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511 West 172 Street

Manhattan, NY 10032BBL 1-02129-0057Map

Owner of record: 507-15 West 172 Street Housing Developme Nt Fund

511 West 172 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10032. It has 22 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 507-15 West 172 Street Housing Developme Nt Fund. HPD has recorded 87 housing violations here, most recently on November 18, 2025. 24 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
87
DOB violations
13
ECB violations
7
HPD complaints
51

What to know

Concern
7 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Nov 18, 2025

Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.

Good
No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

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

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 87

  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at vestibule door , 1st story

    Nov 18, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at building entrance door

    Nov 18, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective bell buzzer intercom system from the building entrance door to east wall in the private hallway located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Oct 28, 2025 · Apt 3D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at vestibule door , 1st story

    Oct 21, 2025

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at building entrance door , 1st story

    Oct 21, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over the ceiling in the 2nd room from east at north located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 28, 2025 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 2nd room from east at north located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 28, 2025 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    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.

    Nov 22, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective automatic door closer at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 17, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of furniture under the staircase at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 17, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass lite at window at the intermediate landing at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 17, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots at 4th story balcony fire escape at building front

    Apr 22, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at east wall and ceiling in the foyer located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 22, 2024 · Apt 1C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Apr 22, 2024 · Apt 1C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding the allowable maxium temperature of 130 degrees at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 22, 2024 · Apt 1C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Nov 8, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hydraulic door closer at vestibule

    Nov 8, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 4, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Apr 4, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Apr 4, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

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

    Apr 4, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective connection sink drain in the bathroom located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 4, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Apr 4, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding 130 degress ferrenheit in the entire apartment located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 16, 2022 · Apt 1D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 16, 2022 · Apt 1D

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

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

    Dec 16, 2022 · Apt 1D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Dec 16, 2022 · Apt 1D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking around bathtub and wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 16, 2022 · Apt 1D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 16, 2022 · Apt 1D

    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 bathroom located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 16, 2022 · Apt 1D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 16, 2022 · Apt 1D

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 16, 2022 · Apt 1D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 16, 2022 · Apt 1D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... in the entrance located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 16, 2022 · Apt 1D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective electrical outlets at south and east walls in the kitchen located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 16, 2022 · Apt 1D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Dec 16, 2022 · Apt 1D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood bottom of sink base cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 16, 2022 · Apt 1D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 16, 2022 · Apt 1D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective lock and assembly at building entrance door at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 9, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    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.

    Nov 2, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective machinical door closer on vestibuel door at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 22, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Feb 16, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    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
  • B

    Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by submitting required supporting documentation and affidavits for apartment located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 10, 2021 · Apt 4A

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

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Aug 10, 2021 · Apt 2D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective, in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Aug 10, 2021 · Apt 2D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 = 3; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Aug 10, 2021 · Apt 2D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 = 2; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 30, 2021 · Apt 3A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock installed at door in the room leading to the fire escape window in the 4th room from north at west located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 30, 2021 · Apt 3A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct failure to notify occupants and/or to investigate lead-based paint hazards.

    Jul 30, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 13

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 27, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    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

ECB violations · 7

  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway-noted sharp metal spike track installed on top of masonry guardrail underneath multiple dwelling fire escape drop ladder obstructing exit passageway evident.rmdy:

    Jun 2, 2013 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain. 8 x 2 inches crack from the floor to ceiling at east end west wall in basement entrance near front door line this is abearing interior wall. remedy: make all necessary repairs

    Apr 27, 1995

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain. 8 x 2 inches crack from floor to ceiling at eastwall in basement entrance near front door line. this is a bearing interior wall. remedy: file structural stability report. obtain

    Jan 3, 1994

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior defect is large hole in slab 4x4 in the floor of fire passage at south side of building. remedy:make repair to assure that holes are closed.

    Jan 28, 1993

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain defect is: 8 foot by 2in crack from floor to ceiling of east wall in basement entrance hall near front of building this is a load bearing interior wal. remedy:file a structual stability

    Jan 28, 1993

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit: work noted:constructed a masonry block wall from floor to ceiling 5bx8feet at rear exit from basement. creating a bathroom with no ventor window. blocked off window in apartment in bsm

    Jan 28, 1993

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain defect is : large cracks from floor to ceiling in kitchen and bathrooms of b line. sagging floors thur-out building, rotted floor and sub floor under radiators in apt. 3c livingroom.

    Jan 28, 1993

    Active

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 28, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Open
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 3, 2026 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jan 14, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jan 14, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 12, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 17, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 27, 2025 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Oct 10, 2025 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 10, 2025 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 10, 2025 · Apt 1D

    Close
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  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Oct 10, 2025 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 10, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Oct 10, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 10, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 24, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 20, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 14, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 17, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 15, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 25, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 21, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 6, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 3, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 2, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 1, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 31, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 2, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 29, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 12, 2022 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 9, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 13, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 9, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 30, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 19, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 22, 2021 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jan 28, 2021 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 29, 2020 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 21, 2015 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 21, 2015 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 21, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 21, 2014 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 5, 2014 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 2, 2014 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 23, 2013 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Aug 21, 2012 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 20, 2010 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jun 4, 2008 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jun 4, 2008 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jun 4, 2008 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 4, 2008 · Apt 1A

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C6)
Year built
1910
Floors
5
Residential units
22
Building area
14,820 ft²
Lot area
4,134 ft²
Zoning
R7-2
Community board
112
Council district
10
Block / lot
2129 / 57
Assessed value
$591,300
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #105416, last renewed Sep 8, 2025.

Questions about 511 West 172 Street

Who owns 511 West 172 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 507-15 West 172 Street Housing Developme Nt Fund.

Does 511 West 172 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 87 housing violations at this property.

Is 511 West 172 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 511 West 172 Street built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 511 West 172 Street?

It has 22 residential units.

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