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605 West 179 Street

Manhattan, NY 10033BBL 1-02162-0046Map

Owner of record: Malek Investors, LLC

605 West 179 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10033. It has 7 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Malek Investors, LLC. HPD has recorded 76 housing violations here, most recently on January 21, 2024. 12 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 5 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
76
DOB violations
8
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
63

What to know

Concern
4 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Jan 21, 2024

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
5
About 71% of the building's 7 apartments
Down from 6 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 · 76

  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding the maximum allowable of 130f in the entire apartment located at apt 8, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 21, 2024 · Apt 8

    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.

    Apr 2, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 7, 2020 · Apt 8

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 7, 2020 · Apt 8

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 7, 2020 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 7, 2020 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors .. in the entrance located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 7, 2020 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of slide bolt with eye capable of being locked installed on door in the entrance located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 7, 2020 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at cellar

    Jan 7, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor covering at 1 st landing from 2nd story hallway to 3rd story.... at public hall stairs

    Apr 23, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 16, 2019 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling. at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 16, 2019

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper. at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 16, 2019

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 16, 2019

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 16, 2019 · Apt 8

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 16, 2019 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling. at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 16, 2019

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Apr 16, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Apr 16, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Apr 16, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective 2nd wooden tread from the bottom up at public hall stairs, 2nd story

    Apr 16, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Apr 16, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box sign missing at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 16, 2019

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of slide bolt with eye installed on door capable of being padlock in the entrance located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 4, 2019 · Apt 8

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Apr 4, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Apr 4, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system missng at public hall at basement story and at boiler room door at cellar

    Nov 29, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 29, 2018 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 29, 2018 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat from an approved central heating system, or an approved system of gas or electrical heating in good operating condition for the dwelling unit in the entire apartment located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 29, 2018 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat from an approved central heating system, or an approved system of gas or electrical heating in good operating condition for the dwelling unit in the entire apartment located at apt ent, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 26, 2018 · Apt ENT

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt ent, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 26, 2018 · Apt ENT

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures no gas at range in the entire apartment located at apt ent, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 26, 2018 · Apt ENT

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd.

    Oct 4, 2015

    Open — Not complied with
  • 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.

    Oct 2, 2015

    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 3, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    § 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration walls and ceiling erected in the back of apt created rooms obstrucing lights and ventilation of apt rooms in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 9, 2008 · Apt 4

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

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

    Jul 9, 2008 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Jul 9, 2008 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Jul 9, 2008 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 4, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 9, 2008 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace the broken or defective washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 4, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 9, 2008 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective electric outlet at east and west walls in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 4, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 9, 2008 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective ceiling light fixture in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 4, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 9, 2008 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective mechanical ventilator at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 4, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 9, 2008 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in watercloset in the bathroom located at apt 4, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 9, 2008 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace with new the broken or defective apt door in the entrance located at apt 4, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 9, 2008 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets sink in the kitchen located at apt 4, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 9, 2008 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 9, 2008 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 9, 2008 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 8

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 31, 2005

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 2

  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in a code compliant manner. defect noted: at time of inspection water damage evident to ceilings in apt #1. remedy:repair/replace.

    Sep 11, 2013 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c/o or bldg dept records. defect noted: at time of inspection apts #1 and 2 are occupied by a multi-service office contrary to c/o #49640 which states 2 apts to be at

    Sep 11, 2013 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jul 4, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jul 4, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 12, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 18, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 12, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 21, 2022 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 21, 2022 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 28, 2018 · Apt 8

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Nov 25, 2018 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Nov 25, 2018 · Apt 8

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 23, 2018 · Apt ENT

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 9, 2017 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 7, 2008 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jul 7, 2008 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Jul 7, 2008 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 7, 2008 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Jul 7, 2008 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Jul 7, 2008 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jul 7, 2008 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 10, 2008 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jun 10, 2008 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jun 10, 2008 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 10, 2008 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jun 10, 2008 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Jun 10, 2008 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 10, 2008 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Jun 10, 2008 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Jun 10, 2008 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Aug 14, 2007 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Aug 14, 2007 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Aug 14, 2007 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 14, 2007 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 14, 2007 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Aug 14, 2007 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 14, 2007 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 14, 2007 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 14, 2007 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 14, 2007 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Feb 9, 2007 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Mar 16, 2006 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Mar 16, 2006 · Apt 6

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Dec 28, 2005 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 28, 2005 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Nov 23, 2005 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 23, 2005 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 15, 2005 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Oct 15, 2005 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 15, 2005 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Oct 15, 2005 · Apt 6

    Close
  • General

    Ceramic-tile

    Oct 15, 2005 · Apt 6

    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 (C1)
Year built
1910
Floors
3
Residential units
7
Building area
4,448 ft²
Lot area
1,875 ft²
Zoning
R7-2
Community board
112
Council district
10
Block / lot
2162 / 46
Assessed value
$257,400
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #137759, last renewed Oct 3, 2025.

Questions about 605 West 179 Street

Who owns 605 West 179 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Malek Investors, LLC.

Does 605 West 179 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 76 housing violations at this property.

Is 605 West 179 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 5 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 71% of its 7 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 605 West 179 Street built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 605 West 179 Street?

It has 7 residential units.

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