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526 West 158 Street

Manhattan, NY 10032BBL 1-02116-0019Map

Owner of record: 526 West 158th Street Housing

526 West 158 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1925 in Manhattan, 10032. It has 30 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is 526 West 158th Street Housing. HPD has recorded 236 housing violations here, most recently on September 30, 2025. 23 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
236
DOB violations
12
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
187

What to know

Concern
6 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Sep 30, 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

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 236

  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinge in the entrance located at apt 21, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Sep 30, 2025 · Apt 21

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at west wall at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 30, 2025

    Open — Nov certified late
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the west wall at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 30, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jul 5, 2025 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door leading to west yard at public hall 1st story

    Jul 2, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Jun 14, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 14, 2025 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water temperature exceeding the maximum allowable temperature at 130 f at all hot water fixtures throughout in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    May 25, 2025 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots at 5th story balcony at front fire escape

    May 25, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    May 25, 2025 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the construction debris at yard at building front

    May 25, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective washbasin cabinet in the bathroom located at apt 32, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 13, 2024 · Apt 32

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelain enamel glaze at sink in the kitchen located at apt 32, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 13, 2024 · Apt 32

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles floor in the kitchen located at apt 32, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 13, 2024 · Apt 32

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles around bath tub in the bathroom located at apt 32, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 13, 2024 · Apt 32

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Refit upper and lower sash, window in the kitchen located at apt 32, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 13, 2024 · Apt 32

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 32, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 13, 2024 · Apt 32

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl tiles floor in the foyer located at apt 32, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 13, 2024 · Apt 32

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 32, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 13, 2024 · Apt 32

    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.

    Apr 2, 2024

    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.

    Mar 16, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock installed at door leading to egress window in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jun 19, 2022 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 16, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Code: arrange and make self-closing the doors .. at 1st public hall bulkhead from north

    Jan 4, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). inoperable located at apt 65, 6th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 16, 2021 · Apt 65

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective connection at waste line at sink in the kitchen located at apt 65, 6th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 16, 2021 · Apt 65

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock installed at door leading to fire escape in the 4th room from north located at apt 65, 6th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 16, 2021 · Apt 65

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of furniture obstruting egress to fire escape window in the 4th room from north located at apt 65, 6th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 16, 2021 · Apt 65

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at south and east walls in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 65, 6th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 16, 2021 · Apt 65

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling approx. 15 sq.ft. in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 65, 6th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 16, 2021 · Apt 65

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches located at apt 65, 6th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 16, 2021 · Apt 65

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperable located at apt 65, 6th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 16, 2021 · Apt 65

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Code: arrange and make self-closing the doors in the entrance located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Dec 9, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov certified late
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective mortise lock and assembly at door located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Dec 9, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Dec 9, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Dec 9, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective metal cornice at roof at building front

    Nov 4, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective metal cornice at roof at building front

    Oct 29, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective metal cornice with openings over entrance to building at roof

    Oct 14, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective metal cornice at roof at building front

    Oct 14, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 3, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperable located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 3, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). inoperable located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 3, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 3, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    Code: arrange and make self-closing the doors in the entrance located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 3, 2021 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Aug 18, 2021 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Aug 18, 2021 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 2nd room from north located at apt apt2, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 12, 2021 · Apt APT2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt apt2, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 12, 2021 · Apt APT2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Refit lower sash at window in the kitchen located at apt apt2, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 12, 2021 · Apt APT2

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 12

  • 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 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 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
  • 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 - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 31, 2005

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - active
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  • 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 · 2

  • Class - 2

    Observed worker removed approx 50 sqft of brick to reset a mail box in lobby of above premises opaning requires a lintel approx 7' .no permit on file for this work, obtain all permits; obtain permit

    Aug 18, 2025 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work without a permit.note at time of inspection at above premises observed at unit#4 a drop ceiling installed using tracks and wall studs.no specifications for drop ceiling install.no details provided for audi

    Dec 27, 2021 · Penalty $625

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 18, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 20, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    May 22, 2025 · Apt 65

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    May 22, 2025 · Apt 65

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 32

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 32

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 32

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 32

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 32

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 21, 2023 · Apt 1A

    Close
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  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Nov 21, 2023 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 16, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 16, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 22, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 22, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 22, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Aug 9, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 14, 2022 · Apt 65

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 14, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jan 19, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jan 3, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jan 3, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jan 3, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Dec 17, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Dec 16, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 14, 2021 · Apt 65

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 13, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Dec 13, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Dec 13, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 22, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 19, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 19, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 5, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 1, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 1, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 26, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 26, 2021 · Apt 65

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 12, 2021 · Apt 65

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Door/frame

    Sep 20, 2021 · Apt 24

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Sep 20, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door frame

    Sep 20, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jul 26, 2021 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    May 6, 2021 · Apt APT2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 6, 2021 · Apt APT2

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    May 6, 2021 · Apt APT2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 27, 2021 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 27, 2021 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Apr 27, 2021 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Mar 29, 2021 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Door/frame

    Mar 9, 2021 · Apt 24

    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
1925
Floors
6
Residential units
30
Building area
21,270 ft²
Lot area
4,996 ft²
Zoning
R7-2
Community board
112
Council district
10
Block / lot
2116 / 19
Assessed value
$1,404,000
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #119134, last renewed Sep 4, 2025.

Questions about 526 West 158 Street

Who owns 526 West 158 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 526 West 158th Street Housing.

Does 526 West 158 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 236 housing violations at this property.

Is 526 West 158 Street rent stabilized?

No rent-stabilized units appear in its 2018–2024 tax bills. Individual apartments can still be regulated, so request the rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal if unsure.

When was 526 West 158 Street built?

City records list 1925 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 526 West 158 Street?

It has 30 residential units.

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