556 West 185 Street
Manhattan, NY 10033BBL 1-02157-0013Map
Owner of record: Dy 556 West 185 LLC
556 West 185 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1907 in Manhattan, 10033. It has 24 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Dy 556 West 185 LLC. HPD has recorded 128 housing violations here, most recently on February 23, 2024. 14 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 15 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 128
- DOB violations
- 0
- ECB violations
- 2
- HPD complaints
- 215
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
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.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 128
- BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of double cyclinder lock installed on front gate leading to basement , 1st story
Feb 23, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 23, 2024 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the standing water, and rubbish at rear yard
Feb 23, 2024
Open — Invalid certification - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective mortise lock on the self-closing door at vestibule at public hall, 1st story
Feb 23, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of construction materials under staircase at public hall stairs, 1st story
Feb 23, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Feb 23, 2024 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Feb 23, 2024 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the south wall, and ceiling in the foyer located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Feb 23, 2024 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak the ceiling in the foyer located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Feb 23, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove the illegal fastening slide bolt with eye installed, and arranged to be locked at the interior side of self-closing door in the entrance located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 23, 2024 · Apt 3
Open — Invalid certification
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- ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective sloping wood floor in the 4th room from north located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 23, 2024 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the north wall, east wall, south wall, west wall, and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 23, 2024 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at north wall, east wall, south wall, west wall, and ceiling approximately 25 sq.ft. in the bathroom located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 23, 2024 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet . in the bathroom located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 23, 2024 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the west wall, and ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 23, 2024 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 23, 2024 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Feb 23, 2024 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 30, 2024 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 30, 2024 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 30, 2024 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl commercial floor tiles in the 2nd room from north located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 30, 2024 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Replace the broken or defective water closet in the bathroom located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 30, 2024 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 16, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Nov 29, 2023 · Apt 16
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the private hallway located at apt 16, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Nov 29, 2023 · Apt 16
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 16, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Nov 29, 2023 · Apt 16
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective steel bracket under 6th tread from bottom at public hall stairs, 4th story
Nov 29, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective upper and lower rotten wood cabinets at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 5, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 14, 2023 · Apt 5
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 5, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 14, 2023 · Apt 5
Open — Defect letter issued - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 5, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 14, 2023 · Apt 5
Open — Defect letter issued - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 5, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 14, 2023 · Apt 5
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.
Mar 16, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling and north wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 26, 2018 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... ceiling and north wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 26, 2018 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 26, 2018 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... ceiling, south and west walls in the bathroom located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 26, 2018 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective marble plate at the east wall in the vestibule , 1st story
Aug 7, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of flower pots at the front of the building at fire escape, 4th story
Aug 7, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic wall tiles in the bathroom located at apt 18, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Aug 7, 2015 · Apt 18
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 18, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Aug 7, 2015 · Apt 18
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 18, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Aug 7, 2015 · Apt 18
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective electrical outlet on the north wall in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 18, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Aug 7, 2015 · Apt 18
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing electrical switch cover on the east wall in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 18, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Aug 7, 2015 · Apt 18
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Section 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor unit missing at public hall, 1st story
Feb 18, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 18, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jan 4, 2015 · Apt 18
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 18, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jan 4, 2015 · Apt 18
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of loose electrical outlets at north and east walls. in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 18, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jan 4, 2015 · Apt 18
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors in the entrance located at apt 18, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jan 4, 2015 · Apt 18
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of loose wiring at south wall in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 18, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jan 4, 2015 · Apt 18
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 200 watts minimum required (light fixtures present)
Dec 10, 2014
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
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, north wall, east wall in the kitchen located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 21, 2014 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 0
No DOB violations on record
ECB violations · 2
- Class - 2
Unapproved/unsafe/unsuitable electrical equipment,apparatus,materials,devices,appliances or wiring in use. the entire bsmt: defective open wiring are in use,defectove lighting fixtures,around cables are not
Mar 6, 2015 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to ground electrical systems. bsmt service ground conductor: no ground provided. water main ground not attach in the water pipe. remedy: provide grounding.
Mar 6, 2015 · Penalty $4,800
Resolve
Complaints
- Plumbing
Water supply
Sep 24, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Sep 24, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Sep 24, 2024 · Apt WHOLEB
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Sep 24, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Sep 24, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Sep 24, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Sep 24, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Sep 24, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Sep 24, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Feb 22, 2024 · Apt 3
Close
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- Flooring/stairs
Floor
Feb 22, 2024 · Apt 3
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Feb 22, 2024 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Feb 22, 2024 · Apt 3
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Feb 22, 2024 · Apt 3
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Feb 20, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Feb 20, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jan 31, 2024 · Apt 16
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 26, 2024 · Apt 3
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jan 26, 2024 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jan 26, 2024 · Apt 3
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jan 26, 2024 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Jan 26, 2024 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Nov 27, 2023 · Apt 16
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Nov 27, 2023 · Apt 16
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Nov 27, 2023 · Apt 16
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 9, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Oct 31, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Aug 4, 2023 · Apt 5
Close - Safety
Window guard broken/missing
Aug 4, 2023 · Apt 5
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Aug 4, 2023 · Apt 5
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Aug 4, 2023 · Apt 5
Close - General
Cabinet
Aug 4, 2023 · Apt 5
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 4, 2023 · Apt 5
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Aug 4, 2023 · Apt 5
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 29, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 29, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 21, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Oct 15, 2018 · Apt 3
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 24, 2018 · Apt 3
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 1, 2018 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 11, 2017 · Apt 5
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 10, 2017 · Apt 18
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 17, 2017 · Apt 9
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 15, 2017 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 15, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 15, 2017 · Apt 11
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 31, 2016 · Apt 9
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
May 4, 2016 · Apt 9
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 12, 2016 · Apt 4
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 22, 2016 · Apt 4
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 30, 2026 | Non-market transfer | Rentals - walkup apartments | 24 |
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C1)
- Year built
- 1907
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 24
- Building area
- 14,230 ft²
- Lot area
- 3,997 ft²
- Zoning
- R7-2
- Community board
- 112
- Council district
- 10
- Block / lot
- 2157 / 13
- Assessed value
- $497,700
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #131821, last renewed Jun 11, 2025.
Questions about 556 West 185 Street
Who owns 556 West 185 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Dy 556 West 185 LLC.
Does 556 West 185 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 128 housing violations at this property.
Is 556 West 185 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 15 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 63% of its 24 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 556 West 185 Street built?
City records list 1907 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 556 West 185 Street?
It has 24 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.