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1516 Amsterdam Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10031BBL 1-01988-0036Map

Owner of record: Fariba Enterprises INC

1516 Amsterdam Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1905 in Manhattan, 10031. It has 20 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is Fariba Enterprises INC. HPD has recorded 615 housing violations here, most recently on August 28, 2026. 28 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 19 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
615
DOB violations
12
ECB violations
16
HPD complaints
655

What to know

Concern
13 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Aug 28, 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

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
19
About 95% of the building's 20 apartments

Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 615

  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at bulkhead

    Aug 28, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling at bulkhead

    Aug 28, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at bulkhead

    Aug 28, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the ... yard

    Aug 28, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the standing sewage water at south yard

    Aug 28, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of rats and all underlying causes creating the pest infestations, by using integrated pest management (ipm), eliminate all burrow entry and passageways, pest nests, holes, gaps or cracks in walls, ceilings, floors, fixing leaks and managing garbage in public areas. evidence found at throughout yard

    Aug 28, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of gas range at public hall, 6th story

    Aug 19, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice regarding rent stabilization law, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a conspicuous location within the common area at the buildings entrance. for more information about signage requirements, please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/required-signage.page

    Aug 19, 2026

    Open — Nov certified on time
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes household storage at balcony at 5th story 1st from south at east at fire escape

    May 21, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice regarding rent stabilization law, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a conspicuous location within the common area at the buildings entrance. for more information about signage requirements, please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/required-signage.page

    May 20, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • A

    Replace with new the missing vestibule door at public hall, 1st story

    May 20, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of household items (flower pots) at fire escape at east , 4th story

    May 20, 2026

    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.

    Apr 29, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Apr 9, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Mar 25, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov certified late
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Mar 25, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov certified late
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the kitchen , the foyer , the bathroom located at apt 6b, 6th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Dec 27, 2025 · Apt 6B

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling at public hall, 5th story

    Dec 27, 2025

    Open — Nov certified late
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective spring balance at lower sash at 1st window from east at south in the bathroom located at apt 6b, 6th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Dec 27, 2025 · Apt 6B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 6b, 6th story, 2nd apartment from north at east original violation 18532788 issued 27-dec-25 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Dec 27, 2025 · Apt 6B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass pane at buildi g entrance door at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 27, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 6b, 6th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Dec 27, 2025 · Apt 6B

    Open — Nov certified late
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective spring balance at upper sash at 1st window from east at south in the kitchen located at apt 6b, 6th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Dec 27, 2025 · Apt 6B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 6b, 6th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Dec 27, 2025 · Apt 6B

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over the ceiling ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 6b, 6th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Dec 27, 2025 · Apt 6B

    Open — Nov certified late
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 6b, 6th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Dec 27, 2025 · Apt 6B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 6b, 6th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Dec 27, 2025 · Apt 6B

    Open — Nov certified late
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Aug 27, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Open — Nov certified late
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Aug 27, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Aug 27, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Aug 27, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 3rd room from east located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 16, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of rats and all underlying causes creating the pest infestations, by using integrated pest management (ipm), eliminate all burrow entry and passageways, pest nests, holes, gaps or cracks in walls, ceilings, floors, fixing leaks and managing garbage in public areas. evidence found at evidence of rats in the entire apartment located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 16, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 16, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 16, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at all walls and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 16, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 16, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wood treshold at entrance in the 3rd room from east located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 16, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls in the kitchen located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 16, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 16, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 5b, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 16, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of tv stand and furniture materials at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 17, 2025

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass pane at the building front entrance door

    Jun 17, 2025

    Open — Nov certified late
  • 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 6d, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 27, 2024 · Apt 6D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 6d, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 27, 2024 · Apt 6D

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 12

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Sep 2, 2020

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    May 18, 2012

    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

    Feb 27, 2001

    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

    Mar 2, 1992

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Mar 2, 1992

    Dob violation - active
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  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Feb 14, 1992

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Feb 14, 1992

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 16

  • Class - 2

    Failure submit certificate of corrections for violation # 35243638n issued on 03/03/2022 for occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy or buildings department records., file a certifica

    Apr 24, 2026 · Penalty $1,280

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. metal cornice at exp 1 is in state of disrepair with loose and missing pieces., repair and/or replace

    Aug 4, 2022

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#39017886m issued on 02/19/20 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-2011 & 1rcny 102-01. work w/o permit. note permit#123832503 exp 2/24/2022

    Mar 23, 2022 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by cofo and department of buildingsrecords.illegal class a apartment created with studs and sheetrock increasing occupancy from 20 to 21 class apartments.in the entire apartm

    Mar 3, 2022 · Penalty $12,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #39017886m issued on 2/19/20 & to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01.work w/out permit.remedy:comply

    Jul 1, 2021 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order contained in summons/v39017886m issued2/19/20 &to file c/c pursuant to28-201.1&1rcny102-01.comply w/commissioner's order &/or file c/c.

    May 10, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#39017886m issued on 02/19/20 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. work w/o permit. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or

    Mar 18, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/ commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#39017886m issued 2/19/20&to file certificate of correction pursuantto28-201.1&1rcny102-01.work w/o permit (@cellar).comply w/ commissione

    Jan 22, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#39017886m issued on 02/19/20 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. work w/o a permit(cellar level). remedy: comply wit

    Nov 23, 2020

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #39017886m issued on 02-19-20 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01 for work without a permi

    Sep 25, 2020

    Resolve
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  • Class - 2

    Dob records indicates cellar as boiler storage. cellar has been altered and maintained as 2 class "a" apartments with full kitchens(1 w/gas stove, the other electrical appliances) 3 pc bathrooms and sleeping qu

    Feb 19, 2020 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit at cellar level for full height partition walls w doors for bathrooms and sleeping quarters. installed w/w lines for 2 lavatory sinks, 2 res. sinks, 2 toilets, 2 showers. installed gas line fo

    Feb 19, 2020 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in a code compliant manner at roof top south east side of bldg(spallation)brick(disgorged) & bulging onto own roof (chimney) defective. remedy: make all necessary repairs forthwith.

    Sep 19, 2012 · Penalty $500

    Active
  • Class - 3

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner fl sloping approx. 2 inches at foyer & front living rm approx.i inch apt 3a 3rd fl remedy:repair replace

    Oct 15, 2008 · Penalty $500

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain-exterior noted:three or more partitions in masonry(brick)parapet.bricks removed appox.12"high x 18/24"long.location:roof,parapet at court yard s/w.remedy:make all necssary repairs to the sat

    Mar 2, 1992

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain-discontinued dumbwaiter shaft.noted:existing dumbwaiter has been discontinued.contrary to dept. rules & regulations location basement thru roof line.remedy:conform to sealing of shaft as per

    Mar 2, 1992

    Active

Complaints

  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 23, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window pane

    Aug 17, 2026 · Apt 6C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Door/frame

    Aug 17, 2026 · Apt 6C

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Aug 17, 2026 · Apt 6C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 17, 2026 · Apt 6C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 17, 2026 · Apt 6C

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Aug 17, 2026 · Apt 6C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 17, 2026 · Apt 6C

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 17, 2026 · Apt 6C

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Aug 17, 2026 · Apt 6C

    Close
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  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 17, 2026 · Apt 6C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Aug 17, 2026 · Apt 6C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 8, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 15, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jan 19, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jan 19, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jan 19, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 19, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 15, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Dec 12, 2025 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 12, 2025 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 12, 2025 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Dec 12, 2025 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Dec 12, 2025 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Dec 12, 2025 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 8, 2025 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Dec 8, 2025 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Dec 8, 2025 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 19, 2025 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Oct 1, 2025 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jul 31, 2025 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 15, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Jul 15, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 15, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Jul 15, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 15, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Jul 15, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door frame

    Jul 15, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 14, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    May 11, 2025 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jan 6, 2025 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window pane

    Jan 6, 2025 · Apt BLDNG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 27, 2024 · Apt BLDNG

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Aug 27, 2024 · Apt BLDNG

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roof door/hatch

    Aug 27, 2024 · Apt BLDNG

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Aug 27, 2024 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 27, 2024 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 27, 2024 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Aug 27, 2024 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Aug 27, 2024 · Apt 3C

    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 (C7)
Year built
1905
Floors
6
Residential units
20
Building area
19,294 ft²
Lot area
4,000 ft²
Zoning
R7A
Community board
109
Council district
7
Block / lot
1988 / 36
Assessed value
$408,150
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #118301, last renewed Jul 16, 2025.

Questions about 1516 Amsterdam Avenue

Who owns 1516 Amsterdam Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Fariba Enterprises INC.

Does 1516 Amsterdam Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 615 housing violations at this property.

Is 1516 Amsterdam Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 19 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 95% of its 20 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 1516 Amsterdam Avenue built?

City records list 1905 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 1516 Amsterdam Avenue?

It has 20 residential units and 24 units in total.

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