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20 West 120 Street

Manhattan, NY 10027BBL 1-01718-0144Map

Owner of record: Great Hill Equities INC.

20 West 120 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1887 in Manhattan, 10027. It has 5 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Great Hill Equities INC.. HPD has recorded 29 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026.

HPD violations
29
DOB violations
12
ECB violations
9
HPD complaints
20

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Apr 29, 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

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 · 29

  • 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 29, 2026

    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.

    Nov 2, 2022

    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 25, 2019

    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 3, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective mortise locking assembly at door in the entrance located at apt bsmt, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 1, 2009 · Apt BSMT

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling in the 1st room from north located at bsmt-apt bsmt, 1st bsmt-apt from east at south

    Apr 1, 2009 · Apt BSMT

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt bsmt, 1st bsmt-apt from east at south

    Apr 1, 2009 · Apt BSMT

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation cornice roof bldg front.

    Jul 18, 1999

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint to the satisfaction of this department the exterior window frames and sashes all stys bldg front.

    Jul 18, 1999

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective glass broken transom at bldg entrance door.

    Jul 18, 1999

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective side jambs at bldg entrance door.

    Jul 18, 1999

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures kitchen and bathroom 1 sty rear west apt 2 a2252. located at apt 2

    Jan 21, 1993 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing missing lock front entrance door to bldg.

    Jan 21, 1993

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of no electricity provided thru out entire bldg.

    Jan 21, 1993

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-31.09 adm code provide under completed permit sanitary facilities for each 6 persons or remainder thereof for class b rooms by installing a bathtub or shower & 2 washbasins.

    Sep 12, 1988

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    D26-41.15 adm code post a sign on wall of entrance story identifying owner and managing agent.

    Sep 12, 1988

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls & ceilings 3rd sty public hall at front.

    Sep 12, 1988

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls & ceilings 2nd sty public hall bathroom.

    Sep 12, 1988

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls & ceilings 2nd sty public hall bathroom.

    Sep 12, 1988

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective marble saddle 2nd sty public hall bathroom.

    Sep 12, 1988

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    D26-12.03 adm code paint to the satisfaction of this department the exterior window frames and sashes at front all windows all stys.

    Sep 12, 1988

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling 3rd sty public hall.

    Sep 12, 1988

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling 2nd sty public hall bathroom.

    Sep 12, 1988

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plaster walls scuttle compartment to roof.

    Sep 12, 1988

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plaster walls skylight bulkhead over 3 sty watercloset.

    Sep 12, 1988

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective wall tile 2nd sty public hall bathroom.

    Sep 12, 1988

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls 4 sty front east b room 8 & kitchenette.

    Aug 11, 1977

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective ent door & frame 4 sty rear east b room 11.

    Aug 11, 1977

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls & clg 4 sty rear east b room 11.

    Aug 11, 1977

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 12

  • Emergency none

    Egncy-emergency none

    Jun 17, 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

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • 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

ECB violations · 9

  • Class - 3

    Sdwlk shed w/o a valid oermit.noted:erected sdwlk shed appr 20'ft longinfront of bldg facing w 120st has permit#120088056 expired on 01-27-10.rem:renew permit.

    May 2, 2010

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Work does not conform to approved plans job #104708719. use of trim joists at roof level. remedy: amend plans or conform to plans.

    Apr 21, 2010

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work does not conform to approved construction documents and/or approved amendments noted at cellar and first floors ceiling suspended from joist no fire rated material installed at joist ceiling between suspen

    Jan 28, 2010

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain exterior walls or appurtenances.defects noted:brownstone cracked deteriorated,spalling & in danger to collapse throughout & front facade.remedy:repair and/or replace defects provide protecti

    Jun 16, 2009 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Work does not conform to approved construction documents and/or approved amendments. noted: upon reviewing construction documents it was observed that no tenant safety noted were present on the approved plans.

    Apr 20, 2009 · Penalty $100

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building wall(s) or appurtenances. at the front exposure (north) from the 1st to roof. the masonry facade elements aredelaminating thru out & in danger of dislodging onto tenets,sidewalk &

    Apr 20, 2009 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to safeguard all persons and prop affected by const operationsat the 2nd fl rear extension roof workers were observed thru out debris into their trash shoot w.o guard rail protection at the roof. stop a

    Apr 20, 2009 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. in the basementoccupied apt exposed wires are present at the front entrance way. remedy: repair defective wiring.

    Apr 20, 2009 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg walls and or appurtenances. noted: at front (north) exp the facade brownstone elements are (de-lamwating) at various location throughout from 1st flr to 3rd flr and in danger of family

    Jan 9, 2009

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 21, 2015 · Apt 3G

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 1, 2015 · Apt 2H

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 24, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 23, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 1, 2012 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Nov 10, 2011 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 17, 2009 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 17, 2009 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 17, 2009 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Apr 14, 2009 · Apt 1

    Close
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  • Electric

    Wiring

    Apr 14, 2009 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 14, 2009 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Mar 30, 2009 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Mar 30, 2009 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Mar 30, 2009 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 13, 2008 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 13, 2008 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 13, 2008 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Dec 9, 2006 · Apt 2H

    Close
  • Appliance

    Sprinker cert

    Jul 26, 2004

    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 (C2)
Year built
1887
Floors
3
Residential units
5
Building area
5,500 ft²
Lot area
2,100 ft²
Zoning
R7-2
Community board
110
Council district
9
Block / lot
1718 / 144
Assessed value
$441,900
Landmark / historic district
Mount Morris Park Historic District

HPD registration #110665, last renewed Aug 23, 2025.

Questions about 20 West 120 Street

Who owns 20 West 120 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Great Hill Equities INC..

Does 20 West 120 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 29 housing violations at this property.

Is 20 West 120 Street 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 20 West 120 Street built?

City records list 1887 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 20 West 120 Street?

It has 5 residential units.

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