542 West 147 Street
Manhattan, NY 10031BBL 1-02078-0057Map
Owner of record: 542 West 147 Street LLC
542 West 147 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Manhattan, 10031. It has 15 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 542 West 147 Street LLC. HPD has recorded 58 housing violations here, most recently on March 11, 2026. 4 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 5 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 58
- DOB violations
- 9
- ECB violations
- 2
- HPD complaints
- 455
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 · 58
- CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door leading to west yard at public hall, 1st story
Mar 11, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of free standing radiator at door leading to west yard at south wall at public hall, 1st story
Mar 11, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical light fixture at ceiling in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 25, 2026 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 25, 2026 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective lock at entrance door in the bathroom located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 25, 2026 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules defective in the entire apartment located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations defective in the entire apartment located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door leading to west yard at public hall, 1st story
Feb 9, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing bent drop ladder at building front at fire escape
Apr 24, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the east and west wall in the foyer located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 6, 2023 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 6, 2023 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 6, 2023 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective fixture electric light at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 6, 2023 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 4, 2023 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective upper cabinet at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 4, 2023 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 4, 2023 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Replace with new the missing riser escutcheon plate at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 4, 2023 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and all walls in the 5th room from north located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 4, 2023 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood stool at east window in the 5th room from north located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 4, 2023 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Replace with new the missing upper riser escutcheon plate in the 5th room from north located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 4, 2023 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet .. in the bathroom located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 4, 2023 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 4, 2023 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective lower sash balances at west window in the bathroom located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 4, 2023 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective mortise lock at door in the entrance located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 4, 2023 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of rodents evidence of dropping at rear yard
Sep 26, 2022
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door leading to basement at public hall at northwest , 1st story
Sep 26, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing bent shoe at drop ladder at fire escape building front
Sep 13, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tile in the 2nd room from east located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 15, 2019 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 15, 2019 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
§ 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder at rear .. at fire escape
Aug 15, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of tree limbs covering rear fire escape balcony at 2nd story
Aug 15, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of bicycles and strollers at public hall, 1st story
Aug 15, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective gasket at refrigerator door in the kitchen located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 15, 2019 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at west wall ( 2 sq. ft.) in the bathroom located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 19, 2019 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 19, 2019 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 19, 2019 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall in the 5th room from north located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 19, 2019 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 19, 2019 · Apt 21
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 19, 2019 · Apt 21
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 19, 2019 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors .. in the entrance located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 19, 2019 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Replace with new the missing escutcheon plate at ceiling around heat riser in the bathroom located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 19, 2019 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective marble saddle in the entrance located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 19, 2019 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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
Jun 19, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
§ 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 frame missing at public hall, 1st story
Jun 19, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective electrical outlet at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 19, 2019 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Replace the broken or defective bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Oct 9, 2016 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Oct 9, 2016 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Oct 9, 2016 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water at all fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 31, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 22, 2013 · Apt 31
Open — Civ14 mailed
DOB building violations · 9
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 3, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 10, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 2
- Non-hazardous
Bq9/50a 50b/50c 50d/50e hb smith c.i. lp steam blr, oil-flr 2004 bq9 (27-147) reference replacement boiler was installed without a permit. respondent must produce a signed off schedule c and 900a application as
Aug 19, 2005 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Occupancy contrary to cofo or bldg dept reads noted applicate # 10216821 sign staff for cellar indicates change in use or occupancy however i observed 1/3rm apt in basement full kitchen and bath 1/ separte
May 16, 2003 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 30, 2026 · Apt 51
Open - Plumbing
Toilet
Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 42
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 24, 2026 · Apt 51
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 21, 2026 · Apt 51
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 21, 2026 · Apt 51
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 21, 2026 · Apt 51
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 21, 2026 · Apt 51
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 4, 2026 · Apt 51
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 4, 2026 · Apt 51
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 10, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close
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- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 8, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Door
Feb 4, 2026 · Apt 21
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Feb 4, 2026 · Apt 21
Close - Door/window
Door
Jan 8, 2026 · Apt 51
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jan 4, 2026 · Apt 51
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 9, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Sep 6, 2025 · Apt 42
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
May 5, 2025 · Apt 21
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 5, 2025 · Apt 21
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 12, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Aug 18, 2024 · Apt 52
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 16, 2024 · Apt 15
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 30, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Door
Nov 22, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 21
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 21
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 21
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 21
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 21
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 21
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 21
Close - Door/window
Door
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 21
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 21
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 21
Close - Door/window
Door
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 21
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 21
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 21
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 21
Close - Door/window
Door
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 21
Close - General
Cabinet
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 21
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 20, 2022 · Apt BSMTC
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Sep 12, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Door
Mar 8, 2022 · Apt 42
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Mar 3, 2022 · Apt 23
Close - Electric
Power outage
Nov 30, 2021 · Apt 52
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 30, 2021 · Apt 52
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 16, 2019 · Apt 53
Close - Flooring/stairs
Stairs
Aug 5, 2019 · Apt 21
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Aug 5, 2019 · Apt 21
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 5, 2019 · Apt 21
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C1)
- Year built
- 1930
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 15
- Building area
- 12,575 ft²
- Lot area
- 3,747 ft²
- Zoning
- R7A
- Community board
- 109
- Council district
- 7
- Block / lot
- 2078 / 57
- Assessed value
- $888,300
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #113458, last renewed Sep 12, 2025.
Questions about 542 West 147 Street
Who owns 542 West 147 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 542 West 147 Street LLC.
Does 542 West 147 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 58 housing violations at this property.
Is 542 West 147 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 5 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 33% of its 15 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 542 West 147 Street built?
City records list 1930 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 542 West 147 Street?
It has 15 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.