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237 Lenox Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10027BBL 1-01906-0035Map

Owner of record: 237 Lenox Ave Assoc INC

237 Lenox Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1884 in Manhattan, 10027. It has 12 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 237 Lenox Ave Assoc INC. HPD has recorded 39 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 26 of the 39 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 14 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
39
DOB violations
7
ECB violations
1
HPD complaints
45

What to know

Concern
9 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
14
About 100% of the building's 12 apartments
Up from 13 in 2018

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 · 39

  • 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

    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.

    Jun 4, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 16, 2023 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Oct 16, 2023

    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.

    Mar 15, 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.

    Nov 2, 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.

    Feb 15, 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 15, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Code: arrange and make self-closing the doors .... in the 1st entrance from north located at b-room 4, 2nd story, 1st b-room from west at north

    Sep 7, 2021 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective ...bell buzzer system from the building entrance to the south wall ... in the 1st room from north located at b-room 4, 2nd story, 1st b-room from west at north

    Sep 7, 2021 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • B

    Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations ....missing in the 1st room from north located at b-room 4, 2nd story, 1st b-room from west at north

    Sep 7, 2021 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). ...missing in the 1st room from north located at b-room 4, 2nd story, 1st b-room from west at north

    Sep 7, 2021 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective ...spring balance at the lower window sash, 2nd window from south at west.. in the 1st room from north located at b-room 4, 2nd story, 1st b-room from west at north

    Sep 7, 2021 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system lock door at boiler room at basement

    Sep 7, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the bathroom located at b-room 4, 2nd story, 1st b-room from west at north

    Sep 7, 2021 · Apt 4

    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.

    Apr 1, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 missing at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 3, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 3, 2020 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 3, 2020 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at cellar

    Dec 3, 2020

    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 missing information. at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 22, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Refit door in the entrance located at apt 4, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 12, 2018 · Apt 4

    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 9, 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 6, 2017

    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 minimum required 100 watts (light fixture present) at front areaway, 1st story

    Jul 30, 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 25, 2016

    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 1, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    D26-12.03 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint rear fire escapes all stys.

    Nov 26, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose scuttle ladder at bottom 4 sty public hall scuttle ladder recess closet.

    Nov 26, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 1 sty front north apt 1fn rear room window. located at apt 1fn

    Nov 26, 1975 · Apt 1FN

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceilings 1 and 2 sty public hall.

    Nov 26, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code remove the torn and/or loose floor covering 2 sty public hall.

    Nov 26, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Nov 26, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of old refrigerator public hall basement rear.

    Nov 19, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective scuttle cover 4 sty scuttle hatch.

    Nov 19, 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

    Nov 19, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-31.09 adm code provide under completed permit sanitary facilities for each 6 persons or remainder thereof for class b rooms by installing 1bathtub or shower and 2 wash basins.

    Nov 19, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-31.09 adm code provide at least one water closet on the same floor for the rooms used for class b occupancy. work must be completed under permit at 4th sty.

    Nov 19, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-31.09 adm code provide at least one water closet on the same floor for the rooms used for class b occupancy. work must be completed under permit at 1st sty.

    Nov 19, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 7

  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Oct 11, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Oct 11, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Oct 11, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Sep 5, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - active
  • 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

ECB violations · 1

  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit. illegal work noted at 1st fl level having sealed w/drywall front parlor w/rear rooms & installed lot. approx 7' high spanining north to south & under neath (lott) mezzanine installing new 3pc

    Jun 14, 2012 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 17, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 31, 2025 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 4, 2025 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 2, 2025 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 25, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 20, 2025 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Mar 17, 2025 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 13, 2025 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 31, 2025 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 25, 2024 · Apt 4

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 5, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 5, 2024 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 2, 2024 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 2, 2024 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 1, 2024 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jul 11, 2024 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jul 11, 2024 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 11, 2024 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 15, 2023 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 4, 2022 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 4, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Sep 3, 2021 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jul 13, 2021 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 6, 2020 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 2, 2020 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 25, 2020 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Apr 4, 2020 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Apr 4, 2020 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Mar 23, 2020 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Mar 23, 2020 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door frame

    Mar 23, 2020 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 18, 2018 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door frame

    Oct 6, 2018 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Oct 6, 2018 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 17, 2018 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 11, 2018 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 28, 2017 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 16, 2017 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 25, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 26, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Aug 25, 2016 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Aug 25, 2016 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 25, 2016 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 25, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    May 25, 2008 · Apt 10

    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 (C7)
Year built
1884
Floors
4
Residential units
12
Building area
4,080 ft²
Lot area
1,600 ft²
Zoning
R7-2
Community board
110
Council district
9
Block / lot
1906 / 35
Assessed value
$396,450
Landmark / historic district
Mount Morris Park Historic District

HPD registration #128245, last renewed Jul 24, 2025.

Questions about 237 Lenox Avenue

Who owns 237 Lenox Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 237 Lenox Ave Assoc INC.

Does 237 Lenox Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 39 housing violations at this property.

Is 237 Lenox Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 14 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 12 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 237 Lenox Avenue built?

City records list 1884 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 237 Lenox Avenue?

It has 12 residential units and 13 units in total.

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