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37 West 138 Street

Manhattan, NY 10037BBL 1-01736-0023Map

Owner of record: NYC Housing Preservation And Development

37 West 138 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1938 in Manhattan, 10037. It has 24 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is NYC Housing Preservation And Development. HPD has recorded 74 housing violations here, most recently on March 16, 2023. 39 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
74
DOB violations
8
ECB violations
6
HPD complaints
5

What to know

Concern
6 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Mar 16, 2023

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 · 74

  • 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

    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 16, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    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.

    Apr 2, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    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.

    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.

    Nov 9, 2017

    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
  • 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
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  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 19, 2007 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 19, 2007 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective window (counter balance) in the kitchen located at apt 6d, 6th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 26, 2007 · Apt 6D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated lock at door in the entrance located at apt 6d, 6th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 26, 2007 · Apt 6D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective inoperable intercom system in the entrance located at apt 6d, 6th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 26, 2007 · Apt 6D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the floors all stys at public hall

    Apr 9, 2002

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    File with this department a registration statement for building.

    May 2, 2001

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets washbasin bathroom 6 sty north apt 23. , section '' ''

    Jun 24, 1992 · Apt 23

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of dampness penetrating ceiling bathroom 6 sty north apt 23. , section '' ''

    Jun 24, 1992 · Apt 23

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling kitchen north wall bathroom 6 sty north apt 23. , section '' ''

    Jun 24, 1992 · Apt 23

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of moisture penetrating walls & ceiling at center south & front room 5 sty northeast apt 23. , section '' ''

    Apr 25, 1991 · Apt 23

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets bathtub at bathroom 5 sty northeast apt 23. , section '' ''

    Apr 25, 1991 · Apt 23

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls & ceiling at kitchen & bathroom 5 sty northeast apt 23. , section '' ''

    Apr 25, 1991 · Apt 23

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling at north room 5 sty northeast apt 23. , section '' ''

    Apr 25, 1991 · Apt 23

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective water supply pipe hot water supply line at kitchen 5 sty northeast apt 23. , section '' ''

    Apr 25, 1991 · Apt 23

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice & roaches at kitchen 5 sty northeast apt 23. , section '' ''

    Apr 25, 1991 · Apt 23

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace with new the missing glass lower sash windows 2 to 3 & 3 to 4 stys public hall stairs er1.

    Mar 6, 1991

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace with new the missing glass lower sash windows 1 to 2 & 4 to 5 stys public hall stairs er1.

    Mar 6, 1991

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 5 sty northeast apt 23. located at apt 23

    Mar 6, 1991 · Apt 23

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of dampness penetrating ceiling & walls at bathroom & kitchen 5 sty northeast apt 23. located at apt 23

    Mar 6, 1991 · Apt 23

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 5 sty northeast apt 23. located at apt 23

    Mar 6, 1991 · Apt 23

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice & roaches thru out 5 sty northeast apt 23. located at apt 23

    Mar 6, 1991 · Apt 23

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of continuously running hot water washbasin bathroom & kitchen sink 5 sty northeast apt 23 er1. located at apt 23

    Mar 6, 1991 · Apt 23

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling & walls thru out 5 sty northeast apt 23. located at apt 23

    Mar 6, 1991 · Apt 23

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace with new the missing missing glass lower sash window 3 to 4 sty public hall stairs.

    Nov 29, 1990

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace with new the missing missing glass lower sash window to 2 sty public hall stairs.

    Nov 29, 1990

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective wood floor at private hallway 1 sty rear east apt 3. , section '' ''

    Feb 22, 1990 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing 1 sty rear east apt 3 ponder. , section '' ''

    Feb 22, 1990 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of concealed ceiling leak at kitchen & bathroom 1 sty rear east apt 3. , section '' ''

    Feb 22, 1990 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls & ceiling thru out 1 sty rear east apt 3. , section '' ''

    Feb 22, 1990 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective mailbox 1 sty public hall.

    Nov 6, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective entrance door 1 sty vestibule 1 sty public hall.

    Nov 6, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice & roaches kitchen 6 sty southeast apt 21. located at apt 21

    Nov 6, 1989 · Apt 21

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls kitchen front room & private hallway 6 sty southeast apt 21. located at apt 21

    Nov 6, 1989 · Apt 21

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of concealed ceiling bathroom 6 sty southeast apt 21. located at apt 21

    Nov 6, 1989 · Apt 21

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling at bathroom 6 sty southeast apt 21. located at apt 21

    Nov 6, 1989 · Apt 21

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective window glass bottom sash 1 sty 4 to 5 sty & 5 to 6 sty public hall.

    Nov 6, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures 1 sty front west apt 2 kitchen and bathroom. , section '' ''

    Jul 7, 1987 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective and or make operable mortise locking assembly 1 sty front west apt 2 entrance door. , section '' ''

    Jul 7, 1987 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice and roaches 1 sty front west apt 2 apt throughout. , section '' ''

    Jul 7, 1987 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 8

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report

    Mar 3, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 31, 2005

    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

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 1, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 6

  • Class - 3

    Failure to maintain. observed at exposure#1, window a/c units on floors 2 and 4 are missing support brackets, repair and or replace; repair/replace

    Aug 30, 2023 · Penalty $500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection observed cracks & loose stairwell stone steps on 1st, 4th & 5th floor level and temporary tapped with clear scotch tape. also observed wooden stair handrails are loose on 2nd & 4th floor l

    Nov 24, 2021 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Found weil mclain boiler in operable and nor registered with dob, found exposed wiring, hw circulator not properly supported, fesh air louver clogged, air gap and discharge pipe missing at back flow preventer,

    Nov 19, 2021 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Class - 1

    B154, 51. cease use a.o. smith hot water heater leaking water-model btr 154-118. do not operate heater until all hazardous condition are immediatel corrected and dob is notified to reinspect to lift cease us

    Mar 8, 2019

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Weil mclain lgb7-780,000 btus boiler not registered. violation issued 7/25/17 violation #32091060r unregistered.

    Mar 8, 2019

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Found weil mclain lgb7 780,000 btu's boiler unregisered and operating.register boiler an dcorrect any violating conditions and submit certificate of correction.

    Jul 25, 2017

    Active

Complaints

  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Mar 2, 2025 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 2, 2025 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Mar 2, 2025 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Mar 2, 2025 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 13, 2024 · Apt 3A

    Open

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
1938
Floors
6
Residential units
24
Building area
14,688 ft²
Lot area
3,747 ft²
Zoning
R7-2
Community board
110
Council district
9
Block / lot
1736 / 23
Assessed value
$379,350
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #123005, last renewed Aug 8, 2025.

Questions about 37 West 138 Street

Who owns 37 West 138 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is NYC Housing Preservation And Development.

Does 37 West 138 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 74 housing violations at this property.

Is 37 West 138 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 37 West 138 Street built?

City records list 1938 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 37 West 138 Street?

It has 24 residential units.

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