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120 West 81 Street

Manhattan, NY 10024BBL 1-01211-0142Map

Owner of record: James Dooling

120 West 81 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1887 in Manhattan, 10024. It has 8 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is James Dooling. HPD has recorded 75 housing violations here, most recently on November 17, 2025. 35 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 9 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
75
DOB violations
6
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
76

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Nov 17, 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
9
About 100% of the building's 8 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 · 75

  • 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.

    Nov 17, 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.

    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
  • 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.

    Nov 15, 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.

    Mar 16, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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.

    Nov 2, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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.

    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.

    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
  • 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.

    Apr 1, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • 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 10, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 6, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 3, 2016 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective connection at wasteline to washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 6, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 3, 2016 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 6, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 3, 2016 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 6, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 3, 2016 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and south wall in the kitchen located at apt 6, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 3, 2016 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective bell-buzzer and intercom return system at building front and in the private hallway located at apt 6, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 3, 2016 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 6, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 3, 2016 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 2nd room from north located at apt 6, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 3, 2016 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 6, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 3, 2016 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceilings in the foyer located at apt 6, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 3, 2016 · Apt 6

    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.

    Oct 3, 2016

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd.

    Oct 3, 2016

    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 (sign missing)

    Oct 3, 2016

    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.

    Oct 3, 2016

    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

    Sep 20, 2016

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd.

    Sep 20, 2016

    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

    Sep 20, 2016

    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.

    Sep 20, 2016

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 2, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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.

    Feb 3, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective frames of top and bottom sash at south window in the 2nd room from east located at apt 8, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 2, 2009 · Apt 8

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood frame at top and bottom sash windows. in the 2nd room from east located at apt 8, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 12, 2009 · Apt 8

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood frame at top and bottom sash window in the 1st room from east located at apt 8, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 12, 2009 · Apt 8

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 8, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 12, 2009 · Apt 8

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet ' in the bathroom located at apt 8, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 12, 2009 · Apt 8

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector ''missing'' in the entire apartment located at apt 6, 2nd story, apartment at south

    May 9, 2007 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 6, 2nd story, apartment at south

    May 9, 2007 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department cieiling and walls in the entire apartment located at apt 6, 2nd story, apartment at south

    May 9, 2007 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide a piece of garden hose 10 feet in length with female coupling and a 10 quart pail on premises to test sprinkler system. at public hall, 4th story

    Jan 18, 2006

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile walls in the bathroom located at apt 7, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 14, 2005 · Apt 7

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the kitchen located at apt 7, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 14, 2005 · Apt 7

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from east located at apt 7, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 14, 2005 · Apt 7

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls and ceilings in the entire apartment located at apt 7, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 14, 2005 · Apt 7

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls in the 2nd room from east located at apt 7, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 14, 2005 · Apt 7

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation riser pipe in the 2nd room from east located at apt 7, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 14, 2005 · Apt 7

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose top hinge at closet door in the 1st room from east located at apt 7, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 14, 2005 · Apt 7

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 7, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 14, 2005 · Apt 7

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 6, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 25, 2005 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Remove the torn and/or loose floor covering , in the kitchen located at apt 6, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 25, 2005 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 6

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    May 7, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    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

    Mar 18, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Dec 1, 1988

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Sep 30, 2016 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Sep 30, 2016 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Sep 7, 2016 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Sep 7, 2016 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Sep 7, 2016 · Apt 6

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Sep 7, 2016 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Sep 7, 2016 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 7, 2016 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Sep 7, 2016 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Sep 7, 2016 · Apt 6

    Close
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  • General

    Windows

    Oct 15, 2009 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Window/frame

    Sep 8, 2009 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Window/frame

    Sep 8, 2009 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Sep 8, 2009 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Sep 8, 2009 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 14, 2008 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 16, 2008 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 16, 2008 · Apt 10

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 31, 2007 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 7, 2007 · Apt 6

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    May 7, 2007 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    May 7, 2007 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 7, 2007 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    May 7, 2007 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 9, 2007 · Apt 10

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 9, 2007 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 6, 2007 · Apt 10

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 6, 2007 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 4, 2007 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 1, 2007 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 1, 2007 · Apt 10

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 1, 2007 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 4, 2007 · Apt 10

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 4, 2007 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 4, 2007 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 3, 2006 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 30, 2006 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 15, 2006 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 6, 2006 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 15, 2006 · Apt 8

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Jan 15, 2006 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 19, 2005 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 19, 2005 · Apt 10

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Aug 30, 2005 · Apt 7

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Aug 30, 2005 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 30, 2005 · Apt 7

    Close
  • General

    Ceramic-tile

    Aug 30, 2005 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 30, 2005 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 30, 2005 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Radiator

    Aug 30, 2005 · Apt 7

    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
1887
Floors
4
Residential units
8
Building area
5,650 ft²
Lot area
1,941 ft²
Zoning
R8B
Community board
107
Council district
6
Block / lot
1211 / 142
Assessed value
$1,983,600
Landmark / historic district
Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District

HPD registration #122388, last renewed Nov 18, 2025.

Questions about 120 West 81 Street

Who owns 120 West 81 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is James Dooling.

Does 120 West 81 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 75 housing violations at this property.

Is 120 West 81 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 9 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 8 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 120 West 81 Street built?

City records list 1887 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 120 West 81 Street?

It has 8 residential units.

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