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508 Columbus Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10024BBL 1-01215-0033Map

Owner of record: 508 Columbus Properties

508 Columbus Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1894 in Manhattan, 10024. It has 13 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 508 Columbus Properties. HPD has recorded 54 housing violations here, most recently on July 15, 2026. 2 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 6 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
54
DOB violations
20
ECB violations
14
HPD complaints
76

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Jul 15, 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

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
6
About 46% of the building's 13 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 · 54

  • C

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

    Jul 15, 2026 · Apt B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood countertop in the kitchen located at apt b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 28, 2025 · Apt B

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

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

    May 28, 2025 · Apt B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 28, 2025 · Apt B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 28, 2025 · Apt B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Apr 22, 2024 · Apt B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Apr 22, 2024 · Apt B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing magnet installed on bottom of vestibule door at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 27, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Oct 22, 2022 · Apt B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Replace with new the broken or defective marble saddle in the entrance located at apt b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 22, 2022 · Apt B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • A

    Refit entrance door in the 1st room from north located at apt b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 22, 2022 · Apt B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Refit closet door in the private hallway located at apt b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 22, 2022 · Apt B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Refit entrance door in the bathroom located at apt b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 22, 2022 · Apt B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

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

    Oct 22, 2022 · Apt B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Oct 22, 2022 · Apt B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Oct 22, 2022 · Apt B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Apr 12, 2022 · Apt B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective ..bell buzzer system from the building entrance to the west wall ... in the private hallway located at apt b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 12, 2022 · Apt B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ...broken ceramic tile at the south wall in the bathroom located at apt b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 12, 2022 · Apt B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Apr 12, 2022 · Apt B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Apr 12, 2022 · Apt B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 28 sq feet at the ceiling and all walls in the 1st room from north located at apt b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 12, 2022 · Apt B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector ...defective in the entire apartment located at apt b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 12, 2022 · Apt B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). ...defective in the entire apartment located at apt b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 12, 2022 · Apt B

    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
  • B

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at entrance located at apt 3c, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Aug 17, 2018 · Apt 3C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 10, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 no apartment number at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 10, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes air conditioner protruding beyond window sill at bacony, front north at fire escape, 4th story

    May 24, 2018

    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.

    Oct 26, 2016

    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.

    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
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes ( north side of building ) flower pots on 3rd and 4th stories.

    Aug 28, 2012

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling at riser pipe in the kitchen located at apt 2a, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 15, 2012 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2a, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 15, 2012 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2a, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 15, 2012 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes air conditioner protrucding beyond window sill at 2nd & 3rd sty balcony,front north at fire escape

    Jul 25, 2012

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes household items at 3rd sty balcony,front north at fire escape

    Jul 25, 2012

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of wood shelives installed fire escape windows in the 1st room from north located at apt 2a, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 25, 2012 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 25, 2012 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 25, 2012 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective intercom system form street front to in the foyer located at apt 2a, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 25, 2012 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 , at public hall, 1st story

    Jan 8, 2011

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    Feb 27, 2010

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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. at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 27, 2010

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 27, 2010

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 27, 2010

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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. at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 27, 2010

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ' in the entrance located at apt 2a, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 8, 2008 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 20

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Oct 31, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Sep 5, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Jul 31, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Jul 31, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Jul 31, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Mar 27, 1996

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Mar 27, 1996

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Nov 24, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmrk-landmark none

    Feb 3, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Feb 3, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Feb 15, 1990

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Feb 15, 1990

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Oct 26, 1989

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Oct 26, 1989

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 14

  • Class - 2

    Found weil mcain boiler model 80 series (680) active with defects. combustion air fan sail switch defective. relief valve discharge pipe missing. boiler room door not 1-hr fire rated. correct all violating cond

    Aug 23, 2022 · Penalty $312

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy or building department records. c of o # 51806 indicates stores on 1st floor however noted restaurant on 1st floor., discontinue illegal occupa

    Oct 3, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work does not conform to approved construction documents and or approved amendments. observed exhaust duct ran vertically on exposure #4 then set across the roof approximately 10' with a termination cap that is

    Oct 3, 2019 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Mc 917.1 solid fuel fired ovens shall be listed and labeled in accordance with (ul 2162- standard for commercial wood fired baking ovens). observed pizza oven installed per job #122745039 however no otcr approv

    Oct 3, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35346430x issued 07/26/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. no compliance recorded. r

    Nov 5, 2018 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35346430x issued on 07-26-18 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. no c of c on file. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or file a c

    Sep 12, 2018 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35334498y issued 06/14/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. rem: comply with commissi

    Jul 30, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    27misc,28misc,bsmisc reissue #35334498y date of issue 06/14/18. bc 10. means of egress ramp exceeds slope. at the time of inspection. it was observed that the egress ramp at the entry to 508 columbus avenue exc

    Jul 26, 2018 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Bc1010.2 means of egress ramp exceeds slope. noted: at time of inspection, it was observed that the egress ramp at the entry to 508 columbus ave exceeds the maximum slope of 1 inch on 12 inches (1:12). the slop

    Jun 14, 2018

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall noted on eastside of building (columbus ave) approx 30'x 6 section(s) of brown stone lamination has delaminated and deteriorated and has fallen to the ground sections

    Jun 2, 2004

    Resolve
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  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall (haz).noted 1.stone borders throughout exterior wall are spalling and or missing.2.exterior brickcolumns at the 4th floor (around windows) are detiorated at the lower

    Apr 10, 2001 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain building. defect is chimney by 102 west 85 street was crack in masonry and holes in metal duct work flue on roof area. make immediate repairs.

    Mar 8, 1999 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    49.a sefective ceiling exposed beams in boiler room b-boiler room door blocked by storage boxes and bichcles.

    Oct 3, 1996 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit.work noted:constructing light bridge with 22 recessed lights on rear,north & south wall approx 8'above floor.install- ing metal frame & 5/8"sheetrock above lightbridge on rear wall with 3

    Nov 15, 1995 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jul 13, 2026 · Apt B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Jul 13, 2026 · Apt B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 13, 2026 · Apt B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jul 13, 2026 · Apt B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    May 19, 2025 · Apt B

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    May 19, 2025 · Apt B

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    May 19, 2025 · Apt B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    May 19, 2025 · Apt B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    May 19, 2025 · Apt B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    May 19, 2025 · Apt B

    Close
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  • Door/window

    Door frame

    May 19, 2025 · Apt B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 19, 2025 · Apt B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Apr 28, 2025 · Apt B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Apr 28, 2025 · Apt B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Apr 28, 2025 · Apt B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Feb 6, 2025 · Apt B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Mar 28, 2024 · Apt B

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 28, 2024 · Apt B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 28, 2024 · Apt B

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Mar 5, 2024 · Apt B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 5, 2024 · Apt B

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Mar 1, 2024 · Apt B

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Mar 1, 2024 · Apt B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 1, 2024 · Apt B

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 1, 2024 · Apt B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Mar 1, 2024 · Apt B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Feb 5, 2024 · Apt B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Feb 9, 2023 · Apt B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 19, 2022 · Apt B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 31, 2022 · Apt B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Aug 13, 2012 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Jul 23, 2012 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 15, 2011 · Apt 1S

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 12, 2011 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Jan 6, 2011 · Apt B

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jan 6, 2011 · Apt B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 6, 2011 · Apt B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 30, 2010 · Apt 1S

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 7, 2010 · Apt 1S

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 27, 2010 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 25, 2010 · Apt 1S

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 24, 2010 · Apt B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 24, 2009 · Apt B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 24, 2009 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Mar 22, 2009 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 22, 2009 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Feb 23, 2009 · Apt 1S

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 8, 2008 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 20, 2008 · Apt B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 3, 2008 · Apt B

    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 (C7)
Year built
1894
Floors
5
Residential units
13
Building area
13,540 ft²
Lot area
3,065 ft²
Zoning
C1-8A
Community board
107
Council district
6
Block / lot
1215 / 33
Assessed value
$2,683,800
Landmark / historic district
Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District

HPD registration #101963, last renewed Oct 14, 2025.

Questions about 508 Columbus Avenue

Who owns 508 Columbus Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 508 Columbus Properties.

Does 508 Columbus Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 54 housing violations at this property.

Is 508 Columbus Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 6 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 46% of its 13 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 508 Columbus Avenue built?

City records list 1894 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 508 Columbus Avenue?

It has 13 residential units and 18 units in total.

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