281 Wadsworth Avenue
Manhattan, NY 10040BBL 1-02168-0001Map
Owner of record: Flgsp 281/295 Wadsworth Ave LLC
281 Wadsworth Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1924 in Manhattan, 10040. It has 84 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Flgsp 281/295 Wadsworth Ave LLC. HPD has recorded 1,186 housing violations here, most recently on September 11, 2026. 31 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 85 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 1,186
- DOB violations
- 10
- ECB violations
- 4
- HPD complaints
- 5,482
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
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 1,186
- CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 1A
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 1B
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls in the foyer located at apt 3d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the foyer located at apt 3d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls in the 5th room from north located at apt 3d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3D
Open — Civ14 mailed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3D
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3D
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 1B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... greater than ten square feet at south and east walls in the bathroom located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 1B
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
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- CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 1A
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
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 ac, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 8, 2026 · Apt AC
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
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 ac, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 8, 2026 · Apt AC
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelain enamel by method of reglazing at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt ac, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 8, 2026 · Apt AC
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt ac, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 8, 2026 · Apt AC
Open — Civ14 mailed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1b, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Aug 29, 2026 · Apt 1B
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section ''295''
Aug 18, 2026 · Apt 1A
Open — Violation will be reinspected - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section ''295''
Aug 18, 2026 · Apt 1A
Open — Civ14 mailed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic wall tiles at south and east walls in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section ''295''
Aug 18, 2026 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section ''295''
Aug 18, 2026 · Apt 1A
Open — Violation will be reinspected - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 1a, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section ''295''
Jul 8, 2026 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section ''295''
Jul 8, 2026 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 5e, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''295'', at north
Jul 8, 2026 · Apt 5E
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls in the kitchen located at apt 5e, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''295'', at north
Jul 8, 2026 · Apt 5E
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... greater than 10 sq. ft. less than 30 sq. ft. at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5e, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''295'', at north
Jul 8, 2026 · Apt 5E
Open — Defect letter issued - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at all walls and ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1a, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section ''295''
Jul 8, 2026 · Apt 1A
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story
Jun 8, 2026 · Apt 1A
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and all walls in the kitchenette located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 8, 2026 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 8, 2026 · Apt 1A
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 8, 2026 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic wall tiles at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 8, 2026 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''295''
May 26, 2026 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''295''
May 26, 2026 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''295''
May 26, 2026 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''295''
May 26, 2026 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''295''
May 26, 2026 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''295''
May 26, 2026 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the kitchen , the bathroom located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''295''
May 26, 2026 · Apt 3B
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
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 = 1, wg to replace = 0, wg to repair = 0 in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''295''
May 26, 2026 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''281''
Mar 29, 2026 · Apt 3D
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective rotted wood bottom shelf at sink base cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 3d, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''281''
Mar 29, 2026 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''281''
Mar 29, 2026 · Apt 3D
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''281''
Mar 29, 2026 · Apt 3D
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective 2nd marble riser from bottom up at vestiblue at public hall, 1st story
Mar 17, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Mar 17, 2026 · Apt 1A
Open — Nov certified late - CImmediately hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... greater than 10 sq.ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5e, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south original violation 18661957 issued 22-feb-26 has been upgraded to class c per administrative code 27-2017.3a(5)(a) or (b).
Feb 22, 2026 · Apt 5E
Open — Defect letter issued - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... greater than 10 sq.ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5e, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Feb 22, 2026 · Apt 5E
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of slide bolt with eye capable of being padlock at door in the entrance located at apt 1a, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section ''295''
Jan 27, 2026 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section ''295''
Jan 27, 2026 · Apt 1A
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section ''295''
Jan 27, 2026 · Apt 1A
Open — Not complied with
DOB building violations · 10
- Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2022)
Apr 22, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2021)
Aug 21, 2022
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2020)
Aug 20, 2022
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 in 2019
Aug 19, 2022
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to post energy grade/score none
Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3
Apr 29, 2021
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Aug 13, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 14, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
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 · 4
- Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. noted: at north west stairs,left side of bldg,main stairs & 2nd means of egress for c line apts are obstructed w/a block tv set left on the intermediate landing
Dec 28, 2015 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit.noted:@ north east corner of premises the 2 windows w/ (huaged)gates & blocked by the sidewalk shed @ time of insp.rem:remove obsteuction asap.
May 16, 2014 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain exterior bldg walls.defect is:large cracks,bulging bricks eroded mortar joints & leaning parapet @ various locations especially above top flr windows & parapet also water leaks @ various loc
Sep 22, 2011 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the cofo. at cellar level 2 class b apartments have been created with sleeping & toilet.remedy:discontinue illegal use.
Oct 12, 2006 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Complaints
- Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Sep 1, 2026 · Apt AC
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 1, 2026 · Apt AC
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 20, 2026 · Apt 1B
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jul 21, 2026 · Apt AC
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jul 21, 2026 · Apt AC
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jul 21, 2026 · Apt AC
Close - General
Cabinet
Jul 21, 2026 · Apt AC
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 21, 2026 · Apt AC
Close - Door/window
Door
Jul 20, 2026 · Apt 1A
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jul 20, 2026 · Apt 1A
Close
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- Door/window
Door
Jul 20, 2026 · Apt 1A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 20, 2026 · Apt 1A
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jul 20, 2026 · Apt 1A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 20, 2026 · Apt 1A
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jul 20, 2026 · Apt 1A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 20, 2026 · Apt 1A
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 4, 2026 · Apt 1A
Close - General
Cabinet
Jun 4, 2026 · Apt 1A
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jun 4, 2026 · Apt 1A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 4, 2026 · Apt 1A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 4, 2026 · Apt 1A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 4, 2026 · Apt 1A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 22, 2026 · Apt 4B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
May 22, 2026 · Apt 4B
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
May 22, 2026 · Apt 4B
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 19, 2026 · Apt 3B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 7, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Mar 27, 2026 · Apt 1A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 27, 2026 · Apt 1A
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Mar 19, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - General
Cabinet
Mar 19, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Mar 19, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 19, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Mar 16, 2026 · Apt 3C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 13, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Cabinet
Mar 1, 2026 · Apt 5A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 1, 2026 · Apt 5A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 1, 2026 · Apt 5A
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 1, 2026 · Apt 5A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Mar 1, 2026 · Apt 5A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 1, 2026 · Apt 5A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 1, 2026 · Apt 5A
Close - Paint/plaster
Window/frame
Mar 1, 2026 · Apt 5A
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 1, 2026 · Apt 5A
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Mar 1, 2026 · Apt 5A
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 2026 | $5,748,962 | Rentals - walkup apartments | 84 |
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C1)
- Year built
- 1924
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 84
- Building area
- 70,310 ft²
- Lot area
- 18,975 ft²
- Zoning
- R7-2
- Community board
- 112
- Council district
- 10
- Block / lot
- 2168 / 1
- Assessed value
- $1,737,000
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #111943, last renewed Apr 21, 2026.
Questions about 281 Wadsworth Avenue
Who owns 281 Wadsworth Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Flgsp 281/295 Wadsworth Ave LLC.
Does 281 Wadsworth Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 1,186 housing violations at this property.
Is 281 Wadsworth Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 85 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 84 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 281 Wadsworth Avenue built?
City records list 1924 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 281 Wadsworth Avenue?
It has 84 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.