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1496 2 Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10075BBL 1-01452-0049Map

Owner of record: 1496 Second Avenue Realty, LLC

1496 2 Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10075. It has 8 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 1496 Second Avenue Realty, LLC. HPD has recorded 347 housing violations here, most recently on June 3, 2026. 41 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 4 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
347
DOB violations
13
ECB violations
21
HPD complaints
297

What to know

Concern
8 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Jun 3, 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
4
About 50% of the building's 8 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 · 347

  • C

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

    Jun 3, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 2nd story

    Jun 3, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) north wall, west wall in the 4th room from east located at apt 5s, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 15, 2026 · Apt 5S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) north wall, south wall, east wall in the private hallway located at apt 5s, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 15, 2026 · Apt 5S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 5s, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 15, 2026 · Apt 5S

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at west wall, ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 5s, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 15, 2026 · Apt 5S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 5s, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 15, 2026 · Apt 5S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 5s, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 15, 2026 · Apt 5S

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the foyer located at apt 5s, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 15, 2026 · Apt 5S

    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 5s, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 15, 2026 · Apt 5S

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • 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 5s, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 15, 2026 · Apt 5S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) north wall, south wall in the kitchen located at apt 5s, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 15, 2026 · Apt 5S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the east wall in the 4th room from east located at apt 5s, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 15, 2026 · Apt 5S

    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

    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.

    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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and all walls at public hall

    Apr 2, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling and all walls at public hall

    Apr 2, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling and all walls at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 2, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and all walls at public hall, 2nd story

    Apr 2, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling and all walls at public hall, 2nd story

    Apr 2, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and all walls at public hall, 3rd story

    Apr 2, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling and all walls at public hall, 3rd story

    Apr 2, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and all walls at public hall, 4th story

    Apr 2, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at all ceilings and all walls at public hall, 4th story

    Apr 2, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes at east the household items at 2nd story balcony . at fire escape, 2nd story

    Apr 2, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Apr 2, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Apr 2, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective north 1 window at lower sash rubber gasket around glass pane in the 2nd room from east located at apt 2n, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 2, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Apr 2, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and all walls at all at public hall stairs, 5th story

    Apr 2, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Apr 2, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective rubber stair treads 1,2,3,4 from bottom up at public hall stairs, 3rd story

    Apr 2, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Apr 2, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the kitchen , the 2nd room from east, the 3rd room from east located at apt 5s, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 27, 2025 · Apt 5S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of air conditioner unit installed at fire escape window in the kitchen located at apt 5s, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 27, 2025 · Apt 5S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperable in the entire apartment located at apt 5s, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 27, 2025 · Apt 5S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). inoperable in the entire apartment located at apt 5s, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 27, 2025 · Apt 5S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door at 1st public hall bulkhead from east

    Mar 21, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Mar 21, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Mar 21, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Dec 13, 2024

    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.

    Nov 15, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective rubber gasket seal at refrigerator lower door in the kitchen located at apt 5n, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 16, 2023 · Apt 5N

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

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

    Apr 27, 2023 · Apt 2N

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

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

    Apr 27, 2023 · Apt 2N

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at all walls, ceilings and trim at all floors throughout at public hall

    Apr 27, 2023

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the floors at all stories throughout at public hall

    Apr 27, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and all walls at public hall, 2nd story

    Apr 27, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling and south wall at public hall, 2nd story

    Apr 27, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 13

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Mar 9, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 13, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Oct 14, 2010

    Vpw*-violation unserved ecb-work without permit-dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jun 6, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jun 6, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jun 1, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jun 1, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Oct 23, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Oct 23, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    May 9, 1994

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    May 9, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 21

  • Class - 2

    Electrical work w/o a permit. for the installation of switches,outlets,light fixtures(octagon boxes made ready to accept light fixtures) among others,on an outside/sidewalk dining booth. remedy: obtain permit

    Oct 29, 2020 · Penalty $830

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Fail to correct conditions cited in nov 34879204n no fire stopping as per bc 712.3 27-345 ceiling between commercial rear & the multi familyspace has been compromised sections & fire proof material removed. rem

    Dec 15, 2010

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    28-104.7.1 bc1605.1 27-157 27-162 misc violation inadequate details on approved plans for repair of deteriorated brick & lintel structure along exp1 (2nd ave ) storefront facade noted work ongoing under alt2 pe

    Nov 1, 2010

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Fail to provide/post signs at job site pursuant to subsection. noted: work ongoing under alt 2 permit 120506880 no contractors sign with contractor/owner info posted at there street frontage of fenced demo/cons

    Nov 1, 2010 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Fail to maintain bldg in a code compliant manner no fire stopping as per bc 712.3;27-345 noted ceiling between first fl commercial space & multi family dwelling above has been compromised large sections of non

    Oct 14, 2010

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o a permit. having installed thru/ wall a/c condenser unit at 2nd fl public hallway. discharging hot exhaust/ air into interior of hallway. remedy: remove illegal a/c unit from public hallway.

    Feb 12, 2007 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Having installed "flex" type signage to the facade of a bldg w/o permits. signage wording: "molson" beer ad. remedy: remove illegal signage.

    Jun 28, 2006 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Having signage extending higher than 25 ft above curd level. "molson" beer ad signage flex sign. remedy: remove illegal signage.

    Jun 28, 2006 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Having prohibited advertising signage in a "c" district. "molson" beer ad on the flex sign. remedy: removed illegal signage.

    Jun 28, 2006 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Having signage on a corner lot within a 75 ft of a residential district. "molson" beer ad. remedy: remove illegal signage

    Jun 28, 2006 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
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  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg exterior. defect noted: an approx 24"x 24" square kitchen ventilation exhaust from eating & drinking establish- ment occupying 1st fl is not complete terminating only at 3rd fl short

    Aug 29, 2005 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Work without a permit. noted: rennovating/enlarging existing restaurant and opening two new doors on east 78 st approx 30" x 108" each door at 300 e 78 st (aka 1496-1498 2 ave) stop all work immediately. remedy

    Jun 23, 2004 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Having installed a sign w/out a permit remedy: remove illegal work/signage remedy: remove illegal work/signage

    Sep 23, 2002

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Having signage with a surface area greater than 3 times the street frontage of the zonning lot.

    Sep 23, 2002

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Having sinage extending higher than 25 ft. above curb level remedy: remove illegal work/signage

    Sep 23, 2002

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Having signage in violation of sign regulations for residence districtis located in the residential portion of a mixed building remedy: remove illegal work/signage

    Sep 23, 2002

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Having installed a sign without a permit. having installed an awning without a permit. having an illuminated sigh without a current permit. remedy: remove illegal work/ signage.

    Jun 6, 2002

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Having phohibited advertising signage. remeove illegal work/signage.

    Jun 6, 2002

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Having signage in violation of sign regulations ford residence districts locatated in the residential portion of a mixed building. remedy: remove illegal work/signage.

    Jun 6, 2002

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit: work noted: at 2 floor apartment "2s" interior partition renovated. interior demolition of apartment. stop all work. remedy: stop all work obtain all necessary permits and approvals from

    Apr 6, 1998 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. work noted: at 2 fl apt 2s interior partition removed. stop all work. remedy: stop all work. obtain all necessarypermits & approvals or restore to prior legal condition.

    Mar 31, 1998

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Electric

    Power outage

    Jun 6, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    May 8, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    May 8, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roof door/hatch

    May 8, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 8, 2026 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    May 8, 2026 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    May 8, 2026 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Radiator

    May 8, 2026 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Radiator

    May 8, 2026 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 21, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 14, 2025 · Apt 5N

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 14, 2025 · Apt 4S

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 9, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Stairs

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt BLDNG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt BLDNG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt BLDNG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt BLDNG

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roof door/hatch

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt BLDNG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt BLDNG

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 5N

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 5N

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 5N

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 5N

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 5N

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 5N

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt BLDNG

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • General

    Signage missing

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt BLDNG

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 2N

    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
1910
Floors
5
Residential units
8
Building area
8,581 ft²
Lot area
2,094 ft²
Zoning
C1-9
Community board
108
Council district
5
Block / lot
1452 / 49
Assessed value
$1,786,500
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #102198, last renewed Dec 11, 2025.

Questions about 1496 2 Avenue

Who owns 1496 2 Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 1496 Second Avenue Realty, LLC.

Does 1496 2 Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 347 housing violations at this property.

Is 1496 2 Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 4 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 50% of its 8 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 1496 2 Avenue built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 1496 2 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.