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657 West 161 Street

Manhattan, NY 10032BBL 1-02136-0150Map

Owner of record: 161 Holding Ltd

657 West 161 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1915 in Manhattan, 10032. It has 48 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is 161 Holding Ltd. HPD has recorded 1,837 housing violations here, most recently on October 7, 2026. 26 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 44 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
1,837
DOB violations
28
ECB violations
49
HPD complaints
1,648

What to know

Concern
7 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Oct 7, 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
44
About 92% of the building's 48 apartments
Up from 40 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 · 1,837

  • B

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

    Oct 7, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 7, 2026 · Apt 4E

    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 defective in the entire apartment located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 7, 2026 · Apt 4E

    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 defective in the entire apartment located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 7, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Oct 7, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 7, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace the broken or defective washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 7, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking around bathtub perimeter in the bathroom located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 7, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 7, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4e, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 square feet observed at the north wall in the bathroom located at apt 6f, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 6F

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at the north wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 6f, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 6F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 6f, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 6F

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 6f, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 6F

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 6f, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 6F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 3rd room from east, the bathroom located at apt 6f, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 6F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4e, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4e, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 5 square feet observed at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4e, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 4E

    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 inoperable in the entire apartment located at apt 4e, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 4E

    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 inoperable in the entire apartment located at apt 4e, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 5th room from north at east located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 22, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling, west and north walls in the 2nd bathroom from north located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 22, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 square feet on ceiling, west and north walls in the 2nd bathroom from north located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 22, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 1st bathroom from north located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 22, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

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

    Jun 22, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by performing activities necessary to abate tested lead-based paint from required window and/or door friction surfaces for apartment and make floors smooth and cleanable, positive lead-based paint in an apartment with a child under six located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 3C

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

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 5g, 5th story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 5G

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... greater than 1o square feet at the north wall, south wall and the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 3C

    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). 1st closet from east at south wall door in the private hallway located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) baseboard at north wall, baseboard at south wall, baseboard at west wall, 1st closet from east at south wall door frame in the private hallway located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from north at east wall in the 5th room from east located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 3C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st window frame from west at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 3C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

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

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 3C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) baseboard at south wall, 1st window frame from east at south wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door from east at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) east wall in the kitchen located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from west at north wall in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) west wall in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) baseboard at north wall, baseboard at south wall in the foyer located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 5g, 5th story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 5G

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the door frame in the entrance located at apt 5g, 5th story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 5G

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the door in the entrance located at apt 5g, 5th story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 5G

    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 north located at apt 5g, 5th story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 5G

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly secure the loose upper escutcheon plate of the steam riser at the north wall in the bathroom located at apt 5g, 5th story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 5G

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5g, 5th story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 5G

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5g, 5th story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 5G

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the north wall and the ceiling in the 2nd private hallway from north located at apt 5g, 5th story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 5G

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the north wall and the south wall in the 1st private hallway from north located at apt 5g, 5th story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 5G

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 28

  • Construction other optional

    Ewo due to hazardous conditions found. multiple locations cracking, spalling terra-cotta of water table, cracking, dislodging terra-cotta eyebrow of parapet lvl water table @ multi-locations. remedy: owner to immediately provide adequate safety measures @ exp1 south elev under supervision/direction of nys registered licensed professional

    Apr 10, 2026

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.note at time of inspection,i observed cracks/spalling terracotta in multi-locations at exposure 1 south elevation.observed spalled bricks in multi-locations at exposure 4 east elevation.remedy:owner to repair and/or replace

    Apr 10, 2026

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 24, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 20, 2021

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Oct 14, 2020

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Sep 2, 2020

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Sep 2, 2020

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Sep 2, 2020

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Sep 2, 2020

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    May 3, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Jun 2, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 20, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Sep 24, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 14, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 10, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 2, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 20, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 30, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 18, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 8, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 30, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p10276

    Jan 22, 2001

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p10276

    Nov 23, 1999

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p10276

    Apr 7, 1999

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 29, 1992

    Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    03-capacity plate-15-door checks-25-properly wire it and provide cover for door operator-27-missing roller-28-top set excessive play-31 -repair and provide covers thru installation on all electrical wiring

    Apr 20, 1990

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    33-repair/replace skylight, provide protective grill and light on overhead, repair/renew car to counterweight shaft and bearings of sheave-34-cover

    Apr 20, 1990

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    (11)repair alarm bell

    Jun 6, 1989

    Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 49

  • Class - 1

    Observed 6 story occupied building with supported scaffold and sws at exp1. active work was going to begin workers on site/sidewalk shed at time of inspection.tarp was installed indicating previous work. observ

    Aug 12, 2026 · Penalty $5,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Required approved plans or letter of completion for supported scaffold was not provided at time of inspection. obtain required documents

    Aug 12, 2026 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Class 2 items: remove water from elevator pit & verify sump pump for proper operation. category 5 test tag missing.

    Feb 5, 2026

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. noted a defective 4th floor staircase wall. the wall is missing plaster above the window, leaving a hole in the wall., repair and/or replace; repair the wa

    Jul 3, 2025 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Class 2: no phone service connect service to emergency operator. car door misaligned creating gaps adjust to remove. braille tags missing provide required signage at every hoist door. handrail loose repair & se

    Oct 7, 2024 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Car saddle to hall saddle is not level on multiple floors creating a tripping hazard, need to adjust floor stops. required signage stating "in case of fire use do not use elevator use the stairs" is missing, ne

    Nov 13, 2023 · Penalty $1,280

    Active
  • Class - 2

    At the time of inspection in the 1st floor hallway i observed #12 gauge wire in use as permanent wiring to give power ti another fixture. wires are exposed and can energize metal staircase, comply with ec

    Sep 13, 2023

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order contained in summons/v35542680r issued10/20/20&to file c/c pursuant to28-201.1&1rcny102-01.comply w/commissioner's order &/or file c/c.

    Jul 26, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order contained in summons/v35542680r issued10/20/20&to file c/c pursuant to28-201.1&1rcny102-01.no c/c on file.comply w/commissioner's order &/or file c/c.

    Jun 8, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35542680r issued on 10/20/20 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. occpancy contrary to c of o/dob records.

    Apr 19, 2021

    Resolve
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  • Class - 2

    Car governor electric switch missing remedy, provide and install safety switch, phone in car not working remedy, repair, light cover missing remedy, provide, car top light not working remedy, repair

    Mar 1, 2021 · Penalty $1,562

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order contained in summons/v35542680r issued10/20/20&to file c/c pursuant to28-201.1&1rcny102-01.comply w/commissioner's order &/or file c/c.

    Feb 26, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order contained in summons/v35467667p issued1/21/20&to file c/c pursuant to28-201.1&1rcny102-01.no permitor app filed to correct violation condition for work w/o permit.comply

    Feb 26, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35542680r issued on 10/20/20 & to file certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1&1rcny102-01.occupancy contrary to that allowed by t

    Dec 31, 2020

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/ commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35467667p issued on 1/21/20 & to file certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1&1rcny102-01.work w/o permit @ cellar bb2.comply w/ c

    Dec 31, 2020

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by certificate of occuapcny or department record noted at cellar level full height partition exceeds with 3piece bathroom to create a two bedroom approvment hpd #113470 super

    Oct 20, 2020

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35467667p issued on 01-21-20 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. work without a permit a

    Oct 20, 2020

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35433354z issued on 07/14/20 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. for cracks at exterior wall. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/o

    Sep 28, 2020 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35467668r issued on 1/21/20 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.occupancy contrary to

    Aug 19, 2020

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35467666n issued on 1/21/20 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.occupancy contrary to

    Aug 19, 2020 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35467669z issued on 1/21/20 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.failure to maintain bldg

    Aug 19, 2020 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35467667p issued on 01/21/20 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102.01. work w/o permit at cellar #bb2. remedy: comply w/co

    Aug 19, 2020

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg exterior walls.at the time of inspection noted bldg exterior walls in state of disrepair w/multiple vertical & horizontal cracks & missing sections of window decorative masonry lintel &

    Jul 14, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maitnain building in code compliant manner.at time of inspection noted at cellar area dwelling unit bb2 and (2) s.r.o at storage using temporary wiring(extension cords)as permanent wirirng for lights

    Jan 21, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occapancy contrary to certificate of occupancy or building dept. recordsat time of inspection noted cellar storage room.erected full height partitions with (2) doors with locking devices creating (2)s.r.o with

    Jan 21, 2020 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work without permit at time of inspeciton noted at cellar#(bb2)createdfull height partitions with doors with locking devices creating(1)illegal dwelling unit with(2)bedrooms(1)3 piece bath(1)kitchen with full s

    Jan 21, 2020

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by certificate of occupancy of building dept records.at time of inspection noted at cellar unit bb2 erected for height partitions creating (2) class a dwelling unit with (2)be

    Jan 21, 2020

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    16k10,37p7,40p7,78o02 16k10-hoistway door(buck)rusted all the way thruout 5th fl,repair contact dob ir elevator for reinspection before going to service 37p7 no access to overhead,need to provide keys when supe

    Apr 15, 2019 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation# 35305540x issued on 10/11/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. for failure to maintai

    Dec 4, 2018 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. at rear courtyard of building there are multiple large vertical cracks in the facade of premises. remedy: repair and/replace

    Oct 11, 2018 · Penalty $312

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    97x10/failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner;service equipment-elevator as per bc3001.2 & 27-987.dob records show the only elevator in bldg as active.upon inspection the device is found to be out of

    Nov 1, 2016 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    11l10,03d06,56y02,56y13,70z09,77k10,07l10. car button station defective repair, car enclosure unsecured proerly secure, hoist machine oil leak clean. hoist machine oil leak seal, it water leak remove,undersid

    Jul 20, 2016

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    68b07,70z09. no entry of date of brake maintenance in log, water in pit in the amount as to be covering part of tension weight.

    Jun 10, 2016 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    02x10,16m07,53o02,54b12,56y13,55b12,70o02,37#07,70z09,03e10,57b09. 02x-2way communication inoperable; 54b-reshackle as per code; 16m-provide escytchon hole for "basement door"; 55b-reshackle as per code; 57b-re

    Oct 28, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Unapproved/unsafe/unsuitable electrical equipment,apparatus,materials,devices,appliances or wiring in use.bedroom apt 4e & bsmt service equipment.4e defective receptacle are in use,bsmt end line box not(covered

    Jun 24, 2014 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Electrical work w/o a permit.apt 4e entire:lighting fixtures!"replacing old to new ceiling fixtures"not on file.rem:obtain permit.

    Jun 24, 2014 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to ground electrical systems.bsmt service ground conductor.no water main ground provided!rem:provide grounding.

    Jun 24, 2014 · Penalty $4,800

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to properly bond electrical systems.bsmt service equipment.2 400(amp)1 200(supur)service entrance conductors service switches neut bone not bonded to enclosure.rem:provide proper bonding.

    Jun 24, 2014 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    21r11,03m11,10h11,56y13.(work w/o permit)(21r11)file & obtain permit for installing new inter locks.(03m11)replace hand rail in car.

    Dec 20, 2010 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    16k11,80b14,03i10,37t07,37m07. 16k-replace defective hoistway door frame in bsment. 80b-shorten ant ropes. 03i-cover hole in top of cab by vents. 37t-label over-head door. 37m-provide lock on over head door.

    Jul 6, 2010 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    56y12,56o02,70z09,39o02,60b07,68m07,40o02. 56y- seal oil leak hoist machine. 56o- clean oil from hoist machine & bed plate. 70o- remove all water from the pit & garbage. 60b- provide proper lighting in motor ro

    May 25, 2010

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    B354 15.16.21a.34b.50a.50b.50c.50d.50e.50f.50g.50h50i.50a oil leak at fuel filter canister 50b open container of fuel oil 50c no test chains 50d no pump shield 50e rear inspection door searched 50f water lines

    Nov 8, 2008 · Penalty $100

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    5k,18q,22l,49k,51b. 4 fl, oil.

    Dec 29, 1999

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    03#, 03m, 25l, 33i, 33q, 45x, 50y, 50y. 03#-wrong capacity plate. 03m-cut out for safety key. 33i-walls. 33q-skylight. 45x-tripping device.

    Feb 28, 1995 · Penalty $100

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    03#,08v,22d,31q,33i,33q,03f,37g,45x,46l,49l,50y,50y,50m,57z,60m,61k,74x,73u,75#. 03 wrong capacity plate. 33i walls 33q skylight 03 steadying plates 45 triping device 50 gear oil. 60 conterweight 74 working

    Jul 30, 1993 · Penalty $200

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    37g,3m,33q,33w,57z,73u,8v,74x,75#,31q,60m,3m,22r,61k,33i,31r,50y, 3 capacity 33 skylight 33 wall 74 work light 60 cwt 3 safety key hole 31 under elev and to pump in pit

    Mar 17, 1993

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    28l,57z,60m,31q,3m,3m,33w,33i,33i,33q,61k,8v,31r,31r,22r,46t,49t, 60 cwt 3a, capacity plate 3b safety key hole in floor 33a wall 33b skylight 33c skylight 31a under elev 31b to pump in pit

    Jul 31, 1992 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    28l,50y,22d,52e.

    Oct 2, 1991 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to safeguard publc and property affected by construction operations installation of new windows defect no sidewalk shed remedy stop all work until a sidewalk shed has been provided for the protection of

    Jan 11, 1989 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Sep 26, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Sep 18, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 18, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 18, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Elevator

    Maintenance

    Sep 18, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 8, 2026 · Apt 6F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 8, 2026 · Apt 6F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 8, 2026 · Apt 6F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 8, 2026 · Apt 6F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jul 27, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
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  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 14, 2026 · Apt 5G

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jun 7, 2026 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jun 7, 2026 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 7, 2026 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 7, 2026 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jun 7, 2026 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 7, 2026 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jun 7, 2026 · Apt 2H

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jun 7, 2026 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    May 15, 2026 · Apt 3G

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 20, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 2, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Mar 25, 2026 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 25, 2026 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Mar 25, 2026 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 25, 2026 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Mar 20, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 20, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 20, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 2, 2026 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 2, 2026 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Mar 2, 2026 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 2, 2026 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Elevator

    Maintenance

    Mar 2, 2026 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 28, 2026 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 10, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 2, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 31, 2026 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 29, 2026 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 31, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 31, 2025 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 31, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 31, 2025 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Dec 29, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 10, 2025 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Dec 10, 2025 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 10, 2025 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Dec 8, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close

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 (D1)
Year built
1915
Floors
6
Residential units
48
Building area
62,736 ft²
Lot area
14,988 ft²
Zoning
R8
Community board
112
Council district
7
Block / lot
2136 / 150
Assessed value
$1,504,350
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #113470, last renewed Jul 6, 2026.

Questions about 657 West 161 Street

Who owns 657 West 161 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 161 Holding Ltd.

Does 657 West 161 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 1,837 housing violations at this property.

Is 657 West 161 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 44 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 92% of its 48 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 657 West 161 Street built?

City records list 1915 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 657 West 161 Street?

It has 48 residential units.

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