240 West 138 Street
Manhattan, NY 10030BBL 1-02023-0054Map
Owner of record: Shaw, Eulalee
240 West 138 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1891 in Manhattan, 10030. It has 7 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Shaw, Eulalee. HPD has recorded 98 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 45 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 7 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2023.
- HPD violations
- 98
- DOB violations
- 9
- ECB violations
- 2
- HPD complaints
- 82
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 · 98
- 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 29, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - 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 17, 2025
Open — Info nov sent out - 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.
Jun 4, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - 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 22, 2024
Open — Info nov sent out - 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 2, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - 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
Open — Info nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 12, 2023 · Apt 3F
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 12, 2023 · Apt 3F
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at boiler room
Jul 12, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing kick stand installed at door in the entrance located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 12, 2023 · Apt 3F
Open — Nov sent out
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- CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing hook and eye installed vestibule door at public hall, 1st story
Jul 12, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - 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
Jul 12, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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. at public hall, 1st story
Jul 12, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - 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
Jul 12, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 27, 2023 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at boiler room
Jun 27, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 21, 2023 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked in basement at boiler room
Apr 25, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 25, 2023 · Apt 3F
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures no cooking gas at range in the kitchen located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 21, 2023 · Apt 3F
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 21, 2023 · Apt 3F
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 21, 2023 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide written notice to the tenants at least twenty-four hours prior to essential service interruption by posting a notice in a prominent place within the public part of the building and on each floor of such building, where an owner must make a repair that may result in an interruption of essential services such as utilities(heat, hot water, gas, electricity, or elevator) that is expected to continue for more than two hours. sample notice available at www.nyc.gov/hpd or as provided in this notice of violation. heat and hot water interrupted
Apr 15, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 15, 2023 · Apt 1F
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 15, 2023 · Apt 1F
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at boiler room
Apr 15, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 15, 2023 · Apt 1F
Open — Nov sent out - 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 16, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - 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 2, 2022
Open — Info nov sent out - 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 16, 2022
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective north wall with fire retardent material at public hall, 3rd story
Jan 19, 2022
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the north wall at public hall, 3rd story
Jan 19, 2022
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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. at public hall, 1st story
Apr 17, 2021
Open — Nov sent out - 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 17, 2021
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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. at public hall, 1st story
Apr 17, 2021
Open — Nov sent out - 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 2, 2021
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking around interior window frame in the bathroom located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 9, 2021 · Apt 3F
Open — Nov certified late - ANon-hazardous
Refit fire rated door in the entrance located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 9, 2021 · Apt 3F
Open — Nov certified late - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the south wall in the foyer located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 9, 2021 · Apt 3F
Open — Nov certified late - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking around the window at west wall in the private hallway located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 9, 2021 · Apt 3F
Open — Nov certified late - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and west wall in the private hallway located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 9, 2021 · Apt 3F
Open — Nov certified late - ANon-hazardous
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. at public hall, 1st story
Oct 18, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - 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
Oct 18, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - 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. at public hall, 1st story
Oct 18, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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 18, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - 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
Oct 18, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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. at public hall, 1st story
Oct 18, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - 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 27, 2016
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.
Feb 3, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective window lower sash counter balances in the bathroom located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 5, 2013 · Apt 3F
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 9
- Construction other optional
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner : at time of inspection of a 3 story building alleyway observed at corner of expo. #4 & expo. #3 back of the building the block wall ( fence ) cracks at several places, some are more then 1 , the wall out of plumb , leaning to the alleyway. it can create safety hazard.
Aug 29, 2024
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 3, 2008
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 19, 2007
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 10, 1997
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 2
- Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner : at time of inspection of a 3 story building alleyway observed at corner of expo. #4 & expo. #3 back of the building the block wall ( fence ) cracks at sev
Aug 29, 2024 · Penalty $3,125
Active - Class - 2
Boiler not operating to provide heat. found thermostat in boiler room.
Oct 19, 2021 · Penalty $625
Active
Complaints
- Flooring/stairs
Floor
Oct 17, 2026 · Apt 3F
Open - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Oct 17, 2026 · Apt 3F
Open - Plumbing
Radiator
Oct 17, 2026 · Apt 3F
Open - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 17, 2026 · Apt 3F
Open - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Oct 17, 2026 · Apt 3F
Open - Plumbing
Radiator
Oct 17, 2026 · Apt 3F
Open - Door/window
Door
Oct 17, 2026 · Apt 3F
Open - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 3F
Open - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 3F
Open - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 3F
Open
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- Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 3F
Open - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 3F
Open - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 3F
Open - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 3F
Open - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 3F
Open - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 3F
Open - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 21, 2025 · Apt 3F
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 18, 2025 · Apt 3F
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Dec 2, 2024 · Apt 3F
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Dec 2, 2024 · Apt 3F
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Dec 2, 2024 · Apt 3F
Close - General
Cooking gas
Nov 28, 2023 · Apt 3F
Close - General
Cooking gas
Jun 27, 2023 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jun 27, 2023 · Apt 2R
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Apr 23, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Cooking gas
Apr 23, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 23, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 21, 2023 · Apt 2R
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Apr 21, 2023 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 19, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Cooking gas
Apr 19, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Cooking gas
Apr 14, 2023 · Apt 13
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 14, 2023 · Apt 13
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 13, 2023 · Apt 1F
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 7, 2023 · Apt 1F
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 6, 2023 · Apt 1F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 25, 2022 · Apt APT3F
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Oct 25, 2022 · Apt APT3F
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Apr 30, 2022 · Apt APT3F
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 13, 2022 · Apt 3F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 17, 2021 · Apt 3F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 17, 2021 · Apt 3F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 17, 2021 · Apt 3F
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 17, 2021 · Apt 3F
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 19, 2021 · Apt 3F
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 18, 2021 · Apt 3F
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
May 1, 2021 · Apt 3F
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Apr 26, 2021 · Apt 3F
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 13, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 23, 2021 · Apt 3F
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C5)
- Year built
- 1891
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 7
- Building area
- 4,592 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,298 ft²
- Zoning
- R7-2
- Community board
- 110
- Council district
- 9
- Block / lot
- 2023 / 54
- Assessed value
- $405,000
- Landmark / historic district
- St. Nicholas Historic District
HPD registration #127174, last renewed Jan 28, 2022.
Questions about 240 West 138 Street
Who owns 240 West 138 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Shaw, Eulalee.
Does 240 West 138 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 98 housing violations at this property.
Is 240 West 138 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 7 rent-stabilized units here in 2023 (about 100% of its 7 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 240 West 138 Street built?
City records list 1891 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 240 West 138 Street?
It has 7 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.