139 West 81 Street
Manhattan, NY 10024BBL 1-01212-0118Map
Owner of record: I-131 Corp
139 West 81 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1887 in Manhattan, 10024. It has 12 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is I-131 Corp. HPD has recorded 92 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 45 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 1 rent-stabilized apartment here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 92
- DOB violations
- 53
- ECB violations
- 9
- HPD complaints
- 46
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 · 92
- 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.
Apr 29, 2026
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.
Jun 4, 2025
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.
Apr 1, 2024
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.
Nov 15, 2023
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 16, 2023
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.
Nov 2, 2022
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.
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
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.
Apr 1, 2021
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.
Apr 1, 2021
Open — Nov sent out
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- 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 - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 9, 2013 · Apt 2
Open — Invalid certification - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at cellar
Dec 9, 2013
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 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 31, 2013 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the approximately 20 bags of debri at front areaway
May 31, 2013
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wires and bx cables at walls and ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 31, 2013 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective intercom system in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 15, 2013 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective sub- flooring in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 15, 2013 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile floor in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 15, 2013 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 15, 2013 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from north at center located at apt 2, 1st apartment from west at north
May 15, 2013 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 1st room from north at center located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 15, 2013 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Provide a manager who shall be responsible for the conduct, operation and maintenance of premises and who shall live on premises or be regularly present therein.
May 9, 2013
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 3, 2013 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all ceilings in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 3, 2013 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective mortise lock and assembly in the entrance located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 3, 2013 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective inoperative door bell system from basement story to apt located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 3, 2013 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 3, 2013 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 3, 2013 · Apt 2
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 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 3, 2013 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 13, 2013 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing door knob in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 13, 2013 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 13, 2013 · Apt 2
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 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 13, 2013 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Provide a manager who shall be responsible for the conduct, operation and maintenance of premises and who shall live on premises or be regularly present therein.
Jan 13, 2013
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint or post a sign indicating floors thru out all stys public hall.
Aug 18, 1998
Open — Nov sent out - 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 frame missing.
Aug 18, 1998
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective lock entrance door bldg.
Jun 12, 1990
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls & ceilings 3 sty front apt 7 thru out. , section '' ''
Apr 18, 1990 · Apt 7
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance 3s ty front apt 7. , section '' ''
Apr 18, 1990 · Apt 7
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed wire ceiling kitchen 3 sty front apt 7. , section '' ''
Apr 18, 1990 · Apt 7
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing wall switches & outlet covers 3 sty front apt 7 thru out. , section '' ''
Apr 18, 1990 · Apt 7
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of concealed cascading water leak ceiling kitchen 3 sty front apt 7. , section '' ''
Apr 18, 1990 · Apt 7
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling kitchen 3 sty front apt 7 er1. , section '' ''
Apr 18, 1990 · Apt 7
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
§ 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration drop ceiling installed kitchen & bathroom 3 sty front apt 7. , section '' ''
Apr 18, 1990 · Apt 7
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
§ 231 m/d law provide legal second means of egress and file application for approval before doing the work building thru out.
Apr 5, 1990
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Seal in open position the o.s.y. valve of the sprinkler system in accordance with the rules and regulations of this department cellar front.
Apr 5, 1990
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
§ 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration front east wall 2 sty public hall remove & extended about 2 from original position.
Apr 5, 1990
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
§ 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration stairway from 1 sty public hall removed & replace in another area.
Apr 5, 1990
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
§ 300, 301, 302, m/d law file plans and obtain a certificate of occupancy to legalize the following alteration or restore premises to prior legal condition 1 sty front room ceiling pierced creating a stair to 2 sty front apt.
Apr 5, 1990
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 53
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection
Nov 14, 2025
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection
Nov 14, 2025
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection
Nov 14, 2025
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection
Sep 23, 2024
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection
Sep 23, 2024
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection
Sep 23, 2024
Dob violation - active - Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Aug 21, 2023
Dob violation - active - Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Aug 21, 2023
Dob violation - active - Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Aug 21, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active
Show 40 more ↓
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report
Nov 8, 2019
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report
Nov 8, 2019
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report
Nov 8, 2019
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - active - 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
Jan 6, 2006
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 19, 2003
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
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 1, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 1, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 9
- Hazardous
49/19b/bq9/36. slant fin yas fired boiler.
Jun 4, 2002 · Penalty $5,000
Active - Hazardous
49/19b/36/bq9. slant fin gas fired boiler.
Jun 4, 2002 · Penalty $5,000
Active - Hazardous
49-19b-36-bq9. slant fir gas fired boiler.
Jun 4, 2002 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit: work noted: interior partition work 1,2 4, floor's no permit noted. remedy: obtain permit for work in question.
Sep 26, 1997 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit work noted: interior demolition of partitions, ceilings & floors in basement rear apt. 1st floor entire. 2nd floor front south apt. 4th floor rear north apts. remedy: obtain permits if fea
Feb 28, 1996
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit work noted: (1) interior partitions,fire rated ceiling,floor joists removed at time 2nd floor.(2)partitions and ceiling removed at 1st floor and basement. (3) existing interior stair to ba
Feb 28, 1996
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit. work noted: 1. interior partion, fire rated ceiling and floor joist removed at the 2nd story. 2. partition and ceiling removed at 1st story and basement. 3. existing interior stairs to
May 15, 1992 · Penalty $285
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit. remedy: obtain a permit.
Feb 15, 1990 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Unknown
Work without a permit work noted interior demolition of partitiopns ceilings & floors in following areas basement rear apt 1 floor entire 2 floor front south apt 4 floor rear north apts remedy stop all work
Apr 20, 1989 · Penalty $250
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 11, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 4, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 3, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 1, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 17, 2021 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 25, 2019 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 7, 2018 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 30, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 29, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Dec 27, 2017 · Apt 2
Close
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- Plumbing
Radiator
Dec 27, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - General
Cooking gas
Oct 7, 2014 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 31, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Dec 31, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - General
Doors
Dec 31, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Janitor/super
Dec 31, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Janitor/super
Dec 31, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 31, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 31, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 7, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 20, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Rubbish
May 29, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
May 13, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - General
Floor
May 13, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - General
Floor
May 13, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 13, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Janitor/super
May 7, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Bell-buzzer/intercom
May 7, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
May 7, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 28, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Mar 28, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Bell-buzzer/intercom
Mar 28, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - General
Doors
Mar 28, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 28, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Bell-buzzer/intercom
Jan 4, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Dec 8, 2012 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Janitor/super
Dec 8, 2012 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Janitor/super
Dec 8, 2012 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 8, 2012 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 8, 2012 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 8, 2012 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Dec 8, 2012 · Apt 2
Close - General
Doors
Dec 8, 2012 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 8, 2012 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 8, 2012 · Apt 2
Close - Appliance
Sprinker cert
Jul 26, 2004
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C5)
- Year built
- 1887
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 12
- Building area
- 5,428 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,941 ft²
- Zoning
- R8B
- Community board
- 107
- Council district
- 6
- Block / lot
- 1212 / 118
- Assessed value
- $656,100
- Landmark / historic district
- Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District
HPD registration #133188, last renewed Aug 13, 2025.
Questions about 139 West 81 Street
Who owns 139 West 81 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is I-131 Corp.
Does 139 West 81 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 92 housing violations at this property.
Is 139 West 81 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 1 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 8% of its 12 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 139 West 81 Street built?
City records list 1887 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 139 West 81 Street?
It has 12 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.