257 West 86 Street
Manhattan, NY 10024BBL 1-01234-0007Map
Owner of record: 257 West 86th St Tenants Corp
257 West 86 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1907 in Manhattan, 10024. It has 32 residential units across 7 floors. The owner of record is 257 West 86th St Tenants Corp. HPD has recorded 6 housing violations here, most recently on June 22, 2001. 6 of the 6 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 6
- DOB violations
- 25
- ECB violations
- 19
- HPD complaints
- 11
What to know
No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 6
- ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls, ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 22, 2001 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of concealed water leak at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 5, 2001 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and walls in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 5, 2001 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 3rd story, apartment at north
Nov 29, 2000 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of dampness penetrating walls & ceiling 1 sty rear southwest bathroom.
Mar 15, 1990
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls & ceilings 1 sty rear southwest community bathroom.
Mar 5, 1990
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 25
- No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required
Failed to file fisp cycle 8a technical report by 02/21/2017
May 31, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 10, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 10, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 25, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 25, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required
Failed to file fisp cycle 7a technical report by 02/21/2012
Jan 31, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 23, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 23, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 27, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 27, 2011
Dob violation - resolved
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- Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 22, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 22, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 17, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 17, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 12, 2004
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p8687
Nov 1, 2002
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p8686
Oct 25, 2001
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p8687
Oct 25, 2001
Dob violation - resolved - Facade facade optional
Ll10/80-local law 10/80 - facade facade optional
May 23, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Mar 10, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 16, 1999
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Jan 20, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p8686
Jan 13, 1999
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p8687
Jan 13, 1999
Dob violation - resolved - Facade facade optional
Ll1080-local law 10/80 - facade facade optional
Jul 1, 1992
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 19
- Class - 1
At time of inspection approx. at 2:45pm observed under active construction. including electrical work without permit, exposed electrical wiring, approx. 8 hanging ceiling lighting fixtures, and approx. 7 expose
Jul 28, 2026 · Penalty $2,530
Active - Class - 2
Failure to submit acceptable 8th round report of critical examination documenting condition of exterior walls and appurtenances required by 28-302.4 for control #803899. rem: submit required technical report.
May 18, 2018 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain exterior facade-south elev exp1 general note: a/c missing brackets, exterior window finish defective stone cornice-12 flbands eroded grount at joints. 11 flr chipped sill white wire 7 to 8 f
May 9, 2018
Resolve - Class - 1
Erected or installed supported scaffold 40 feet or higher without a permit. supported scaffold approx 100ft erected. no permit; obtain permit; allowed to remove supported scaffold; call/fax for reinspection.
Dec 6, 2011 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Non-hazardous
55d06 55- provide drain system over hoist machine in equipment room. (drain pipe over machine).
Nov 12, 2004 · Penalty $180
Active - Non-hazardous
31q07-74m07. 31-q-07 cover all elec boxes in shaft 74-m-07 provide & secure done cover for service car.
Oct 15, 2002
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to file an amended round five report acceptable to this department pursuant to rule r.c.n.y. 32-03b(5),indicating correction of hazardous conditions described in initial ll10/80 report.remedy:file an am
Dec 22, 2000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
2209,49u16,49u16,48u16,73m12. 22- install approved type top exit co year (emg) 48- reshackle drum cwt cables 48- reshackle car ccwt cables and tag device 73- cover elect. box top of car
Dec 8, 1999
Resolve - Non-hazardous
18m12,33q02. replace lock covers on basement 1st and 13th floor interlocks 33- properly cleaned overhead deflections
Dec 8, 1999
Resolve - Non-hazardous
50y,50o,22d,18m,33l,74d,33d. repair all damaged hole in overhead, replace interlock on top floor, clean oil under brake house, secure overhead door, property secure run cable guard that run the elevator.
May 3, 1999
Resolve
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- Non-hazardous
Work without a permit noted:-metal chimney exhaust flue connections gas fireplace chimney to adjoining building #2373 broadway. chimney leading to highest level above #2373 broadway illegal & improperly ins
Aug 27, 1997
Resolve - Hazardous
Chimney exhaust no as per building code improper construction. noted:-metal chimney exhaust improper connecting gas fire chimney #a line to adjoining building #2373 broadway. approx size 2'x10" to 5"-& 18'0 lo
Aug 27, 1997
Resolve - Non-hazardous
49r reshackle hoist cables.
Jun 22, 1996
Resolve - Non-hazardous
49r reshackle hoist cables
Jun 22, 1996
Resolve - Non-hazardous
33c. 33 access door to defector sheaves and gov nailed shut.remedy:install hinges + handle to provide access.
May 18, 1996
Resolve - Non-hazardous
03d,03m,28l,33i,63l,49l,75t. 03d panels 03m capacity plate. 33i sky- light walls
Mar 21, 1994 · Penalty $200
Resolve - Hazardous
01x,02m,10x,11q,15i,15l,18d,18q,22m,30r,30i,33r,35o,37l,40l,41h,46l,49l,50y,50y. 30r all water pipes, non pertinent wiring bathroom and or kitchen exhaust fair. 33r same as item 30r. 40h cable. 30i walls.
Mar 21, 1994 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Hazardous
52l,62k,73o,75t. 52disassemble 62k sheet metal cease use untill items 01x,10x,22m and 52l are complied. before returning to service, call 312-8730 for reinspection.
Mar 21, 1994
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit work noted having installed a kitchenette at apartment 10c without first obtaining permits new sink new gas line no mechanical ventilation provided remedy obtain permits and approvals
Mar 22, 1993
Resolve
Complaints
- Water leak
Slow leak
Dec 12, 2016 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 11, 2012 · Apt 9D
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 1, 2006 · Apt 3D
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Dec 1, 2006 · Apt 3D
Close - Nonconst
Janitor/super
Dec 1, 2006 · Apt 3D
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Oct 17, 2005 · Apt 3D
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Oct 17, 2005 · Apt 3D
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 17, 2005 · Apt 3D
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 16, 2005 · Apt 3D
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Oct 16, 2005 · Apt 3D
Close
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- Heating
Heat related
Nov 14, 2003 · Apt 2C
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 29, 2026 | $3,625,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Feb 9, 2026 | $4,228,750 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Nov 20, 2025 | Non-market transfer | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D4)
- Year built
- 1907
- Floors
- 7
- Residential units
- 32
- Building area
- 67,142 ft²
- Lot area
- 7,550 ft²
- Zoning
- R10A
- Community board
- 107
- Council district
- 6
- Block / lot
- 1234 / 7
- Assessed value
- $5,960,700
- Landmark / historic district
- Riverside-West End Historic District Extension I
HPD registration #103762, last renewed Sep 26, 2025.
Questions about 257 West 86 Street
Who owns 257 West 86 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 257 West 86th St Tenants Corp.
Does 257 West 86 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 6 housing violations at this property.
Is 257 West 86 Street 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 257 West 86 Street built?
City records list 1907 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 257 West 86 Street?
It has 32 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.