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488 Amsterdam Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10024BBL 1-01231-0033Map

Owner of record: 488 Amsterdam Realty LLC

488 Amsterdam Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1890 in Manhattan, 10024. It has 8 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 488 Amsterdam Realty LLC. HPD has recorded 313 housing violations here, most recently on September 30, 2026. 41 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
313
DOB violations
22
ECB violations
10
HPD complaints
216

What to know

Concern
8 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Sep 30, 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 · 313

  • 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 south at west

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Replace with new the missing saddle at building entrance door , 1st story

    Sep 30, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing hook and eye at building entrance door , 1st story

    Sep 30, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective the bulkhead door , 5th story

    Sep 5, 2026

    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 4s, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 5, 2026 · Apt 4S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Sep 5, 2026 · Apt 4S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated pad lock installed at gate at fire escape window in the kitchen located at apt 4s, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 5, 2026 · Apt 4S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4s, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 5, 2026 · Apt 4S

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Replace with new the missing saddle at door at building entrance

    Jun 14, 2026

    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
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  • C

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

    Jan 7, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 4s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 7, 2026 · Apt 4S

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3n, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jan 7, 2026 · Apt 3N

    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 defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3n, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jan 7, 2026 · Apt 3N

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the 1st entire apartment from east located at apt 3n, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jan 7, 2026 · Apt 3N

    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 4s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 7, 2026 · Apt 4S

    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 4s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 7, 2026 · Apt 4S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing hook and eye installed at building entrance door

    Jan 22, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 15, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide saddle at building entrance door

    Sep 27, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide wire glass at building entrance door

    Sep 27, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of plexiglass pane at building entrance door

    Sep 27, 2023

    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 at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 27, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide wire glass at vestibule door at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 27, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of plexiglass pane at vestibule door at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 27, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing hook and eye at building front entrance door , 1st story

    Jun 27, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing hook and eye at vestibule entrance door at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 27, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in waste line at sink in the kitchen located at apt 2s, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 27, 2023 · Apt 2S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective intercom system at building front. , 1st story

    Jun 27, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective marble saddle at vestibule door , 1st story

    Jun 24, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in wash basin's drain pipe in the kitchen located at apt 2s, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 24, 2023 · Apt 2S

    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
  • 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 2, 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.

    Feb 15, 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 15, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the mold at ceramic tiles at all walls in the bathroom located at apt 2s, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 16, 2021 · Apt 2S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Jul 16, 2021 · Apt 2S

    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 1, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling (1 sq ft. ) in the bathroom located at apt 2s, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west original violation 14055189 issued 31-mar-21 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Mar 31, 2021 · Apt 2S

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    Provide a lock and key to the entrance door of dwelling unit and, if a cl a multiple dwelling, also chain guard in the entrance located at apt 2s, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 31, 2021 · Apt 2S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Refit door in the entrance located at apt 2s, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 31, 2021 · Apt 2S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures at hot water fixtures in the bathroom located at apt 2s, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 31, 2021 · Apt 2S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in wasteline at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 2s, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 31, 2021 · Apt 2S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in wasteline at sink in the kitchen located at apt 2s, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 31, 2021 · Apt 2S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective mortise lock set and assembly in the entrance located at apt 2s, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 31, 2021 · Apt 2S

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling (1 sq ft. ) in the bathroom located at apt 2s, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 31, 2021 · Apt 2S

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Mar 31, 2021 · Apt 2S

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 22

  • 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 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 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 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 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 11, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 11, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report

    Mar 3, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Feb 26, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Feb 26, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report

    Mar 1, 2013

    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

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Electric signs none

    Es-electric signs none

    Jun 1, 1992

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 10

  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts. failure to comply w/an order of the commissioner. in october 18,2016, march 29,2017, october 18 2017. three electrical violations was issued to the respondent. the respondent failed to comply

    Jun 7, 2017 · Penalty $6,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts.failure to comply with an order of the commissioner.in oct 18,2016.two electrical violations was issue to the respondent.the respondent failed to comply with (nyc) electrical code.#27-3018(b),220

    Mar 29, 2017 · Penalty $6,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Unapproved,unsafe,unsuitable,electrical equipment,apparatus,materials,devices,appliances or wiring in use. the entire basement: open defective wiring are in use,(armored)cables are not properly supported,armore

    Oct 18, 2016 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Electrical work w/o a permit. the entire bldg: bsmt 200amp plp feeder,sub feeders,sub panels,branch circuits wiring,220 receptacles outlets heating units. not on file. please note this violation was already iss

    Oct 18, 2016 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Sec. 220.40 general: the(calculated)load of a feeder on servive shall not be less than the sum of the loads on the branch circuits supplied: basement: service ent service switche are under sizes. due to additio

    Oct 18, 2016 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Unapproved/unsafe/unsuitable electrical equipment,apparatus,materials,devices,appliances or wiring in use. open (jb) unapproved splicing of wires throughout basement. unpermited installation of heater through

    Feb 23, 2016 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    General: conductors shall have sufficient capacity to carry the current for the load as calculated in accordance with article 220 and shall have adequate mechanical strength. bsmt service switch & service entra

    Nov 22, 2013 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Electrical work w/o a permit. the entire building: sub feeding,sub panels, branch circuit wiring, base board heaters. not a final inspectionrmdy: obtain permit.

    Nov 22, 2013 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg. defects noted: missing cinder blocks & out of plumb blocks (cinder) at base of metal chimney, defective metal doors/ doors not closing securely) & missing mortar & blocks from walls.

    Jan 8, 2007 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg.defect is:the decorative metal ornice is defective deteriorating with two approx 6"x18" each,10'-0" above the sidewalk.location:east wall.remedy:repair or replace defective metal cornic

    Oct 17, 1995 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 4N

    Open
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 4N

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 16, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Sep 3, 2026 · Apt 4S

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roof door/hatch

    Sep 3, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Sep 3, 2026 · Apt 4S

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 3, 2026 · Apt 4S

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jun 9, 2026 · Apt 2S

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jun 9, 2026 · Apt 2S

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jun 2, 2026 · Apt 2S

    Close
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  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    May 21, 2026 · Apt 2S

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 7, 2026 · Apt 4S

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 6, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 5, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 4, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Sep 27, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Sep 27, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 26, 2025 · Apt 2S

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jul 11, 2025 · Apt 2S

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Apr 2, 2025 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 31, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 31, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 31, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 30, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 30, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 17, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 18, 2024 · Apt 2S

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Apr 10, 2024 · Apt 3N

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 10, 2024 · Apt 3N

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 19, 2024 · Apt 2S

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Oct 7, 2023 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Sep 25, 2023 · Apt 2S

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Sep 12, 2023 · Apt 2S

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jul 7, 2023 · Apt APT2S

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jul 2, 2023 · Apt GROUND

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jun 30, 2023 · Apt 2S

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 21, 2023 · Apt 2S

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jun 20, 2023 · Apt 2S

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jun 20, 2023 · Apt 2S

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jan 14, 2023 · Apt 5THFLO

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 22, 2022 · Apt 2S

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Dec 2, 2022 · Apt GROUND

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Sep 25, 2022 · Apt 5N

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jul 30, 2022 · Apt 4N

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    May 23, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jul 11, 2021 · Apt 2S

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jul 11, 2021 · Apt 2S

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 11, 2021 · Apt 2S

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Jul 11, 2021 · Apt 2S

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 29, 2021 · 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 (C7)
Year built
1890
Floors
5
Residential units
8
Building area
9,375 ft²
Lot area
2,491 ft²
Zoning
C2-7A
Community board
107
Council district
6
Block / lot
1231 / 33
Assessed value
$1,951,650
Landmark / historic district
Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District

HPD registration #104961, last renewed Nov 19, 2025.

Questions about 488 Amsterdam Avenue

Who owns 488 Amsterdam Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 488 Amsterdam Realty LLC.

Does 488 Amsterdam Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 313 housing violations at this property.

Is 488 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 488 Amsterdam Avenue built?

City records list 1890 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 488 Amsterdam Avenue?

It has 8 residential units and 10 units in total.

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