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253 West 131 Street

Manhattan, NY 10027BBL 1-01937-0110Map

Owner of record: Wilson Milton E

253 West 131 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10027. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Wilson Milton E. HPD has recorded 97 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 39 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
97
DOB violations
33
ECB violations
3
HPD complaints
143

What to know

Concern
5 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 · 97

  • 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
  • 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.

    Apr 2, 2021

    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, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • 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
  • B

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wires at east and north walls at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 7, 2014

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 7, 2014

    Open — Invalid certification
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 7, 2014

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wires at ceiling and east wall at public hall, 3rd story

    Aug 7, 2014

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceiling at community bathroom, 3rd story

    Aug 7, 2014

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 15, 2014

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 15, 2014

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 2, 2014 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling above the riser pipe in the 1st room from east located at b-room 6, 2nd story, 1st b-room from north at east

    Jan 15, 2013 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak the ceiling above the riser pipe in the 1st room from east located at b-room 6, 2nd story, 1st b-room from north at east

    Jan 15, 2013 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at the ceiling in the 1st room from east located at b-room 6, 2nd story, 1st b-room from north at east

    Jan 15, 2013 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling in the 1st room from east located at b-room 6, 2nd story, 1st b-room from north at east

    Jan 15, 2013 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose the wasih basin to floor in the bathroom located at b-room 6, 2nd story, 1st b-room from north at east

    Jan 15, 2013 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective connection at waste line under wash basin in the bathroom located at b-room 6, 2nd story, 1st b-room from north at east

    Jan 15, 2013 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective electrical cover plate at light switch west wall in the bathroom located at b-room 6, 2nd story, 1st b-room from north at east

    Jan 15, 2013 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove all obstructions from water closet , in the bathroom located at b-room 6, 2nd story, 1st b-room from north at east

    Jan 15, 2013 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet , in the bathroom located at b-room 6, 2nd story, 1st b-room from north at east

    Jan 15, 2013 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Jan 2, 2013

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the 1st room from north located at b-room 6, 2nd story

    Jan 2, 2013 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    May 24, 2012

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 30, 2011 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Dec 30, 2011 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Nov 13, 2009

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective window counter balance in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 13, 2009 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Apr 8, 2008

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance at window in the 3rd room from north located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 7, 2008 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Refit top and bottom window sashes in the 3rd room from north located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 11, 2008 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective and or make operable window sashes in the 2nd room from north located at apt 1, 1st story, apartment at north

    Jan 15, 2008 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide a piece of garden hose 10 feet in length with female coupling and a 10 quart pail on premises to test sprinkler system. at public hall, 3rd story

    May 25, 2007

    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 , at public hall, 1st story

    May 25, 2007

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective electrical light fixture at north wall at 2nd community bathroom from north at east, 3rd story

    May 25, 2007

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective electrical light fixture at south wall at 1st community bathroom from north at east, 3rd story

    May 25, 2007

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose wooden tread 3rd up from bottom at cellar at public hall stairs

    May 25, 2007

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Maintain on the premises a copy of the sprinkler test for the current year.

    May 25, 2007

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 33

  • 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

    Jan 17, 2020

    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
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Nov 20, 2014

    Dob violation - active
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  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 31, 2005

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - active
  • 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

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1994

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1993

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 24, 1989

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Feb 27, 1989

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Feb 27, 1989

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Feb 27, 1989

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 3

  • Class - 2

    Failure to install ground-fault circuit interrupter (gfci) protection as required. outdoor sidewalk shed: no gfci circuit provided connection from outside light fixture!!!. remedy: install gfci protection.

    Aug 15, 2014 · Penalty $10,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Unapproved/unsafe/unsuitable electrical equipment, apparatus, materials, appliances or wiring in use. outdoor sidewalk shed: connection between the box & the conductor is not continuous. remedy: comply with ec

    Aug 15, 2014 · Penalty $4,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to ground electrical systems. outdoor sidewalk shed: no current carrying electrical material is not grounded. "please note" sidewalk shed is metal & could be energized. remedy: provide grounding.

    Aug 15, 2014 · Penalty $24,000

    Active

Complaints

  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    May 17, 2020 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 29, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jul 30, 2014 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jul 30, 2014 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Jul 30, 2014 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jul 10, 2014 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Jul 10, 2014 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 4, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 4, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 26, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
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  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 19, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 19, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 31, 2013 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 15, 2013 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 2, 2013 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 16, 2013 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Nov 16, 2013 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 16, 2013 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 3, 2013 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Nov 3, 2013 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 3, 2013 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jul 26, 2013 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Jan 11, 2013 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jan 11, 2013 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jan 11, 2013 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 9, 2013 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 24, 2012 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 21, 2012 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 21, 2012 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 20, 2012 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 20, 2012 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 7, 2012 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 5, 2012 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 27, 2012 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 27, 2012 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 23, 2012 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 14, 2012 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    May 22, 2012 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    May 21, 2012 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 8, 2012 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 30, 2011 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 26, 2011 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 26, 2011 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 15, 2011 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 15, 2011 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 14, 2011 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 10, 2010 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 10, 2010 · Apt 6

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Jan 4, 2010 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 4, 2010 · 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
Walk-up apartment building (C2)
Year built
1910
Floors
3
Residential units
6
Building area
2,550 ft²
Lot area
1,699 ft²
Zoning
R7-2
Community board
110
Council district
9
Block / lot
1937 / 110
Assessed value
$225,000
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #125923, last renewed Jun 25, 2024.

Questions about 253 West 131 Street

Who owns 253 West 131 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Wilson Milton E.

Does 253 West 131 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 97 housing violations at this property.

Is 253 West 131 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 253 West 131 Street built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 253 West 131 Street?

It has 6 residential units.

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