167 West 81 Street
Manhattan, NY 10024BBL 1-01212-0008Map
Owner of record: Amwest Realty Associates,
167 West 81 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1890 in Manhattan, 10024. It has 20 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Amwest Realty Associates,. HPD has recorded 40 housing violations here, most recently on May 6, 2025. 10 of the 40 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 11 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 40
- DOB violations
- 3
- ECB violations
- 2
- HPD complaints
- 182
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 · 40
- BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wood base cabinet at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 6, 2025 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective formica countertop in the kitchen located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 6, 2025 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 6, 2025 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 6, 2025 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles in the 1st room from north located at apt 2e, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 22, 2023 · Apt 2E
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling inside closet in the private hallway located at apt 2e, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 22, 2023 · Apt 2E
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling inside closet in the private hallway located at apt 2e, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 22, 2023 · Apt 2E
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective located at apt 2e, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 22, 2023 · Apt 2E
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective located at apt 2e, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 22, 2023 · Apt 2E
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Refit entrance door in the bathroom located at apt 2e, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 22, 2023 · Apt 2E
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 3rd room from north located at apt 2e, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 22, 2023 · Apt 2E
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of electrical wires at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 2e, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 22, 2023 · Apt 2E
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls in the 2nd room from north located at apt 2e, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 22, 2023 · Apt 2E
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2e, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 22, 2023 · Apt 2E
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color a ceiling and all walls in the 1st room from north located at apt 2e, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 22, 2023 · Apt 2E
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective woodf frame window at north wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 2e, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 22, 2023 · Apt 2E
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective upper escutcheon plate at ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 2e, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 22, 2023 · Apt 2E
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceilings and all walls through-out in the entire apartment located at apt 1w, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 27, 2020 · Apt 1W
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1w, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 27, 2020 · Apt 1W
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the radiator in the kitchen located at apt 1w, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 27, 2020 · Apt 1W
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation steam riser in the kitchen located at apt 1w, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 27, 2020 · Apt 1W
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wires at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story
Feb 27, 2020
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective electrical ceiling light fixture at public hall, 3rd story
Feb 27, 2020
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1w, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 28, 2019 · Apt 1W
Open — Not complied with - 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 10, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts #1e under vacate order #142739. in the entire apartment located at apt, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Feb 7, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors at bulkhead to roof , 5th story
Jan 18, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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
Jan 18, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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 post one notice in the vestibule area near mailboxes at public hall, 1st story
Jan 18, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box post one notice in the vestibule area near mailboxes at public hall, 1st story
Jan 18, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - 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. at public hall, 1st story
Jan 18, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
§ 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 post one notice in the vestibule area near mailboxes at public hall, 1st story
Jan 18, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide dwelling with a janitor or responsible person or janitorial service. at public hall, 1st story
Jan 18, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage in the entire apartment located at apt 1e, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 18, 2018 · Apt 1E
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and walls in the 4th room from north located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 25, 2008 · Apt 4D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile floor at public hall, 2nd story
May 27, 2006
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective escutcheon plate at ceiling riser in the bathroom located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 2, 2005 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate - in the kitchen located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
May 24, 2000 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing (tenant-nauhoombee) in the entire apartment located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
May 24, 2000 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice & roaches 1 sty east apt 1e. , section '' ''
Sep 20, 1990 · Apt 1E
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 3
- Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 29, 1994
Vp-violation unserved ecb-active - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 29, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 2
- Non-hazardous
Apt 2x 2 outlet on vent stack in kitchen not properly sealed apt 2c gas meter in kitchen not properly supported note have licensed plumber obtain permit from this department and make necessary repairs & arrange
Jul 7, 1992 · Penalty $350
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy. certificate of occupancy #49508 froom:storage @ cellar to:store @cellar east side&pre-nursery @cellar west side. remedy:discontinue unlawful
Feb 21, 1991 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 21, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
May 2, 2025 · Apt 2D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
May 2, 2025 · Apt 2D
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
May 2, 2025 · Apt 2D
Close - General
Cabinet
May 2, 2025 · Apt 2D
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Apr 26, 2024 · Apt 4D
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Sep 22, 2023 · Apt 2E
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 22, 2023 · Apt 2E
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 22, 2023 · Apt 2E
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Sep 22, 2023 · Apt 2E
Close
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- Plumbing
Steam pipe/riser
Sep 22, 2023 · Apt 2E
Close - General
Ventilation system
Sep 22, 2023 · Apt 2E
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 22, 2023 · Apt 2E
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Sep 22, 2023 · Apt 2E
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 2E
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 2E
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 2E
Close - Plumbing
Steam pipe/riser
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 2E
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 2E
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 2E
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Aug 24, 2023 · Apt 2E
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 24, 2023 · Apt 2E
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 21, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 19, 2020 · Apt 1W
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 8, 2019 · Apt BLDG
Close - Outside building
Roof door/hatch
Oct 29, 2019 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Door
Oct 29, 2019 · Apt 1D
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Oct 29, 2019 · Apt 2D
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Oct 29, 2019 · Apt 2D
Close - Door/window
Door
Oct 29, 2019 · Apt 2D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 29, 2019 · Apt 2D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 29, 2019 · Apt 2D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 29, 2019 · Apt 3E
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jun 13, 2019 · Apt 1D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 16, 2019 · Apt 1W
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 17, 2019 · Apt 1W
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 9, 2018 · Apt 3D
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 24, 2017 · Apt 3W
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 19, 2014 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 3, 2014 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 2, 2014 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 2, 2014 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 1, 2014 · Apt 5W
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
May 15, 2014 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Apr 28, 2014 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 28, 2014 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Power outage
Apr 28, 2014 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 6, 2014 · Apt NA
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 3, 2014 · Apt NA
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 1, 2014 · Apt 5D
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C7)
- Year built
- 1890
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 20
- Building area
- 15,535 ft²
- Lot area
- 3,934 ft²
- Zoning
- R8B
- Community board
- 107
- Council district
- 6
- Block / lot
- 1212 / 8
- Assessed value
- $1,659,600
- Landmark / historic district
- Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District
HPD registration #113856, last renewed Nov 3, 2025.
Questions about 167 West 81 Street
Who owns 167 West 81 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Amwest Realty Associates,.
Does 167 West 81 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 40 housing violations at this property.
Is 167 West 81 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 11 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 55% of its 20 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 167 West 81 Street built?
City records list 1890 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 167 West 81 Street?
It has 20 residential units and 21 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.