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487 Amsterdam Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10024BBL 1-01214-0004Map

Owner of record: 487-89 Amsterdam Ave HDFC

487 Amsterdam Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1891 in Manhattan, 10024. It has 8 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 487-89 Amsterdam Ave HDFC. HPD has recorded 112 housing violations here, most recently on May 18, 2026. 44 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
112
DOB violations
23
ECB violations
8
HPD complaints
47

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 18, 2026

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 · 112

  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 2n, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective counter balance at lower and upper sash of south window at west wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 2n, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2n, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2n, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color north wall in the kitchen located at apt 2n, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2n, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 1st room from east located at apt 2n, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color north and east wall in the bathroom located at apt 2n, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective counter balance at lower sash window in the kitchen located at apt 2n, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the kitchen located at apt 2n, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 2n, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace the broken or defective wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 2n, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2n, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2n, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 29, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water temperature exceeding 130 degrees in the entire apartment located at apt 4s, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 18, 2026 · Apt 4S

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the west wall in the 6th room from east located at apt 4s, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 18, 2026 · Apt 4S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective radiator shut-off knob at west wall in the 6th room from east located at apt 4s, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 18, 2026 · Apt 4S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 4s, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Dec 10, 2025 · Apt 4S

    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.

    Nov 17, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and south wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 4s, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 1, 2025 · Apt 4S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color soffit at north window in the 6th room from east located at apt 4s, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 1, 2025 · Apt 4S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latchset in the entrance located at apt 4s, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 1, 2025 · Apt 4S

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected

    Sep 1, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Sep 1, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Sep 1, 2025

    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 frame missing at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 1, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in private dwellings missing

    Sep 1, 2025

    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. at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 1, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective frame at building entrance door

    Sep 1, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Replace with new the missing escutcheon plate at upper riser pipe in the 6th room from east located at apt 4s, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 1, 2025 · Apt 4S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 4s, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 1, 2025 · Apt 4S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and west wall in the kitchen located at apt 4s, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 1, 2025 · Apt 4S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department east, north and west walls in the bathroom located at apt 4s, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 1, 2025 · Apt 4S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and south wall in the bathroom located at apt 4s, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 1, 2025 · Apt 4S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at east wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 4s, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 1, 2025 · Apt 4S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak ceiling in the 3rd room from east located at apt 4s, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 1, 2025 · Apt 4S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt 2n, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 29, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Apr 29, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2n, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 29, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt 2n, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 29, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic wall tiles at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 2n, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 29, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls in the kitchen located at apt 2n, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 29, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 2n, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 29, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood sub floor in the 3rd room from north located at apt 2n, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 29, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at vestibule door at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 10, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 15, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding 130 degrees in the entire apartment located at apt 5s, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 17, 2023 · Apt 5S

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 23

  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Dec 17, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Jan 4, 2013

    Dob violation - active
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Jan 4, 2013

    Dob violation - active
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Oct 17, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Oct 17, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Oct 17, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Oct 17, 2008

    Dob violation - active
  • 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

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    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
  • 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
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Sep 8, 1993

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Sep 8, 1993

    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

    Sep 18, 1991

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Sep 18, 1991

    Dob violation - active
  • Electric signs none

    Es-electric signs none

    Mar 8, 1989

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 8

  • Class - 2

    Operation of a place of assembly w/o a current c of o. note: resturantin operation arranged for seating for approx 90 person which requires a c of o. approx 50 seats inside & 40 seats in the rear yard. also no

    Jun 18, 2013

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to c/o or dept records. defect is: the rear accessory use yard is arranged for occupancy for approx 20-25 persons. tables& chairs are set up for use by patrons outside at rear changing the

    Mar 18, 2011

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that of building dept records noted rear yard ofhomer's restaurant being used as outdoor seating for restaurant build ing dept records appl #100554428 indicates no use of rear yard .remedy

    Sep 14, 2004

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to department. records plan number 100554428 dec 311992 occupancy load 67 persons. occupied by approx 150 permsons at first floor. reduce occupancy to 67 persons.

    Jan 16, 2000 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. work noted: a structure constructed with galvarized pipes 24-0" long 24-0 wide 10-0 high with gable roof covered withgreen and gravy convas. location east rear yard remedy: obtain permits

    May 2, 1997 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancay contrary to that allowed by dept of buildings records. rear yard aranged for use with bar at 1st floor. remedy: discontinue illegal use or amend c of o.

    Aug 12, 1994 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to carry out demolition operations in a safe and proper manner: demolition of interior partition at 2nd floors apartment not properly secured and debris scattered throughout occupied apartment- making l

    Mar 25, 1994

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain(hazardous) defect is wood floor joists thru-out 1st story are rotted water damaged and defective creating a hazardous conition. remedy:obtain approvals/permits prior to commencement of

    Sep 5, 1991 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 17, 2026 · Apt 4S

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 8, 2025 · Apt 4S

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Dec 8, 2025 · Apt 4S

    Close
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  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Dec 8, 2025 · Apt 4S

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Dec 8, 2025 · Apt 4S

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 20, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Oct 20, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 20, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Oct 20, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 20, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 20, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roofing

    Oct 20, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 16, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 16, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 16, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Oct 16, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 16, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 16, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 16, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roofing

    Oct 16, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 9, 2025 · Apt 4S

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door frame

    Jul 9, 2025 · Apt 4S

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jul 9, 2025 · Apt 4S

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 14, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Apr 14, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Apr 14, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 14, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Apr 14, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Apr 9, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 9, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Apr 9, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Apr 9, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 15, 2023 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 2, 2023 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 23, 2013 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 16, 2010 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 16, 2010 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 26, 2009 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Jan 26, 2009 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 20, 2006 · Apt 2S

    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 (C8)
Year built
1891
Floors
5
Residential units
8
Building area
9,100 ft²
Lot area
2,550 ft²
Zoning
C2-7A
Community board
107
Council district
6
Block / lot
1214 / 4
Assessed value
$1,894,500
Landmark / historic district
Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District

HPD registration #104959, last renewed Dec 26, 2025.

Questions about 487 Amsterdam Avenue

Who owns 487 Amsterdam Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 487-89 Amsterdam Ave HDFC.

Does 487 Amsterdam Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 112 housing violations at this property.

Is 487 Amsterdam Avenue 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 487 Amsterdam Avenue built?

City records list 1891 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 487 Amsterdam Avenue?

It has 8 residential units and 9 units in total.

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