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
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 · 15
- ANon-hazardous
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 - IInformation / order
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
§ 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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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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- BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 23, 2026 | Non-market transfer | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Jun 15, 2026 | Non-market transfer | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| May 12, 2026 | $470,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Apr 29, 2026 | Non-market transfer | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Apr 9, 2026 | $425,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Mar 4, 2026 | $1,395,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Feb 27, 2026 | $640,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Feb 25, 2026 | $665,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Feb 11, 2026 | $750,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Jan 22, 2026 | $430,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Oct 15, 2025 | $2,225,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Oct 7, 2025 | Non-market transfer | Coops - 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.