1596 3 Avenue
Manhattan, NY 10128BBL 1-01518-0037Map
Owner of record: R.s.f. Realty, LLC
1596 3 Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10128. It has 16 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is R.s.f. Realty, LLC. HPD has recorded 27 housing violations here, most recently on May 15, 2026. 2 of the 27 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 9 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 27
- DOB violations
- 5
- ECB violations
- 8
- HPD complaints
- 57
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 27
- BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at north, east, south walls and ceiling at vestibule , 1st story
May 15, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at north, east, south walls and ceiling at vestibule , 1st story
May 15, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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 - BHazardous
Provide stove knob safety covers or permanent stove safety knobs with integrated locking mechanisms for the gas stove top in the kitchen located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 31, 2024 · Apt 2B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective ( improperly installed ) in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 31, 2024 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective ( improperly installed ) in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 31, 2024 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing upper and lower escutcheon plate at north riser in the bathroom located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 31, 2024 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the foyer located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 31, 2024 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 31, 2024 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective painted sprinkler head in the kitchen located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 31, 2024 · Apt 2B
Open — Nov sent out
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- BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective mechanical air ventilation on west wall in the bathroom located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 25, 2023 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Mar 15, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Feb 15, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat from an approved central heating system, or an approved system of gas or electrical heating in good operating condition for the dwelling unit in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Nov 16, 2017 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the entire apartment located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 26, 2017 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story
Sep 26, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - 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 public hall, 1st story
Sep 26, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 26, 2017 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 26, 2017 · Apt 4A
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.
Oct 1, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at lobby, 1st story
Jun 19, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 15, 2015 · Apt 5D
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 15, 2015 · Apt 5D
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at celler at boiler room
Jan 15, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures , in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Oct 3, 2012 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
D26-10.01 adm code refit 5th story public hall bulkhead door to roof.
Mar 6, 1979
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes air conditioner rear fire escape 5th sty balcony.
Mar 6, 1979
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 5
- Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 9, 2007
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 10, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed - Electric signs none
Es-electric signs none
Jul 6, 1992
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 8
- Class - 2
Atoi, observed a deck area installed in backyard with a collapsible tent cover that has been installed without a valid permit on file with dob records., obtain all permits; obtain valid permit for deck installa
Jul 27, 2026 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Atoi, observed backyard of commercial space being used as a dog run and pet relief area, there were approximately 4-8 dogs being rotated to the backyard area to relieve themselves and run around outside contrar
Jul 27, 2026 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 1
Noted: rear yard, exp 3, not allowed to use the rear yard in conjunction with the 1st floor commercial space (dog house club) along with no "letter of no objection" on file for usage as set up and arranged.., d
Oct 21, 2025 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 2
Concrete slab approx 120 sqft with setup for drains, peremiter fence installed largw tent anchored to slab no permits on file, obtain all permits; obtain permits
Oct 6, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. heavy duty brown tarps used to create tent like structure in rear yard of building approx 20'-0 wide x 30'-0" length. noted heavy duty tarps positioned below dro
Mar 19, 2024 · Penalty $312
Resolve - Class - 2
Zoning non conforming. noted: first floor store occupied as dog receiving facilities with dog run in rear yard. per zr 32-15 section 6b & tppn 11/93 - all activities must be conducted within a completely enclos
Jun 8, 2022
Resolve - Class - 2
Zoning non conforming. noted: first floor store occupied as dog receiving facilities with dog run in rear yard in c1-9 local retail district. zr allowing for dog receiving facilities in r6 district only; zr-mis
May 26, 2022
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain plumbing and or appurentances upon physical inspection found sprinkler system in commissioner establishment at 1st fl entrance capped off with no sprinkler coverage for front door remedy:
Dec 3, 2007
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Sep 15, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Open - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 2, 2026 · Apt 5B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 8, 2026 · Apt 5D
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 8, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 7, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 6, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 17, 2025 · Apt 4C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jan 25, 2024 · Apt 2B
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jan 25, 2024 · Apt 2B
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jan 25, 2024 · Apt 2B
Close
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- Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 25, 2024 · Apt 2B
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Jan 25, 2024 · Apt 2B
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Jan 25, 2024 · Apt 2B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Dec 4, 2023 · Apt 2B
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Dec 4, 2023 · Apt 2B
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 4, 2023 · Apt 2B
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 4, 2023 · Apt 2B
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Dec 4, 2023 · Apt 2B
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Dec 4, 2023 · Apt 2B
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Sep 16, 2023 · Apt 2B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 16, 2023 · Apt 2B
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Sep 16, 2023 · Apt 2B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 25, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 25, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 18, 2021 · Apt 2B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Oct 5, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 15, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Cooking gas
Dec 29, 2017 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 29, 2017 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 11, 2017 · Apt 2A
Close - General
Cooking gas
Sep 24, 2017 · Apt 4A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 30, 2015 · Apt 2D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jan 29, 2015 · Apt 5C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 10, 2015 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 9, 2015 · Apt 5D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 15, 2014 · Apt 5C
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 11, 2012 · Apt NA
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 11, 2012 · Apt NA
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Oct 8, 2012 · Apt 5D
Close - General
Locks
Oct 8, 2012 · Apt 5D
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 3, 2012 · Apt NA
Close - Nonconst
Rubbish
Oct 1, 2012 · Apt 3C
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 1, 2012 · Apt NA
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 1, 2012 · Apt NA
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 1, 2012 · Apt 3D
Close - Heating
Heat related
Aug 25, 2012 · Apt 5D
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Feb 3, 2012 · Apt 5D
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jan 9, 2012 · Apt 2D
Close - General
Floor
Jan 9, 2012 · Apt 2D
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Jan 9, 2012 · Apt 2D
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C7)
- Year built
- 1910
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 16
- Building area
- 7,028 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,600 ft²
- Zoning
- C1-9
- Community board
- 108
- Council district
- 5
- Block / lot
- 1518 / 37
- Assessed value
- $1,422,000
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #111431, last renewed Sep 24, 2025.
Questions about 1596 3 Avenue
Who owns 1596 3 Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is R.s.f. Realty, LLC.
Does 1596 3 Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 27 housing violations at this property.
Is 1596 3 Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 9 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 56% of its 16 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 1596 3 Avenue built?
City records list 1910 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 1596 3 Avenue?
It has 16 residential units and 18 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.