42 West 120 Street
Manhattan, NY 10027BBL 1-01718-7501Map
Owner of record: Unavailable Owner
42 West 120 Street is a condominium built in 1902 in Manhattan, 10027. It has 28 residential units across 7 floors. The owner of record is Unavailable Owner. HPD has recorded 55 housing violations here, most recently on November 17, 2025. 11 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 1 rent-stabilized apartment here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 55
- DOB violations
- 10
- ECB violations
- 18
- HPD complaints
- 222
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
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 · 55
- 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.
Nov 17, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective adjust hinges on vestibule door at public hall, 1st story
Sep 29, 2022
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 9, 2022 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 9, 2022 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of free standing radiator in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 4, 2019 · Apt 3C
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of uncapped shut off valve in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 4, 2019 · Apt 3C
Open — Nov sent out - 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 10, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose formica counter top to the south wall in the kitchen located at apt 3c, 3rd story, apartment at west
Dec 8, 2017 · Apt 3C
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceilings and walls through-out in the entire apartment located at apt 3c, 3rd story, apartment at west
Dec 8, 2017 · Apt 3C
Closed — Violation closed
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- BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at the sink in the kitchen located at apt 3c, 3rd story, apartment at west
Dec 8, 2017 · Apt 3C
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective warped and buckling wood floor in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 3c, 3rd story, apartment at east
Dec 8, 2017 · Apt 3C
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 3c, 3rd story, apartment at west
Dec 8, 2017 · Apt 3C
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... on the ceiling in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 3c, 3rd story, apartment at west
Dec 8, 2017 · Apt 3C
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace the broken or defective radiator air valve to the heat riser in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 8, 2017 · Apt 3C
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.
Nov 9, 2017
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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
Dec 12, 2015
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box area at public hall, 1st story
Dec 12, 2015
Open — Not complied with - 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 for easy removal for inspector's signature at public hall, 1st story
Dec 12, 2015
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
Dec 12, 2015
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
Dec 12, 2015
Open — Not complied with - 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 sign missing at public hall, 1st story
Sep 4, 2015
Open — Not complied with - 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
Sep 4, 2015
Open — Not complied with - 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
Sep 4, 2015
Open — Not complied with - 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
Sep 4, 2015
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box sign missing at public hall, 1st story
Sep 4, 2015
Open — Not complied with - 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 lobby, 1st story
Sep 4, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing shower head fixture in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Sep 4, 2015 · Apt 5D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Sep 4, 2015 · Apt 5D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection sink wasteline in the kitchen located at apt 5d, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Sep 4, 2015 · Apt 5D
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
Jul 29, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 5d, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jul 29, 2015 · Apt 5D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection at wastepipe at sink in the kitchen located at apt 5d, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jul 29, 2015 · Apt 5D
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures at washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jul 29, 2015 · Apt 5D
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jul 29, 2015 · Apt 5D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace the broken or defective shower head at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jul 29, 2015 · Apt 5D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jul 29, 2015 · Apt 5D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of concealed water leak in ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 6, 2012 · Apt 3A
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 6, 2012 · Apt 3A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 6, 2012 · Apt 3A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 5d, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Dec 5, 2011 · Apt 5D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color north and east walls in the kitchen located at apt 5d, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Dec 5, 2011 · Apt 5D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color south wall in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Dec 5, 2011 · Apt 5D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jul 28, 2003 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice and roaches kitchen 2 sty southwest apt 2d. , section '' ''
Apr 14, 1997 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint west wall private hall 2 sty southwest apt 2d jones 427 2147 er1. , section '' ''
Feb 8, 1993 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint east wall private hall 2 sty southwest apt 2d er1. , section '' ''
Feb 8, 1993 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint ceiling 2 room from south 2 sty southwest apt 2d er1. , section '' ''
Feb 8, 1993 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint north wall north room 2 sty southwest apt 2d er1. , section '' ''
Feb 8, 1993 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint south wall north room 2 sty southwest apt 2d er1. , section '' ''
Feb 8, 1993 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 10
- Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Feb 2, 2020
Dob violation - active - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Nov 2, 2019
Dob violation - active - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Aug 2, 2019
Dob violation - active - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
May 2, 2019
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 1, 2018
Dob violation - resolved - Facade safety program facade required
Fisp-facade safety program facade required
Aug 3, 2018
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 24, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 17, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 16, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 15, 2012
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 18
- Class - 2
Failure to file acceptable amended cycle 8b report indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial facades report required by 28-302.5 for control#806151. remedy: file acceptable report.
Oct 8, 2021 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.i didn't observe any fresh air ventilation in the gas meter room located in basement/cellar.also severe scaling and pitting to gas line entering building.th
May 26, 2021
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to to maintain bldg exterior walls(facades) & appurtenances.(last) elevation,exp#2:step crack @bricks.rem:maintain bldg exterior alls/facades & appurtenances.provide adequate safety measures as per 1rcn
May 2, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #35074395n issued on 9/20/14. for work w/o a permit at roof installed roof deck w/gas,electrical & water lines. dob records indicate
Jun 13, 2015 · Penalty $6,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #35062293y issued on 2/28/15. permit for violation 35074395n has been disapproved on 4/13/15 no other appl have been filed for the
Apr 19, 2015 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/ the comm's order contained in notice of violation#35074395n issued on 09/20/14.roof deck work w/out permit,no permit has been issued for job #122279916 pre filed 2/6/15,to rem the condition
Feb 28, 2015 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #35074395n issued on 9/20/14. construction of roof deck. install gas,water,elect'l. remedy: comply w/the comm's order.
Jan 9, 2015 · Penalty $6,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order to file a certificate ofcorrection w/ the dept. of bldg for notice of vio. # 35074395n issued on 09/20/14 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. remedy: file a certif
Nov 6, 2014 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation # 35074395n issued on 09/20/14. const. of roof deck w/ gas, water & elect'l. 2nd deck work in progress. remedy: comply w/ the commi
Nov 6, 2014 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/o a permit. work noted: 2 wooden roof decks are constructed or roof 1 deck construction completed w/new gas line hook up w/(gril),newwater line w/sink & also new electrical work 2nd deck work in progress
Sep 20, 2014 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve
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- Class - 2
Failure to file an acceptable sixth round technical report in compliance with article 28-302 of the building code & dob rules & regulations.36017848m. respondent has demostrated a history of non-compliance with
May 15, 2012 · Penalty $4,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to file an acceptable 6th round technical report in compliancew/code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by article 28.302 and the dob's rules and regulations.
Dec 15, 2011 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to file an acceptable 6th round technical report in compliane w/code provisions:periodic insp of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by article 28.302 & the dob rules & regulations36013271z.rem
Jan 25, 2011 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg walls or apurtenances.noted:facade @ front elevation ac units in windows blocking fire escape egress throughout flower pot @ sill 2nd flr,book under ac unit on 3rd flr.rem:provide for p
Jul 8, 2010 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to file an acceptable sixth round technical report in compliance w/ code provisions periodic insp of exterior walls and appurtenances as required by article 28.302 and the dob rules and regulations rem:
Jul 8, 2010 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
17h11.32h01.10h11.100b11.40p7 17h11 hosit door gibs wron 32h01 car guide shoes worn need adjustment 10h11 car door gibs are worn 71x10 rt light not working 100m7 provide cover for pit light sw 100b11 roller for
Jun 23, 2009 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to submit an acceptable 6th round technical report in compliance w/code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by article 28.302 & the dob rules and regulations.
Dec 26, 2008 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Non-hazardous
73x, 33p, 35p.
Dec 2, 1994 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
Complaints
- Plumbing
Water supply
May 6, 2025 · Apt 7C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Nov 13, 2023 · Apt 3C
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Nov 13, 2023 · Apt 3C
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Sep 6, 2022 · Apt 1A
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Aug 23, 2022 · Apt 1A
Close - General
Cooking gas
Jul 13, 2022 · Apt 1A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 31, 2022 · Apt 1B
Close - General
Cooking gas
Apr 29, 2022 · Apt 2A
Close - General
Cooking gas
Apr 3, 2022 · Apt 7A
Close - General
Cooking gas
Mar 31, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close
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- Appliance
Electric/gas range
Mar 25, 2022 · Apt 7A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 23, 2021 · Apt 1D
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Dec 3, 2017 · Apt 3C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Dec 3, 2017 · Apt 3C
Close - Plumbing
Steam pipe/riser
Dec 3, 2017 · Apt 3C
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Nov 27, 2015 · Apt 1D
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Aug 21, 2015 · Apt 5D
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Aug 21, 2015 · Apt 5D
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Aug 21, 2015 · Apt 5D
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Aug 21, 2015 · Apt 5D
Close - Plumbing
Steam pipe/riser
Jul 17, 2015 · Apt 5D
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jul 17, 2015 · Apt 5D
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Jul 17, 2015 · Apt 5D
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 17, 2015 · Apt 5D
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jul 17, 2015 · Apt 5D
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jul 17, 2015 · Apt 5D
Close - Plumbing
Steam pipe/riser
Jul 17, 2015 · Apt 5D
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 18, 2012 · Apt 1A
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 8, 2012 · Apt 3C
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 8, 2012 · Apt 3C
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 8, 2012 · Apt NA
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 4, 2012 · Apt 2A
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 24, 2012 · Apt 5C
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 16, 2012 · Apt NA
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 11, 2012 · Apt NA
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jun 21, 2012 · Apt 3C
Close - Heating
Heat related
May 2, 2012 · Apt 3A
Close - Heating
Heat related
May 2, 2012 · Apt 3A
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Apr 16, 2012 · Apt 7D
Close - General
Floor
Jan 26, 2012 · Apt 3D
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jan 26, 2012 · Apt 3D
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Jan 26, 2012 · Apt 3D
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Jan 26, 2012 · Apt 3D
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Jan 26, 2012 · Apt 3D
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Jan 26, 2012 · Apt 3D
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Jan 26, 2012 · Apt 3D
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Jan 26, 2012 · Apt 3D
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 26, 2012 · Apt 3D
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 22, 2012 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 19, 2012 · Apt 2C
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Condominium (R4)
- Year built
- 1902
- Floors
- 7
- Residential units
- 28
- Building area
- 20,229 ft²
- Lot area
- 5,046 ft²
- Zoning
- R7-2
- Community board
- 110
- Council district
- 9
- Block / lot
- 1718 / 7501
- Assessed value
- $2,796,300
- Landmark / historic district
- Mount Morris Park Historic District
HPD registration #122567, last renewed Nov 26, 2025.
Questions about 42 West 120 Street
Who owns 42 West 120 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Unavailable Owner.
Does 42 West 120 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 55 housing violations at this property.
Is 42 West 120 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 1 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 4% of its 28 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 42 West 120 Street built?
City records list 1902 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 42 West 120 Street?
It has 28 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.