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116 West 121 Street

Manhattan, NY 10027BBL 1-01905-0042Map

Owner of record: Elmwood In Harlem LLC

116 West 121 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1889 in Manhattan, 10027. It has 7 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Elmwood In Harlem LLC. HPD has recorded 49 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 33 of the 49 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 4 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
49
DOB violations
19
ECB violations
1
HPD complaints
23

What to know

Concern
3 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
4
About 57% of the building's 7 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 · 49

  • 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
  • C

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

    Oct 18, 2023 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at boiler room

    Oct 18, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 26, 2023 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 26, 2023 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective in the entrance located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 26, 2023 · Apt 3

    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. at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 24, 2023

    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 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 24, 2023 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... in the entrance located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 24, 2023 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Mar 24, 2023 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Mar 24, 2023 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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
  • 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 25, 2019

    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.

    Oct 10, 2018

    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.

    Nov 9, 2017

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • A

    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

    Jul 31, 2017

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    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

    Jul 31, 2017

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    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

    Jul 31, 2017

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    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

    Jul 31, 2017

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    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

    Jul 31, 2017

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected at public hall

    Jul 31, 2017

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    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

    Jul 31, 2017

    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 frame missing at public hall

    Jul 31, 2017

    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 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
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 31, 2012 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department west wall in the private hallway located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 31, 2012 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective inoperative intercom system in the private hallway located at apt 5b, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 26, 2001 · Apt 5B

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Properly secure the loose washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 5b, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 26, 2001 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 5b, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 26, 2001 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department south wall at east and center window frame in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 5b, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 26, 2001 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department north wall at entrance door located at apt 5b, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 26, 2001 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective bell and buzzer system in the foyer located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 20, 2001 · Apt 5A

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective mechanical ventilation at bathroom and kitchen located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 20, 2001 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit door in the bathroom located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 20, 2001 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective bell and buzzer system in the foyer located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 20, 2001 · Apt 5A

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective electric ceiling light fixture in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 20, 2001 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls and ceilings in the entire apartment located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 20, 2001 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    File with this department a registration statement for building.

    May 2, 2001

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 19

  • 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 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
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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
  • 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

    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 · 1

  • Hazardous

    No guard rails: noted at gut rehab (complete interior demo) (all fl, new interior stairs from bsmt to 4th fl w/o guard rail protection for workers (working under permit #103775309) remedy: stop all work immedia

    Oct 28, 2004

    Resolve

Complaints

  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    May 12, 2024 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 19, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 19, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 18, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 18, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 25, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 24, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 1, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 24, 2020 · Apt BLDG

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 13, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 1, 2013 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 1, 2013 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 30, 2012 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 30, 2012 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 21, 2012 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 21, 2012 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Oct 9, 2012 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Oct 9, 2012 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 17, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 17, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 26, 2008 · Apt 1

    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 (C5)
Year built
1889
Floors
4
Residential units
7
Building area
4,560 ft²
Lot area
2,018 ft²
Zoning
R7-2
Community board
110
Council district
9
Block / lot
1905 / 42
Assessed value
$525,150
Landmark / historic district
Mount Morris Park Historic District Extension

HPD registration #132288, last renewed Sep 19, 2016.

Questions about 116 West 121 Street

Who owns 116 West 121 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Elmwood In Harlem LLC.

Does 116 West 121 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 49 housing violations at this property.

Is 116 West 121 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 4 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 57% of its 7 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 116 West 121 Street built?

City records list 1889 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 116 West 121 Street?

It has 7 residential units.

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