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985 2 Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10022BBL 1-01326-0021Map

Owner of record: 251 E 52 Associates L P

985 2 Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Manhattan, 10022. It has 16 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 251 E 52 Associates L P. HPD has recorded 56 housing violations here, most recently on September 5, 2026. 20 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 2 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2022.

HPD violations
56
DOB violations
18
ECB violations
7
HPD complaints
115

What to know

Concern
5 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Sep 5, 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 2022
2
About 13% of the building's 16 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 · 56

  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at the building front entrance door , 1st story, section ''253e52ndst''

    Sep 5, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    § 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder at the first dropladder from west at north at fire escape

    Sep 5, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    § 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a stop at top of guide rods so as to prevent removal of dropladder at the first dropladder from west at north at fire escape

    Sep 5, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Fire escape defective. properly secure the third run from bottom up at the 1st dropladder from west at north at fire escape

    Sep 5, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice regarding rent stabilization law, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a conspicuous location within the common area at the buildings entrance. for more information about signage requirements, please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/required-signage.page

    Sep 5, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective heavy duty lock and latchset at the building front entrance door , 1st story, section ''253e52ndst''

    Sep 5, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at vestbule door. , 1st story

    Oct 29, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat from an approved central heating system, or an approved system of gas or electrical heating in good operating condition for the dwelling unit in the entire apartment located at apt 4c, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 29, 2025 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2b, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Oct 29, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2b, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Oct 29, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective bell buzzer intercom system from the building entrance door to the panel at north wall in the foyer located at apt 2b, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Oct 29, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 4c, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 29, 2025 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Oct 5, 2025

    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 frame missing

    Feb 12, 2024

    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

    Feb 12, 2024

    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.

    Feb 12, 2024

    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.

    Feb 12, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jan 15, 2024 · Apt 3B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jan 15, 2024 · Apt 3B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door and frame at bulkhead to the roof , 5th story

    Sep 27, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Refit door at bulkhead to the roof , 5th story

    Sep 27, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at bulkhead door to roof

    May 7, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective metal cornice - parapet wall at roof; at building front

    May 7, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Refit window sashes in the entire apartment located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 20, 2021 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective ceiling light fixture in the kitchen located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 20, 2021 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 20, 2021 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective connection at washbasin waste line in the bathroom located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 20, 2021 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace with new the broken or defective upper window sash interior glass pane at public hall stairs, 1st story

    Apr 20, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 4d, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 6, 2019 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 4d, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 6, 2019 · Apt 4D

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

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 4d, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 6, 2019 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling (approximately 10 sq.ft) in the kitchen located at apt 4d, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 6, 2019 · Apt 4D

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

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective .... in the entrance located at apt 4d, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 6, 2019 · Apt 4D

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

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 4d, 4th story

    Aug 26, 2019 · Apt 4D

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

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 4d, 4th story

    Aug 26, 2019 · Apt 4D

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

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective .... in the entrance located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 26, 2019 · Apt 4D

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • 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 5, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) throughout the public areas in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12.

    Nov 1, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall , 5th story

    Sep 6, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department public hall ceiling , 5th story

    Sep 6, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the roof

    Sep 6, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of black vent pipe layed approx 1 foot above roof, trip and fall hazard

    Sep 6, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace with new the broken or defective 1st marble slab up from lobby. , 1st story

    Sep 6, 2017

    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 . frame missing , 1st story

    Sep 6, 2017

    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

    Sep 6, 2017

    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 . no sign posted , 1st story

    Sep 6, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective apartment door mortise lock assembly located at apt 4a, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 6, 2017 · Apt 4A

    Open — False certification
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes air conditioner at front fire escape 4th story

    Aug 30, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes air conditioner at 5th story front fire escape

    Aug 30, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 18

  • Construction other optional

    The borough commissioner has issued a swo for app# 122390714 due to special inspector withdrawal. percentage of work can not be determine due to no access into building.

    Aug 13, 2021

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Borough commissioner has issued a swo for app #140389229 due to special inspector withdrawal. percentage of work can not be determine due to no access into building.

    Aug 13, 2021

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jul 6, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jan 5, 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 1, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    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 6, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • 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
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Sep 9, 2003

    Dob violation - active
  • 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

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 1, 1994

    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 23, 1992

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active

ECB violations · 7

  • Class - 2

    I observed installation of illuminated sign "rosa mexicana" with an approximate dimensions of (l10'xw6"xh12") without an electrical permit on file., obtain permit; obtain electrical permit

    Sep 16, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    I observed installation of new devices, panels and feeders in new restaurant and the apartments without an electrical permit on file. apps app m01004343 (m0360937, m327945, m376221) doesn't cover all work done.

    Sep 16, 2026 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o a permit. work noted: 2nd fl apt #1b & 1c having removed partial wall between 2 apts & bathrms fl to expose fl beams. also electric, waste water lines moved w/o 1st obtaining permits & approvals.

    Mar 21, 2007 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Operation of a place of assembly on front and rear of first floor and including rear of cellar without a place of assembly permit.having an obstructed egress corridor in rear of cellar.remedy:cease operation as

    Sep 9, 2003 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Operation of a place of assembly contrary to that cofo when the current cofo does not allow the operation of a p.a. for bar resturant(opal).remedy:discontinue illegal occupancy & assembly obtain a new cofo &

    Aug 20, 2003

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Operation of a place of assembly without a current permit. noted a drinking establishment is doing business as "the opal lounge on the first floor of said premises without a current valid p.s permit. space

    Apr 27, 2000 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain brick facade over window on the southwest corner of the building at the 3rd story,(police barricades have been placed as tempory protection to pedestrians).remedy:make immediate repair to

    Sep 23, 1992

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 25, 2026 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jul 27, 2026 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jul 27, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 3, 2026 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jan 8, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 17, 2025 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 15, 2025 · Apt BUILDI

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Nov 15, 2025 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 15, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 28, 2025 · Apt 4C

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    Oct 15, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Oct 15, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Oct 13, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Oct 13, 2025 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 13, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Sep 30, 2025 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Sep 30, 2025 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Sep 24, 2025 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Aug 4, 2025 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jul 7, 2025 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jul 7, 2025 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jun 30, 2025 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 4, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Sep 26, 2024 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Sep 26, 2024 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 8, 2024 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 7, 2024 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 11, 2024 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 14, 2024 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jan 14, 2024 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 13, 2024 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 13, 2024 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 4, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 4, 2024 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jan 2, 2024 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Jan 2, 2024 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 2, 2024 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Oct 31, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Sep 26, 2023 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Sep 26, 2023 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jul 29, 2023 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 23, 2022 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 22, 2022 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 15, 2022 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 6, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Apr 9, 2021 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Apr 9, 2021 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Apr 9, 2021 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Apr 9, 2021 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 9, 2021 · Apt 4B

    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
1920
Floors
5
Residential units
16
Building area
12,018 ft²
Lot area
2,510 ft²
Zoning
C1-9
Community board
106
Council district
4
Block / lot
1326 / 21
Assessed value
$2,603,250
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #103952, last renewed Sep 13, 2025.

Questions about 985 2 Avenue

Who owns 985 2 Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 251 E 52 Associates L P.

Does 985 2 Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 56 housing violations at this property.

Is 985 2 Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 2 rent-stabilized units here in 2022 (about 13% of its 16 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 985 2 Avenue built?

City records list 1920 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 985 2 Avenue?

It has 16 residential units and 17 units in total.

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