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529 West 138 Street

Manhattan, NY 10031BBL 1-02070-0016Map

Owner of record: 529 West Associates

529 West 138 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10031. It has 10 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 529 West Associates. HPD has recorded 104 housing violations here, most recently on May 7, 2026. 22 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
104
DOB violations
15
ECB violations
1
HPD complaints
191

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 7, 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 · 104

  • 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.

    May 7, 2026

    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.

    Jun 12, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latchset at vestibule door at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 8, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 29, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 2n, 8th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 5, 2021 · Apt 2N

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the west wall, ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2n, 8th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 5, 2021 · Apt 2N

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... 8 square feet at west wall, ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2n, 8th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 5, 2021 · Apt 2N

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the north wall, south wall, ceiling in the 5th room from north located at apt 2n, 8th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 5, 2021 · Apt 2N

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wiring at north wall fuse box in the kitchen located at apt 2n, 8th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 5, 2021 · Apt 2N

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2n, 8th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 5, 2021 · Apt 2N

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2n, 8th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 5, 2021 · Apt 2N

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    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 = 1; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 2n, 8th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 5, 2021 · Apt 2N

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit the lower window sash of the first winodw from west at north in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 2n, 8th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 5, 2021 · Apt 2N

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 2nd room from north located at apt 2n, 8th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 5, 2021 · Apt 2N

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 1st room from north at west, the 1st room from north at east, the kitchen , the bathroom , the 5th room from north located at apt 2n, 8th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 5, 2021 · Apt 2N

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... 8 square feet at west wall, ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2n, 8th story, 1st apartment from west at north original violation 14667301 issued 05-nov-21 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Nov 5, 2021 · Apt 2N

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • 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 16, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeds allowable operating temperature 167 degrees found at fixtures in the kitchen located at apt 2n, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 21, 2020 · Apt 2N

    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 4, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective located at apt 4n, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 19, 2018 · Apt 4N

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 3rd room from north, the bathroom , the 2nd room from north, the 1st room from north at east, the 1st room from north at west located at apt 4n, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 19, 2018 · Apt 4N

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective located at apt 4n, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 19, 2018 · Apt 4N

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... approx. 25 sq ft north wall, west wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 4n, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 19, 2018 · Apt 4N

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ... south wall, west wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 4n, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 19, 2018 · Apt 4N

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... approx. 10 sq ft north wall, west wall in the bathroom located at apt 4n, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 19, 2018 · Apt 4N

    Open — Invalid certification
  • 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. , 1st story

    Nov 19, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4n, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 19, 2018 · Apt 4N

    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 24, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly secure the loose handrail at public hall stairs, 3rd story

    Jul 27, 2018

    Open — Invalid certification
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department north wall at public hall stairs, 3rd story

    Jul 27, 2018

    Open — Invalid certification
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective north wall with fire retardant material at public hall stairs, 3rd story

    Jul 27, 2018

    Open — Invalid certification
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department north wall at public hall stairs, 2nd story

    Jul 27, 2018

    Open — Invalid certification
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective north wall with fire retardant material at public hall stairs, 2nd story

    Jul 27, 2018

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Properly secure the loose newel cap at bottom at public hall stairs, 1st story

    Jul 27, 2018

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of garbage and recycling bins under stairs at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 27, 2018

    Open — Invalid certification
  • 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

    Jul 27, 2018

    Open — Invalid certification
  • 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 at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 27, 2018

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing front rail support bracket at 3rd sty balcony, south stack at fire escape

    May 15, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing front rail support bracket at 4th sty balcony, south stack at fire escape

    May 15, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing front rail support bracket at 5th sty balcony, south stack at fire escape

    May 15, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of household items at 4th sty balcony, south stack, building front at fire escape

    Apr 25, 2017

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of household items at 5th sty balcony, south stack, building front at fire escape

    Apr 25, 2017

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of flower pot and christmas lights at 2nd sty balcony, south stack, building front at fire escape

    Apr 25, 2017

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening consisting of an unacceptable electromagnetic locking device installed at building entrance door , 1st story

    Apr 25, 2017

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide security in the event of a power outage by means of an acceptable mechanical heavy duty lock and latch set at the building entrance door , 1st story

    Apr 25, 2017

    Open — Invalid certification
  • 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 minimum required (light fixtures present) at front areaway

    Jan 17, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Nov 2, 2015 · Apt 2N

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

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

    Nov 2, 2015 · Apt 2N

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    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 = 1; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 2; in the entire apartment located at apt 2n, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 2, 2015 · Apt 2N

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 15

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

    Nov 14, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

    Nov 14, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection

    Sep 23, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report

    Nov 8, 2019

    Dob violation - active
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  • 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 2011 inspection report

    Mar 1, 2013

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 1

  • Class - 2

    Found exposed wiring, oil lines exposed and not fire rated, return oil line corroded, poor lighting in boiler room.

    Jul 25, 2023

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 2, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Mar 2, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 2, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 2, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Feb 16, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Feb 16, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 10, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 10, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 10, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Feb 10, 2026 · Apt 2N

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 9, 2025 · Apt 5N

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 7, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Nov 1, 2021 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 31, 2020 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 18, 2020 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 27, 2020 · Apt 1N

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 27, 2020 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 17, 2020 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 8, 2019 · Apt 1N

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 2, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 24, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 30, 2018 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 15, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 15, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 15, 2018 · Apt 4N

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 15, 2018 · Apt 4N

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Nov 15, 2018 · Apt 4N

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 15, 2018 · Apt 4N

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 15, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 15, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 15, 2018 · Apt 1S

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Jul 25, 2018 · Apt 4S

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Jul 25, 2018 · Apt 4S

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Nov 8, 2017 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Nov 8, 2017 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Nov 8, 2017 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Nov 8, 2017 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 8, 2017 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 8, 2017 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Nov 8, 2017 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Nov 8, 2017 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 8, 2017 · Apt 5S

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 13, 2017 · Apt 1N

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 24, 2017 · Apt 4N

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 21, 2015 · Apt 1S

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 25, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 25, 2015 · Apt 3N

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 14, 2015 · Apt 2S

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 23, 2015 · Apt 2N

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Mar 23, 2015 · Apt 4S

    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 (C1)
Year built
1910
Floors
5
Residential units
10
Building area
8,885 ft²
Lot area
2,498 ft²
Zoning
R7A
Community board
109
Council district
7
Block / lot
2070 / 16
Assessed value
$779,400
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #108489, last renewed Aug 28, 2025.

Questions about 529 West 138 Street

Who owns 529 West 138 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 529 West Associates.

Does 529 West 138 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 104 housing violations at this property.

Is 529 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 529 West 138 Street built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 529 West 138 Street?

It has 10 residential units.

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