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159 West 85 Street

Manhattan, NY 10024BBL 1-01216-0006Map

Owner of record: Shinwa Real Estate Co., Ltd.

159 West 85 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1891 in Manhattan, 10024. It has 20 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Shinwa Real Estate Co., Ltd.. HPD has recorded 57 housing violations here, most recently on September 15, 2022. City tax records listed 6 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
57
DOB violations
4
ECB violations
4
HPD complaints
32

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Sep 15, 2022

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 30% of the building's 20 apartments
Down from 9 in 2018

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 · 57

  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at bulkhead at public hall, 4th story

    Sep 15, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... in the entrance located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 29, 2022 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 29, 2022 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 6, 2022 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    May 31, 2022 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    May 31, 2022 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    May 31, 2022 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    May 31, 2022 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    May 31, 2022 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    May 31, 2022 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system basement door locked at boiler room

    May 31, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 31, 2022 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    May 27, 2022 · Apt 1B

    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

    May 27, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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., 1st story

    May 27, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 27, 2022 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system no access to boiler room at basement

    May 27, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    May 27, 2022 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    May 27, 2022 · Apt 1B

    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.

    May 27, 2022

    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

    May 27, 2022

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

    May 27, 2022

    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 at public hall, 1st story

    May 27, 2022

    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

    May 25, 2022

    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.

    May 25, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    May 25, 2022

    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

    May 25, 2022

    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 at public hall

    May 25, 2022

    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

    May 25, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    § 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame readily accessible for signature, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor at missing at public hall

    May 25, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at boiler room at cellar

    May 25, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 25, 2022 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    May 25, 2022

    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.

    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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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

    Sep 20, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 20, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Sep 20, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Sep 20, 2018

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

    Sep 20, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 20, 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 missing at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 20, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector improperly installed in the entire apartment located at apt 4c, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jun 8, 2018 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). improperly installed in the entire apartment located at apt 4c, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jun 8, 2018 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective .. in the entrance located at apt 4c, 3rd story

    Jun 8, 2018 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4c, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jun 8, 2018 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective base cabinet at sink in the kitchen located at apt 4c, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jun 8, 2018 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and all walls in the kitchen located at apt 4c, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jun 8, 2018 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 4

  • 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

    Mar 19, 2003

    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

    Sep 1, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 4

  • Class - 2

    Sec: bc3309.6. failure to monitor adjoining structures for movement in all directions w/ 90 degree radius w/ a landmark bldg district. noted: job# 122262728 exp 3/16/17. observed @ cellar level excavation of ce

    Jun 21, 2016

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to notify the bldg dept 24-48 hrs prior to the start of earth work. noted: job# 122262728 exp 3/16/17. @ time of insp, no earthwork confirmation number on file w/ the dob for the above address. rem: obt

    Jun 21, 2016 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to safeguard public & property affected by construction operations. noted: job# 1222677228 exp 3/16/17. @ time of insp observed a air supply conpressor stored @ curb & air hoses stretched across sidewal

    Jun 21, 2016 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    B354.15.16.32a.34b.50a.50b.50c.50d. 50a air gap and drip;eg required on back flow preventor 50b pigtails required for pressuretrols brass pigtail required for pressure gauge 50c remove debris and storage from

    Aug 26, 2009 · Penalty $200

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 20, 2025 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Apr 12, 2024 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Aug 23, 2022 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 23, 2022 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jun 5, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 31, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 28, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 26, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 23, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 23, 2022 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 10, 2021 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 12, 2021 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jun 5, 2018 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jun 5, 2018 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window pane

    Jun 5, 2018 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jun 5, 2018 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 5, 2018 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jun 5, 2018 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 5, 2018 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 5, 2018 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Sewer

    Aug 19, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Sewer

    Aug 19, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 19, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 19, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 29, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jul 29, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jul 29, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Construction

    Rain leader

    Jul 29, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Appliance

    Sprinker cert

    Jul 26, 2004

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    May 30, 2004 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    May 30, 2004 · Apt 2C

    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
1891
Floors
4
Residential units
20
Building area
11,880 ft²
Lot area
3,462 ft²
Zoning
R8B
Community board
107
Council district
6
Block / lot
1216 / 6
Assessed value
$1,404,900
Landmark / historic district
Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District

HPD registration #103924, last renewed Sep 25, 2025.

Questions about 159 West 85 Street

Who owns 159 West 85 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Shinwa Real Estate Co., Ltd..

Does 159 West 85 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 57 housing violations at this property.

Is 159 West 85 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 6 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 30% of its 20 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 159 West 85 Street built?

City records list 1891 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 159 West 85 Street?

It has 20 residential units.

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