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137 West 142 Street

Manhattan, NY 10030BBL 1-02011-0016Map

Owner of record: 137-139 W 142nd Corp INC

137 West 142 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Manhattan, 10030. It has 21 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 137-139 W 142nd Corp INC. HPD has recorded 58 housing violations here, most recently on September 25, 2023. 31 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
58
DOB violations
0
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
17

What to know

Concern
7 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Sep 25, 2023

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

  • C

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

    Sep 25, 2023 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Sep 25, 2023 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Sep 25, 2023 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Sep 25, 2023 · Apt 3B

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and all walls in the private hallway located at apt 3b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Sep 25, 2023 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and all walls in the kitchen located at apt 3b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Sep 25, 2023 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt 3b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Sep 25, 2023 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Apr 26, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the 1st room from east located at apt 3d, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 26, 2023 · Apt 3D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Oct 7, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • 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

    Oct 7, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Oct 7, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Oct 7, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Oct 7, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Oct 7, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 missing at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 7, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 missing at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 7, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Sep 30, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Sep 30, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Sep 30, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 public hall, 1st story

    Sep 30, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Sep 30, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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
  • 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

    Nov 7, 2004

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Nov 7, 2004

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 sign missing at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 7, 2004

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate lockable gate at fire escape window in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 4b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 7, 2004 · Apt 4B

    Open — Not complied with
  • 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 4b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 7, 2004 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 4b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 7, 2004 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective .. in the entrance located at apt 4b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 7, 2004 · Apt 4B

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at west wall in the private hallway located at apt 4b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 7, 2004 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 7, 2004 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 200 watts required

    Nov 14, 2003

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate , in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 4b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 28, 2001 · Apt 4B

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 28, 2001 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east wall in the foyer located at apt 4b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 28, 2001 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and walls center east room 2 sty northwest apt 4b. , section '' ''

    Mar 21, 1999 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and walls center room 2 sty northwest apt 4b. , section '' ''

    Mar 21, 1999 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of water leak ceiling center room 2 sty northwest apt 4b. , section '' ''

    Mar 21, 1999 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and wall northwest room 2 sty northwest apt 4b. , section '' ''

    Mar 21, 1999 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 2 sty northwest apt 4b. , section '' ''

    Mar 21, 1999 · Apt 4B

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling north room 2 sty north apt 4b. , section '' ''

    Mar 21, 1999 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of water leak ceiling north room 2 sty northwest apt 4b. , section '' ''

    Mar 21, 1999 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department northwest room ceiling and walls throughout at 2 sty northwest apt 4b. , section '' ''

    Oct 28, 1998 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of moisture penetrating ceiling at northeast room 2 sty northwest apt 4b. , section '' ''

    Oct 28, 1998 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling at northeast room 2 sty northwest apt 4b. , section '' ''

    Oct 28, 1998 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit entrance door 2 sty north apt 4b. , section '' ''

    May 28, 1992 · Apt 4B

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile floor bathroom 2 sty north apt 4b. , section '' ''

    May 28, 1992 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls kitchen & walls & ceiling bathroom 2 sty north apt 4b. , section '' ''

    May 28, 1992 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit door bathroom 3 sty southeast apt 1c. , section '' ''

    Jul 11, 1990 · Apt 1C

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 0

No DOB violations on record

ECB violations · 2

  • Class - 2

    Unapproved/unsafe/unsuitable electrical equipment apparatus,materials,devices,appliances or wiring in use. in basement there are defective service disconnect switches,distribution fuse box,defective wiring(doub

    Oct 21, 2020 · Penalty $800

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o a permit.illegal work noted: at 1st fl apt 1a partitions removed & new partitions erected to create closets & change layout w/ workapprox 60% completed.remedy:stop all work,expect to make safe

    Apr 9, 2007 · Penalty $500

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 25, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 17, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 16, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 22, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 19, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 14, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 11, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Dec 11, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 22, 2023 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 25, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
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  • General

    Cooking gas

    Apr 25, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 9, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Sep 15, 2020 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Sep 15, 2020 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Sep 15, 2020 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • General

    Stairs

    Nov 9, 2005 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Oct 26, 2004 · Apt 4B

    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 (C6)
Year built
1920
Floors
5
Residential units
21
Building area
17,470 ft²
Lot area
4,996 ft²
Zoning
R7-2
Community board
110
Council district
9
Block / lot
2011 / 16
Assessed value
$960,750
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #131254, last renewed Sep 13, 2025.

Questions about 137 West 142 Street

Who owns 137 West 142 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 137-139 W 142nd Corp INC.

Does 137 West 142 Street have violations?

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

Is 137 West 142 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 137 West 142 Street built?

City records list 1920 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 137 West 142 Street?

It has 21 residential units.

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