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1597 York Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10028BBL 1-01564-0024Map

Owner of record: 1597 York 2018 LLC

1597 York Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10028. It has 16 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 1597 York 2018 LLC. HPD has recorded 14 housing violations here, most recently on July 31, 2023. 3 of the 14 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
14
DOB violations
17
ECB violations
22
HPD complaints
29

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Jul 31, 2023

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 · 14

  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective fire door at west section at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 31, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective .. in the entrance located at apt 5, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 20, 2023 · Apt 5

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 5, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 20, 2023 · Apt 5

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective .. in the entrance located at apt 6, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 20, 2023 · Apt 6

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective bulkhead door (frame) leading to roof , 6th story

    Jul 13, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 public hall

    Jul 13, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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.

    Feb 16, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 2, 2021

    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.

    Oct 2, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    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 mailboxes 1 sty public hall.

    Aug 15, 1999

    Open — Not complied with
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  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures 3 sty southwest apt 5 kitchen and bathroom. located at apt 5

    Mar 10, 1999 · Apt 5

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system cellar door locked.

    Mar 10, 1999

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures kitchen & bathroom 2 sty southwest apt 6 , section '' ''

    Jan 19, 1997 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    § 231 m/d law provide legal second means of egress and file application for approval before doing the work 2 3 4 & 5 stys rear apts in that this bldg has been observed vacant party wall balconies rear south court 1595 york occupied.

    May 2, 1991

    Open — Not complied with

DOB building violations · 17

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection

    Sep 23, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Plumbing none

    The department of buildings intends to revoke all plumbing work under permit# 123529413 due to master plumber license revoked lmp# 2084 . stop all plumbing work under above mentioned permit and obtain a new master plumber to supersede the plumbing permit.

    Mar 20, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - 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

    Mar 18, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Dec 18, 1992

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Dec 18, 1992

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Dec 18, 1992

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Dec 18, 1992

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 16, 1992

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 16, 1992

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 18, 1990

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 22

  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by dob records.illegal occupancy noted:at first floor level occupied as unlicensed physical treatment establishment with 4 massage rooms.rem:discontinue illegal occupancy.

    Mar 18, 2024 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Illegal use in a residential district.unlicensed physical treatment establishment a prohibited use per zr 12-10 operating in a r10 zoning district doing business as sunshine health spa on the 1st floor with 4 m

    Mar 18, 2024 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Work without permit.note:at time of inspection observed at rear 2" x 6" wood aprox 25' ft in length 10 ft off ground bolted to facade.no permit on file for work.stop all work at rear facade.remedy:contact dob f

    Oct 20, 2021 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Work without a permit: noted in apt#2 full apartment renovation, drop ceiling with recessed light, using prohibited romex cable. plumbing work hot and cold water and new lead shower bed in bathroom. %75 work c

    Sep 14, 2018 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    36. no permits on records for roof installation of boiler.

    Dec 20, 1995 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall detects are 1-vertical & harizontal cracks in stucco at east west & south walls i varios locations at penthouse level 2-stucco removed surrounding south penthouse pat

    Apr 13, 1995 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Altered building occupied without a valid c of o. temporary c of o 105747 has expired as of 12/06/1994. obtain a valid c of o

    Mar 21, 1995

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain. covering for open windows from 2nd story to 5th story broken and defective. remedy: install glass for windows on covers.

    Aug 20, 1992 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain. sidewalk shed not adequately maintained. defectis section of wood parapet (approx 7' length x 4' height) over sidewalk shed is missing & defective at south/east side. remedy: repair & ma

    Apr 18, 1990 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain. failure to provide required means of egress fromevery floor. remedy: remove obtruction and illegal hardware forthwith.

    Dec 6, 1989 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
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  • Hazardous

    Failure to provide required means of egress from every floor. remedy: provide required egress.

    Dec 6, 1989 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. remedy: obtain a permit.

    Nov 16, 1989 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to provide approved plans @ premises @ trime of inspection for work @ cellar alteration 1297/86 remedy provide approved plans @ premises. failure to file 10f prior to start of controlled inspection

    Sep 13, 1989 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain hazardous cut & removed 5 floor joists @ 1 sty rear north & leaving subflooring in danger of collapsing fire damage in cellar. remedy provie temporary shoring & support & make all necessary

    Sep 13, 1989 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Side walk shed does not meet building code specifications defects is no lights under shed remedy comforms to building code specification provie lights under shed. failure to file 10f prior to start of controlle

    Sep 7, 1989 · Penalty $300

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to provide plans @ premises @ rime of inspection for alt #1297 /86 remedy provide plans @ premises

    Aug 17, 1989 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain cut removed 5 floors joists at 1st story rear north leaving sub-flooring in danger of collapsed. remedy: provide temporary shoring supports, make all repairs fothwith.

    Jan 9, 1989

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain. cut and removed 5 floor joists at 1st story rearnorth.

    Aug 31, 1988

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work does not conform to approved plans. remedy: stop all work over 5th story amend plans if feasible or remove non conforming work forthwith.

    Aug 25, 1988

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work does not conform to approved plans. remedy: file an amendment if feasible or conform to plans.

    Aug 19, 1988

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Pipe scaffold over the sidewalk shed not secured properly. remedy: remove above scaffold forthwith.

    Aug 19, 1988 · Penalty $100

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior scaffold supports at rear yard 5 story high scaffold. defect excavation under the scaffold, two legs supported on two planking. remedy: remove defective scaffold or provide adequa

    Jul 20, 1988 · Penalty $500

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 21, 2020 · Apt TOPFLO

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 20, 2020 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jun 18, 2020 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 25, 2005 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 7, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 23, 2005 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 19, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 9, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Feb 9, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 9, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
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  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 9, 2005 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Feb 9, 2005 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 9, 2005 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 4, 2005 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Carbon monoxide

    Dec 3, 2004 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Carbon monoxide

    Dec 3, 2004 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 4, 2003 · Apt BLDG.

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Nov 18, 2003 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Oct 28, 2003 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Aug 27, 2003 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Aug 27, 2003 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Aug 27, 2003 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Aug 27, 2003 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Aug 27, 2003 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 27, 2003 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Aug 27, 2003 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Aug 27, 2003 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Aug 27, 2003 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 27, 2003 · Apt 4

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C7)
Year built
1910
Floors
5
Residential units
16
Building area
8,290 ft²
Lot area
1,950 ft²
Zoning
R10
Community board
108
Council district
5
Block / lot
1564 / 24
Assessed value
$1,286,550
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #129265, last renewed Jul 23, 2025.

Questions about 1597 York Avenue

Who owns 1597 York Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 1597 York 2018 LLC.

Does 1597 York Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 14 housing violations at this property.

Is 1597 York Avenue 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 1597 York Avenue built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 1597 York 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.