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120 West 138 Street

Manhattan, NY 10030BBL 1-02006-0045Map

Owner of record: 120 W. 138th St. Enterprises,

120 West 138 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1937 in Manhattan, 10030. It has 47 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is 120 W. 138th St. Enterprises,. HPD has recorded 491 housing violations here, most recently on August 31, 2026. 18 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 48 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
491
DOB violations
16
ECB violations
13
HPD complaints
1,141

What to know

Concern
6 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Aug 31, 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
48
About 100% of the building's 47 apartments
Up from 47 in 2018

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 · 491

  • 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 apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide door handle for re-entry at bulkhead door at public hall stairs, 6th story

    Aug 31, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass pane at 2nd window lower sash from south at west wall at public hall, 2nd story

    Aug 31, 2026

    Open — Nov certified on time
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall in the foyer located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 3E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at north wall in the foyer located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 3E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective spring balance at lower sash at fire escape window in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 3E

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective spring balance at lower sash at fire escape window in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • A

    Repair leaky water closet flush pipe connection in the bathroom located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Open — Invalid certification
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sqft at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
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  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls in the private hallway located at apt 5e, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 5E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and all walls in the foyer located at apt 5e, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 5E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of pests. evidence of flies in the entire apartment located at apt 5c, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 5C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of pests. evidence of flies all stories at public hall

    Aug 31, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • B

    Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods out of guide at north at 2nd fire escape from west at north, at building front at fire escape

    Jun 9, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes household storage at balcony 4th story at 2nd fire escape from west at north, at building front at fire escape

    Jun 9, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes household storage at balcony 5th story at 2nd fire escape from west at north, at building front at fire escape

    Jun 9, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes household storage at balcony at 2nd fire escape from west at north, at building front at fire escape

    Jun 9, 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 18, 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 17, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at hopper door at compactor closet, 1st story

    May 17, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 5e, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 17, 2026 · Apt 5E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 5e, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 17, 2026 · Apt 5E

    Open — Violation will be reinspected
  • C

    Replace the broken or defective cracked wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 6c, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 11, 2026 · Apt 6C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 6c, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 14, 2026 · Apt 6C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Nov 30, 2025 · Apt 2D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Nov 30, 2025 · Apt 1D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at basement

    Nov 30, 2025

    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 17, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    § 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder 3rd from east at building front at fire escape, 1st story

    Nov 15, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the kitchen located at apt 5e, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 26, 2025 · Apt 5E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 5e, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 26, 2025 · Apt 5E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak above ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 5e, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 26, 2025 · Apt 5E

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 5e, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 26, 2025 · Apt 5E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 1st room from east at center located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 8, 2025 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the door frame in the entrance located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 8, 2025 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Oct 8, 2025 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Oct 8, 2025 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north, east walls and ceiling in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 8, 2025 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective counter balance at lower window sash at 1st window from east at south in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 8, 2025 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Oct 8, 2025 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Oct 8, 2025 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 27, 2025 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 27, 2025 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at hopper chute door at public hall, 3rd story

    Sep 27, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

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

    Sep 27, 2025 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 27, 2025 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color celling and north wall in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 27, 2025 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 16

  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    May 2, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 9, 2017

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 17, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 30, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2012 cat 1 insp/tst

    May 30, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 24, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 21, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 24, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 14, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 19, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 12, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 23, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p6285

    Jul 22, 2002

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p6285

    May 8, 2001

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p6285

    May 24, 2000

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 13, 1993

    Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed

ECB violations · 13

  • Class - 2

    10-m-07,40-y-13,68-m-07,31-v-01,97-o-02:10-m-07-car door gibs missing provide,oil leaking from gear box clean & seal.68-m-07-maintenance logmissing (provided).31-v-01-floor level adjust.entire device dirty to b

    May 31, 2016

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work without a permit:installation of gas pipe.inspection time:8:52am on 10-07-15,i observed in basement hundreds of feet of 3/4" black gas pipe running to and from meters.testing equipment was also installed.t

    Oct 7, 2015 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    15m07,67m07,10h11,10m07,70o02,71m07,72m07,70m07,34o02,52o02,53o02,77q03,05u01,39v02,32h11,08v01,56v13,57e01,61g11,42g11,61t07,80q03,42m07. 15m-car one signature missing.67-provide perk 3. 10h-provide 2 new gib

    Aug 15, 2011 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    16i10/39p07/66p07. 16-repair handle lobby hoistway door. 39-provide. 66-provide.

    Jul 13, 2005 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    16l10/5j10/26u5/39y2/38y2/55y13/86u5 16l10=slams 1,4 fls 5j10=too muchgap between car door and car post 26u5=2 ,5 year tags.

    Jan 27, 2004 · Penalty $440

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    58,j,1 55,y,13 39,i,10 25,3,6 84,x,10 59,b,7 33,0,2 66,0,2 39 window 25 as per code 84 to by pass basement cut out as per code

    Sep 16, 2003 · Penalty $440

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    5j11,8v1,16l1,23x11,38y2,59b7,41g12 5j11=too much gap between car doors and car post 16l11=adjust checks all floors(sloming)23 x 11=3rd fl. down 41g12=#2fuse wired

    Jun 17, 2003

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    85,bb,5 63,m,7 41,g,9 83,0,2 58 ,j,1 40,w,6 59,b,7 25,#,6 84,x,10 25 as per code 84 fire service in car key

    May 6, 2003

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    5j11, 20l11, 22y2,22o2,23u16, 25q3, 35i11, 40h11, 50y14, 73u16. 5j11= too much gap between car door and car post 20l11= 3rd floor down button 22y2 & 22o2= car top 35i11= window 40h11= bushing 73u16= city i.d. n

    Feb 22, 2002 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    35p07-08j10-15b01-74i11. 08-j-01,2,3,4,5,6. #15-b-01,2,3,4,5,6. #74-i-11 repair or replace handrail inside elevator.

    Sep 24, 2001

    Resolve
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  • Non-hazardous

    31q,30q,36w,53,37g,74x. 30-access holes . 74-have elev. answer all call.

    Nov 15, 1994

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    02x,08l,21x,28l,37#,25#,37q,40l,46l,50y,51f,52#,35d,57o,743,73o,54m. 25 and 37 file application and obtain permit. 37 selector choose. 52 oil soaked. 35 smoke hole grating. 74 excess oil car top

    Dec 22, 1992 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    02x,22d,8v,14q,35p,74x,1x, 74. have elevator ans all call-1 have switch ring when pull.

    Mar 24, 1992 · Penalty $75

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Sep 25, 2026 · Apt 3H

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 25, 2026 · Apt 3H

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Sep 25, 2026 · Apt 3H

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3H

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door frame

    Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3H

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3H

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3H

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3H

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 23, 2026 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 23, 2026 · Apt 5F

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Aug 9, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 9, 2026 · Apt 1HCONF

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jun 6, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 5, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jun 5, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jun 5, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jun 4, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jun 4, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    May 26, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    May 26, 2026 · Apt 6C

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    May 26, 2026 · Apt 6C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 26, 2026 · Apt 6C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 18, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 18, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    May 17, 2026 · Apt 1E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 16, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Apr 28, 2026 · Apt 5E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 26, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Feb 21, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 18, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 28, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 28, 2026 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 28, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 27, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 27, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 13, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 10, 2026 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 28, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 14, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 28, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 15, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 13, 2025 · Apt 6A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 13, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 10, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 10, 2025 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 1, 2025 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 29, 2025 · Apt 1E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 24, 2025 · Apt 5E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 17, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 17, 2025 · 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
Elevator apartment building (D1)
Year built
1937
Floors
6
Residential units
47
Building area
29,412 ft²
Lot area
6,937 ft²
Zoning
R7-2
Community board
110
Council district
9
Block / lot
2006 / 45
Assessed value
$1,469,250
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #104317, last renewed Dec 4, 2025.

Questions about 120 West 138 Street

Who owns 120 West 138 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 120 W. 138th St. Enterprises,.

Does 120 West 138 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 491 housing violations at this property.

Is 120 West 138 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 48 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 47 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 120 West 138 Street built?

City records list 1937 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 120 West 138 Street?

It has 47 residential units.

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