1520 Amsterdam Avenue
Manhattan, NY 10031BBL 1-01988-0103Map
Owner of record: Yasmeh Realty LLC C/O
1520 Amsterdam Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1905 in Manhattan, 10031. It has 22 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is Yasmeh Realty LLC C/O. HPD has recorded 90 housing violations here, most recently on October 18, 2026. 12 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 10 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 90
- DOB violations
- 12
- ECB violations
- 4
- HPD complaints
- 539
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
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.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 90
- BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall in the private hallway located at apt 14, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Oct 18, 2026 · Apt 14
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 14, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Oct 18, 2026 · Apt 14
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the kitchen located at apt 14, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Oct 18, 2026 · Apt 14
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective lower window glass pane at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 14, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Oct 18, 2026 · Apt 14
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at south wall in the 4th room from north located at apt 14, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Oct 18, 2026 · Apt 14
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixtures at ceiling in the 4th room from east located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 18, 2026 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixtures at ceiling in the 5th room from east located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 18, 2026 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose water closet in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 18, 2026 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 18, 2026 · Apt 1
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges vestibule door at public hall, 1st story
Nov 17, 2023
Closed — Violation closed
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- CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing consisting of a step-on door stop installed vestibule door at public hall, 1st story
Nov 17, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - 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 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.
Feb 15, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Oct 29, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Oct 29, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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.
Apr 22, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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
Apr 22, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
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 missing at public hall, 1st story
Apr 22, 2021
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 1, 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 - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 9, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 16, 2019 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 9, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 16, 2019 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 9, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 16, 2019 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 9, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 16, 2019 · Apt 9
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 9, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 16, 2019 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 9, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 16, 2019 · Apt 9
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 9, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 16, 2019 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 4th room from east located at apt 9, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 16, 2019 · Apt 9
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the 4th room from east located at apt 9, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 16, 2019 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 6th room from east located at apt 9, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 16, 2019 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls in the 6th room from east located at apt 9, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 16, 2019 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective bell/buzzer intercom system in the entire apartment located at apt 9, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 16, 2019 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 9, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 16, 2019 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
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 = 2; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 9, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 16, 2019 · Apt 9
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 5, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
§ 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 incorrect frame. at public hall, 1st story
Jun 6, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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 missing information. at public hall, 1st story
Jun 6, 2018
Open — False certification - BHazardous
Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet ... in the bathroom located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 13, 2018 · Apt 8
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at the wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 13, 2018 · Apt 8
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at the ceiling in the 4th room from east located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 13, 2018 · Apt 8
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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 sign missing at public hall, 1st story
Apr 13, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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
Apr 13, 2018
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink. in the kitchen located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 18, 2017 · Apt 8
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective. located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 18, 2017 · Apt 8
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tile. in the bathroom located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 18, 2017 · Apt 8
Open — False certification - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective. located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 18, 2017 · Apt 8
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective. in the entire apartment located at apt 14, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 24, 2015 · Apt 14
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Refit door at entrance. in the bathroom located at apt 14, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 24, 2015 · Apt 14
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Code: arrange and make self-closing the doors .. in the entrance located at apt 14, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 24, 2015 · Apt 14
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 12
- Plumbing none
The dob intends to revoke all plumbing approvals and permits under plumbing application #140018264 due to suspension of license. stop all plumbing work immediately except to make site safe
Jul 7, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Plumbing none
The dob intends to revoke all plumbing approvals and permits under plumbing application #140027520 due to suspension of license. stop all plumbing work immediately except to make site safe
Jul 7, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Plumbing none
The dob intends to revoke all plumbing approvals and permits under plumbing application #140018264 due to suspension of license. stop all plumbing work immediately except to make site safe
Jul 7, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 3, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Facade facade optional
Ll1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional
Nov 30, 2007
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 31, 2005
Dob violation - dismissed - 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
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 10, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed
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- 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, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 4
- Class - 2
Failure to maintain exterior bldg facade&appurtenances.@s elevation,exp1 observed:spalled terracotta@w corner@6fl&spalled bricks@e corner@6fl also@exp1 nonsecured plant pots@windowsill@3fl.@entrance door observ
Oct 22, 2021
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain exterior blg facade and appurtenances. note: exposure 1 south elevation, i observed on the 7th and 6th floors ac unis inadequately supported with wooden blocks.south east end. exp2 west
Jan 10, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to file an acceptable 6th round technical report in compliancewith code provisions:periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenaces as required by article 28.302 & the dob rules & regulations.360075
Jun 4, 2010 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to submit an acceptable 6th round technical report in compliance with code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by article 28.302 & the dept of buildings rules
Jan 9, 2009 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 20, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 18, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 17, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 7, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Sep 5, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Lighting
Jun 11, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
Lighting
Jun 11, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
Wiring
Jun 11, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jun 11, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Jun 11, 2026 · Apt 1
Close
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- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 13, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 12, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 14, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 17, 2025 · Apt 6
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 2, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 15, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 17, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 15, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Jan 23, 2024 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
Wiring
Jan 23, 2024 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 20, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 19, 2023 · Apt ENTIRE
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 15, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 14, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 22, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 26, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 19, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 19, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 24, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 24, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 22, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 22, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 2, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 28, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 10, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 21, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 30, 2019 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 20, 2019 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 16, 2019 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 8, 2019 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 2, 2019 · Apt BLDG
Close - Paint/plaster
Radiator
May 14, 2019 · Apt 9
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
May 14, 2019 · Apt 9
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 14, 2019 · Apt 9
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 14, 2019 · Apt 9
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 14, 2019 · Apt 5
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 21, 2018 · Apt 19
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 16, 2018 · Apt 11
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Nov 14, 2017 · Apt 8
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Nov 14, 2017 · Apt 8
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C7)
- Year built
- 1905
- Floors
- 6
- Residential units
- 22
- Building area
- 19,329 ft²
- Lot area
- 3,992 ft²
- Zoning
- R7A
- Community board
- 109
- Council district
- 7
- Block / lot
- 1988 / 103
- Assessed value
- $1,759,500
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #102266, last renewed Jun 18, 2026.
Questions about 1520 Amsterdam Avenue
Who owns 1520 Amsterdam Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Yasmeh Realty LLC C/O.
Does 1520 Amsterdam Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 90 housing violations at this property.
Is 1520 Amsterdam Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 10 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 45% of its 22 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 1520 Amsterdam Avenue built?
City records list 1905 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 1520 Amsterdam Avenue?
It has 22 residential units and 27 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.