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512 West 156 Street

Manhattan, NY 10032BBL 1-02114-0030Map

Owner of record: 512 W 156 St Hdf Corp

512 West 156 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1908 in Manhattan, 10032. It has 20 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 512 W 156 St Hdf Corp. HPD has recorded 425 housing violations here, most recently on April 1, 2026. 29 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 1 rent-stabilized apartment here in 2024.

HPD violations
425
DOB violations
16
ECB violations
13
HPD complaints
458

What to know

Concern
11 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Apr 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
1
About 5% of the building's 20 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 · 425

  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective marble saddle at entrance in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 1, 2026 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Apr 1, 2026 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Mar 9, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the north wall at 4th room from north at east

    Dec 4, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    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) north wall at 4th room from north at east

    Dec 4, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules defective in the 4th room from north located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 30, 2025 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 = 1, wg to replace = 0, wg to repair = 0 in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 30, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Nov 30, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at basement, 1st story

    Nov 30, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Nov 30, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective defective latch set at apartment entrance door in the entrance located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 30, 2025 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations defective in the 4th room from north located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 30, 2025 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective upper window sash at north in the 4th room from north located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 30, 2025 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective upper window sash at east in the kitchen located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 30, 2025 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 30, 2025 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures ,at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 30, 2025 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 30, 2025 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... more than 30 square feet at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 30, 2025 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 30, 2025 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at ceiling and east wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 31, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north original violation 17546963 issued 11-dec-24 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Dec 11, 2024 · Apt 31

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 31, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 11, 2024 · Apt 31

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 31, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 11, 2024 · Apt 31

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 31, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 11, 2024 · Apt 31

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at ceiling and east wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 31, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 11, 2024 · Apt 31

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding the maximum allowable temperature of 130f degrees at all plumbing fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 52, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 25, 2024 · Apt 52

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at fire door leading to east yard at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 25, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 52, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 25, 2024 · Apt 52

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 52, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 25, 2024 · Apt 52

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 52, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 25, 2024 · Apt 52

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the boxes and garbage bags at east court

    Oct 22, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 22, 2024 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at building entrance door

    Oct 22, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots at building front stack at fire escape, 3rd story

    Sep 21, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Sep 17, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 17, 2024 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door frame in the entrance located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 17, 2024 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Sep 17, 2024 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Refit door at building entrance

    Sep 10, 2024

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes plants and flower pots at 3rd story balcony at front

    Sep 10, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at east fire door at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 10, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 9, 2024 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked basement door

    Sep 9, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Sep 9, 2024 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximate 6 sq ft at ceiling(approx. 2 sq ft), east wall (approx 2 sq ft) and south wall (approx 2 sq) in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 31, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 3, 2023 · Apt 31

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 31, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 3, 2023 · Apt 31

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and south wall in the bathroom located at apt 31, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 3, 2023 · Apt 31

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 31, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 3, 2023 · Apt 31

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 31, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 3, 2023 · Apt 31

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing escutcheon plate at riser in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 31, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 3, 2023 · Apt 31

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 31, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 3, 2023 · Apt 31

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 16

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Nov 13, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report

    Nov 8, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Nov 15, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Nov 15, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report

    Mar 3, 2015

    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
  • 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

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - active
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 1, 1994

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Aug 16, 1989

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Aug 16, 1989

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 13

  • Class - 2

    Observed at exposure #2 stucco peeling of bricks in various locations., repair and/or replace; repair walls

    Nov 14, 2024 · Penalty $1,562

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#39007844p issued on 08/16/19 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102.01.for removing fire stoppi

    Mar 2, 2020

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#39007844p issued on 08-16-19 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner;no fire stopp

    Jan 4, 2020 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#39007844p issued on 8/16/19 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. no c/of/c on file. remedy:

    Nov 21, 2019 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#39007844p issued on 08-16-19 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or file a c of c.

    Oct 17, 2019 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection observed full demo taking place in apartment #51, demo at approximately 75% at time of inspection. no permits. work without a permit., obtain all permits

    Aug 16, 2019 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    At time of inspection observed fire stopping had been removed between apartment # 51 and apartment #54 due to full demo taking place in apartment #51 without necessary documentation. there is currently no fire

    Aug 16, 2019 · Penalty $6,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    B254:50a,b,c,d,e:as per class 2(b254)28-301.1 failure to maintain.antisiphon valve not installed on oil piping;hot water coil piping not capped.back flow preventer drain not piped down;steam/water piping not in

    Feb 21, 2018 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    50a,50b,50c,50d,50e,50f-as per class 2 (b254)28.301.1 failure to maintain. 50a)relief valves needed on cold water piping for domestic hot water coil. 50b)limit controls piping sized incorrectly and no cleanouts

    Dec 26, 2017 · Penalty $500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    40, 50-50) need to fix lights in boiler room.

    Sep 14, 2017 · Penalty $250

    Active
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  • Class - 1

    Electrical work without a permit.the entire apt 3.removal of existing electrical installation:branch circuits wiring,receptacles outlets,switches,lighting fixtures."note on file""please note" this is not a fina

    Aug 9, 2017 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Unapproved,unsafe,unsuitable electrical equipment,appuratus,materials,devices,appliances or wiring in use.the entire apt#3:open defective wiring one in use,armored cables are not propertly supported,armored cab

    Aug 9, 2017 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain building observed: step missing on 2nd floor rear fire escape. remedy: replace missing step on rear fire escape.

    Aug 14, 1997 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    May 26, 2026 · Apt 31

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 24, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jan 29, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door frame

    Jan 29, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jan 6, 2026 · Apt 31

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 2, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 1, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 1, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 1, 2025 · Apt 32

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 28, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
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  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 23, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Nov 23, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Nov 23, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Nov 23, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 21, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Nov 19, 2025 · Apt 31

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 13, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Nov 13, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Nov 13, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Nov 13, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Nov 13, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 32

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window pane

    Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 32

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 32

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 32

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 22, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 21, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Dec 28, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 22, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 5, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 4, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 3, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 3, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 3, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 1, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Dec 1, 2024 · Apt 31

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 30, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 29, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Nov 29, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 29, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 19, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 18, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 18, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 18, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Nov 17, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 17, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 13, 2024 · Apt WHOLEB

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 13, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 10, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    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 (C6)
Year built
1908
Floors
5
Residential units
20
Building area
17,780 ft²
Lot area
4,996 ft²
Zoning
R7-2
Community board
112
Council district
10
Block / lot
2114 / 30
Assessed value
$642,600
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #108031, last renewed Jul 25, 2025.

Questions about 512 West 156 Street

Who owns 512 West 156 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 512 W 156 St Hdf Corp.

Does 512 West 156 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 425 housing violations at this property.

Is 512 West 156 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 1 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 5% of its 20 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 512 West 156 Street built?

City records list 1908 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 512 West 156 Street?

It has 20 residential units.

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