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537 West 133 Street

Manhattan, NY 10027BBL 1-01987-0015Map

Owner of record: 537-39 West 133rd St

537 West 133 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1905 in Manhattan, 10027. It has 36 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is 537-39 West 133rd St. HPD has recorded 58 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 25 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
58
DOB violations
17
ECB violations
6
HPD complaints
16

What to know

Concern
12 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 · 58

  • 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
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 18, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Feb 20, 2025 · Apt 18

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 18, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Feb 20, 2025 · Apt 18

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... betwwen 10 and 30 sq ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 20, 2025 · Apt 2

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door leading to cellar

    Mar 30, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    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 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

    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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story

    May 29, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box sign missing at public hall, 1st story

    May 29, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper. at public hall, 1st story

    May 29, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story

    May 29, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling. at public hall, 1st story

    May 29, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected at public hall, 1st story

    May 29, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 frame missing at public hall, 1st story

    May 29, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective device located at apt 16, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 11, 2019 · Apt 16

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective device, located at apt 16, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 11, 2019 · Apt 16

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at ceiling , approx. 4 sq. ft. in the bathroom located at apt 14, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 11, 2019 · Apt 14

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling, in the bathroom located at apt 14, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 11, 2019 · Apt 14

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance lower sash west window, in the 2nd room from east located at apt 13, 3rd story, apartment at south

    Jan 11, 2019 · Apt 13

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling , in the 1st room from east located at apt 13, 3rd story, apartment at south

    Jan 11, 2019 · Apt 13

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

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

    Jan 11, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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
  • B

    Remove the illegal fastening consisting of slide bolt capable of being padlocked in the entrance located at apt 33, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jan 6, 2017 · Apt 33

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling. at public hall, 1st story

    Jan 20, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening key operated lock at room door to fire escape located at apt 25, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 2, 2015 · Apt 25

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 1; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 10, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 14, 2013 · Apt 10

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening key operated lock at door to fire escape in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 10, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 14, 2013 · Apt 10

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of bedbugs in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 18, 2010 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system at or near mailboxes 1 sty public hall.

    May 15, 1999

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building.

    May 15, 1999

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box at or near mailboxes 1 sty public hall.

    May 15, 1999

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper.

    Dec 5, 1991

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint 4 sty south apt 19 west wall west room suarez no phone er1. , section '' ''

    Nov 2, 1990 · Apt 19

    Open — Second no access to re-inspect violation
  • 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 frame missing.

    Jan 7, 1990

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Replace with new the missing electrical switch cover 1 sty southwest apt 1 kitchen. , section '' ''

    Jan 3, 1990 · Apt 1

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

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint walls & wood trims 4 sty sotuh apt 19 bathroom genara-suarez no phone er1. located at apt 19

    Jun 22, 1989 · Apt 19

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

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint ceiling & wood trim 2 sty south apt 7 center room feliciano no phone er1. , section '' ''

    Jun 22, 1989 · Apt 7

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • C

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint wood trims 2 sty south apt 7 east room feliciano no phone er1. , section '' ''

    Jun 22, 1989 · Apt 7

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • C

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint walls ceilings wood trims & risers 4 sty south apt 19 kitchen genara-suarez no phone er1. located at apt 19

    Jun 22, 1989 · Apt 19

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

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint walls ceilings wood trims & risers 4 sty south apt 19 center & west rooms genara-suarez no phone er1. located at apt 19

    Jun 22, 1989 · Apt 19

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

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint wood trims 4 sty south apt 19 genara-suarez no phone er1. located at apt 19

    Jun 22, 1989 · Apt 19

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

    D26-22.03 adm code post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper.

    Jun 22, 1989

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint ceilings & walls 2 sty south apt 7 kitchen west room & bathroom feliciano no phone er1. , section '' ''

    Jun 22, 1989 · Apt 7

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • C

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint 5 sty front apt 25 martos 926 3544 er1. , section '' ''

    Jun 13, 1989 · Apt 25

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • A

    D26-20.08 adm code post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box sign missing 1 sty public hall.

    Jun 13, 1989

    Open — Not complied with

DOB building violations · 17

  • Zoning none

    Structural stability inspection requiring an engineer's report of the retaining wall at the rear yard of 537 west 133rd street. engineering report must be submitted to manhattan construction enforcement ([email protected]) within 5 days of this violation.

    Oct 30, 2025

    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 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 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report

    Mar 1, 2013

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Sep 30, 2008

    Dob violation - active
  • Immediate emergency anythingoptional

    Imegncy-immediate emergency anythingoptional

    May 9, 2008

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - active
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    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

    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 · 6

  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection, observed steel frame shoring was erected in the rear yard of building (537 west 133rd) to support retaining wall at exposure 3. there's no records in dob found showing permits were obtain

    Oct 23, 2025 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection, observed retaining wall is in bad condition and need repairs. multiple holes and missing stones seen throughout the wall. shoring was erected because wall was bulging., repair and/or repl

    Oct 23, 2025 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 3

    Failure to maintain bldg wall(s) and/or appurtenances. noted: at the rear yard retaining wall at the north property line repairs have not been made to it after shoring was installed/erected as per ( ) dec

    Jan 9, 2009 · Penalty $500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o a permit. work noted: erected temp shoring to rear rubble wall. remedy: obtain permit or restore premises to prior legal condition.

    Dec 18, 2008

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    "stop all work".work w/o permit.work noted:at rear of premises erectedretaining wall shoring (steel frame) exposure #3.remedy:obtain permit or restore to prior legal conditions.

    Sep 30, 2008 · Penalty $500

    Active
  • Hazardous

    B4b/bq9 3b/50a 3d/50b 32a/50c 51/50d 36/50e (50a) no emergence switch out side of boiler room door. (50b) smoke alarm box cover missing. (50c) remove wast oil from boiler room.(50d) holes in boiler room ceiling

    Jul 14, 2004

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 17, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 26, 2023 · Apt FIFTHF

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 18, 2019 · Apt 25

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 30, 2019 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 19, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Window guards

    Jan 20, 2012 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Sep 21, 2011 · Apt 22

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jun 11, 2010 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Mar 27, 2009 · Apt 22

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Dec 8, 2008 · Apt 7

    Close
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  • General

    Windows

    Dec 8, 2008 · Apt 7

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Dec 8, 2008 · Apt 7

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Dec 8, 2008 · Apt 7

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Dec 8, 2008 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 18, 2007 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 15, 2006 · 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 (C1)
Year built
1905
Floors
6
Residential units
36
Building area
19,872 ft²
Lot area
4,996 ft²
Zoning
R7A
Community board
109
Council district
7
Block / lot
1987 / 15
Assessed value
$619,200
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #105383, last renewed Oct 23, 2025.

Questions about 537 West 133 Street

Who owns 537 West 133 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 537-39 West 133rd St.

Does 537 West 133 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 58 housing violations at this property.

Is 537 West 133 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 537 West 133 Street built?

City records list 1905 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 537 West 133 Street?

It has 36 residential units.

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