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522 West 161 Street

Manhattan, NY 10032BBL 1-02119-0026Map

Owner of record: Sp Uptown LLC

522 West 161 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10032. It has 24 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is Sp Uptown LLC. HPD has recorded 403 housing violations here, most recently on October 21, 2026. 20 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 10 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
403
DOB violations
12
ECB violations
17
HPD complaints
883

What to know

Concern
7 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Oct 21, 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
10
About 42% of the building's 24 apartments
Down from 11 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 · 403

  • 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

    Oct 21, 2026 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective intercom system from building entrance to phone line in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 21, 2026 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 1o square feet at the east wall in the kitchen located at apt 4, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Oct 18, 2026 · Apt 4

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Oct 18, 2026 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Oct 18, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the east wall in the kitchen located at apt 4, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Oct 18, 2026 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective intercom system from building entrance to mobile phone in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Oct 18, 2026 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective spring balance at lower sash at 2nd window from east at south wall in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 9, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt 9

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls in the foyer located at apt 9, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt 9

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 9, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt 9

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
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  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 9, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt 9

    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 9, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jul 13, 2026 · Apt 9

    Open — Not complied with
  • 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 9, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jul 13, 2026 · Apt 9

    Open — Not complied with
  • 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

    Jul 13, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 9, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jul 13, 2026 · Apt 9

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • 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

    Jul 6, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical wall outlet at east wall in the 4th room from north located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 6, 2026 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water above 130 degrees in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jul 6, 2026 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water above 130 degrees in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 6, 2026 · Apt 3

    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.

    Apr 29, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Jan 21, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jan 21, 2026 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Dec 24, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Dec 24, 2025 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 24, 2025 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 13, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Nov 30, 2025 · Apt 13

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at basement

    Nov 30, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Nov 28, 2025 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Nov 28, 2025 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at basement

    Nov 28, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 28, 2025 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Nov 28, 2025 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Nov 23, 2025 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Nov 23, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Nov 23, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of flower pots at 6th story balcony at east fire escape at building front

    Sep 5, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 5, 2025 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in drain pipe at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 16, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 28, 2025 · Apt 16

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective door frame in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 16, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 28, 2025 · Apt 16

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 16, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 28, 2025 · Apt 16

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 16, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 28, 2025 · Apt 16

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock installed at door leading to fire escape in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 16, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 28, 2025 · Apt 16

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the east wall in the private hallway located at apt 16, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 28, 2025 · Apt 16

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the west wall in the private hallway located at apt 16, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 28, 2025 · Apt 16

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective spring balance at lower window sash at 1st window from east at south wall. in the 5th room from north located at apt 3, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 24, 2025 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide sufficient, proper and separate metal receptacles for the deposit of garbage, rubbish and other waste material and arrange for collection and disposal of such material.

    Aug 24, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the garbage bags at front areaway

    Aug 24, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective hardwood floors in the foyer located at apt 4, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Aug 18, 2025 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective regrout at north, east and west walls in the bathroom located at apt 4, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Aug 18, 2025 · Apt 4

    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) ceiling, east wall in the kitchen located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 7, 2025 · Apt 2

    Open — Defect letter issued

DOB building violations · 12

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Oct 18, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Nov 18, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • 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
  • 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

    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
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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 · 17

  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35249465l issued 07/20/17 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. for work without a permit

    Apr 5, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation# 35249465l issued on 7/20/17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. work w/out permit in unit#8. rem: work w/out per

    Feb 8, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work without a permit. failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35249465l issued 07/20/17 and to filecertificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. note:

    Dec 11, 2017

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to provide approved/accepted plans at jobsite at time of inspection. only one page of 1 of 10 on 11"l, 7 1/2" (posted on door) on site observed also plumbing and electrical work done in apt #8 on 2nd fl

    Jul 26, 2017

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o permit. observed in apt #8 on 2nd floor altered plumbing-installation of () bathroom and () electrical. no permits pulled for job #140637078. call for reinspection when permits are obtained.obtain per

    Jul 20, 2017

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building noted: found ceiling near 6th flr skylight deteriorated due to water leaks. minor rusting at 3rd floor stair tread stringer. rmdy: repair defects forth and maintain building.

    Sep 6, 2016 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in nov #35137480n issued on 9/28/15 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1,28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or file a c of c

    Mar 19, 2016 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. use or prohibited door &/or hardware bc 1008.1.8;27-371(j). noted: key locking door devices in apt #19. remedy: provide legal hardware.

    Jan 28, 2016

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Unapproved unsafe unsuitable electrical equipment devices appliances apparatus materials or wiring in use. defective fixtures and outlets in apt 24 outlets and fixtures are not working.rmdy:comply w/ec code.

    Jan 28, 2016 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. noted: at hallway ceiling below roof defective ceiling is falling down. defective emergency lighting at 4th & 5th fl landings. remedy: repair &/or replace.

    Jan 28, 2016

    Resolve
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  • Class - 1

    Piping and/or equipment installed improperly: observation has been made during safety sweep that in apt #24 the gas stove has no appliance valve to shut off gas if needed. in apt #20 at gas meter there is a

    Jan 28, 2016

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to ground electrical systems. ground conductor from water mainnot provided to service switch in basement. rmdy: provide grounding.

    Jan 28, 2016 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o permit work noted: observation has been made at 12:3pm duringa safety sweep in apt #3 nipples and gas valves have been replaced be hind stove. in apt #8 gas line for dryer has been ran in kitchen from

    Jan 28, 2016

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in nov #35137480n issued on 8/28/15 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1,28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. for defective stair trenad between 4th & 5th fl.

    Oct 17, 2015 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.noted loose portion of tread located between 4th & 5th fls,rotted angle irons @ various locations @ said stairwell.rem repair &/or replace

    Aug 28, 2015 · Penalty $5,000

    Active
  • Class - 3

    Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner. defect noted: at side court, center of bldg, right side, accumulation of mattresses,wood furniture and black bags creating a fire hazard condition. remedy:

    Aug 13, 2013

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    B354,5a,16,28b,34a,3a,15,24b,32a,34b,50a,b,c,d,e,f.50a-check valve.50b-rotted nipple at front of boiler leaking.50c-undersized pressuretrollmanifold.50d-boiler insulation falling off boiler.50e-remove all stora

    Aug 16, 2008

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 21, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Oct 18, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 18, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Oct 17, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 17, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 17, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Oct 17, 2026 · Apt BUILDI

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Oct 12, 2026 · Apt 4

    Open
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Oct 10, 2026 · Apt 9

    Open
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Oct 9, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 1, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Oct 1, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Aug 6, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Apr 22, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 6, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 3, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 1, 2026 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 30, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 29, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 29, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 28, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 28, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 26, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 25, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 20, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 18, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 22, 2025 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 17, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 17, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 16, 2025 · Apt 17THIR

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Dec 16, 2025 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 16, 2025 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 13, 2025 · Apt 17

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 13, 2025 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 13, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 28, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 27, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 23, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 23, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 22, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 21, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 21, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Nov 20, 2025 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 20, 2025 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 5, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 5, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Sep 18, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Sep 18, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Sep 15, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Sep 15, 2025 · Apt 3

    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
1910
Floors
6
Residential units
24
Building area
18,810 ft²
Lot area
4,496 ft²
Zoning
R7-2
Community board
112
Council district
10
Block / lot
2119 / 26
Assessed value
$1,215,900
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #122113, last renewed Mar 10, 2026.

Questions about 522 West 161 Street

Who owns 522 West 161 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Sp Uptown LLC.

Does 522 West 161 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 403 housing violations at this property.

Is 522 West 161 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 10 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 42% of its 24 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 522 West 161 Street built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 522 West 161 Street?

It has 24 residential units.

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