500 West 157 Street
Manhattan, NY 10032BBL 1-02115-0034Map
Owner of record: Amsterdam Gates Housing Development Fund Corporati
500 West 157 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10032. It has 13 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Amsterdam Gates Housing Development Fund Corporati. HPD has recorded 32 housing violations here, most recently on October 16, 2024. 11 of the 32 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 1 rent-stabilized apartment here in 2018.
- HPD violations
- 32
- DOB violations
- 19
- ECB violations
- 6
- HPD complaints
- 44
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 · 32
- CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 2nd room from east located at apt 4w, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 16, 2024 · Apt 4W
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of un capped shut off valve to radiator in the 2nd room from east located at apt 4w, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 16, 2024 · Apt 4W
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 4w, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 16, 2024 · Apt 4W
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 4w, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 16, 2024 · Apt 4W
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 4w, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 16, 2024 · Apt 4W
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at bulkhead at public hall stairs, 5th story
Feb 21, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5e, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Mar 14, 2022 · Apt 5E
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
§ 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor missing at public hall, 1st story
Mar 14, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
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
Mar 14, 2022
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper. at public hall, 1st story
Mar 14, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story
Mar 14, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling.
Mar 14, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing at public hall, 1st story
Mar 14, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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
Mar 14, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at south wall at public hall stairs, 2nd story
Mar 14, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... in the entrance located at apt 5e, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Mar 14, 2022 · Apt 5E
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors at entrance to apartment located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 24, 2019 · Apt 4E
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors at roof
Sep 24, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 5, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 3rd room from east located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 16, 2015 · Apt 3W
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective uneven wood floor in the entire apartment located at apt 3w, 3rd story
Oct 21, 2015 · Apt 3W
Closed — Violation closed - IInformation / order
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 - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls and ceiling , in the entire apartment located at apt 3w, 3rd story, apartment at west
Aug 21, 2015 · Apt 3W
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective uneven wood floor , in the kitchen located at apt 3w, 3rd story, apartment at west
Aug 21, 2015 · Apt 3W
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose electric outlets, in the 3rd room from east located at apt 3w, 3rd story, apartment at west
Aug 21, 2015 · Apt 3W
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective wash basin , in the bathroom located at apt 3w, 3rd story, apartment at west
Aug 21, 2015 · Apt 3W
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective door ( out of hinghes ) in the 2nd room from east located at apt 3w, 3rd story, apartment at west
Aug 21, 2015 · Apt 3W
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance guillotine effect lower sash fire escape window , located at apt 3w, 3rd story, apartment at west
Aug 21, 2015 · Apt 3W
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Refit windows , in the entire apartment located at apt 3w, 3rd story, apartment at west
Aug 21, 2015 · Apt 3W
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance guillotine effect lower sash window , in the bathroom located at apt 3w, 3rd story, apartment at west
Aug 21, 2015 · Apt 3W
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Section 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor frame missing.
May 28, 1999
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Section 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor 1 sty public hall at or near mailboxes.
Aug 10, 1987
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 19
- 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 2019 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 - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 12, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 12, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Plumbing none
The dob intends to revoke all approvals and permits under plumbing laa #140655048 due to suspension of master plumbers license. stop all plumbing work under above mentioned permit and obtain a new master plumber to supersede the plumbing permit
Sep 15, 2018
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
Mar 19, 2003
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 26, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 27, 2001
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
Mar 16, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 4, 1998
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
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 · 6
- Class - 1
At time of my inspection i observed in the cellar …by the gas meters new gas piping installed that has not been tested. utility company locked gas meter for restaurant., perform test.
Sep 17, 2018 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
At time of my inspection i observed in the cellar …by the gas meters, gas being supplied to the …building without dob authorization. utility company locked gas meter for restaurant., file for required permits a
Sep 17, 2018 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Class - 1
At time of my inspection i observed in the cellar gas piping installed without support of hangers as required. utility company locked gas meter for restaurant., repair and/or replace.
Sep 17, 2018 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
Work without a permit.noted:at first floor at the front of building observed an awning approx.30 ft in length, and 4 feet in width with signthat reads 157 deli open 24 hrs.also the signs were illuminated.rem:ob
Feb 27, 2018 · Penalty $800
Active - Hazardous
Failure to maintain interior bldg. (haz) defects noted: in apts 5w and5e section of ceiling "sheet rock ceiling" collapsed in both apts bedrooms, creating a hazardous condition due to repair work on roof. remed
Nov 30, 2005 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit basement windows sealed with masonry materials remedy obtain a permit or restore to prior legal
Aug 16, 1989
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Oct 14, 2026 · Apt 4W
Open - General
Mailbox
Oct 14, 2026 · Apt 4W
Open - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 14, 2026 · Apt 4W
Open - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Oct 14, 2026 · Apt 4W
Open - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Oct 11, 2024 · Apt 4W
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Aug 17, 2015 · Apt 3W
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Aug 17, 2015 · Apt 3W
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Aug 17, 2015 · Apt 3W
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Aug 17, 2015 · Apt 3W
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Aug 17, 2015 · Apt 3W
Close
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- Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 17, 2015 · Apt 3W
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Aug 17, 2015 · Apt 3W
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Aug 17, 2015 · Apt 3W
Close - Door/window
Door
Aug 17, 2015 · Apt 3W
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Aug 14, 2015 · Apt 3W
Close - Safety
Fire escape
Aug 14, 2015 · Apt 3W
Close - Door/window
Door
Aug 14, 2015 · Apt 3W
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Aug 14, 2015 · Apt 3W
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Aug 14, 2015 · Apt 3W
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Aug 14, 2015 · Apt 3W
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Aug 14, 2015 · Apt 3W
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 14, 2015 · Apt 3W
Close - Paint/plaster
Radiator
Aug 14, 2015 · Apt 3W
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Aug 14, 2015 · Apt 3W
Close - General
Cooking gas
Jan 20, 2015 · Apt 3W
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 10, 2015 · Apt 3W
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 10, 2015 · Apt 2E
Close - General
Window guards
Jul 11, 2011 · Apt 3W
Close - General
Window guards
Jul 11, 2011 · Apt 3W
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 10, 2007 · Apt 3W
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Dec 29, 2006 · Apt 4E
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Nov 14, 2006 · Apt 4E
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jan 13, 2006 · Apt 5W
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 25, 2005 · Apt 5W
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 23, 2005 · Apt 5E
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 23, 2005 · Apt 4E
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 20, 2005 · Apt 4E
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Apr 2, 2004 · Apt 1W
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Apr 2, 2004 · Apt 1W
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Apr 2, 2004 · Apt 1W
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Feb 15, 2004 · Apt 1W
Close - Electric
Lighting
Feb 15, 2004 · Apt 1W
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Oct 7, 2003 · Apt 5E
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Oct 7, 2003 · Apt 5E
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C7)
- Year built
- 1910
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 13
- Building area
- 11,391 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,500 ft²
- Zoning
- R7-2
- Community board
- 112
- Council district
- 10
- Block / lot
- 2115 / 34
- Assessed value
- $636,750
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #121498, last renewed Aug 5, 2025.
Questions about 500 West 157 Street
Who owns 500 West 157 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Amsterdam Gates Housing Development Fund Corporati.
Does 500 West 157 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 32 housing violations at this property.
Is 500 West 157 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 1 rent-stabilized units here in 2018 (about 8% of its 13 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 500 West 157 Street built?
City records list 1910 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 500 West 157 Street?
It has 13 residential units and 15 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.