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
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
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 104
- 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.
May 7, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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 12, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
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 - 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
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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 29, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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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- CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - 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 16, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
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 - 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 4, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - 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. , 1st story
Nov 19, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
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 - 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 24, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose handrail at public hall stairs, 3rd story
Jul 27, 2018
Open — Invalid certification - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose newel cap at bottom at public hall stairs, 1st story
Jul 27, 2018
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
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 - 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
Jul 27, 2018
Open — Invalid certification - 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
Jul 27, 2018
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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
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.