531 West 152 Street
Manhattan, NY 10031BBL 1-02084-0015Map
Owner of record: George Barbee Limite
531 West 152 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1900 in Manhattan, 10031. It has 10 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is George Barbee Limite. HPD has recorded 33 housing violations here, most recently on September 30, 2026. 5 of the 33 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 9 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 33
- DOB violations
- 19
- ECB violations
- 5
- HPD complaints
- 58
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 · 33
- ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in private dwellings missing
Sep 30, 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
Sep 30, 2026
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
Sep 30, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing consisting of permanently installed door stop at building vestibule door , 1st story
Aug 28, 2026
Open — False certification - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) ceiling, north wall, south wall in the bathroom located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 10, 2025 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) ceiling in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 10, 2025 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 30 sq ft at ceiling, north and south walls in the bathroom located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 3, 2025 · Apt 3B
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing magnetic device preventing door from self closing at vestibule door , 1st story
Jun 4, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - 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
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jun 3, 2021 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 5b , 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 14, 2014 · Apt 5B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 21, 2014 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and walls in the bathroom located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 21, 2014 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective electric ceiling light fixture in the foyer located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jul 21, 2014 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective electric ceiling light fixture in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jul 21, 2014 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective electric ceiling light fixture in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jul 21, 2014 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jul 21, 2014 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). that is defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jul 21, 2014 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling and east wall in the private hallway located at apt 5a, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Feb 9, 2014 · Apt 5A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 5a, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Feb 9, 2014 · Apt 5A
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at east wall in the private hallway located at apt 5a, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Feb 9, 2014 · Apt 5A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling ceiling in the foyer located at apt 5a, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Feb 4, 2014 · Apt 5A
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak above ceiling in the foyer located at apt 5a, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Feb 4, 2014 · Apt 5A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... ceiling approx, 10 square feet in the foyer located at apt 5a, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Feb 4, 2014 · Apt 5A
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak above closet ceiling in the foyer located at apt 5a, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Feb 4, 2014 · Apt 5A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... ceiling and all walls inside closet approx. 10 square feet in the foyer located at apt 5a, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Feb 4, 2014 · Apt 5A
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the foyer located at apt 5a, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Feb 4, 2014 · Apt 5A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 5a, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Feb 4, 2014 · Apt 5A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 5a, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Feb 4, 2014 · Apt 5A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of moisture penetration over ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Nov 8, 2008 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and north and west walls in the 1st room from north located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Nov 8, 2008 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of moisture penetratioin over ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Nov 8, 2008 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and south wall in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Nov 8, 2008 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 19
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report
Mar 3, 2015
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 - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 3, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Oct 28, 2006
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Feb 18, 2006
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Feb 11, 2006
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 6, 2006
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 31, 2005
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
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 · 5
- Class - 1
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in nov #35177576y issued on 03/29/16 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1,28-204.4 & 1rcny102-01. note: no document filed for work w/o a permit. remedy: comply
Nov 27, 2016
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in nov# 35177576y issued on 3/29/16 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1, 28-204.2 and 1rcny 102-01. noted: no document file for
Jul 18, 2016
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building walls or appurtenances. defect noted: building having at rear west side (exposure #2),roof level disconnected leader from roof scoop,causing to discharge storm water into rear yard.
Dec 19, 2009 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work w/o permit:work noted:construction work on weekend with one permit. installation of sheet rocks on walls & ceiling thru out 1st & 5th fl level. remedy:stop all work & obtain permit.
May 20, 2006 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to provide approved plans at time of inspection for application # 103849793 as required during construction operation. remedy: stop all work forthwith and obtain plans.
Dec 7, 2005
Resolve
Complaints
- Water leak
Heavy flow
Aug 25, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Aug 24, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - General
Signage missing
Aug 24, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Electric
No lighting
Aug 24, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - General
Janitor/super
Aug 24, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 24, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 24, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 24, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 24, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Aug 24, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close
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- Unsanitary condition
Mold
Aug 24, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 24, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Aug 24, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Aug 24, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 24, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Aug 24, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Aug 24, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Aug 24, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Aug 24, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - General
Ventilation system
Aug 24, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 20, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Aug 20, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 20, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Mar 12, 2026 · Apt 2F
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Mar 12, 2026 · Apt 2F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 12, 2026 · Apt 2F
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Mar 12, 2026 · Apt 2F
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Mar 12, 2026 · Apt 2F
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Mar 12, 2026 · Apt 2F
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Mar 12, 2026 · Apt 2F
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Dec 9, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Dec 9, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 9, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Dec 9, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Door
Dec 9, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Dec 9, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 1, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Oct 5, 2025 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 23, 2025 · Apt 1R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 1, 2025 · Apt 1R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 3, 2014 · Apt 3A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 24, 2014 · Apt 1A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 25, 2014 · Apt 1B
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 28, 2014 · Apt NA
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 17, 2014 · Apt NA
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 10, 2014 · Apt NA
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 6, 2014 · Apt NA
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 5, 2014 · Apt NA
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 1, 2014 · Apt NA
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 24, 2013 · Apt 3B
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C1)
- Year built
- 1900
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 10
- Building area
- 9,084 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,498 ft²
- Zoning
- R6A
- Community board
- 109
- Council district
- 7
- Block / lot
- 2084 / 15
- Assessed value
- $417,150
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #112659, last renewed Jul 9, 2026.
Questions about 531 West 152 Street
Who owns 531 West 152 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is George Barbee Limite.
Does 531 West 152 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 33 housing violations at this property.
Is 531 West 152 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 9 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 90% of its 10 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 531 West 152 Street built?
City records list 1900 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 531 West 152 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.