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
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
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 90
- CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at bulkhead
Jun 1, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at bulkhead door to roof
May 14, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - 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
Jul 19, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - 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 improper sign at public hall, 1st story
Jun 10, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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 paper sign present at public hall, 1st story
May 7, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
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 - 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 incorrect frame. at public hall, 1st story
May 7, 2018
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
May 7, 2018
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
May 7, 2018
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
May 7, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - 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 - 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.
Feb 2, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
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
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.