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438 East 120 Street

Manhattan, NY 10035BBL 1-01807-0030Map

Owner of record: NYCHA Triborough Preservation HDFC

438 East 120 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1900 in Manhattan, 10035. It has 42 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is NYCHA Triborough Preservation HDFC. HPD has recorded 209 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 2 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 42 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
209
DOB violations
16
ECB violations
10
HPD complaints
206

What to know

Concern
1 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

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
42
About 100% of the building's 42 apartments

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.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 209

  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at fire door to east yard at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 29, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set in the entrance located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''a''

    Apr 29, 2026 · Apt 2D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''a''

    Apr 29, 2026 · Apt 2D

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor in the 2nd room from north located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 15, 2026 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latchset at fire door leading to east section at public hall, 4th story

    Sep 9, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 9, 2025 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 9, 2025 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jul 18, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper.

    Jul 18, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls in the 5th room from north located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jul 18, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door and frame leading to center inner court at public hall, 1st story, section ''west''

    Feb 15, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at east wall at public hall stairs, 5th story

    Feb 15, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak behind east wall at public hall stairs, 5th story

    Feb 15, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department east wall at public hall stairs, 5th story

    Feb 15, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 6e, 6th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 27, 2024 · Apt 6E

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 6e, 6th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 27, 2024 · Apt 6E

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly secure the loose wood upper cabinet at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 6e, 6th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 21, 2024 · Apt 6E

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 6e, 6th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 21, 2024 · Apt 6E

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wood upper cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 6e, 6th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 21, 2024 · Apt 6E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective linoleum tile at floor in the kitchen located at apt 6e, 6th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 21, 2024 · Apt 6E

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective formica countertop at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 6e, 6th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 21, 2024 · Apt 6E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective hard wood floor in the 1st room from east located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 30, 2024 · Apt 4D

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 30, 2024 · Apt 2D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and north wall in the bathroom located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 30, 2024 · Apt 2D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective connection at waste line in the bathroom located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 30, 2024 · Apt 2D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at west wall at public hall, 6th story, section at east

    Jun 14, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling, west and north walls at public hall, 6th story, section at east

    Jun 14, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at exit fire door leading to west section at public hall, 6th story, section at east

    Jun 14, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling, west and north walls at public hall, 6th story, section at east

    Jun 14, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinly floor tiles in the 2nd room from north located at apt 4d, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jun 1, 2024 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the foyer located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''east''

    Jul 10, 2023 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective the light fixture at ceiling in the foyer located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''east''

    Jul 10, 2023 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective spring balance at upper and lower window sash in the 2nd room from east located at apt 6e, 6th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 27, 2023 · Apt 6E

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 6e, 6th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 27, 2023 · Apt 6E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 22, 2022 · Apt 1C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 22, 2022 · Apt 3C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 22, 2022 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 5c, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 22, 2022 · Apt 5C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 6c, 6th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 22, 2022 · Apt 6C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective rubber gasket at refridgerator's upper door in the kitchen located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 16, 2022 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wooden floor tiles on walking area in the kitchen located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 16, 2022 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 16, 2022 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures the range in the kitchen located at apt 6b, 6th story

    Oct 3, 2022 · Apt 6B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures the range in the kitchen located at apt 6d, 6th story

    Oct 3, 2022 · Apt 6D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures the range in the kitchen located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 15, 2022 · Apt 2C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 2, 2022 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 2, 2022 · Apt 4A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 2, 2022 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Sep 2, 2022 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective bulkhead door at west.

    Jun 22, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 16

  • Structurally compromised building none

    Failure to submit an acceptable inspectn rpt for structurally compromised bldg.

    Sep 14, 2022

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Ftm:multi dwelling that was damged by fire on 9/4/21.severe fire damge noted@line c 4,5+6flrs.partly collapsed flr at s-e corner,water damage and missing windows in many locations.opened roof.collapsed ceilings owner to engage nys pe+lic'd contractor to evaluate the building and repair under permit.file for permit by 9/24/21.start work by 10/1/21

    Sep 7, 2021

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Emergency work:multiple dwelling that sustained fire damage on 9/4/21 the roof is open at lines c+d.the 5th flr joist were severely damaged at s-e corner.there is potential of collapse.ownr to immd do following tmp seal all roof opngs.instl tmp shor@5fl joist.all shorng work to be dsgnd&instl undr dirct+continus supv pe.file prmt 48 hrs aftr wrk strt

    Sep 7, 2021

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    At time of inspection damaged observed to have been sustained to line a,b,c,apartment 5d apt. due to fire

    Sep 4, 2021

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2017 cat 1 insp/tst tst

    Sep 6, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 18, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst

    Nov 14, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required

    Failed to file fisp cycle 7b technical report by 08/21/2012

    Aug 30, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Facade facade optional

    Ll1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional

    Nov 30, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Facade facade required

    L1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade required

    Aug 8, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • 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

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 1, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    1

    Apr 7, 1992

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    1

    Jun 29, 1990

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 10

  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain exterior bldg. east elevation - exp.2 (444),fire escape - between 4 & 5 fl missing tread,fire escape - black wire on fire escape. no access to roof/fence. remedy: maintain exterior bldg,prov

    Jan 6, 2017

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to submit acceptable 7th round report of critical examination documenting conditon of exterior walls and appurtenances required by 28-302.4.remedy: submit required technical report.

    Aug 11, 2016

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Partial swo issued for supported scaffold pursuant 28-207.2 & posted on premises. work does not conform to approved plans. noted: at time ofinspection supported scaffold at exp#1,2,4 has 2 main working levels

    Dec 15, 2015

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to submit a 5th round technical report in compliance w/code provisions:periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by local law 11 of 1998 & the dob rules & regulations

    Aug 31, 2006

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to submit a fifth round technical report in compliance with code provisions:periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances asrequired by local law 11 of 1998 & the dob rules & regulations.

    Jun 2, 2006

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to submit a fifth round technical report in compliance with code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenancesas required by local law 11 of 1998 & the dept of bldgs rules & regul-

    Nov 30, 2005

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to submit a fifth round technical report in compliance with code provisions:periodic inspection of exterior walls and appurtenances as required by local law 11 of 1998 and the department of buildings ru

    Jun 30, 2005

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to submit a fifth round technical report in compliance with code provisions:periodic inspection of exterior walls and appurtenances as required by local law 11 of 1998 and the department of buildings ru

    Jan 14, 2005

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to submit a fifth round techincal report:periodic inspection of exterior walls and appurtenances of bldg rules and regulations.remedy:file the required report to the bldg department standards.

    Jul 9, 2004

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to submit a fifth round technical report : periodic inspectionof exterior walls and appurtenances as required by local law 11 of 1998 and the department of buildings rules and regulations. remedy : file

    Mar 31, 2004

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 18, 2026 · Apt ENTIRE

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 1, 2026 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 27, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Dec 1, 2025 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 20, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Nov 10, 2025 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Oct 12, 2025 · Apt 4G

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 24, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jul 12, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • General

    Janitor/super

    Jul 3, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 27, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    May 15, 2025 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 20, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 17, 2025 · Apt 6E

    Close
  • General

    Janitor/super

    Feb 16, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 1, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jan 25, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 18, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jan 13, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jan 12, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jan 12, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 12, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 26, 2024 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Oct 28, 2024 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Sep 17, 2024 · Apt 6E

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Sep 17, 2024 · Apt 6E

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Sep 17, 2024 · Apt 6E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 17, 2024 · Apt 6E

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Sep 17, 2024 · Apt 6E

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Sep 17, 2024 · Apt 6E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 17, 2024 · Apt 6E

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Aug 27, 2024 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 27, 2024 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 27, 2024 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 27, 2024 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Aug 27, 2024 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Aug 27, 2024 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 1, 2024 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    May 29, 2024 · Apt HALLWA

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Apr 24, 2024 · Apt 6A

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 7, 2024 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Mar 7, 2024 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 18, 2024 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Feb 18, 2024 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Feb 18, 2024 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 18, 2024 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jan 16, 2024 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 31, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 26, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Aug 14, 2023 · Apt 1B

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Elevator apartment building (D3)
Year built
1900
Floors
6
Residential units
42
Building area
51,546 ft²
Lot area
8,747 ft²
Zoning
R7-2
Community board
111
Council district
8
Block / lot
1807 / 30
Assessed value
$2,472,750
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #144442, last renewed Jul 3, 2025.

Questions about 438 East 120 Street

Who owns 438 East 120 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is NYCHA Triborough Preservation HDFC.

Does 438 East 120 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 209 housing violations at this property.

Is 438 East 120 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 42 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 42 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 438 East 120 Street built?

City records list 1900 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 438 East 120 Street?

It has 42 residential units.

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