561 West 149 Street
Manhattan, NY 10031BBL 1-02081-0006Map
Owner of record: Breco 557w149 LLC
561 West 149 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10031. It has 60 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Breco 557w149 LLC. HPD has recorded 856 housing violations here, most recently on October 12, 2026. 38 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 58 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 856
- DOB violations
- 15
- ECB violations
- 2
- HPD complaints
- 1,018
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 · 856
- BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling. at public hall, 5th story
Oct 12, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling at public hall, 5th story
Oct 12, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak above the ceiling at public hall, 5th story
Oct 12, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 11, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Aug 19, 2026 · Apt 11
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective door frame in the entrance located at apt 11, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Aug 19, 2026 · Apt 11
Open — Civ14 mailed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10sq ft at ceiling. in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt 2
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - ANon-hazardous
Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet in the bathroom located at apt 11, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jul 15, 2026 · Apt 11
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 4th room from north located at apt 11, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jul 15, 2026 · Apt 11
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 11, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jul 15, 2026 · Apt 11
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 11, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jul 15, 2026 · Apt 11
Open — Nov sent out
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- BHazardous
Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in the waste line at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 11, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jul 15, 2026 · Apt 11
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling at public hall, 5th story
Jul 8, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint or post a sign indicating floors at all stories throughout at public hall
Jul 8, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice regarding rent stabilization law, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a conspicuous location within the common area at the buildings entrance. for more information about signage requirements, please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/required-signage.page
Jul 8, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at vestibule door , 1st story
Jul 8, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 5th story
Jul 8, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak above ceiling at public hall, 5th story
Jul 8, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical outlet at south wall in the kitchen located at apt 17, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 14, 2026 · Apt 17
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective bell and buzzer system from building entrance to intercom panel at west wall in the private hallway located at apt 17, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 14, 2026 · Apt 17
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at south wall the east wall and the west wall in the bathroom located at apt 17, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 14, 2026 · Apt 17
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective upper sash at window, spring balance 2nd window from east at south in the 4th room from north located at apt 17, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 14, 2026 · Apt 17
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical wall outlet at south wall in the 4th room from north located at apt 17, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 14, 2026 · Apt 17
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 17, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 14, 2026 · Apt 17
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Nyc fire code § 703.1.3; nyc fire code § 703.2: adjust door to prevent gaps between the top and side edges of door and door jamb exceeding the maximum allowable clearance of 1/8 of an inch and maximum allowable clearance of 3/4 of an inch between the door bottom and sill at .. in the entrance located at apt 17, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 14, 2026 · Apt 17
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective porcelain finish at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 17, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 14, 2026 · Apt 17
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical outlet at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 17, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 14, 2026 · Apt 17
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective silicone caulk at tiles around bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 17, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 14, 2026 · Apt 17
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Replace the broken or defective the washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 17, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 14, 2026 · Apt 17
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling and south wall at bulkhead
Jun 12, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at bulkhead door to roof
Jun 12, 2026
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling and south wall at bulkhead, roof.
Jun 12, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes household storage at balcony, at building front at 1st fire escape from east at south, 6th story
May 6, 2026
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective the door and door frame at bulkhead door , 5th story
Apr 23, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 21, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 23, 2026 · 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 11, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 16, 2026 · Apt 11
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules defective in the entrance located at apt 16, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 5, 2026 · Apt 16
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective bell and buzzer system from building entrance to intercom panel at north wall in the entrance located at apt 16, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 5, 2026 · Apt 16
Open — Nov sent out - 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 entrance located at apt 16, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 5, 2026 · Apt 16
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 21, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 1, 2026 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 21, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 1, 2026 · Apt 21
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set in the entrance located at apt 21, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 1, 2026 · Apt 21
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 21, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 1, 2026 · Apt 21
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical fixture at ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 21, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 1, 2026 · Apt 21
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of household storage blocking egress window in the 3rd room from east located at apt 21, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 1, 2026 · Apt 21
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 21, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 1, 2026 · Apt 21
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 21, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 1, 2026 · Apt 21
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 21, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 1, 2026 · Apt 21
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of ladder next to stairs at public hall, 3rd story
Apr 1, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 26, 2026 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at basement at boiler room
Jan 26, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed
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 2018 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 - 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 - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 19, 2003
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 26, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 16, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed
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- 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
- Class - 2
Glass missing in rear of boiler to sight fire,bolts & dogs not attached to front door on boiler,missing louver by front of boiler for combustion air,missing discharge for backflow correct violation &send in cer
Dec 10, 2021 · Penalty $625
Active - Class - 2
Illegal use in a residential district.legal use-apartment # 7.current use-take out restaurant.rem-discontinue illegal use.
Jan 4, 2010 · Penalty $4,000
Resolve
Complaints
- General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 16
Open - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 16
Open - Water leak
Heavy flow
Oct 5, 2026 · Apt 19
Open - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Sep 30, 2026 · Apt 17
Open - Door/window
Window frame
Sep 29, 2026 · Apt 18
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Sep 29, 2026 · Apt 18
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Sep 27, 2026 · Apt 19
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Sep 15, 2026 · Apt 17
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 19
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 19
Close
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- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Aug 5, 2026 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jul 11, 2026 · Apt 11
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Jul 11, 2026 · Apt 11
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Jul 11, 2026 · Apt 11
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Jul 11, 2026 · Apt 11
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Jun 25, 2026 · Apt 16
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 12
Close - Flooring/stairs
Stairs
Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 12
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 12
Close - Outside building
Roof door/hatch
Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 12
Close - Outside building
Pavement
Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 12
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 12
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Jun 8, 2026 · Apt 17
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jun 8, 2026 · Apt 17
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Jun 8, 2026 · Apt 17
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jun 8, 2026 · Apt 17
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 18, 2026 · Apt 4
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 30, 2026 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 30, 2026 · Apt 21
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 30, 2026 · Apt 21
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 26, 2026 · Apt 2
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 25, 2026 · Apt 21
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 25, 2026 · Apt 21
Close - Electric
Lighting
Mar 25, 2026 · Apt 21
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 25, 2026 · Apt 21
Close - Door/window
Door
Mar 25, 2026 · Apt 21
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Mar 25, 2026 · Apt 21
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 25, 2026 · Apt 21
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Mar 10, 2026 · Apt 16
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Feb 24, 2026 · Apt 17
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Feb 14, 2026 · Apt 16
Close - Door/window
Door
Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 11
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 8, 2026 · Apt 6
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Feb 3, 2026 · Apt 19
Close - Door/window
Door
Feb 3, 2026 · Apt 8
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 31, 2026 · Apt 6
Close - General
Ventilation system
Jan 29, 2026 · Apt 6
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 29, 2026 · Apt 6
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 28, 2026 · Apt 12
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 23, 2026 · Apt 2
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
- 60
- Building area
- 30,855 ft²
- Lot area
- 8,100 ft²
- Zoning
- R6A
- Community board
- 109
- Council district
- 7
- Block / lot
- 2081 / 6
- Assessed value
- $1,945,800
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #124650, last renewed Jul 1, 2025.
Questions about 561 West 149 Street
Who owns 561 West 149 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Breco 557w149 LLC.
Does 561 West 149 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 856 housing violations at this property.
Is 561 West 149 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 58 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 97% of its 60 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 561 West 149 Street built?
City records list 1910 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 561 West 149 Street?
It has 60 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.