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537 Edgecombe Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10032BBL 1-02108-0026Map

Owner of record: 537 Edgecombe LLC

537 Edgecombe Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1913 in Manhattan, 10032. It has 9 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 537 Edgecombe LLC. HPD has recorded 53 housing violations here, most recently on January 7, 2025. 4 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 1 rent-stabilized apartment here in 2024.

HPD violations
53
DOB violations
11
ECB violations
13
HPD complaints
88

What to know

Concern
2 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Jan 7, 2025

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

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
1
About 11% of the building's 9 apartments
Down from 4 in 2018

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.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 53

  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 7, 2025 · Apt 5W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 7, 2025 · Apt 5W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at boiler room at basement

    Jan 7, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 1e, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 7, 2025 · Apt 1E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 26, 2024 · Apt 5W

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 8, 2023 · Apt 4E

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling in the 1st room from east located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 8, 2023 · Apt 4E

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and all walls in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 8, 2023 · Apt 4E

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling in vestibule hall , 1st story

    Oct 8, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling in vestibule , 1st story

    Oct 8, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation vestibule door , 1st story

    Oct 8, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at north wall in vestibule , 1st story

    Oct 8, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling in the 3rd room from east located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 8, 2023 · Apt 4E

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the 3rd room from east located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 8, 2023 · Apt 4E

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling in the foyer located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 8, 2023 · Apt 4E

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective escutcheon plate at top of heat riser in the bathroom located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 8, 2023 · Apt 4E

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation heat riser in the bathroom located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 8, 2023 · Apt 4E

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective grout around bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 8, 2023 · Apt 4E

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 8, 2023 · Apt 4E

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 8, 2023 · Apt 4E

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 8, 2023 · Apt 4E

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective escutcheon plate at top of heat riser in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 8, 2023 · Apt 4E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 8, 2023 · Apt 4E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at boiler room

    Apr 21, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2e, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Apr 21, 2023 · Apt 2E

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2e, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 21, 2023 · Apt 2E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at boiler room

    Apr 9, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2e, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 9, 2023 · Apt 2E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 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.

    Feb 15, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of 2 free standing radiator at public hall, 1st story

    Jan 9, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system missing at public hall

    Oct 24, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall

    Oct 24, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace the broken or defective faucet at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1w, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 2, 2018 · Apt 1W

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes bar b que grill and household items at 3rd story east fire escape balcony

    Jul 29, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system missing at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 18, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 18, 2015

    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.

    Oct 1, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agency?s housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 29, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 ***minimum 100 watts of incandescent light required.(fixture present)***

    Sep 22, 2013

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the north wall in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 11, 2013 · Apt 4E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the north wall in the 3rd room from east at north located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 11, 2013 · Apt 4E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Sep 11, 2013 · Apt 4E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the west wall in the kitchen located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 11, 2013 · Apt 4E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the west wall in the kitchen located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 11, 2013 · Apt 4E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at the east wall at lobby, 1st story

    Jun 8, 2013

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Jun 8, 2013 · Apt 4E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the vestibule ceiling , 1st story

    Jun 8, 2013

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceiling at vestibule with fire-retartant material , 1st story

    Jun 8, 2013

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at the north wall in the kitchen located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 8, 2013 · Apt 4E

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 11

  • 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 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Feb 19, 2020

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Oct 30, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    May 30, 2018

    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

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    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
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 13

  • Class - 1

    At time of inspection observed that from the 2nd to 5th floor level on rear yard/ right building exposure #3 that windows leading to access onto fire escape egress platforms are obstructed with a/c units instal

    Jun 26, 2025 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Competent person note:atoi on active jobsite i observed daily super ofconst logs were being filled since1/6/22 by juan nugra not by jaime nugra upon request for designated person or new designated person none w

    Mar 14, 2022 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35461475n issued on 11-21-19 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. remedy: comp

    Jan 4, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. noted at facadeexposure #4 vertical crack in masonry wall from 1st floor up to roof. remedy: repair/replace

    Nov 21, 2019 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building wall(s) or appurtenances. noted:at time of inspection i observed at exposure#4 at street level there is a vertical cracks on facade on facade approx 8'h and approx 1/2" in width als

    Oct 8, 2019 · Penalty $6,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg walls appurtenances. noted: at time of inspection i observed: at exposure 1st sty level there is a verticle crack approx 8 feet n height & approx 1/2"inch in width also there cracked

    Aug 10, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building walls or appurtenances noted: at exposure#4 at 1st story level there is a verticle crack approximately 8 ft in height and approximately 1/2"inch in width.also cracked bricks

    May 29, 2019 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35297797y issued on 12-8-17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or file a cert of correction.

    Aug 23, 2018 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35297797y issued on 12/08/17 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.for:work without a permi

    Jul 14, 2018 · Penalty $6,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/v olation#35297797y issued on 12/08/17 and to file a certificate of cor ection pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.for:work without a permi

    May 30, 2018 · Penalty $6,250

    Resolve
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  • Class - 1

    Work w/o permit.noted;at apt #2w,on 2nd fl,installed new electric fixtures throughout the apt(lights,outlets)also installed water and waste lines for a 3c bathrm(toilet,tub and sink)rem:obtain all permits.

    Dec 8, 2017 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.noted in apt.#4e hot water line in bedroom coming trhrough floor above has large hole in ceiling.in kitchen area subflr in passageway is missing kitchen tile at

    Dec 15, 2011

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    34a

    Mar 22, 2004

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 23, 2025 · Apt 1W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 9, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 4, 2025 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 26, 2024 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 10, 2024 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 5, 2023 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 16, 2023 · Apt 5E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 16, 2023 · Apt 5E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 15, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 15, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Nov 15, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Nov 15, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 15, 2023 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 13, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 13, 2023 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 13, 2023 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 7, 2023 · Apt 5E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 30, 2023 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 16, 2023 · Apt 5E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 13, 2023 · Apt 1W

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 3, 2023 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 3, 2023 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 3, 2023 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Sep 1, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jul 25, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 12, 2023 · Apt 2E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 5, 2023 · Apt 1W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 5, 2023 · Apt 1W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 19, 2023 · Apt 2E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 7, 2023 · Apt 2E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 2, 2023 · Apt 2E

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Apr 2, 2023 · Apt 2E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 2, 2023 · Apt 2E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 2, 2023 · Apt 2E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 7, 2019 · Apt 2E

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Dec 28, 2018 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 20, 2018 · Apt 2E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 16, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 15, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 15, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 15, 2018 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 15, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 13, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 13, 2017 · Apt 1W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 13, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 11, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 11, 2017 · Apt 4W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 11, 2017 · Apt 1W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 24, 2017 · Apt 1W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 22, 2017 · Apt 3E

    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 (C7)
Year built
1913
Floors
5
Residential units
9
Building area
10,691 ft²
Lot area
2,625 ft²
Zoning
R7-2
Community board
112
Council district
10
Block / lot
2108 / 26
Assessed value
$467,550
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #116725, last renewed Jun 24, 2026.

Questions about 537 Edgecombe Avenue

Who owns 537 Edgecombe Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 537 Edgecombe LLC.

Does 537 Edgecombe Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 53 housing violations at this property.

Is 537 Edgecombe Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 1 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 11% of its 9 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 537 Edgecombe Avenue built?

City records list 1913 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 537 Edgecombe Avenue?

It has 9 residential units and 10 units in total.

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