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128 West 138 Street

Manhattan, NY 10030BBL 1-02006-0049Map

Owner of record: 128 W 138th St Housing Dev Cor

128 West 138 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1930 in Manhattan, 10030. It has 60 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is 128 W 138th St Housing Dev Cor. HPD has recorded 116 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 3 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
116
DOB violations
15
ECB violations
1
HPD complaints
206

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

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 · 116

  • 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
  • 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
  • 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

    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.

    Mar 16, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the soot at ceiling and all walls in the private hallway located at apt 2e, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from west at north

    Oct 27, 2022 · Apt 2E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of furnitures at fire door in the 3rd room from north located at apt 2e, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from west at north

    Oct 27, 2022 · Apt 2E

    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 bathroom located at apt 2e, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from west at north

    Oct 27, 2022 · Apt 2E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door hinges in the entrance located at apt 2e, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from west at north

    Oct 27, 2022 · Apt 2E

    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.

    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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  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector one missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south , section at east

    Jul 31, 2014 · Apt 1D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south , section at east

    Jul 31, 2014 · Apt 1D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors .... in the entrance located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south , section at east

    Jul 31, 2014 · Apt 1D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective window counter balances top and bottom sashes in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south , section at east

    Jul 23, 2014 · Apt 1D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 5f, 5th story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Jul 11, 2012 · Apt 5F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 5f, 5th story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Jul 11, 2012 · Apt 5F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 5f, 5th story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Jul 11, 2012 · Apt 5F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective medicine cabinet in the bathroom located at apt 5f, 5th story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Jul 11, 2012 · Apt 5F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective wall cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 5f, 5th story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Jul 11, 2012 · Apt 5F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of air conditioner unit extending more than 6 inches without proper support at 1st. window from east at front of building, , 3rd story, section at west

    Jul 9, 2012

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of air conditioner unit extending more than 6 inches without proper support at 6th. window from east at front of building , 4th story, section at west

    Jul 9, 2012

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of air conditioner units extending more than 6 inches with out proper support at 2nd., 3rd., and 6th., windows from from east at front of building. , 5th story, section at west

    Jul 9, 2012

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective brick and mortar from ground up to roof , at front of building , east and west section, all stories

    Jul 9, 2012

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 5f, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jul 9, 2012 · Apt 5F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 5f, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jul 9, 2012 · Apt 5F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 5f, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jul 9, 2012 · Apt 5F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 3rd room from north, the foyer , the kitchen , the bathroom located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 7, 2012 · Apt 1C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 7, 2012 · Apt 1C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiliing and all walls in the kitchen located at apt 2h, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section at west

    Sep 14, 2011 · Apt 2H

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Sep 14, 2011 · Apt 2H

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the riser pipe in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 2h, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section at west

    Sep 14, 2011 · Apt 2H

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Sep 14, 2011 · Apt 2H

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective electrical light fixture at ceiling in the foyer located at apt 5f, 5th story, 4th apartment from east at south

    Sep 9, 2011 · Apt 5F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all wall, ceiling and trim in the entire apartment located at apt 5f, 5th story, 4th apartment from east at south

    Jul 19, 2011 · Apt 5F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls in the bathroom located at apt 2h, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section at west

    Jun 16, 2011 · Apt 2H

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2h, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section at west

    Jun 16, 2011 · Apt 2H

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling at riser pipe in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 2h, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section at west

    Jun 16, 2011 · Apt 2H

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the south wall in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 2h, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section at west

    Jun 16, 2011 · Apt 2H

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 2h, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section at west

    Jun 16, 2011 · Apt 2H

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Section 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration for the wood paneling at all wall private halls in the entire apartment located at apt 2h, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jun 16, 2011 · Apt 2H

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2h, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jun 16, 2011 · Apt 2H

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Section 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration for the drop ceilings at all private halls in the entire apartment located at apt 2h, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jun 16, 2011 · Apt 2H

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls, ceiling and trim in the entire apartment located at apt 5f, 5th story, 4th apartment from east at south

    Mar 25, 2011 · Apt 5F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at gas range in the kitchen located at apt 2h, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 23, 2011 · Apt 2H

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Section 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration drop ceiling in the private hall located at apt 2h, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 23, 2011 · Apt 2H

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Section 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration wood paneling in the 1st room from north located at apt 2h, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 23, 2011 · Apt 2H

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Section 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration wood paneling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 2h, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 23, 2011 · Apt 2H

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Section 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration wood paneling in the private hall located at apt 2h, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 23, 2011 · Apt 2H

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors in the entrance located at apt 2h, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 23, 2011 · Apt 2H

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Section 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 at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 23, 2011

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 15

  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 5, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2017 cat 1 insp/tst tst

    Sep 6, 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 - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2016 cat 1 insp/tst

    Jan 26, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 16, 2017

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst

    Nov 14, 2016

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test

    Mar 31, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 12, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2011 inspection/test

    Oct 1, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 24, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
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  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Feb 27, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 13, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 23, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    1

    Jun 29, 1990

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    1

    Oct 12, 1989

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 1

  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o a permit: conditions noted: common wall between apartments 5g& 5h has an opening 36" wide 6'8" tall allowing passage between the two apts. remedy: obtain permit or restore premises to prior legal

    Sep 21, 2007 · Penalty $250

    Resolve

Complaints

  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jun 5, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 8, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 8, 2026 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 17, 2026 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 29, 2025 · Apt 4H

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jan 9, 2023 · Apt 6H

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jan 5, 2023 · Apt 3J

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jan 5, 2023 · Apt MULTIP

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 23, 2022 · Apt 3G

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 11, 2017 · Apt 1I

    Close
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  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jul 17, 2014 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jul 17, 2014 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jul 17, 2014 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jul 14, 2014 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 19, 2013 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 14, 2013 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 8, 2013 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 13, 2013 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 7, 2012 · Apt 1I

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jul 6, 2012 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jul 6, 2012 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Jul 6, 2012 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Jul 6, 2012 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Jun 14, 2012 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jun 14, 2012 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Jun 14, 2012 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jun 1, 2012 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 1, 2012 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 1, 2012 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Door/frame

    Jun 1, 2012 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 1, 2012 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 1, 2012 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Dec 30, 2011 · Apt 4J

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 30, 2011 · Apt 4J

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 30, 2011 · Apt 4J

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 30, 2011 · Apt 4J

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Dec 30, 2011 · Apt 4J

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 30, 2011 · Apt 4J

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 30, 2011 · Apt 4J

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 26, 2011 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 13, 2011 · Apt 2H

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 13, 2011 · Apt 2H

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Aug 30, 2011 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Aug 30, 2011 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 30, 2011 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Aug 30, 2011 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Aug 30, 2011 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 30, 2011 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • General

    Ceramic-tile

    Aug 30, 2011 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Aug 30, 2011 · Apt 5F

    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 (D4)
Year built
1930
Floors
6
Residential units
60
Building area
36,252 ft²
Lot area
8,993 ft²
Zoning
R7-2
Community board
110
Council district
9
Block / lot
2006 / 49
Assessed value
$1,666,350
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #109954, last renewed Nov 28, 2025.

Questions about 128 West 138 Street

Who owns 128 West 138 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 128 W 138th St Housing Dev Cor.

Does 128 West 138 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 116 housing violations at this property.

Is 128 West 138 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 128 West 138 Street built?

City records list 1930 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 128 West 138 Street?

It has 60 residential units.

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