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161 East 96 Street

Manhattan, NY 10128BBL 1-01624-0025Map

Owner of record: Encore Manhattan 168, LLC

161 East 96 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Manhattan, 10128. It has 22 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Encore Manhattan 168, LLC. HPD has recorded 90 housing violations here, most recently on June 1, 2026. City tax records listed 19 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
90
DOB violations
7
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
113

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Jun 1, 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
19
About 86% of the building's 22 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 · 90

  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at bulkhead

    Jun 1, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of a key operated lock installed at door to room with fire escape window in the 4th room from east located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 14, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door to garbage disposal room at west wall at public hall, 1st story

    May 14, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening a locking device installed at bulkhead door, preventing re-entry from roof back to building

    May 14, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at bulkhead door to roof

    May 14, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at door in the entrance located at apt 4b, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 14, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at door in the entrance located at apt 5c, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 14, 2026 · Apt 5C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at door in the entrance located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 14, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door in the entrance located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    May 14, 2026 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    Jul 19, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing kick down door stopper at vestibule at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 28, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Jun 28, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... in the entrance located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 27, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 27, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at north wall apprx 4 square feet in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Apr 27, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at north wall apprx 4 square feet in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north original violation 13039883 issued 27-apr-19 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Apr 27, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak ... ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Mar 26, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak ... north wall in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Mar 26, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 2; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Mar 26, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the bathroom , the 3rd room from north, the private hallway , the kitchen located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Mar 26, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit upper and lower window sashes in the kitchen located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Dec 11, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Dec 11, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Dec 11, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit upper and lower window sashes in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Dec 11, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors ... in the entrance located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Dec 11, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Dec 11, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at north wall approximately 15 sq ft in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Dec 11, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Dec 11, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 improper sign at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 10, 2018

    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 paper sign present at public hall, 1st story

    May 7, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking around sink.counter top in the kitchen located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 7, 2018 · Apt 1A

    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 incorrect frame. at public hall, 1st story

    May 7, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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

    May 7, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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

    May 7, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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

    May 7, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 7, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 7, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color west wall. in the kitchen located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 7, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles. in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 7, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Aug 11, 2017 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Aug 11, 2017 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance at lower window sash in the 1st room from north located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 11, 2017 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance at lower window sash in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 11, 2017 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation heat riser in the kitchen located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 11, 2017 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 11, 2017 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 11, 2017 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 11, 2017 · Apt 1A

    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 1, 2015

    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.

    Feb 2, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective mortor mix deteriorating at window sill and lintel at 2nd and 3rd story at front of building

    Jul 2, 2010

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 7

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 27, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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

    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
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 2

  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in nov#35161295l issued on 10/30/15 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1,28-204.4 and 1rcny 102-01.rem:comply with the commis

    Jun 28, 2016 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintian building wall(s) or appurtenances.noted:front facade right corner (east) with step cracking present seperation.decorative horizontal stone molding at 4th floor which is chipped & partially m

    Oct 30, 2015 · Penalty $500

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Mar 11, 2026 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jun 18, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jan 10, 2025 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Nov 25, 2024 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jan 9, 2023 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Mar 20, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Mar 20, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 20, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 20, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Close
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  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Mar 5, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Mar 5, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Mar 5, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Dec 3, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Dec 3, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Dec 3, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 3, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 3, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Dec 3, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Dec 3, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Dec 3, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    May 4, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 4, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    May 4, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 4, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    May 4, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    May 4, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    May 4, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 4, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    May 4, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 4, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 4, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    May 4, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    May 4, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 7, 2017 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Aug 7, 2017 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 7, 2017 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Aug 7, 2017 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Aug 7, 2017 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 7, 2017 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 7, 2017 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 7, 2017 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Jul 16, 2016 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 22, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 22, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 22, 2015 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Sep 1, 2013 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Sep 1, 2013 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 1, 2013 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 1, 2013 · Apt 1C

    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 (C1)
Year built
1920
Floors
5
Residential units
22
Building area
9,160 ft²
Lot area
2,523 ft²
Zoning
R10A
Community board
111
Council district
8
Block / lot
1624 / 25
Assessed value
$925,200
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #102754, last renewed Jul 30, 2026.

Questions about 161 East 96 Street

Who owns 161 East 96 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Encore Manhattan 168, LLC.

Does 161 East 96 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 90 housing violations at this property.

Is 161 East 96 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 19 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 86% of its 22 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 161 East 96 Street built?

City records list 1920 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 161 East 96 Street?

It has 22 residential units.

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