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420 East 72 Street

Manhattan, NY 10021BBL 1-01466-0037Map

Owner of record: 420 East 72nd St Tenants Corp

420 East 72 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1962 in Manhattan, 10021. It has 191 residential units across 19 floors. The owner of record is 420 East 72nd St Tenants Corp. HPD has recorded 15 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 9 of the 15 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
15
DOB violations
51
ECB violations
17
HPD complaints
30

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Apr 29, 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 · 15

  • 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

    Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper.

    Jun 13, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Jun 13, 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 at mailroom

    Jun 13, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Jun 13, 2025

    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 missing at mailroom

    Jun 13, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 15 sq ft at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 10e, 10th story, 4th apartment from east at south

    Feb 28, 2024 · Apt 10E

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

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and east wall in the bathroom located at apt 10e, 10th story, 4th apartment from east at south

    Feb 28, 2024 · Apt 10E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the south wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt 10e, 10th story, 4th apartment from east at south

    Feb 28, 2024 · Apt 10E

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective mechanical vent at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 10e, 10th story, 4th apartment from east at south

    Feb 28, 2024 · Apt 10E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing hook and latch at west firedoor (double) leading to service elevator at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 28, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1g, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 13, 2012 · Apt 1G

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Oct 13, 2012 · Apt 1G

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Section 300, 301, 302, m/d law file plans and obtain a certificate of occupancy to legalize the following alteration or restore premises to prior legal condition class a apts converted to doctors office 1 sty west apt 1a & 1b.

    Nov 30, 1998

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 51

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    May 15, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    The dept of bldgs orders that you stop all work under permits issued in connection w/application m00837698. this intent to revoke the approval/permit issued for work at the premises in connection w/the application referenced above. as of 11/03/23 the dept has not received sufficient info to demonstrate that approval/permit should not be

    Mar 18, 2024

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    May 3, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 13, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 13, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 7, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 7, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 7, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 9, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 9, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 9, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Plumbing none

    Full stop work order issued - right to entry denied; no access to inspect appl #140277910 in apt 7j remedy: provide access to dob personnel

    Jun 23, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 15, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 15, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 15, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 29, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 29, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 29, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 2, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 2, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 2, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 3, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 2, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 2, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 20, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 18, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 3, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 3, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 18, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 21, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 21, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 21, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 30, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 30, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 30, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 2, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p25709

    Apr 12, 2001

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p25710

    Apr 12, 2001

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p25711

    Apr 12, 2001

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p25709

    Oct 22, 1999

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p25710

    Oct 22, 1999

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p25711

    Oct 22, 1999

    Dob violation - resolved
  • 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, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 18, 1988

    Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 17

  • Class - 1

    In response to an incident where a debri bag slip from rope knot on scaffold and hit a worker down below injured his shoulder ambulance was called , upon request for copy of his site safety orientation to verif

    Mar 12, 2024 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    At time of inspection in response to an incident that happen on 03-11-2024 where a debri bag slip from rope knot on scaffold and hit a worker down below injured his shoulder on19th floor ambulance was called an

    Mar 12, 2024 · Penalty $5,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    I observed inadaquate work/storage zone protection. adjacent to the sidewalk at expos #1. i observed construction material such as large stone pavers ; stacked pallets;& container stored in the street, access

    Jul 15, 2023 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to provide,maintain sufficient access,work space about electrical equipment. observed on the 8th fl electrical closet: obstruction to over current protection devices(fuse box)by a wall. electrical panel

    Apr 7, 2017 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Sec. 3314.4.1. upon completion of the installation of the scaffold, aninspection report verifying that the scaffold has been installed in accordance w/the design drawings. noted: no sign-off letter on site to

    Feb 17, 2012

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work does not conform to approved construction documents. noted: contrary to approved drawings for tie ins for supported scaffold, 1/2" bolts are to be embedded in face of bldg 4", at time of inspection found

    Feb 17, 2012

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Erected dismantled,repaired,maintained,modified or removed supported scaffolding w/o a scaffolding certificate of completion. noted: at the 19th fl setback elevation 1,north end of building 2 workers were

    Oct 3, 2011 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work does not conform to approved construction documents &/or approved amendments &/or approved amendments noted: scaffolding erecting at 19th floor setbacks has not been secured to building as per scaffolding

    Oct 3, 2011 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to safeguard all persons & property affected by construction operations - noted: at 19th fl northend( ) 2 ( ) all replacing bricks(pointed)( ) egress.ingress is dangerous. approx 16'

    Oct 3, 2011 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts.failure to comply w. an order of the commissioner.noted:material hoist removed from exposure#2 when stop work order existed.remedy:comply w/ commissioners order.

    Sep 11, 2010

    Resolve
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  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit note:material hoist installed on exposure #2 without a permit (c-d5)remedy:obtain permit

    Apr 8, 2010

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Inadequate safety measures operation of hoisting equipment in unsafe manner note:inadeqaute counter weights on material hoist also no tie back safety cable attached to hoist. remedy:discontinue use

    Apr 8, 2010 · Penalty $4,800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    57o02/ 09m12/ 74m12/ 55x11/ 74o02/ 02b11/ 74x11/ 39o02/ 09m12 missing one gib replace gib 74m12 replace to guard 74o02 clean top of car 02b11 alarm not audive repair as needed 74x11 repair top of car li

    Mar 12, 2002

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    22d,29#-counterweight run by

    Nov 19, 1997

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    22d,29#,74h 29-counterweight run by replace car saddle

    Nov 19, 1997

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Alterd building occupied without a valid c. of o 10th floor apt 10 f&g amend c. of o. requried for open alteration application #849of1985 remedy; obtain a valid c. of o.

    Jan 31, 1996 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to file a report of compliance with local law 16/84 certifying to the installation of required fire protection systems. remedy: file report.

    Oct 26, 1987 · Penalty $150

    Resolve

Complaints

  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jun 8, 2024 · Apt 9K

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Feb 27, 2024 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 27, 2024 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Feb 27, 2024 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 19, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 13, 2023 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jun 26, 2023 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jan 21, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 30, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    Aug 5, 2019 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Aug 5, 2019 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 27, 2019 · Apt 11J

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 10, 2018 · Apt 20F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 14, 2017 · Apt 20F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 8, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 2, 2016 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 19, 2014 · Apt 20E

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 22, 2013 · Apt 11J

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 11, 2012 · Apt 1G

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 11, 2012 · Apt 1G

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 24, 2012 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 30, 2011 · Apt 11J

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 17, 2011 · Apt 11J

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 25, 2011 · Apt 11J

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 20, 2011 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 10, 2010 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 7, 2009 · Apt 20F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 13, 2009 · Apt 20F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    May 18, 2009 · Apt 18D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    May 16, 2009 · Apt 18D

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Jul 23, 2026Non-market transferCoops - elevator apartments—
Jun 15, 2026Non-market transferCoops - elevator apartments—
May 12, 2026$470,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Apr 29, 2026Non-market transferCoops - elevator apartments—
Apr 9, 2026$425,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Mar 4, 2026$1,395,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Feb 27, 2026$640,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Feb 25, 2026$665,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Feb 11, 2026$750,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Jan 22, 2026$430,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Oct 15, 2025$2,225,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Oct 7, 2025Non-market transferCoops - elevator apartments—

Building details

Building type
Elevator apartment building (D4)
Year built
1962
Floors
19
Residential units
191
Building area
238,180 ft²
Lot area
20,433 ft²
Zoning
R10A
Community board
108
Council district
5
Block / lot
1466 / 37
Assessed value
$30,122,550
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #138369, last renewed Jan 2, 2026.

Questions about 420 East 72 Street

Who owns 420 East 72 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 420 East 72nd St Tenants Corp.

Does 420 East 72 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 15 housing violations at this property.

Is 420 East 72 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 420 East 72 Street built?

City records list 1962 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 420 East 72 Street?

It has 191 residential units and 194 units in total.

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