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540 St Nicholas Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10032BBL 1-02122-0084Map

Owner of record: Hp Washington Heights Portfolio Housing

540 St Nicholas Avenue is an elevator apartment building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10032. It has 56 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is Hp Washington Heights Portfolio Housing. HPD has recorded 1,131 housing violations here, most recently on September 9, 2026. 28 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 54 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
1,131
DOB violations
32
ECB violations
42
HPD complaints
1,163

What to know

Concern
12 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Sep 9, 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
54
About 96% of the building's 56 apartments
Up from 53 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 · 1,131

  • C

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

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 1J

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • 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 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 1J

    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 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 1J

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from at least 1 window or provide approved type gate .. in the kitchen located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 1J

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 1J

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass pane at upper sash at 3rd window from west at north at public hall, 4th story

    Aug 18, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood flooring in the 3rd room from east located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 18, 2026 · Apt 1J

    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 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 18, 2026 · Apt 1J

    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 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 18, 2026 · Apt 1J

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Aug 18, 2026 · Apt 1J

    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 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 18, 2026 · Apt 1J

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • A

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

    Aug 16, 2026 · Apt 1J

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Aug 16, 2026 · Apt 1J

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective connection drain pipe under the washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 16, 2026 · Apt 1J

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Aug 16, 2026 · Apt 1J

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

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

    Aug 16, 2026 · Apt 1J

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 16, 2026 · Apt 1J

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Jul 16, 2026 · Apt 1J

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Jul 16, 2026 · Apt 1J

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

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

    Jul 16, 2026 · Apt 1J

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of bent 4th metal slat from north [ at drop ladder platform ] at 1st fire escape from east [ building north exterior wall ] building front

    Jul 9, 2026

    Open — Nov certified on time
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door in the entrance located at apt 2k, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 9, 2026 · Apt 2K

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 5h, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jun 1, 2026 · Apt 5H

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 5h, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jun 1, 2026 · Apt 5H

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide dwelling with a janitor or responsible person or janitorial service.

    Jun 1, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 5h, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 20, 2026 · Apt 5H

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood base bottom at sink cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 5h, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 20, 2026 · Apt 5H

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10sq ft at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 4e, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    May 10, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • A

    Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the at all floors and landings at all stories at public hall

    Apr 16, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 1J

    Open — False certification
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 6c, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 6C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 6c, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 6C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 6c, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 6C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood door frame casing in the entrance located at apt 6c, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 6C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 6c, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 6C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 6c, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 6C

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 1st room from east at north, the 4th room from east located at apt 6c, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 6C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and the ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 1J

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and the ceiling in the 1st room from east located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 1J

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and the ceiling in the 3rd room from east located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 1J

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and the ceiling in the 4th room from east at north located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 1J

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and the ceiling in the foyer located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 1J

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 1J

    Open — False certification
  • A

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

    Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 1J

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 6c, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 6C

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • 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). south wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 4j, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 15, 2026 · Apt 4J

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 4j, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 15, 2026 · Apt 4J

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 4j, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 15, 2026 · Apt 4J

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at west wall, east wall, ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 4j, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 15, 2026 · Apt 4J

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

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

    Mar 15, 2026 · Apt 4J

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 32

  • 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 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
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst

    Nov 14, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 1, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2012 cat 1 insp/tst

    May 30, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 18, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 2, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 4, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 8, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 26, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 21, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 24, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 23, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 20, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p10297

    Apr 8, 2003

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p10297

    Nov 17, 1999

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p10297

    Apr 13, 1999

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jun 20, 1994

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jun 20, 1994

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jun 20, 1994

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jun 20, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jun 20, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jun 20, 1994

    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
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jan 9, 1992

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    Device #1p10297

    Apr 24, 1991

    Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    3 capcity plate

    Sep 25, 1990

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    3-capacity

    Apr 19, 1990

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    (51)cover car light

    Jan 4, 1989

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    (51)cover car light

    Jan 4, 1989

    Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 42

  • Class - 1

    Cease use item: door zone restrictor inoperative. (nyc administrative code 28-301.1, 28-304.6; asme a17.1/csa b44-2013, section 2.26.9). remedy: correct the condition and email [email protected] to request

    Aug 5, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. at time of inspection observed in apt 2c extensive vibrations emanating from commercial space 1091 st. nicholas ave. remedy: repair and/or replace.

    Feb 4, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Cease use: door zone restrictor has been defeated. this safety device prevents the cab door from opening in between floors which is dangerous for passengers inside of the elevator. re-inspection required. the m

    Oct 4, 2024 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. class 2 items: 1) car floor to landing sill not level, adjust leveling. 2) in car communication inoperative, repair. 3) interlocks in the lobby and basemen

    Jun 11, 2024

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Class 1..cease use: door zone lock inoperative. repair and call for reinspection. class 2. top floor hall button getting stuck. phone inoperative. floor levels need adjusting.

    Jan 3, 2023 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Missing cat 1 tag on controller,phone not working

    May 9, 2022

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Dlm not working. no door lock monitoring installed in this controller as per 3.10.12 of appendix k3 of the 2014 nycbc. remedy : install dlm and perform, and file test with nycdob. outside communicatio (phone) i

    Mar 18, 2021 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code- compliant manner.at time of inspection, on the 2nd floor near the 2d/2e hallway, observed several missing tiles, cracks and a hole in the floor approximately 5" x 2" creati

    Dec 18, 2019 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Work w/o permit. noted at apt#5k 5j and 4c erected full height partitions w/ door and locking device creating 1 additional sleeping area increasing room count and changing unit layout. remedy:obtain all require

    Nov 21, 2019 · Penalty $500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Cu5a10 door zone restrictor not working. this is a safety device to ensure passengers safety. repair restrictor and contact nycdob for reinspection.

    Mar 12, 2019 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
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  • Class - 2

    2x1-=52bb12,55bb12,16e10. 2x10-outside comm inoperative repair; 52bb12-hoist ropes bb reshackle; 55bb12-drum to counterweights rope bb re shackle; 16e10-hoistway door rubbing repair.

    Nov 28, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    02b10,70o02,40p16. 02b10-repair phone; 70o02-clean pit; 40p16-provideaccess to machine room.

    Jan 18, 2017 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    16j01,16b10,11#07,39o02,40#07,70#07,37#07. 70#-comply with section 8.1(pit area); 16j-adjust all swing doors; 16b-secure keeper/from floors 1-5,also repair hole in lobby for dropkey; 11#-comply with section 8.1

    Sep 16, 2015 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    14-b-11,70-o-02,70-m-07,40-p-07,67-b-10,08-b-01,16-f-01:14-b-11-car mirror insufficient replace.70-o-02-pit dirty clean.70-m-07-pit ladder missing provide.40-p-07-machine rm no means of access provide.67-b-10-c

    Jun 22, 2015 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    11#07,16j01,08v01,37#07,40#07,54m12,55b07,70#07. 16j-adjust;-4, 2 lobby swing doors; 11-comply w/section 8.1 (basement lockout);55b-provide legible tag; 70#comply w/section 8.1 (pit area); 37#comply w/section

    Feb 23, 2015 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    100l10,54l10,55l10,05m07,05l10,39o02,68m07,56o02,70o02,61l11,09l10,16l10,40l10,26l10,16l10. 100-date fire ext; 54/55l-improper tag thor thumble; 05-vigir grille; 05-zone restrictor; 39-clean; 68-main log; 09-fl

    Jan 5, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    09l10,16m07,41l06,40m07,08j01,37m07,54b12,55b12,100l11,42m07,42l10,61l10,61l11,05l10,12l10. 09-reset safety plate in floor; 16-basement facia under saddle; 41-properly secure; 40-no ventilation; 08-floor stops;

    Sep 23, 2014 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    21j10,05j10,40d06. 21j10-basement hatchdoor interlock stops car when pulling on door repair; 05j10-car door misaligned repair; 40d06-motor room door no lock properly secured, roof landing motor wheel house not

    Feb 24, 2014 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    100b10,13m7,40p16,70o2. 100-phone in car not working. fan need, no access to motor room and overhead, no emergency light.

    Dec 27, 2012 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    97x10- the only elevator in bldg is inoperative; hazardous to human health. restore to service.

    Oct 12, 2012 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    56y10,56y13,68r07,33m12,39u12,16l10,45u07,45u05,67x10. 56y- repair & seal glow packing. 68r- provide current log book. 33u,39u- reshackle car & (cut) shackles. 16l- repair interlock on basement level.

    Aug 29, 2012 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Constructed sheetrock partition dividing living room into two seperate rooms in apt 5k rem: restore to prior legal condition or obtain permit if feasible

    Mar 4, 2011 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Work w/o a permit work noted constructed sheetrock partitions creating extra room in apt remedy: obtain a permit if feasible or restore to prior legal condition

    Jun 17, 2010

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    42g09.05b10.16j01.21b07.08v01.100bb05.98bb05.70o02.42g09.remove jumpedfire controller also remove slow blow fuse one timmer only 05b10 install cab door gib in proper location on cab door rear of door & secure

    Oct 1, 2008 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Sec10b10,16l10,8v1,84l10. 10/b-car pool needs two gibs 16/l-all hoistway door checks need repair 8/v leveling is off on all floors 84/l hoistway door handle on 3rd floor needs repair

    May 7, 2008 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    33p07/ 35p07/ 57o07/ 09b11/ 09 bend fire gibbs

    Dec 17, 2001 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c ofo #21871 - occupancy of 1st story has been changed from (6) six stories to (4) stories. note:two stores have been combined into one store. remedy:discontinue illeg

    Oct 28, 2000 · Penalty $800

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrayr to that allowed by certificate of occupancy premises is arranged and ordinary as an eating and drinking establishment contrary to c.o # 21871 which state comm.stones .remedy; amend c/o or dis

    Apr 8, 2000 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    22l06,33o02,35o02,46u13. #35 0-2= only elevator equipment allowed in motor room.

    Nov 1, 1999 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    8b 18d 11q 33o 15b 557o 35y 15k 8 not level upon down 18 lobby door luck not secure to door buck 33 overheaded not clean

    Sep 14, 1999

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy. inthat premises is arranged and operating as an eating and drinking establishment contrary to certificate of occpancy number 21871 which

    Aug 15, 1999 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    8l11, 15l11, 17r12, 18l11, 25l11, 28l11, 50y14, 50y2, 57o2, 74#11

    Oct 17, 1994 · Penalty $200

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    13o,15l,17i,17r,30i,32q,40l,50y,50y,52#,57o,33l,33i. 15 5th floor. 17 for wire glass. 33l sheaves shafts and bearings. 33 door. file application and obtain permit for brake replacement.

    Dec 15, 1993 · Penalty $450

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    02x,03m,05i,08v,11q,14m,15i,17i,18x,18l,24l,25l,28l,31q,33p,37l,48h,46l,49l. 03m-capacity plate 15i-6th floor 18x-secondary contacts jumped 37l-answer all calls cease use until item 18x is complied with, before

    Mar 23, 1993 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    50y,50y,51f,57o,73u,73o.

    Mar 23, 1993

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    02i,03i,35p

    Mar 2, 1992 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Building occupied contrary to building department records. a)convert basement in to a billard social club approx. 600 square feet. b) incorporate storage area into a apartment. location: north area way

    Jan 9, 1992 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. noted: a split system air conditioning unit has been installed in building centerr court area way.

    Jan 9, 1992 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work with out a permit: noted: a space in basement has been converted to a billard room - with interior partitions, bathroom, wet bar location: north area way 1st door east. remedy; remove all illegal

    Jan 9, 1992 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit- noted: von rated (plywood) partations have beenerected creating additional apartment space with bathroom.kitchen. wood. no rated.

    Jan 9, 1992 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    03m,14m,35o,33o,73o,03 capacity plate

    Apr 24, 1991 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Unknown

    Work without a permit. alterations on the 4th, 5th and 6th stories. remedy; obtain a permit and approvals. work completed prior to inspection.

    Jul 28, 1988 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 2, 2026 · Apt 1J

    Open
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Oct 2, 2026 · Apt 1J

    Open
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Oct 2, 2026 · Apt 1J

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 2, 2026 · Apt 1J

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  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 1, 2026 · Apt 1J

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  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 1, 2026 · Apt 1J

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  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 1, 2026 · Apt 1J

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  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 1, 2026 · Apt 1J

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  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 11, 2026 · Apt 1J

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  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 11, 2026 · Apt 1J

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  • Elevator

    Maintenance

    Aug 5, 2026 · Apt BLDG

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  • Elevator

    Maintenance

    Aug 5, 2026 · Apt 4D

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  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 2, 2026 · Apt 4

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  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jul 27, 2026 · Apt 1J

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  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jul 27, 2026 · Apt 1J

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  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jul 27, 2026 · Apt 1J

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  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jul 13, 2026 · Apt 1J

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  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 13, 2026 · Apt 1J

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  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 13, 2026 · Apt 1J

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  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jul 2, 2026 · Apt 4J

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  • General

    Cooking gas

    Jul 2, 2026 · Apt 4J

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  • General

    Cabinet

    May 14, 2026 · Apt 5H

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  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 14, 2026 · Apt 5H

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  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    May 5, 2026 · Apt 4E

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  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    May 5, 2026 · Apt 4E

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  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    May 5, 2026 · Apt 4E

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  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    May 5, 2026 · Apt 4E

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  • General

    Cabinet

    Apr 23, 2026 · Apt 5H

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  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 23, 2026 · Apt 5H

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  • General

    Janitor/super

    Apr 21, 2026 · Apt 4B

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  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Apr 20, 2026 · Apt 52

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  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Apr 16, 2026 · Apt BLDG

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  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    Apr 11, 2026 · Apt 4E

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  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Apr 11, 2026 · Apt 4E

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  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Apr 1, 2026 · Apt 1J

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  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Apr 1, 2026 · Apt 1J

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  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 1, 2026 · Apt 1J

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  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 18, 2026 · Apt 6C

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  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 18, 2026 · Apt 6C

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  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 18, 2026 · Apt 6C

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  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Mar 1, 2026 · Apt 4J

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  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 1, 2026 · Apt 4J

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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 12, 2026 · Apt BLDG

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  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 6C

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  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 6C

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  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jan 31, 2026 · Apt 6C

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  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Dec 18, 2025 · Apt 4E

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  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Dec 18, 2025 · Apt 4E

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  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Dec 18, 2025 · Apt 4E

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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 12, 2025 · Apt BLDG

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Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Elevator apartment building (D7)
Year built
1910
Floors
6
Residential units
56
Building area
50,932 ft²
Lot area
10,365 ft²
Zoning
R7-2
Community board
112
Council district
10
Block / lot
2122 / 84
Assessed value
$3,148,200
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #118629, last renewed Jun 30, 2025.

Questions about 540 St Nicholas Avenue

Who owns 540 St Nicholas Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Hp Washington Heights Portfolio Housing.

Does 540 St Nicholas Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 1,131 housing violations at this property.

Is 540 St Nicholas Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 54 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 96% of its 56 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 540 St Nicholas Avenue built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 540 St Nicholas Avenue?

It has 56 residential units and 60 units in total.

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