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161 West 132 Street

Manhattan, NY 10027BBL 1-01917-0005Map

Owner of record: 2153 Second Avenue LLC

161 West 132 Street is a garage / gas station built in 1889 in Manhattan, 10027. The owner of record is 2153 Second Avenue LLC. HPD has no housing violations on record for this property.

HPD violations
0
DOB violations
39
ECB violations
68
HPD complaints
3

What to know

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No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

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No HPD violations

HPD has not cited this building.

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No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

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Violations

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HPD housing violations · 0

No HPD violations on record

DOB building violations · 39

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Mar 5, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Mar 5, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 22, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Full vacate order. a parking garage consist of 5 lvls cellar, ground, above ground of entire 4 story bldg.observed hang metal sheets, rotted & deteriorated wood joints w/o adequate safety measure. noted: unsafe notifictn filed by qpsi #unps-m0003436-1b-001. remedy: immediatley vac -ate entire parking garage level, 1st flr through 4th flr

    Dec 30, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Emergency work order, loose/masonry/loose fe tread.exp1 south,i)loose brick lintel line of 2fl,ii missing brick/bulging window sill 3fl wl s1,iii loose fe tread 3fl,exp2 west,loose spalling brick with inward leasning parapet.remedy:owner immediately under direction of rdp repair fire esc.take/provide safety measures to secure/protect public

    Aug 26, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 5, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Sep 5, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Aug 9, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Aug 9, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    May 17, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst

    Jan 3, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Oct 22, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Sep 10, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jul 2, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2012 cat 1 insp/tst

    May 30, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    May 7, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Mar 12, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 23, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Sep 25, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 2, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 2, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Oct 3, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Sep 19, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 5, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Feb 8, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 19, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 9, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Feb 27, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 23, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Mar 21, 2008

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 5, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 11, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 26, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1f4811

    Jan 26, 2000

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    1

    Jun 28, 1993

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    Cease use until all items are repaired

    Jun 28, 1990

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    03-provide side walls 03-file bn for car cab 29-pit shield guard 73-perform 5 year test and file elv 3

    Jun 28, 1990

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    1

    Oct 12, 1989

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    51-correct condition which is causing vibration in elevator as it travels hoistway. 52-restore elevator to service so that a proper inspection can be made by this department. 53-properly tag cables that were reshackled.54-renew elevator flooring 55-fireproof underside of elevator

    Sep 29, 1988

    Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 68

  • Class - 1

    Atoi, observed that parking garage being utilized as storage facility for theatre equipment contrary to dob records., discontinue illegal occupancy or amend c of o

    Aug 5, 2026 · Penalty $2,530

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Atoi, observed that garage space was being occupied contrary to vacate issued on 12/30/2024., comply with vacate order

    Aug 5, 2026 · Penalty $10,030

    Active
  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection 4:30 am, observed defective lighting at sidewalk shed exps.1 creating dark condition. hazardous to tenants/pedestrians, risk of slip/trip/fall and criminal activity. no preventive measures

    Jul 30, 2026 · Penalty $2,430

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Atoi, observed that vacate sticker has been removed., comply with code; do not remove vacate sticker.

    Jul 15, 2026 · Penalty $5,030

    Active
  • Class - 2

    No access. no certificate of correction on file for violation #39098225m issued 10/27/2023 for failure to provide unobstructed egress. violation cites a gate obstructing the 1st-floor rear emergency exit and ob

    Jun 22, 2026 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    No access. no certificate of correction on file for class 1 violation #39122363h issued 8/19/2024 citing paint deterioration, missing brick below a 3rd-story window sill, cracked beams, and step cracks at expos

    Jun 22, 2026 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    No certificate of correction on file for class 1 failure-to-maintain violation #39098328p issued 10/27/2023 citing disrepair of sheetrock-encased columns at cellar level and opened ceiling areas at the 2nd and

    Jun 22, 2026 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner, note at exp #1 missing bricks under lintel observed cracked detoriated stone multiplelocations. at exp #4 observed open part of cornice observed open morta

    Jun 27, 2025 · Penalty $12,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. noted: at exp 1(s. elev) loose/cracked masonry in between 2nd and 3rd floor. also observed missing brick below 3rd floor window sills. observe spalled deco

    Feb 5, 2025 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    28-323.8 and rcny 103-13(5). failure to secure public safety and/or make the building's structure and appurtenances conform to the provisions of the administrative code after unsafe notification filed by qpsi #

    Dec 7, 2024 · Penalty $12,500

    Active
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  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner.-at time of inspection observed loose brick at lintel line on 2nd floor, missing brick/bulging window sill on 3rd floor and cracked masonry in multiple loca

    Dec 7, 2024 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to submit the required parking structure initial observation report for an existing parking structure or a periodic inspection of a parking structure(pips)report documenting the condition of psid#m00034

    Oct 1, 2024 · Penalty $12,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    28-323.8 rcny 103-13(5)failure to secure public safety and/or make thebuilding's structure and appurtenances conform to the provisions of admin code after unsafe notification filed by qpsi#unps-m0003436-1b-001.

    Aug 26, 2024 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in a code compliant manner.note:at time of inspection,i observed at exp#1 south loose brick lintel line of 2 flwl s1.missing brick/hulging windowsill 3 fl wl s1 cracked brick multi

    Aug 26, 2024 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway note:at time of inspection i observed a loose/hanging fe tread at 3 fl level creating a serious hazard in an emergency situation and rendering fe unsafe.rem:repai

    Aug 26, 2024 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    At time of inspection observed a 4 story parking lot. observed chip painting on bricks at exposure #1. also observed missing bricks under window sill at 3rd floor and a step crack on bricks between 2nd and 3rd

    Aug 19, 2024 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Upon inspection observed at the 1flr rear emergency exit, rolled down gate is installed obstructing the egress. the 2flr, 3flr & 4flr exit passageway to the staircase are obstructed by vehicles and creating a d

    Oct 27, 2023 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Upon inspection observed at cellar level, multiple sheet-rocked encased columns are in disrepair due to the framing being cracked, broken, and leaving the support columns exposed. also observed at various locat

    Oct 27, 2023 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order contained in summons/vio# 34980880p issued on 6/26/12 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. filed a certificate or other related materials contain

    Jun 12, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Filed a c of c or other related materials containing materials false statements. c of c filed & excepted on 12-21-17. noted: condition was partially corrected. there are still several areas missing fire stoppin

    Jun 12, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. no fire stopping per bc 712.3;27-345. noted: at cellar level,there are several openings at ceiling exposing floor joist & eliminating fire stopping.

    Jun 12, 2018 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Filed a certificate or other related materials containing material false statements.original exb#34980880p issued 06/26/2012 was issued and the certificate of correction was accepted on 2/21/2018 i observed @

    Feb 21, 2018 · Penalty $1,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner-noted:at cellar there is approx 25'x18'of area that was installed with sheet metal forfirestopping but it does not connect end to end.you can see floor jois

    Feb 21, 2018 · Penalty $5,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35253190n issued on 04/22/17 & to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.for failure to maintain 3r

    Jun 25, 2017 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.noted:on the 3rdflr parking garage approximately 1600 square feet there is cracks through th floor,also loose concrete all over and its uneven the condition

    Apr 22, 2017 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    1-erect awning,apprx 10'wide x 4'high x 3'overhang with fluorescent fixture under it and inscription "parking 24 hours"; 2-erect illuminatedsign apprx 12'wide x 3'high with inscription "vfc parking"; 3-erect 2w

    Feb 21, 2017 · Penalty $800

    Active
  • Class - 1

    The floor of the 3rd flr parking garage (apprx 1600 sf) has deep cracks throughout is uneven and there are deep gauges where the concrete has eroded in many places. the condition fothe floor poses a hazard.

    Feb 21, 2017 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order to file a certificate ofcorrection w/ the dept. of bldg for notice of vio. # 35101958z issued on 07/29/14 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. @ time of insp. condi

    Sep 26, 2014 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Fail to comply w/the comm's order to file a c of c w/the dob for notice of violation #35093727y issued on 6/16/14 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01.for:front fire escape windows boarded up w/plywood.rem:file

    Aug 18, 2014 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg.noted:missing fire stopping from cellar ceiling exposing wood joist.same condition cited in nov #350235542.rem: repair/replace fire stopping

    Jul 29, 2014 · Penalty $10,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    1014.2 27.361 failure to maintain unobstructed exits.noted:front fire escape windows boarded up with plywood+sealed which prevents access to fire escapes on floors 2 thru 4.same condition cited in nov#35094026x

    Jun 16, 2014 · Penalty $25,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order to file a certificate ofcorrection w/ the dept. of bldg for notice of vio. # 35023534l issued on 06/29/13 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. remedy: file a certif

    Jun 4, 2014 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passage.note:at front fire escape windows on 4th,3rd and 2nd floors have plywood installed (sealed) blocking access to fire escape. remedy:provide unobstructed exit passage

    Apr 9, 2014 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passage. note: at front fire escape windows on 4th,3rd & 2nd floors have plywood installed blocking access to fire escape. remedy: provide unobstructed exot passage forthwit

    Feb 8, 2014 · Penalty $6,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain. note: 1) fire rated ceiling sections missing approx 15' x 10' on 1st flr and 12' x 12' on cellar - w/exposed wood joists @ cellar & 1st flr ceilings. 2) concrete flr slab in disrepair w/cra

    Dec 21, 2013 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passage. note: front fire escape windows blocked w/plywood obstructing egress. remedy: provide unobstructed exit passage.

    Dec 21, 2013 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain. no fire stopping per bc712.3;27-354. noted: inadequate fire stopping of ceiling at cellar level w/exposed wooden member(joists) & sub flooring. remedy: maintain fire stopping.

    Jun 29, 2013 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order to file a c of c w/the dept of buildings for notice of violation #34982357p issued on 2/5/12 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. remedy: file a c of c.

    Sep 18, 2012 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order to file a c of c w/the dept of buildings for notice of violation #34980880p issued on 6/26/12 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. remedy: file a c of c.

    Aug 7, 2012 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Fail to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner:no fire-stopping per bc712.3;27-354.noted:ceiling area @cellar,approx 25'x18',w/o any cover. this exposes wood beams & 1st floor wood sub-floor.rem:provide fire-st

    Aug 7, 2012 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Fail to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner:1.north exterior wall has dislodged&missing bricks @lower portion,&missing pointing thruout.2.interior wall,above stairs to cellar,is cracked,eroded&spalling thru

    Aug 7, 2012 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Fail to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner.noted:heavy,sheet-metal-covered trap door,approx 8'long,4'wide,2"thick,meant to cover stairs(exit pssgwy)fr cellar garage pkg area,is kept open by one thin coiled

    Aug 7, 2012

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Fail to comply w/commissioner's order contained in nov #34964052j issued 04/06/2012 for work w/o permit.noted:erected columns & girders in cellar. remedy: comply w/commissioner's order.

    Aug 7, 2012 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Fail to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner.noted:1.@1st fl emergency exit door,fr cellar,does not self-close & the lockset is inoperable.2.emergency exit door @cellar,same stairs as above,is jammed open &

    Aug 7, 2012 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order to file a c/c w/the dob for novs. #34941151n issued on 2.17.12, 34962723m issued on 2.5.12, 34941152p issued on 2.17.12. pursuant to 28-204.4 & rcny 102-02. remedy:

    Jul 5, 2012 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Work without a permit. installed garage roll down gates. blocked up rear windows & elevator shaft windows. installed access panel exterior sidewalk metal plate. metal steel plate in cellar covering flr opening

    Jul 5, 2012 · Penalty $200

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. front fire escapes blocked off and painted over - calls block egress on interior side. remedy: immediately make safe - remove all obstructions.

    Jul 5, 2012 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code complaint manner: no fire stopping per bc 712.3;27-354. noted: (lg.) area at cellar,approx 25ft x 18ft,w/o any fire rated cover,expose several wood beams & 1st fl wood subfloor.

    Jun 26, 2012 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #34964052j issued on 4/6/12. erect columns & girders w/o a permit. noted loc: cellar. remedy: comply w/the comm's order.

    Jun 26, 2012 · Penalty $6,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. provide required corridor width per bc 1016.2 27-369 rear exit. from cellar to groundlevel landing stored 5 shovels & misc material. on ground level cars b

    May 17, 2012 · Penalty $400

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 4, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jun 12, 2022 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    Jun 12, 2022 · Apt 1

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Garage / gas station (G1)
Year built
1889
Floors
4
Residential units
—
Building area
22,800 ft²
Lot area
5,995 ft²
Zoning
R7-2
Community board
110
Council district
9
Block / lot
1917 / 5
Assessed value
$2,048,850
Landmark / historic district
Central Harlem West -- 130-132nd Street Historic District

Questions about 161 West 132 Street

Who owns 161 West 132 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 2153 Second Avenue LLC.

Does 161 West 132 Street have violations?

NYC HPD has no housing violations on record for this property.

Is 161 West 132 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 161 West 132 Street built?

City records list 1889 as the year it was built.

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