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197 Lenox Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10026BBL 1-01904-0035Map

Owner of record: Victor Horseford Realty Corp

197 Lenox Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1888 in Manhattan, 10026. It has 10 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Victor Horseford Realty Corp. HPD has recorded 617 housing violations here, most recently on September 29, 2026. 45 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
617
DOB violations
27
ECB violations
5
HPD complaints
385

What to know

Concern
18 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Sep 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 · 617

  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective bricks and mortar at east exterior wall located at building front , 2nd story

    Sep 29, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective brick lintel at 2nd window from south at building front , 4th story

    Aug 4, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective brick motar at building front , 3rd story

    Aug 4, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective brick motar at building front , 2nd story

    Aug 4, 2026

    Open — 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 29, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 3, 2026 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Jan 3, 2026 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Jan 3, 2026 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 3, 2026 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective connection waste pipe at the sink in the kitchen located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 3, 2026 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiled floor in the kitchen located at apt 2b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 26, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at east and south wall in the kitchen located at apt 2b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 26, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at east and south wall in the bathroom located at apt 2b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 26, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 26, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bath tub in the bathroom located at apt 2b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 26, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 26, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 26, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at south wall in the foyer located at apt 2b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 26, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the kitchen located at apt 2b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 26, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 2b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 26, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 2b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 26, 2025 · Apt 2B

    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
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective bell buzzer return at south wall in the kitchen located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 10, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair, replace or 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

    Oct 10, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 10, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at south and east wall in the kitchen located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 10, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 10, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective connection shut off valve at water closet in the bathroom located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 10, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 10, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — 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
  • B

    Refit the apartment door in the entrance located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 11, 2025 · Apt 4A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective lower window sash at the 1st window from north at the east wall. in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 11, 2025 · Apt 4A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of refrigerator with door intact at public hall, 4th story

    Mar 7, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective bell buzzer intercom system , 1st story

    Mar 7, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 11, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Feb 11, 2025 · Apt 1A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Feb 6, 2025 · Apt 1A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat from an approved central heating system, or an approved system of gas or electrical heating in good operating condition for the dwelling unit in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Feb 6, 2025 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 6, 2025 · Apt 1A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat from an approved central heating system, or an approved system of gas or electrical heating in good operating condition for the dwelling unit in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 6, 2025 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 31, 2025 · 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

    Jan 31, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Jan 31, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Jan 31, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 31, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 31, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 31, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 31, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective connection at the waste pipe at the sink in the kitchen located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 31, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 31, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 27

  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Jul 17, 2026

    Dob violation - active
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Jul 16, 2026

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Failure to maintain building in a code compliant manner. at time of inspection observed at front of building masonry from 2nd floor has detached and fallen to grade and additional bricks not stable and loose and mortar missing. above 3rd floor masonry finish appear loose.

    Jul 10, 2026

    Dob violation - active
  • Immediate emergency anythingoptional

    Install approximately 30 linear feet of sidewalk shed along exposure #1 at the front of the building to safeguard occupants, pedestrians, and property from potential falling masonry

    Jul 10, 2026

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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 2017 inspection report

    Nov 8, 2019

    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
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • 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
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  • 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 2011 inspection report

    Mar 1, 2013

    Dob violation - active
  • 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

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Oct 9, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Oct 9, 2003

    Dob violation - active
  • 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
  • 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 · 5

  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building wall or appurtenances. at time of inspection observed at front of building at 2nd floor masonry brick columns has large section of bricks missing-4 masonry has dislodged and fallen

    Jul 10, 2026 · Penalty $25,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code complaint manner at exposure 1 facade is missing mortar joints, deterioration of cement and brick around windows., repair and/replace

    Sep 2, 2025 · Penalty $25,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. noted 4 story md, exp #1 facade displaying significant deterioration of brownstone components. cracked and delaminating brownstone present across entirety

    May 25, 2022 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg (walls) or appurtenances. noted: several cracks in front facade. noted location: 1st & 2nd flr. remedy: maintain exterior bldg wall.

    Apr 20, 2010 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    B4a/16/32a/34a/39/21a,b/38/50,a,b,c.(50)poor flame in oil fired hot water heater,also draft regulator missing,also safety valve not piped down,oil filter missing.(50a)bl pressure controls piped on (1) 1/4 pipe

    Apr 25, 2007 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Oct 5, 2026 · Apt 1B

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 5, 2026 · Apt 1B

    Open
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 5, 2026 · Apt A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 5, 2026 · Apt A

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jul 27, 2026 · Apt A

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jul 24, 2026 · Apt A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Mar 8, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Mar 8, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 8, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Mar 8, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
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  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Mar 3, 2026 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 3, 2026 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 3, 2026 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Mar 3, 2026 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Mar 3, 2026 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 26, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Feb 26, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Feb 17, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Window/frame

    Feb 17, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Feb 13, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 13, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Feb 13, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Feb 13, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Feb 13, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roofing

    Feb 13, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 6, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 4, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 3, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 2, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 2, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 1, 2026 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Dec 30, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 30, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 30, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 30, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Dec 30, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Dec 30, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Dec 30, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Dec 30, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Dec 30, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Dec 17, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Dec 17, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 17, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Dec 17, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Dec 17, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Dec 17, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Dec 17, 2025 · Apt 2B

    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 (C4)
Year built
1888
Floors
4
Residential units
10
Building area
4,464 ft²
Lot area
1,700 ft²
Zoning
R7-2
Community board
110
Council district
9
Block / lot
1904 / 35
Assessed value
$514,350
Landmark / historic district
Mount Morris Park Historic District

HPD registration #133916, last renewed Mar 14, 2018.

Questions about 197 Lenox Avenue

Who owns 197 Lenox Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Victor Horseford Realty Corp.

Does 197 Lenox Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 617 housing violations at this property.

Is 197 Lenox Avenue 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 197 Lenox Avenue built?

City records list 1888 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 197 Lenox Avenue?

It has 10 residential units.

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