1661 1 Avenue
Manhattan, NY 10028BBL 1-01549-0028Map
Owner of record: 1661 First Ave LLC
1661 1 Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1920 in Manhattan, 10028. It has 6 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 1661 First Ave LLC. HPD has recorded 66 housing violations here, most recently on September 17, 2020. 7 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 2 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 66
- DOB violations
- 4
- ECB violations
- 12
- HPD complaints
- 50
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
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.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 66
- BHazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of ...exposed electrical wires east wall, yard at building rear , 1st story
Sep 17, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods ....rear fire escape at building rear
Sep 17, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing guide fork, fire escape drop ladder at building rear
Sep 17, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint ...all stories, balconies and components, fire escape at building rear
Sep 17, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide metal screen below sky light at bulkhead
Sep 17, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor at public hall, 4th story
Jan 7, 2020
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and all walls at public hall, 4th story
Jan 7, 2020
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak throughout ceiling at public hall, 4th story
Jan 7, 2020
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling and all walls at public hall, 4th story
Jan 7, 2020
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of trash cans under stairs at public hall, 1st story
Jan 7, 2020
Closed — Violation closed
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- CImmediately hazardous
Properly secure the loose 1st wood tread from bottom up at public hall stairs, 1st story
Jan 7, 2020
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt 4n, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 7, 2020 · Apt 4N
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak throughout ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4n, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 7, 2020 · Apt 4N
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak throughout ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 4n, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 7, 2020 · Apt 4N
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 4n, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 7, 2020 · Apt 4N
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
§ 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration pierced roof creating skylight in the 20th room from east located at apt 4n, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 7, 2020 · Apt 4N
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 20th room from east located at apt 4n, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 7, 2020 · Apt 4N
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 1st room from east located at apt 4n, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 7, 2020 · Apt 4N
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak throughout ceiling in the 1st room from east located at apt 4n, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 7, 2020 · Apt 4N
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling and all walls at public hall, 4th story
Aug 8, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and all walls at public hall, 4th story
Aug 8, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak throughout ceiling at public hall, 4th story
Aug 8, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling and all walls at public hall, 3rd story
Aug 8, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak throughout ceiling at public hall, 3rd story
Aug 8, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and all walls at public hall, 3rd story
Aug 8, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective mail box lock (apt 4n) at public hall, 1st story
Jul 29, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 4n, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 29, 2019 · Apt 4N
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 4n, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 29, 2019 · Apt 4N
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective intercom system box at south wall in the kitchen located at apt 4n, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 29, 2019 · Apt 4N
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling at public hall, 4th story
Jul 29, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance at upper window sash at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 4n, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 29, 2019 · Apt 4N
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance at lower window sash at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 4n, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 29, 2019 · Apt 4N
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at south and east walls in the bathroom located at apt 4n, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 29, 2019 · Apt 4N
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story
Jul 24, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - 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 at public hall, 1st story
Jul 24, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - 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. at public hall, 1st story
Jul 24, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - 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. at public hall, 1st story
Jul 24, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system near mailbox at public hall, 1st story
Jul 24, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective brick and mortar joint at window sill at 2nd window from south at 3rd sty building front
Jul 22, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective brick and mortar joint at window sill at 2nd window from south at 4th sty building front
Jul 22, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective metal cornice at roof at building front
Jul 22, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - 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 5, 2018
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 24, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective electric voice panel at north wall in the foyer located at apt 4n, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Mar 8, 2016 · Apt 4N
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 4s, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 5, 2015 · Apt 4S
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system boiler room door locked. at boiler room
Nov 5, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 100 watts minimum required
Jul 25, 2012
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of provide electric supply in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 5, 2009 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide temporary seal entrance door in the entrance located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 5, 2009 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of seal four windows in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 5, 2009 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 4
- Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Aug 28, 2000
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 16, 1999
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1993
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 12
- Class - 2
No certificate of correction on file for class 1 failure-to-maintain violation #35656135r issued 8/31/2023 for loose mortar at 3rd floor window and dislodged metal parapet cornice at exposure 1; no violating co
May 14, 2026 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
No access. no certificate of correction on file for violation #35656139y issued on 9/20/2023 for failure to provide unobstructed egress passageway at interior of commercial space where rooms and improper doorwa
May 14, 2026 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Upon insp. observed at exp.#1/front, a framed-on structure business accessory sign (gray w. green letters) installed on the facade. sign has elec. lines for lighting & measuring approx. 12ft.(w)x4ft.(h)x2ft.(d)
May 29, 2024 · Penalty $620
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. i observed obstructedexit/egress passageway within the interior of the commercial space in the building. very small openings into other rooms in the store. into
Sep 20, 2023 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner i observed hazardous condition at the exterior parapet wall, at exposure one-facing 1st ave, the bottom rim of the cornice disconnected or dislodge, and may
Aug 31, 2023 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Permanent dwelling used/converted for other than permanent-residentialpurposes dob's records indicate bldg to be legally approved as a class'a'multiple dwelling now apt 4s(4th fl)used/converted to transient use
Dec 31, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner,lack of system of automatic sprinkler where is required as per bc 903.2 & 27-954 for transient use at apt#4s(4th fl). remedy: discontinue illegal occupancy.
Dec 31, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. lack of required # of means of egress for every floor per bc 1018.1(2008 code;27-366;bc 1021.1(2014 code)for transient use at apt 4s(4th fl). remedy: disc ille
Dec 31, 2018 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Sec. 907.2.8 failure to provide fire alarm system for transient use at apt#4s(4th fl). remedy: discontinue illegal occupancy.
Dec 31, 2018 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit.work noted:installed drywall to interior walls thruout without a permit.living rm and front room.location:4fl apt 4n rear in above building.rem:obtain permit from dob.
Aug 28, 2000
Resolve
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- Non-hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by building department records. noted: resturant/cafe has installed eating area in rear yard illegallyremedy: obtain permits and approvals for use of rear yard if feasible
Sep 12, 1991
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit: work noted seat & stand installed at rear of yard in sand bar at first floor. remedy: obtain permits
May 30, 1991
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 18, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Safety
Sprinkler
Jul 23, 2019 · Apt 4N
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Jul 23, 2019 · Apt 4N
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Jul 23, 2019 · Apt 4N
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 23, 2019 · Apt 4N
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Jul 23, 2019 · Apt 4N
Close - Electric
Lighting
Jul 23, 2019 · Apt 4N
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Jul 23, 2019 · Apt 4N
Close - General
Mailbox
Jul 23, 2019 · Apt 4N
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Jul 23, 2019 · Apt 4N
Close
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- Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 23, 2019 · Apt 4N
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Jul 23, 2019 · Apt 4N
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Jul 23, 2019 · Apt 4N
Close - Electric
Lighting
Jul 23, 2019 · Apt 4N
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 18, 2019 · Apt 4N
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 15, 2019 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 12, 2017 · Apt 3N
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 6, 2016 · Apt 4N
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Nov 5, 2015 · Apt 4N
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 5, 2015 · Apt 4N
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 2, 2015 · Apt 4S
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 2, 2015 · Apt 4F
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 29, 2015 · Apt 4S
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 6, 2015 · Apt 4S
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Sep 21, 2015 · Apt 4S
Close - General
Doors
Oct 30, 2009 · Apt 3
Close - General
Windows
Oct 30, 2009 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Oct 30, 2009 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Oct 30, 2009 · Apt 3
Close - Electric
Wiring
Oct 30, 2009 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 30, 2009 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 9, 2009 · Apt 3N
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Oct 9, 2009 · Apt 3N
Close - General
Windows
Oct 9, 2009 · Apt 3N
Close - Electric
Wiring
Oct 9, 2009 · Apt 3N
Close - General
Doors
Sep 19, 2006 · Apt 4S
Close - General
Stairs
Sep 19, 2006 · Apt 4S
Close - Nonconst
Smoke detector
Sep 19, 2006 · Apt 4S
Close - Nonconst
Rubbish
Sep 19, 2006 · Apt 4S
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Sep 19, 2006 · Apt 4S
Close - General
Windows
Aug 16, 2006 · Apt 4N
Close - General
Cabinet
Aug 16, 2006 · Apt 4N
Close - Plumbing
Shower-stall
Aug 16, 2006 · Apt 4N
Close - General
Windows
Aug 16, 2006 · Apt 4N
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Aug 16, 2006 · Apt 4N
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Aug 15, 2006 · Apt 4S
Close - Construction
Roof
Aug 15, 2006 · Apt 4S
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 15, 2006 · Apt 4S
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Aug 15, 2006 · Apt 4S
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Aug 15, 2006 · Apt 4S
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Mixed residential and retail building (S9)
- Year built
- 1920
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 6
- Building area
- 6,100 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,862 ft²
- Zoning
- C2-8A
- Community board
- 108
- Council district
- 5
- Block / lot
- 1549 / 28
- Assessed value
- $1,708,200
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #114712, last renewed Sep 5, 2025.
Questions about 1661 1 Avenue
Who owns 1661 1 Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 1661 First Ave LLC.
Does 1661 1 Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 66 housing violations at this property.
Is 1661 1 Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 2 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 33% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 1661 1 Avenue built?
City records list 1920 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 1661 1 Avenue?
It has 6 residential units and 8 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.