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23 West 120 Street

Manhattan, NY 10027BBL 1-01720-0006Map

Owner of record: Moore Karen Stacey G

23 West 120 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1888 in Manhattan, 10027. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Moore Karen Stacey G. HPD has recorded 45 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 43 of the 45 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
45
DOB violations
24
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
3

What to know

Concern
7 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

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 · 45

  • 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

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 17, 2025

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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.

    Jun 4, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 22, 2024

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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 1, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 15, 2023

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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.

    Mar 16, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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 16, 2022

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • 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.

    Apr 2, 2021

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 10, 2018

    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
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following ,100 watts required.

    Dec 1, 2005

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose metal cornice roof at front east.

    Mar 27, 1979

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Mar 27, 1979

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective street to 1st sty public hall vestible door.

    Mar 27, 1979

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of building material 1st sty.

    Jul 14, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    § 65 m/d law provide under completed permit, a proper enclosure for the central heating plant, public hall bathroom cellar at center.

    Jul 14, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Jul 14, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of scuttle recess bldg material furniture etc.

    Jul 14, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department public halls all stys.

    Jul 14, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling public hall 3rd sty & scuttle walls.

    Jul 14, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling public hall bathroom.

    Jul 14, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-19.05 adm code provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination public halls all stys.

    Jul 14, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Jul 14, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the cellar throughout.

    Jul 14, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-15.01 adm code provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures 2 sty public hall bathroom wash basin & bathtub.

    May 20, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    May 20, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-16.01 adm code repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet high wall flush tank 2 sty public hall bathrm.

    May 20, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective wood lot line fence yard at west.

    May 20, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the roof so that it will not learrover 3 sty public hall.

    May 20, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-11.03 adm code cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the public hall & public hall stairs all stys.

    May 20, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of rubbish 1st sty ublic hall at rear.

    May 20, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color wall 3rd sty public hall scuttle ladder recess closet at top.

    May 20, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    May 20, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of rubbish 3 sty public hall scuttle ladder recess closet.

    May 20, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls ceilings soffits public hall & public hall stairs all stys.

    May 20, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling 1st sty public hall at front.

    May 20, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    May 20, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-16.01 adm code repair the leaky and/or defective faucets 3rd sty public hall bathroom wash basin.

    May 20, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling 3rd sty public hall at rear.

    May 20, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling 3 sty public hall bathroom.

    May 20, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective marble wall 2nd sty public hall bathroom.

    May 20, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 24

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

    Nov 14, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection

    Sep 23, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Sep 5, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - active
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  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report

    Mar 3, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 31, 2005

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - active
  • Landmark none

    Landmrk-landmark none

    Dec 6, 1983

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Dec 6, 1983

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 2

  • Class - 2

    As per class 2 (b265) 28-303.7 failure to file a complete boiler insp report as per dob records. submit a current bo-9 report.

    Jan 6, 2017 · Penalty $500

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall. defect is: approx 5ft to 6ft of metal and wooden cornice is pulling away from building fascade at east corner - roof level. (pulling away approx 6" to 8" from buildin

    Feb 8, 2003 · Penalty $350

    Active

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 25, 2016 · Apt 23

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 22, 2016 · Apt 8

    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
1888
Floors
3
Residential units
6
Building area
3,594 ft²
Lot area
2,018 ft²
Zoning
R7-2
Community board
110
Council district
9
Block / lot
1720 / 6
Assessed value
$472,050
Landmark / historic district
Mount Morris Park Historic District

HPD registration #118140, last renewed Oct 22, 2019.

Questions about 23 West 120 Street

Who owns 23 West 120 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Moore Karen Stacey G.

Does 23 West 120 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 45 housing violations at this property.

Is 23 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 23 West 120 Street built?

City records list 1888 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 23 West 120 Street?

It has 6 residential units.

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