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972 St Nicholas Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10032BBL 1-02109-0017Map

Owner of record: 160/159 Realty LLC

972 St Nicholas Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Manhattan, 10032. It has 12 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 160/159 Realty LLC. HPD has recorded 367 housing violations here, most recently on June 1, 2026. 7 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 11 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
367
DOB violations
26
ECB violations
9
HPD complaints
332

What to know

Concern
2 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Jun 1, 2026

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
11
About 92% of the building's 12 apartments

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 · 367

  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic wall tiles in the bathroom located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 1, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective base cabinet door in the kitchen located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 1, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor cover in the kitchen located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 1, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

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

    Jun 1, 2026 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

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

    Jun 1, 2026 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelain enamel finish by method of reglazing at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 1, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch set at vestibule door , 1st story

    Jan 14, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at vestibule door , 1st story

    Jan 14, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective hole at base of wood wash basin cabinet in the bathroom located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 24, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective hydronic baseboard heater cover missing at the east wall in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 24, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective hydronic baseboard heater cover missing at the south wall in the bathroom located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 24, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective hydronic baseboard heater cover missing at the south wall in the 3rd room from east at south located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 24, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet ... in the bathroom located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 24, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood sill at second window from east wall at south wall in the 3rd room from east at south located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 24, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood window sill at east wall in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 24, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 24, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the east wall in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 24, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the east wall, the south wall and the ceiling in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 24, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood sill at first window from east wall at south wall in the 3rd room from east at south located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 24, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling, the east wall and the west wall in the 3rd room from east at south located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 24, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the east wall in the kitchen located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 24, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 3rd room from east at south located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 24, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 24, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 24, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of refridgerator with door intact at public hall, 1st story

    May 7, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    May 7, 2025 · Apt 5A

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges , 1st story

    May 7, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt b, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 24, 2024 · Apt B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt b, 1st apartment from west at north original violation 17486571 issued 24-nov-24 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Nov 24, 2024 · Apt B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective bell/buzzer intercom system from building entrance to apartment in the 1st room from north located at apt b, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 24, 2024 · Apt B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt b, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 24, 2024 · Apt B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective kitchen base cabinet,east wall in the entire apartment located at apt b, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 24, 2024 · Apt B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt b, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 24, 2024 · Apt B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at east wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 26, 2024 · Apt 5B

    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 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 26, 2024 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 26, 2024 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelain enamel finish at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 29, 2024 · Apt 1A

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

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

    Jul 29, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 29, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective top burners in the kitchen located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 29, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at boiler room door at cellar

    May 3, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    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 = 5; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 1; a/c units without one way screws in the entire apartment located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 3, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set vestibule door at public hall, 1st story

    May 3, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at fire door leading to east yard at cellar

    May 3, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at sprinkler control room door at cellar

    May 3, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding 130 degrees at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 3, 2024 · Apt 3B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 20 sq.ft at ceiling in the 2nd bathroom from east located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 3, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 3, 2024 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock installed at door leading to fire escape window in the 1st room from east located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 3, 2024 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door in the 1st entrance from east located at bsmt-apt b, 1st bsmt-apt from west at north

    May 3, 2024 · Apt B

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 26

  • 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
  • Construction other optional

    5 story nfp md corner building. with vertical step cracks that lead from the fifth floor to parapet wall. at exp 1 & 2.

    Nov 13, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Immediate emergency anythingoptional

    Provide appx 105 linear feet of sidewalk shed @ expo# 1 (159 west 159 st) to return appx 30 linear feet @ expo 4 (st. nicholas ave) to safeg uard the public and property

    Nov 13, 2025

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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 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 2021 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 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-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - active
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  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    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
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    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

    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

    Sep 1, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jan 22, 1993

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jan 22, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 9

  • Class - 1

    At time of inspection observed vertical step cracks that lead from the fifth floor to parapet wall. at exp 1 & 2. violation #39166827l issued on 11-13-2025 for failure to maintain building in code-complaint man

    Sep 1, 2026 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection observed side walk shed under active permit # m01320584-i1-sh with no visual parapet sign affixed/ provided., comply with code

    Jan 27, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    5 story nfp md corner building. with vertical step cracks that lead from the fifth floor to parapet wall. at exp 1 & 2., repair and/replace

    Nov 13, 2025 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain building(interior). noted: defects are in basement apt west 159 st approx 1/2" crack in masonry wall west side from floor to ceiling closet area. horizontal and vertical cracks approx 1" sep

    Feb 1, 2002 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain-plaster near skylight roof level missing. remedy=repair plaster

    Apr 22, 1992 · Penalty $5,000

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain 1 entrance door broken 2 door hardware missing. remedy repair entry door and replace hardware on 2 door

    Aug 16, 1989 · Penalty $500

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain mortar joints eroded south side wall remedyrepoint mortar joints

    Aug 16, 1989 · Penalty $1,000

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain storage of combustable materials on roof.. remedyremove combustable materials

    Aug 16, 1989 · Penalty $1,000

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain plaster near skylight roof level missing remedy repair plaster

    Aug 16, 1989 · Penalty $1,000

    Active

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 8, 2026 · Apt 2I

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 13, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 16, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Nov 16, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 16, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 16, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 16, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Nov 16, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Nov 16, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 16, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 5, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Oct 5, 2025 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 15, 2025 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 18, 2024 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 18, 2024 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Aug 18, 2024 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Door/frame

    Aug 18, 2024 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 7, 2023 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 7, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 5, 2023 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 30, 2023 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 30, 2023 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Nov 30, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 30, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Nov 30, 2023 · Apt BLDNG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jul 11, 2023 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jul 11, 2023 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jul 11, 2023 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jul 11, 2023 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jul 11, 2023 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jul 11, 2023 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jul 11, 2023 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jul 5, 2023 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Jul 5, 2023 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jul 5, 2023 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 5, 2023 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Jul 5, 2023 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jul 5, 2023 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jul 5, 2023 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jun 2, 2023 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    May 27, 2023 · Apt BASEME

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    May 13, 2023 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 13, 2023 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Apr 11, 2023 · Apt BASEME

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Apr 11, 2023 · Apt BASEME

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 11, 2023 · Apt BASEME

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Apr 11, 2023 · Apt BASEME

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 8, 2023 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Dec 30, 2022 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Dec 30, 2022 · Apt 1B

    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 (C1)
Year built
1920
Floors
5
Residential units
12
Building area
11,790 ft²
Lot area
2,542 ft²
Zoning
R7-2
Community board
112
Council district
10
Block / lot
2109 / 17
Assessed value
$264,600
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #130609, last renewed Jul 7, 2025.

Questions about 972 St Nicholas Avenue

Who owns 972 St Nicholas Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 160/159 Realty LLC.

Does 972 St Nicholas Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 367 housing violations at this property.

Is 972 St Nicholas Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 11 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 92% of its 12 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 972 St Nicholas Avenue built?

City records list 1920 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 972 St Nicholas Avenue?

It has 12 residential units.

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