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
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 31
- ANon-hazardous
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 - IInformation / order
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - IInformation / order
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - IInformation / order
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - IInformation / order
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - IInformation / order
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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- ANon-hazardous
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 - IInformation / order
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 - IInformation / order
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 - IInformation / order
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 - IInformation / order
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 - IInformation / order
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 - IInformation / order
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 - IInformation / order
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 - IInformation / order
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 - IInformation / order
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 - IInformation / order
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 - BHazardous
D26-41.05 adm code file with this department registration statement for change of ownership of building.
Dec 4, 1985
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 14, 2026 | $800,000 | Rentals - walkup apartments | 11 |
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.