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131 East 85 Street

Manhattan, NY 10028BBL 1-01514-0016Map

Owner of record: Sammy Group L.l.c.

131 East 85 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1985 in Manhattan, 10028. It has 23 residential units across 7 floors. The owner of record is Sammy Group L.l.c.. HPD has recorded 600 housing violations here, most recently on September 26, 2026. 33 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 4 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
600
DOB violations
42
ECB violations
84
HPD complaints
731

What to know

Concern
9 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Sep 26, 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 17% of the building's 23 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 · 600

  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 4se, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 26, 2026 · Apt 4SE

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 3rd room from north located at apt 4se, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 26, 2026 · Apt 4SE

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 6w, 6th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 6W

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective . caulking at bathtub and ceramic tiled floor in the bathroom located at apt 6w, 6th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 6W

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling and all walls in the entire apartment located at apt 3s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 3S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass pane at upper sash window in the kitchen located at apt 3s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 3S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective couter balances at fire escape window in the 5th room from north at west located at apt 3s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 3S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective upper sash wood window frame in the 1st room from north located at apt 3s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 3S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective shut off valve at radiator in the 1st room from north located at apt 3s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 3S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 3S

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
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  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 5th room from north at west located at apt 3s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 3S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 3S

    Open — Violation will be reinspected
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 3S

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system at basement at boiler room

    Sep 10, 2026

    Open — Violation will be reinspected
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and south wall in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 6w, 6th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 6W

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective sloping wood floor in the private hallway located at apt 6w, 6th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 6W

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood sub floor at public hall, 4th story

    Sep 10, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 square feet at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 4se, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 20, 2026 · Apt 4SE

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4se, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 20, 2026 · Apt 4SE

    Open — Violation will be reinspected
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4se, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 20, 2026 · Apt 4SE

    Open — Violation will be reinspected
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3se, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jul 17, 2026 · Apt 3SE

    Open — Violation will be reinspected
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3se, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jul 17, 2026 · Apt 3SE

    Open — Violation will be reinspected
  • 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

    Jul 17, 2026

    Open — Violation will be reinspected
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling. in the bathroom located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 28, 2025 · Apt 5W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 28, 2025 · Apt 5W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sqft at east wall. in the bathroom located at apt 4se, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south original violation 18257850 issued 27-sep-25 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Sep 27, 2025 · Apt 4SE

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sqft at east wall. in the bathroom located at apt 4se, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 27, 2025 · Apt 4SE

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood window frame in the kitchen located at apt 3s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 10, 2025 · Apt 3S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective counter balance at lower window sash in the kitchen located at apt 3s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 10, 2025 · Apt 3S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Refit lower window sash in the kitchen located at apt 3s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 10, 2025 · Apt 3S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking around the bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 4s1, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jul 25, 2025 · Apt 4S1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical light fixture at ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 25, 2025 · Apt 5W

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4se, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 20, 2025 · Apt 4SE

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4se, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 20, 2025 · Apt 4SE

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 4th room from north located at apt 5se, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 16, 2025 · Apt 5SE

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Refit door in the entrance in the bathroom located at apt 5se, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 16, 2025 · Apt 5SE

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Refit door in the entrance in the 4th room from north located at apt 5se, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 16, 2025 · Apt 5SE

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    § 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 subdivision of unit 5n into two class a apartments creating 5n and 5w. located at apt 5n, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 11, 2025 · Apt 5N

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    § 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 subdivision of unit 7s into two class a apartments creating 7s1 and 7s2. located at apt 7s, 7th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 11, 2025 · Apt 7S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the north wall at public hall stairs, 7th story

    Jul 9, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective intercom system at west wall in the kitchenette located at apt 4se, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 9, 2025 · Apt 4SE

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor by radiator in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 7s1, 7th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 9, 2025 · Apt 7S1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of l-brackets installed at fire escape window preventing it from fully opening in the 4th room from north located at apt 7e, 7th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 9, 2025 · Apt 7E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color west wall by intercom panel in the foyer located at apt 7e, 7th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 9, 2025 · Apt 7E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit closet door in the foyer located at apt 7e, 7th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 9, 2025 · Apt 7E

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical outlet at north wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 9, 2025 · Apt 5W

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide peep hole at door in the entrance located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 9, 2025 · Apt 5W

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective coutner weight at lower window sash in the kitchen located at apt 3s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 9, 2025 · Apt 3S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the south wall in the bathroom located at apt 5n, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 9, 2025 · Apt 5N

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor by radiator in the kitchen located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 9, 2025 · Apt 5W

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 42

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Dec 11, 2024

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Dec 11, 2024

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    May 15, 2024

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Mar 6, 2024

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Failure to post energy grade/score none

    Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3

    Dec 1, 2022

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    The dob hereby orders you to stop all work under job # m00486050 - except to make site safe - due to special inspector alberto roman, pe, surrendered all filing privileges

    Aug 24, 2022

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    The dob hereby orders you to stop all work under job # m00486050 - except to make site safe - due to special inspector alberto roman, pe, surrendered all filing privileges

    Aug 24, 2022

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 14, 2020

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Immediate emergency anythingoptional

    Install approximately 105linear feet sidewalk shed along lexington ave and approximately 38linear feet sidewalk shed along east 85th street

    Jan 30, 2020

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    May 31, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Facade safety program facade required

    Fisp-facade safety program facade required

    Feb 14, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Facade safety program facade required

    Fisp-facade safety program facade required

    Feb 14, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst

    Nov 14, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 6, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jun 15, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Oct 21, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Sep 9, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 10, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2012 cat 1 insp/tst

    May 30, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 26, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 23, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 16, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Facade facade optional

    Cycle 7 unsafe report filed

    Feb 17, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 12, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 8, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 22, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 22, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Facade facade optional

    Ll1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional

    Nov 30, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Facade facade required

    L1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade required

    Jun 25, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 12, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Nov 19, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 11, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 29, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p7980

    Mar 27, 2003

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p7980

    Jan 17, 2002

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jan 5, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Facade facade optional

    Ll10/80-local law 10/80 - facade facade optional

    May 16, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 15, 1992

    Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed
  • Facade facade optional

    Ll1080-local law 10/80 - facade facade optional

    Jul 1, 1992

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Facade facade optional

    Ll1080-local law 10/80 - facade facade optional

    Jul 1, 1992

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 84

  • Class - 1

    At time of inspection, conditions consistent with class 1 violation #39150979y issued 6/13/2025 observed for occupancy without a valid certificate of occupancy. c of o #1047931-0000001 issued 12/19/2014 expired

    May 19, 2026 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection, observed building occupancy is contrary to what's listed in latest c of o #101293921, which states only bank lounge and commercial offices is allowed. seen the second floor is being occup

    Feb 6, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Cease use items: (1)door zone restrictor inoperative. effect repair. (2) all floor stops are not level in both directions which can cause a tripping hazard. effect repair. remedy: restore to service immediately

    Jan 9, 2026 · Penalty $1,280

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    1) the only elevator in section of building or building is out-of-service. restore to service immediately and notify nyc dob that the device has been returned to service by calling 212-393-2520 and email eir@bu

    Jan 6, 2026 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Class 2 item: car was out of service upon arrival. proved to lock out tag out this device.

    Dec 19, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Class1. the door zone restrictor is inoperative. replace bracket. the fuse bypass on controller. replace fuse. class2. the device of level on 1, 2, 4, 6 floors. adjust floor levels. the machine brake needs to b

    Oct 30, 2025 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    R t s ,. elevator in building out of service . up on inspection the device is found to be out of service, repair and restore to service immediately ..re inspection required

    Oct 7, 2025 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    : failure to maintain buildi g nin code compliant manner. service elevator equipment as per bc3001.2 & 27-987. upon inspection, the device is found to be out of service, creating a hazardous condition per 1rcny

    Sep 17, 2025 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    (cease use has not been lifted). failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. service elevator equipment as per bc3001.2 & 27-987. upon inspection, the device is found to be out of service, creating a

    Aug 22, 2025 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Class 1 rts:failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. service elevator equipment as per bc3001.2 & 27-987. upon inspection,the only device in the building is found to be out of service for a month

    Jul 25, 2025 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
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  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c of o and department of buildings records. illegal subdivision of unit 7s into two class "a" apartments creating 7s1 and 7s2. located at apt 7s 7th story. 1st apartment fr

    Jul 11, 2025 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c of o and department of buildings records. illegal subdivision of unit 5n into two class "a" apartments creating 5n and 5w. located at apt 5n, 5th story 1st apartment from

    Jul 11, 2025 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    At time of inspection observed no emergency lighting/exit signs located at 2nd through 7th floors., repair and/or replace lighting

    Jul 9, 2025 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    At time of inspection i observed cumbustable materials, (card broad boxes, ac units, desks and maitainance supplies etc.) being stored in electrical meter room and electrical mechanical room located at cellar l

    Jul 9, 2025 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Cease use item: door zone restrictor inoperative. this is a safety feature which ensures passenger safety. remedy: to restore service, email the d.o.b. [email protected]. elevator division at for a reinspec

    Jun 25, 2025 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Building or open lot occupied without a valid certificate of occupancy. i observed the building was occupied without a valid c of o. certificate of occupancy #1047931-0000001 issued 12/19/2024, expired 03/19/20

    Jun 13, 2025 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Unlicensed agency performingservice on passenger cars. the owner shall have a maintenance contract with an approved agency to perform elevator repair work and maintenance. remedy: provide a written contract wit

    Sep 17, 2024

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    No code data plate. (date of installation). main drive sheave needs tobe re-grooved. hoist motor bearing noisy. provide contact information for access.

    Sep 17, 2024 · Penalty $1,562

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Provide an updated mcp and log information. provide a guard for top of car light. clean entire pit area.

    Sep 10, 2024

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Class 1 restore to service. rcny11-02 elevator and escalator violations constituting a condition dangerous to human life and safety. (a) dangerous conditions. any of the following elevator and escalator violati

    Aug 27, 2024 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Class 1: upon inspection found device to be out of service. this presents a safety hazzard to special needs residents & first responders. restore to service repair immediately as per 1rcny 11-02. when serrvice

    Jun 5, 2024 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Cease use item. door zone restrictor has been tampered with/ disabled and rendered inoperative. this is a safety device to ensure elevator passengers' safety. repair restrictor and contact nycdob at eir@buildin

    Mar 25, 2024 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to thatallowed by the certificate of occupancy or building dept. record.ýobserved building consist of following apartments¨ on the 7 th floor-apt. 751, apt. 752, apt. 7e, apt. 7n, apt. 7w on

    Mar 12, 2024 · Penalty $6,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary. final co #123372527 indicates premises as 23 apts. noted: at time of inspection observed 26 labeled apts and 26 mailboxes labeled to correspond with apts., discontinue illegal occupancy or a

    Dec 27, 2023 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Illegal occupancy with 3 or more additional dwelling units. final co #123372527 indicates 23 apts. 7th fl as 4 class "a" apts. noted at 7th fl observed 5 class "a" apts. add'l apts located on the 4th and 5th fl

    Dec 27, 2023 · Penalty $15,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Illegal occupancy with 3 or more additional dwelling units. final co #123372527 indicates 4th fl as 5 class "a" apts. noted: at 4th fl observed 6 class "a" apts. add'l apts located on the 5th and 7th fl., resto

    Dec 27, 2023 · Penalty $15,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Illegal occupancy with 3 or more additional dwelling units. final co #123372527 indicates 23 apts. 5th fl as 4 class "a" apts. noted at 5th fl observed 5 class "a" apts. add'l apts located on the 4th and 7th fl

    Dec 27, 2023 · Penalty $15,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    At the time of inspection i observed in apartment 7n & 7w new electrical work new branch wiring outlets switches fixtures boxes panel box and with breakers no application filed with d.o.b. at the time of inspec

    Jun 13, 2023 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    At the time of inspection i observed defective fixtures throughout apartment 6w, comply with ec

    Jun 13, 2023 · Penalty $800

    Active
  • Class - 1

    C/u;5x10,44h8,8v1,40d6,15m7:c/u 5-inoperative door restrictor must repair immediately this is a safety device that ensures passenger safety/44-worn traction sheave regroove/c/u 8-car floor to landing sill not l

    Apr 26, 2023 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    I observed in basement area gas meter room being used as storage for different items is prohibited as per fgc appendix e.3.3 i also observed in boiler room no ventilation for heating equipment which is prohibit

    Apr 19, 2023 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    97-x-17.entire devide inoperative.upon inspection the only device in building is found to be out of service on a seventh story building creating hazardous condition as per 1rcny 11-02.remedy:restore device to

    Mar 29, 2023 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Class 1: cease use: 8.j.1 car floor to landing sill not level. adjust car to level at every floor stop. (cu) 5.j.1 car door gate misaligned door does not fully close leaving gap. adjust door to close correctly

    Dec 23, 2022 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Dlm defective. repair, re inspection required. , communication defective repair, car door sill and hoist way door sill not in level, adjust.

    Nov 21, 2022 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Unapproved unsafe unsuitable electrical equipment devices apparatus appliances materials or wiring in use exposed electrical wiring in 1fl hallway &on roof defective fixture in apt6w bathrm comply w/ec code

    Jun 8, 2022 · Penalty $4,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Ec210.12b failure to provide cover faceplate lampholders luminaire canopy for electrical outlet splice box covers missing thruout bsmt comply w/ec code

    Jun 8, 2022 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Electrical work w/o permit observed@8am 1fire alarm disconnect switch installed in bsmt also exit lights hall lights&apt6s outlets,switches&fixtures no app on file for electrical work in bsmt obtain permit

    Jun 8, 2022 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Hoist machine brake maintenance tag expired. provide. maintenance log missing provide. elevator not reach to 7th floor repair. communication defective repair.

    Jun 8, 2022 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work w/out a permit.at time of inspection of above premises observed through public corridor electrical work w/out a permit.electrical workconsists of new lights,exposed electrical wires.as per dept records no

    Mar 24, 2022 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Remain of sidewalk shed and other types of safety measures without department apporval.noted: at the time of inspection the building facadeswere still designated as unsafe. the amended report (tr6) required

    Mar 5, 2019 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain exterior bldg facade & appurtenances. roof level, observed debris/tools/nails that are loose on roof floor. east elevation exp#1 observed missing fire escape landing grill. rem: maintain ext

    Jun 14, 2018 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to take & provide safety measures/sidewalk shed, netting etc where required to protect & secure public safety from documented unsafe facade as per 1rcny 103-04. facade technical report fisp3 notificatio

    Mar 8, 2017 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file acceptable amended report indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial local law 11/98 report. agg2 history of noncompliance on 36027499m,36006577x. remedy: file acceptable

    Nov 7, 2016 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    334,15,50a:34-need to install boiler rm door for boiler rm.50a-need to clean boiler rm of all debris.

    Mar 22, 2016 · Penalty $1,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain sidewalk shed as required by code.noted:at time of insp.sidewalk shed erected undr job#140159245 along exp.1 and exp.2 is poorly maintained in that it is missing the red light used to locate

    Jan 6, 2016

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    08j01,40s04,02b07. 08j01-elevator doesn't level incorrectly at floors,adjust; 40s04-2"hole in motor room wall, pitch; 02b07-made many attempts to reach same person outside come only answering machine put on hol

    Dec 22, 2015 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.defects noted:the bldg is currently occupied @ fls 3 through 7 w/fire ecsape drop ladder @ northeast section of bldg bent & missing,rungs creating a hazard cond

    Jul 28, 2015 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. defects noted: the bldg is currently occupied at floors 3 through 7 w/fire escape drop ladder at north/east section of bldg bent & missing rungs creating a

    Jun 18, 2015 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to safeguard public & property affected by construction operations. noted: work in progress at cellar,1st & 2nd fl including weldingsteel members at 2nd fl w/bldg currently occupied at 3rd,4th,5th,6th &

    Jun 18, 2015 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Filed a certificate containing a material false statement. noted: sec 26 regarding occupancy of bldg is indicated as'no'. pw1 forms also indicate bldg is an unoccupied bldg. job #121349558 apt #7e occupied.

    Jun 18, 2015 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Sep 23, 2026 · Apt 5SE

    Open
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 4SE

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 6W

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 6W

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 7E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 3S

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 3S

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 3S

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 3S

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 5, 2026 · Apt 5SE

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 5, 2026 · Apt 5SE

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Sep 1, 2026 · Apt 4SE

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jul 27, 2026 · Apt 4SE

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jul 13, 2026 · Apt 4SE

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 7, 2026 · Apt 3SE

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 26, 2026 · Apt 3NE

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 17, 2026 · Apt 5SE

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    May 1, 2026 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 2, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 27, 2026 · Apt 5SE

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 27, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 13, 2026 · Apt 4SE

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 18, 2026 · Apt 74

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 18, 2026 · Apt 74

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 18, 2026 · Apt 74

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jan 18, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jan 18, 2026 · Apt 74

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 16, 2026 · Apt 4SE

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Dec 17, 2025 · Apt 6SE

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Dec 17, 2025 · Apt 6SE

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roof door/hatch

    Dec 17, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Dec 17, 2025 · Apt 6SE

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Dec 17, 2025 · Apt 6W

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 17, 2025 · Apt 6W

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Dec 2, 2025 · Apt 4SE

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 28, 2025 · Apt 4SE

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 11, 2025 · Apt 4S1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 11, 2025 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 11, 2025 · Apt 4SE

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Oct 29, 2025 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 24, 2025 · Apt 7E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 23, 2025 · Apt 4S1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 23, 2025 · Apt 4SE

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Oct 23, 2025 · Apt 4SE

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 16, 2025 · Apt 4SE

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Oct 9, 2025 · Apt 4SE

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 28, 2025 · Apt 4SE

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Sep 28, 2025 · Apt 4SE

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Sep 28, 2025 · Apt 4SE

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 24, 2025 · Apt 4SE

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Elevator apartment building (D7)
Year built
1985
Floors
7
Residential units
23
Building area
27,935 ft²
Lot area
3,750 ft²
Zoning
C5-1A
Community board
108
Council district
4
Block / lot
1514 / 16
Assessed value
$5,503,050
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #103005, last renewed Mar 30, 2026.

Questions about 131 East 85 Street

Who owns 131 East 85 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Sammy Group L.l.c..

Does 131 East 85 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 600 housing violations at this property.

Is 131 East 85 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 4 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 17% of its 23 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 131 East 85 Street built?

City records list 1985 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 131 East 85 Street?

It has 23 residential units and 26 units in total.

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