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253 West 136 Street

Manhattan, NY 10030BBL 1-01942-0110Map

Owner of record: Neighborhood Restore Housing Development Fund Corp

253 West 136 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10030. It has 5 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Neighborhood Restore Housing Development Fund Corp. HPD has recorded 109 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 44 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
109
DOB violations
32
ECB violations
5
HPD complaints
20

What to know

Concern
4 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 · 109

  • 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
  • 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

    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.

    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

    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.

    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

    Open — Info 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

    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.

    Feb 16, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
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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.

    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 still vacant as at 08/14/2013

    Aug 14, 2013

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • B

    Make safe by properly repairing the structural defect west wall at stoop

    Oct 13, 2012

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

    Make safe by properly repairing the structural defect west wall at stoop

    Sep 16, 2012

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

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective concrete 2nd,3rd,5th,7th,8th,9th & 1oth risers from the bottom,public stairs at front areaway

    Jan 26, 2010

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

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective concrete 2nd,3rd,5th,7th & 8th risers from bottom,public stairs at front areaway

    Jan 26, 2010

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

    Properly repair the broken or defective paving at sidewalk at front areaway

    Jan 26, 2010

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

    Replace with new the broken or defective lower sash window at public hall, 3rd story

    Jan 23, 2008

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

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures kitchen and bath room in the entire apartment located at apt bsmt, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 8, 2005 · Apt BSMT

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

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at b-room 6, 2nd story, 1st b-room from south at west

    Jan 27, 2005 · Apt 6

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

    Repair the broken or defective connection wast line in the kitchenette located at b-room 6, 2nd story, 1st b-room from south at west

    Jan 27, 2005 · Apt 6

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

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of active water leak at ceiling, in the 3rd room from north located at bsmt-apt bsmt, bsmt-apt at west

    Nov 25, 2002 · Apt BSMT

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

    Properly repair the broken or defective mortise lock at entrance door, located at bsmt-apt bsmt

    Nov 25, 2002 · Apt BSMT

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

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from at least 1 window or provide approved type gate , in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt bsmt

    Nov 25, 2002 · Apt BSMT

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

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing (mr. hooper) in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt bsmt

    Nov 25, 2002 · Apt BSMT

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

    Repair the broken or defective connection leak pipe at water closet, in the bathroom located at bsmt-apt bsmt

    Nov 25, 2002 · Apt BSMT

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

    Refit the door to bldg entrance at , basement

    Nov 25, 2002

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

    Replace with new the broken or defective window at lower sash, in the 4th room from north located at apt bsmt

    Nov 25, 2002 · Apt BSMT

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

    Replace with new the broken or defective the window at lower sash, in the kitchen located at bsmt-apt bsmt

    Nov 25, 2002 · Apt BSMT

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

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective the wood floor, in the kitchen located at bsmt-apt bsmt

    Nov 25, 2002 · Apt BSMT

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

    Replace the broken or defective sink, in the kitchen located at bsmt-apt bsmt

    Nov 25, 2002 · Apt BSMT

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

    Replace the broken or defective missing wash basin, in the bathroom located at bsmt-apt bsmt

    Nov 25, 2002 · Apt BSMT

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

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling, walls and trim, in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt bsmt

    Nov 25, 2002 · Apt BSMT

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

    Replace with new the missing light fixture, in the kitchen located at bsmt-apt bsmt

    Nov 25, 2002 · Apt BSMT

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

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling, in the 4th room from north located at apt bsmt, apartment at west

    Nov 25, 2002 · Apt BSMT

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

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color loose plaster at ceiling, in the 3rd room from north located at bsmt-apt bsmt, bsmt-apt at west

    Nov 25, 2002 · Apt BSMT

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

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of a water leak at ceiling, in the 4th room from north located at apt bsmt, apartment at west

    Nov 25, 2002 · Apt BSMT

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

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of bags of garbage, metal racks, and other house hole items, at front areaway

    Nov 25, 2002

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

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice, in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt bsmt, bsmt-apt at west

    Nov 25, 2002 · Apt BSMT

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

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches, in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt bsmt, bsmt-apt at west

    Nov 25, 2002 · Apt BSMT

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

    Provide a manager who shall be responsible for the conduct, operation and maintenance of premises and who shall live on premises or be regularly present therein.

    Oct 16, 2002

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

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches located at b-room 6, 2nd story, 1st b-room from south at west

    Sep 4, 2002 · Apt 6

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

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of b,x cable exposed at west wall located at b-room 6, 2nd story, 1st b-room from south at west

    Sep 4, 2002 · Apt 6

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

    Seal in open position the o.s.y. valve of the sprinkler system in accordance with the rules and regulations of this department at open space, cellar

    Jul 18, 2002

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation

DOB building violations · 32

  • 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
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Aug 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

    Nov 8, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - active
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  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    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
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • 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

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - active
  • 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 - 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

ECB violations · 5

  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code complaint manner. shingles on roof are missing and holes in decorative cornice at exposure 1, repair and/replace

    Oct 3, 2025 · Penalty $25,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Summons issued for failure to maintain due to defective and missing roof shingles and holes in the exterior decorative cornice at exposure #1, repair and/replace

    Jan 25, 2025 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    As per class 2(b265)28-303.7 failure to file a complete boiler inspection report as per dob records.submit a current bo-9repot correct all violations conditions and submit the certificate of correction.

    Oct 26, 2016 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building walls or appurtenances. defects noted: exterior west wall on stoop (stairway) is shifting and also missing pc of brownstone on treads/riser on stairway at front of bldg.rmdy:maintai

    Oct 25, 2012 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    19b boiler missing prestrol with manual reset button.

    Nov 28, 2000 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve

Complaints

  • General

    Stairs

    Apr 30, 2010 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Feb 10, 2006 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Stairs

    Feb 10, 2006 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Illegal

    Dec 27, 2005 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Jul 8, 2005 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jul 8, 2005 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jan 25, 2005 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jan 25, 2005 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Jan 25, 2005 · Apt 6

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Jan 25, 2005 · Apt 6

    Close
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  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jan 25, 2005 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Illegal

    Dec 21, 2004 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 25, 2004 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 25, 2004 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Oct 25, 2004 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Oct 25, 2004 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Oct 25, 2004 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Appliance

    Sprinker cert

    Jul 26, 2004

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Illegal

    May 24, 2004 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Feb 23, 2004 · Apt BLDG

    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
5
Building area
2,400 ft²
Lot area
1,599 ft²
Zoning
R7-2
Community board
110
Council district
9
Block / lot
1942 / 110
Assessed value
$261,900
Landmark / historic district
Dorrance Brooks Square Historic District

HPD registration #125400, last renewed Jan 20, 2021.

Questions about 253 West 136 Street

Who owns 253 West 136 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Neighborhood Restore Housing Development Fund Corp.

Does 253 West 136 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 109 housing violations at this property.

Is 253 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 253 West 136 Street built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 253 West 136 Street?

It has 5 residential units.

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