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538 West 159 Street

Manhattan, NY 10032BBL 1-02117-0017Map

Owner of record: 536 & 538 W 159th St Owner LLC

538 West 159 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1913 in Manhattan, 10032. It has 10 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 536 & 538 W 159th St Owner LLC. HPD has recorded 841 housing violations here, most recently on October 15, 2026. 49 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 11 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
841
DOB violations
13
ECB violations
31
HPD complaints
701

What to know

Concern
10 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Oct 15, 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 100% of the building's 10 apartments
Up from 9 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 · 841

  • C

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

    Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 2

    Open — Violation open
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 2

    Open — Violation open
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak above ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 2

    Open — Violation open
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 9, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 9

    Open — Violation open
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 9, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 9

    Open — Violation open
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak above ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 9, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 9

    Open — Violation open
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the bathroom located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 25, 2026 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the kitchen located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 25, 2026 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard-paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface and either tested inconclusive for lead content at 0.5mg/cm2 or tested positive for lead content on a metal or ceramic substrate as set forth in (28 rcny §11-07(b)) using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2). 1st riser from west at north wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 25, 2026 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice regarding rent stabilization law, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a conspicuous location within the common area at the buildings entrance. for more information about signage requirements, please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/required-signage.page

    Sep 25, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 25, 2026 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 25, 2026 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at south wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 25, 2026 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over the ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 9, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 16, 2026 · Apt 9

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceilings in the entire apartment located at apt 9, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 16, 2026 · Apt 9

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... greater than 10 square feet at ceiling and south wall in the private hallway located at apt 9, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 16, 2026 · Apt 9

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets sink in the kitchen located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 15, 2026 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation heat riser pipe at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 15, 2026 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation heat riser pipe at west wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 15, 2026 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 15, 2026 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and the ceilings in the entire apartment located at apt 6, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 30, 2026 · Apt 6

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 6, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 30, 2026 · Apt 6

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 6, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 30, 2026 · Apt 6

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 6, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 30, 2026 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 6, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 30, 2026 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures .. in the entire apartment located at apt 6, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 19, 2026 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 6, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 31, 2026 · Apt 6

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • A

    Reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl .. in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 31, 2026 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the the mold on ceramic tile at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 31, 2026 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    May 31, 2026 · Apt 1

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

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

    May 31, 2026 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 31, 2026 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose electeical outlet at west wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 31, 2026 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 6, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 31, 2026 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 6, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 31, 2026 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 6, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 31, 2026 · Apt 6

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • 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 entire apartment located at apt 6, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 31, 2026 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective spring balance at lower sash at 1st window pane from east at south wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 6, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 31, 2026 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    May 31, 2026 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    May 31, 2026 · Apt 1

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective connection wasteline at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 31, 2026 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood cabinet at sink in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 31, 2026 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • I

    Property registration was filed with false or incomplete information related to the property contacts. file with this department a true registration statement for the building.

    May 13, 2026

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of rats and all underlying causes creating the pest infestations, by using integrated pest management (ipm), eliminate all burrow entry and passageways, pest nests, holes, gaps or cracks in walls, ceilings, floors, fixing leaks and managing garbage in public areas. evidence found at throughout at basement

    May 8, 2026

    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.

    Apr 29, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling and west wall in the private hallway located at apt 9, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 19, 2026 · Apt 9

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective spring balance at lower window sash at 2nd window from west at north in the 1st room from north located at apt 9, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 19, 2026 · Apt 9

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and west wall in the private hallway located at apt 9, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 19, 2026 · Apt 9

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood flooring in the private hallway located at apt 9, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 19, 2026 · Apt 9

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the private hallway , the 1st room from north, the 3rd room from north, the 5th room from north located at apt 9, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 12, 2026 · Apt 9

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 13

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jul 21, 2021

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Dec 9, 2020

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jun 26, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Plumbing none

    The department of buildings intends to revoke all plumbing work under permit# 123235418 due to master plumber license suspended lmp# 2084 . stop all plumbing work under above mentioned permit and obtain a new master plumber to supersede the plumbing permit.

    Mar 18, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Mar 6, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 24, 2018

    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

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    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

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • 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

ECB violations · 31

  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with commissioner's order contained in summons #39106842p issued on 02/26/2024, and failure to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28.201.1 and 1 rcny 102-01(d)(2). an acceptable cert

    Feb 11, 2025 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with commissioners order to file a cert of correction with the dept of buildings. ecb violation #39088764m previously issued 06/20/2023 regarding occupancy contrary with no certificate of corr

    Apr 26, 2024 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Work without permit atoi observed 4x4 lumber beams installed on staircase leading to bulked.no permit on file with dob.rem:obtain permit.

    Apr 15, 2024 · Penalty $250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection observed bathroom wall & ceiling instate of disrepair condition with water damaged, cracks, and bubbles on ceiling in apt # 4. also observed 2-window a/c units are erected on 4th & 5th flo

    Feb 26, 2024 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by cert of occupancy or buildings dept records. buildings dept records identifies (10) dwelling units at property with (2) units per floor. at time of inspection observed a to

    Jun 20, 2023 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Boiler leaking underside at blowdown connection to welded fitting-barometric damper defective-dawg missing at front tube door.

    Feb 3, 2022 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order contained in summons/v35555947j issued4/19/21 &to file c/c pursuant to28-201.1&1rcny102-01.for failure to maintain bldg in codecompliant manner comply w/commissioner's o

    Oct 25, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35555947j issued on 4/19/2021 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.failure to maintain bui

    Sep 1, 2021 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35555947j issued on 04/19/21 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or file a cert of c

    Jul 23, 2021 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. at exp#3 in rear yard,store retaining wall is in need of repairs. it has been partially shored up but no permanent repairs have been made. no cert of correctio

    Apr 19, 2021 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
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  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35540469m issued on 9/18/2020 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.failure to maintain bui

    Feb 25, 2021 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. noted: at time of inspection,i observed at exp#3 at rear yard of the bldg there is a(ruble)of stone retaining wall. approx 8 feet in height & 10 feet in lengh

    Sep 18, 2020 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35415252z issued on 03-29-19 & 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 $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35415252z issued on 3/29/19 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 $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35415252z issued on 03-29-19 & 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

    Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35415252z issued on 3/29/19 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. no c/of/c on file. remedy:

    Aug 23, 2019 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35415252z issued on 03/29/19 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.rem:comply with commissi

    Jun 7, 2019 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. noted: at time of inspection i observed at rear yard of bldg there is a ruble of stone retaining wall approx 8 feet in hright & 10 feet in long is cracks and

    Mar 29, 2019 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/ violation # 35372933r issued on 2/17/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. no certificate of

    Feb 4, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. noted: at time of inspection access to rear tyard of bldg,i observed the ruble stone retaining wall approx 18"in height is cracked & separated by the roots of

    Dec 7, 2018 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    15,25b,34b,50. 15-seal all holes in ceiling; 25b-repair leaking return line; 34b-boiler orom door not self closing; 50-hard pipe sump pump to waste line.

    Oct 24, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35384841m issued 10/27/17 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. rem: comply with commissi

    Oct 23, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35289841m issued on 10-27-17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. for c of c,failure to maintain. remedy: comply w/comm's order &

    Aug 23, 2018 · Penalty $3,155

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35289841m issued on 10-27-17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. for c of c,failure to maintain. remedy: comply w/comm's order &

    Jul 14, 2018 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio #35289841m issued on 10/27/17 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01.for:failure tp maintain retaining wall @rear back y

    May 30, 2018 · Penalty $1,280

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/ violation #35289841m issued on 10/27/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny102-01. failure to maintain bl

    Apr 12, 2018 · Penalty $1,280

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35289841m issued on 10/27/17 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.failure to maintain bui

    Feb 8, 2018 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in a code-compliant manner. failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35289841m issued on 10/27/17 and to file a certificate of correction purs

    Dec 11, 2017 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Faiilure to maintain bldg.at time of inspection access to rear yard of the bldg the ruble stone retaining walls appros 18"in height is cracked.separated by the roots of the tree growing also concrete from near

    Oct 27, 2017 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/vio # 35245044p issued on 08/05/17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. for failure to maintain retaining wall @ rear yard

    Sep 23, 2017 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building.noted:at rear yard the rublestone retaining wall approx 18'in height is cracked,seperating with a tree growing in it at time of inspection.provide engineers report make all repairs

    Aug 5, 2017 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Sep 28, 2026 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 24, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 24, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 20, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Aug 17, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Aug 17, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Aug 17, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 11, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Aug 11, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Aug 11, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jul 8, 2026 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jun 28, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jun 27, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 24, 2026 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 24, 2026 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 24, 2026 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 24, 2026 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 24, 2026 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 24, 2026 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jun 23, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jun 20, 2026 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jun 20, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jun 18, 2026 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 25, 2026 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    May 25, 2026 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 24, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    May 24, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    May 24, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 24, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    May 24, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    May 24, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    May 24, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 24, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    May 24, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 24, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    May 24, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    May 22, 2026 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    May 22, 2026 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Cabinet

    May 22, 2026 · Apt 6

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  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 22, 2026 · Apt 6

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  • Door/window

    Door

    May 22, 2026 · Apt 6

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  • General

    Cabinet

    May 22, 2026 · Apt 6

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  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 22, 2026 · Apt 6

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  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    May 22, 2026 · Apt 6

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  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 22, 2026 · Apt 6

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  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    May 8, 2026 · Apt 1RE

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Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Oct 28, 2025$500Rentals - walkup apartments10

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C4)
Year built
1913
Floors
5
Residential units
10
Building area
9,685 ft²
Lot area
2,505 ft²
Zoning
R7-2
Community board
112
Council district
10
Block / lot
2117 / 17
Assessed value
$390,600
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #130612, last renewed Jan 21, 2025.

Questions about 538 West 159 Street

Who owns 538 West 159 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 536 & 538 W 159th St Owner LLC.

Does 538 West 159 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 841 housing violations at this property.

Is 538 West 159 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 11 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 10 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 538 West 159 Street built?

City records list 1913 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 538 West 159 Street?

It has 10 residential units.

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