551 West 160 Street
Manhattan, NY 10032BBL 1-02119-0068Map
Owner of record: 551 West 160th Street H D F C
551 West 160 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1907 in Manhattan, 10032. It has 20 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 551 West 160th Street H D F C. HPD has recorded 134 housing violations here, most recently on February 7, 2026. 36 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 134
- DOB violations
- 11
- ECB violations
- 1
- HPD complaints
- 75
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
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 134
- CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 7, 2026 · Apt 1D
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at boiler room
Feb 7, 2026
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and east wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 7, 2026 · Apt 1D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling and east wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 7, 2026 · Apt 1D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and east wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 25, 2025 · Apt 1D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak ceiling and east wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 25, 2025 · Apt 1D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules improper placement in the entire apartment located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 25, 2025 · Apt 1D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations improper placement in the entire apartment located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 25, 2025 · Apt 1D
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tile in the private hallway located at apt 1c, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 9, 2024 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls at all stories, at public halls.
Oct 18, 2022
Closed — Violation closed
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- CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... in the entrance located at apt 1c, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Oct 18, 2022 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles in the private hallway located at apt 1c, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Oct 18, 2022 · Apt 1C
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.
Feb 16, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 - 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.
Apr 2, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at bulkhead at celing. , 5th story
Feb 10, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at bulkhead at celing. , 5th story
Feb 10, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance at lower sash in the kitchen located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Nov 21, 2018 · Apt 2B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance at lower sash in the 5th room from north located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Nov 21, 2018 · Apt 2B
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective glass window at lower sash in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Nov 21, 2018 · Apt 2B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Nov 18, 2018 · Apt 2B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Nov 18, 2018 · Apt 2B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance lower sash at window in the 5th room from north at west located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Nov 18, 2018 · Apt 2B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace the broken or defective leaking radiator shut-off valve in the 5th room from north at east located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Nov 18, 2018 · Apt 2B
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding 130f. in the kitchen located at apt 1c, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jul 21, 2016 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelian enamel glaze at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Oct 16, 2015 · Apt 2C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective lower sash window glass in the kitchen located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Oct 16, 2015 · Apt 2C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Oct 16, 2015 · Apt 2C
Open — Nov sent out - 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 2, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 30, 2015 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective crack outer glass pane at lower sash window in the kitchen located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 30, 2015 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective vinyl floor cover in the kitchen located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 30, 2015 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 30, 2015 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agency?s housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story
Apr 30, 2015
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wooden floor in the foyer located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 30, 2015 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly secure the loose marble saddle in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 30, 2015 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 30, 2015 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 30, 2015 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 30, 2015 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the kitchen located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 30, 2015 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - 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.
Feb 3, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl tiles at the floor in the 1st room from north located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Oct 30, 2014 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors ..... in the entrance located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Oct 30, 2014 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wooden floor in the 1st room from north located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Oct 30, 2014 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective ceiling light fixture in the kitchen located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Oct 30, 2014 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl tiles at the floor in the 2nd room from north located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Oct 30, 2014 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl tiles at floor in the kitchen located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Oct 30, 2014 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose handle, door locking mechanism at building
Aug 19, 2014
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling, public hall at 5th story
Aug 19, 2014
Open — Not complied with
DOB building violations · 11
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 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
Jan 6, 2006
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 31, 2005
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 13, 2004
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
Mar 18, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 1
- Class - 3
Violating conditions 15,16,21b,32a,50a,50b,50c,50d,50e,50f, 50a- soot on boiler 50b-covers missing on controls 50c- glass missing in rear of boiler to see fore 50d- must seal around blast tube 50e-supply pump s
May 13, 2009 · Penalty $200
Active
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 3, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 28, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 4, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 18, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
May 26, 2025 · Apt 1D
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 26, 2025 · Apt 1D
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 2, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 27, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jan 14, 2020 · Apt 3D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jan 14, 2020 · Apt 3D
Close
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- Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jan 14, 2020 · Apt 3D
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 15, 2018 · Apt 3B
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Nov 14, 2018 · Apt 2B
Close - Door/window
Window pane
Nov 14, 2018 · Apt 2B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 14, 2018 · Apt 2B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 14, 2017 · Apt 2B3B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 14, 2017 · Apt 3B
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Oct 2, 2015 · Apt 2C
Close - Door/window
Window pane
Oct 2, 2015 · Apt 2C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Oct 2, 2015 · Apt 2C
Close - Door/window
Window pane
Oct 2, 2015 · Apt 2C
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 2, 2015 · Apt 2C
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Oct 2, 2015 · Apt 2C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 26, 2015 · Apt 5C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 26, 2015 · Apt 5C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 26, 2015 · Apt 5C
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Nov 10, 2014 · Apt 3D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 10, 2014 · Apt 3D
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Nov 10, 2014 · Apt 3D
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Nov 10, 2014 · Apt 3D
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Nov 10, 2014 · Apt 3D
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Nov 10, 2014 · Apt 3D
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Oct 21, 2014 · Apt 3D
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Oct 21, 2014 · Apt 3D
Close - Electric
Lighting
Oct 21, 2014 · Apt 3D
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Oct 21, 2014 · Apt 3D
Close - Electric
No lighting
Oct 21, 2014 · Apt 3D
Close - General
Floor
Aug 6, 2012 · Apt 1A
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 6, 2012 · Apt 1A
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jan 17, 2008 · Apt 3D
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jan 17, 2008 · Apt 3D
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jan 17, 2008 · Apt 3D
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 17, 2008 · Apt 3D
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jan 17, 2008 · Apt 3D
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Dec 11, 2007 · Apt 3D
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Dec 11, 2007 · Apt 3D
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 12, 2007 · Apt BLDG
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
May 4, 2007 · Apt 1A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 4, 2007 · Apt 1A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 4, 2007 · Apt 1A
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C6)
- Year built
- 1907
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 20
- Building area
- 15,175 ft²
- Lot area
- 4,413 ft²
- Zoning
- R7-2
- Community board
- 112
- Council district
- 10
- Block / lot
- 2119 / 68
- Assessed value
- $738,000
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #100596, last renewed Aug 5, 2025.
Questions about 551 West 160 Street
Who owns 551 West 160 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 551 West 160th Street H D F C.
Does 551 West 160 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 134 housing violations at this property.
Is 551 West 160 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 551 West 160 Street built?
City records list 1907 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 551 West 160 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.