172 West 81 Street
Manhattan, NY 10024BBL 1-01211-0059Map
Owner of record: 172 W. 81 LLC
172 West 81 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1891 in Manhattan, 10024. It has 20 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 172 W. 81 LLC. HPD has recorded 171 housing violations here, most recently on June 22, 2026. 13 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 5 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 171
- DOB violations
- 4
- ECB violations
- 2
- HPD complaints
- 215
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 · 171
- ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice regarding rent stabilization law, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a conspicuous location within the common area at the buildings entrance. for more information about signage requirements, please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/required-signage.page
Jun 22, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective spring balance at lower sash at 1st window from west at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 17, 2026 · Apt 5B
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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) north wall, south wall in the kitchen located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 17, 2026 · Apt 5B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective spring balance at lower sash at 1st window from from east at south wall in the 4th room from north at west located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 17, 2026 · Apt 5B
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 1; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 17, 2026 · Apt 5B
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at east wall, 1st window frame from west at north wall, ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 17, 2026 · Apt 5B
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 1st room from north at east, the 4th room from north at east, the bathroom , the 4th room from north at west, the 3rd room from north located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 17, 2026 · Apt 5B
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective leaking radiator air valve in the 1st room from north located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 5B
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10sqft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 5B
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective spring balance at upper sash window at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 5B
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective broken glass pane at upper sash window at south wall in the 4th room from north at west located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 5B
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... greater than 20ssqft at east wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 5B
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 5B
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door lock to basement at boiler room
Dec 28, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east , section ''east''
Dec 28, 2024 · Apt 5B
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east , section ''east''
Dec 28, 2024 · Apt 5B
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at south wall at public hall, 5th story
Mar 9, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Refit bulkhead door , 5th story
Mar 9, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at boiler room
Mar 9, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective spring balance at lower sash window at north wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Mar 9, 2023 · Apt 5B
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Mar 9, 2023 · Apt 5B
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... in the entrance located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Oct 6, 2022 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 17, 2022 · Apt 4B
Open — Invalid certification - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 17, 2022 · Apt 5B
Open — Invalid certification - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... in the entrance located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 17, 2022 · Apt 4B
Open — Nov sent out - 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.
Mar 8, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 8, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective window at south wall upper and lower sash counter balance in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Feb 24, 2022 · Apt 5B
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Feb 24, 2022 · Apt 5B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective door lock in the entrance located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Feb 24, 2022 · Apt 5B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Feb 24, 2022 · Apt 5B
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective mechanical vent at east in the bathroom located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Feb 24, 2022 · Apt 5B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance at lower sash window 2nd from east at south in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Feb 24, 2022 · Apt 5B
Open — Nov sent out - 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.
Feb 16, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 5c, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 30, 2021 · Apt 5C
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 3, 2021 · Apt 5B
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 3, 2021 · Apt 5B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 3, 2021 · Apt 5B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective lower sash window at south wall in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 3, 2021 · Apt 5B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective exhust fan at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 3, 2021 · Apt 5B
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective window balance at lower sash second window from east at south in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Feb 23, 2021 · Apt 5B
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Feb 23, 2021 · Apt 5B
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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.
Feb 23, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box at public hall, 1st story
Feb 23, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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
Feb 23, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective base cabinet at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Feb 23, 2021 · Apt 5B
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 3rd room from north located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Feb 23, 2021 · Apt 5B
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at west wall in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 2, 2020 · Apt 5B
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 4
- 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 6, 2006
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 1, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 2
- Class - 2
Failure to maintain in code-compliant manner. at time of inspection observed exposure 1(front) & 3(back) 2-4 floors 7 ac units, 1 screen & 2 flower pots at fire escape landings partially obstruction of emergenc
Mar 30, 2026 · Penalty $1,280
Resolve - Class - 3
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. noted: at front facade, exposure (1) 1st story window at left spalling of browstone at arch ornament; and at right side of bldg between windows stone exfol
Aug 24, 2017 · Penalty $100
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Mold
May 14, 2026 · Apt 5B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
May 14, 2026 · Apt 5B
Close - Door/window
Window pane
Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 5B
Open - Door/window
Window frame
Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 5B
Open - Door/window
Door
Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 5B
Open - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 5B
Open - Plumbing
Radiator
Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 5B
Open - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 6, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jul 21, 2025 · Apt B4
Open - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jul 21, 2025 · Apt B4
Open
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- Plumbing
Toilet
Jul 21, 2025 · Apt B4
Open - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jul 21, 2025 · Apt B4
Open - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jul 1, 2025 · Apt 4D
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jun 25, 2025 · Apt 4B
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Mar 19, 2025 · Apt 4B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 24, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 1, 2024 · Apt 5B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 11, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 8, 2024 · Apt 4THFLO
Close - Door/window
Door
Apr 28, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 29, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Oct 2, 2023 · Apt 4D
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 6, 2023 · Apt 5B
Close - Door/window
Door
Mar 6, 2023 · Apt 5B
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Mar 6, 2023 · Apt 5B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 5, 2023 · Apt 5B
Close - Door/window
Door
Jan 22, 2023 · Apt 4B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 7, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 4, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
May 16, 2022 · Apt 4B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 15, 2022 · Apt 4B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 22, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Jan 13, 2022 · Apt 5B
Close - Door/window
Door
Jan 13, 2022 · Apt 5B
Close - General
Cabinet
Jan 13, 2022 · Apt 5B
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jan 13, 2022 · Apt 5B
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Jan 13, 2022 · Apt 5B
Close - Safety
Fire escape
Oct 19, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Oct 18, 2021 · Apt 5C
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Oct 18, 2021 · Apt 5C
Close - General
Cabinet
Jul 29, 2021 · Apt 5B
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jul 29, 2021 · Apt 5B
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Jul 29, 2021 · Apt 5B
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Feb 12, 2021 · Apt 5B
Close - Safety
Fire escape
Feb 12, 2021 · Apt 5B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 12, 2021 · Apt 5B
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Nov 30, 2020 · Apt 5B
Close - Door/window
Door
Nov 30, 2020 · Apt 5B
Close - Safety
Fire escape
Nov 30, 2020 · Apt 5B
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Nov 30, 2020 · Apt 5B
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C1)
- Year built
- 1891
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 20
- Building area
- 17,220 ft²
- Lot area
- 4,291 ft²
- Zoning
- R8B
- Community board
- 107
- Council district
- 6
- Block / lot
- 1211 / 59
- Assessed value
- $624,150
- Landmark / historic district
- Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District
HPD registration #104979, last renewed Sep 18, 2025.
Questions about 172 West 81 Street
Who owns 172 West 81 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 172 W. 81 LLC.
Does 172 West 81 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 171 housing violations at this property.
Is 172 West 81 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 5 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 25% of its 20 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 172 West 81 Street built?
City records list 1891 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 172 West 81 Street?
It has 20 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.