · Apt 12

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 17, 2025 · Apt 12

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Feb 17, 2025 · Apt 12

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 17, 2023 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 9, 2022 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 6, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 6, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    May 1, 2016 · Apt STORES

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 11, 2015 · Apt 8A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 19, 2013 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    May 31, 2013 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 28, 2012 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 27, 2012 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Apr 4, 2011 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Apr 4, 2011 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Apr 4, 2011 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Apr 4, 2011 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Apr 4, 2011 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 8, 2004 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Nov 9, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Odor

    Nov 9, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Nov 9, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Nov 12, 2025$835,000Rentals - walkup apartments16

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C7)
Year built
1892
Floors
5
Residential units
12
Building area
18,829 ft²
Lot area
4,530 ft²
Zoning
C1-9
Community board
107
Council district
6
Block / lot
1201 / 63
Assessed value
$2,106,000
Landmark / historic district
Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District

HPD registration #106274, last renewed Aug 13, 2025.

Questions about 72 West 88 Street

Who owns 72 West 88 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 72 West 88th St HDFC.

Does 72 West 88 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 49 housing violations at this property.

Is 72 West 88 Street rent stabilized?

No rent-stabilized units appear in its 2018–2024 tax bills. Individual apartments can still be regulated, so request the rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal if unsure.

When was 72 West 88 Street built?

City records list 1892 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 72 West 88 Street?

It has 12 residential units and 16 units in total.

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