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159 West 136 Street

Manhattan, NY 10030BBL 1-01921-0009Map

Owner of record: Jjpb 159 W136 LLC

159 West 136 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 2000 in Manhattan, 10030. It has 11 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Jjpb 159 W136 LLC. HPD has recorded 31 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 16 of the 31 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
31
DOB violations
4
ECB violations
4
HPD complaints
0

What to know

Concern
2 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

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 · 31

  • 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

    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

    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

    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.

    Apr 2, 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

    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.

    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

    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 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.

    Feb 16, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • 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.

    Apr 2, 2021

    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 25, 2019

    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 10, 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 9, 2017

    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 27, 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 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
  • I

    Above premises have been vacant and untenanted except for caretaker for 60 days or more, and cannot be reoccupied until a new certificate of occupancy has been obtained. premises have been vacant since 02/05/1986 still vacant as at 08/14/2013

    Aug 14, 2013

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • I

    Above premises have been vacant and untenanted except for caretaker for 60 days or more, and cannot be reoccupied until a new certificate of occupancy has been obtained. premises have been vacant since 02/05/1986 and still vacant on 05/18/2012.

    May 18, 2012

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • I

    D26-35.01 adm code above premises have been vacant and untenanted except for caretaker for 60 days or more, and cannot be reoccupied until a new certificate of occupancy has been obtained. premises have been vacant since 02 05 86.

    Feb 5, 1986

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    D26-41.05 adm code file with this department registration statement for change of ownership of building.

    Dec 4, 1985

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    D26-20.08,20.09 adm code file certification of satisfactory installation of smoke detecting device in accordance with h.p.d. rules and regulations.

    Dec 4, 1985

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-41.03 adm code file with this department a telephone number at which the owner or a responsible person can be reached at all hours in the event of an emergency.

    Nov 3, 1975

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    D26-19.05 adm code provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination public hall all stys.

    Nov 6, 1974

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • C

    D26-32.01 adm code provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures gas range 1 sty front east apt 1 kitchen. located at apt 1

    Nov 6, 1974 · Apt 1

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • 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.

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    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • 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 2nd sty.

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    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • 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 3rd sty.

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    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • 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 2 wash basins & 2 bathtubs or showers.

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    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Section 65 m/d law provide under completed permit, a proper enclosure for the central heating plant, cellar.

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    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation

DOB building violations · 4

  • 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 · 4

  • Class - 1

    Observe unlawfully continued work while on notice of a stop work order under violation number: 39180826k, observe the roof at the rear yard installed after a stop work order issued, comply with stop work order

    Apr 1, 2026 · Penalty $10,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    During the inspection, it was observed that roof, rafters, and roof replacement work are being conducted in the rear yard without any proper permits on file, constituting a violation for work performed without

    Mar 18, 2026 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    During the inspection, it was observed that the front porch above five steps is missing handrails, constituting a violation for failure to maintain proper safety precautions to prevent a potential fall accident

    Mar 18, 2026 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg. noted: at front of bldg found masonry steps semi detached & stair landing missing guadrails. stair landing approx 5 feet above grade. remedy: repair defects & maintain bldg.

    May 25, 2016 · Penalty $2,500

    Active

Complaints

No HPD complaints in our records

Complaint data is still being backfilled from NYC Open Data.

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
May 14, 2026$800,000Rentals - walkup apartments11

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C5)
Year built
2000
Floors
4
Residential units
11
Building area
3,042 ft²
Lot area
1,249 ft²
Zoning
R7-2
Community board
110
Council district
9
Block / lot
1921 / 9
Assessed value
$253,800
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #132646, last renewed Jun 17, 2026.

Questions about 159 West 136 Street

Who owns 159 West 136 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Jjpb 159 W136 LLC.

Does 159 West 136 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 31 housing violations at this property.

Is 159 West 136 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 159 West 136 Street built?

City records list 2000 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 159 West 136 Street?

It has 11 residential units.

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