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500 Ft Washington Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10033BBL 1-02180-0013Map

Owner of record: Fort Bh Washington LLC

500 Ft Washington Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1925 in Manhattan, 10033. It has 56 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Fort Bh Washington LLC. HPD has recorded 224 housing violations here, most recently on August 17, 2026. 24 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 48 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
224
DOB violations
9
ECB violations
14
HPD complaints
1,107

What to know

Concern
6 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Aug 17, 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
48
About 86% of the building's 56 apartments

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 · 224

  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at building entrance door ( section b) , 1st story

    Aug 17, 2026

    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 29, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at building front entrance door , section ''a''

    Apr 11, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes household items at 4th story balcony, at north exterior wall, buildin front at fire escape

    Mar 22, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of stopper at building entrance at public hall, 1st story, section ''c''

    Mar 22, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq feet at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt a21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south original violation 18606021 issued 29-jan-26 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Jan 29, 2026 · Apt A21

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door in the entrance located at apt a21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 29, 2026 · Apt A21

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq feet at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt a21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 29, 2026 · Apt A21

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 17, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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.

    Jun 4, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • 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 1, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 15, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt d3, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 23, 2023 · Apt D3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the bathroom , the 1st room from north at east, the 1st room from north at west, the kitchen , the 3rd room from north at west located at bsmt-apt g, 1st bsmt-apt from north at east

    Aug 2, 2023 · Apt G

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt g, 1st bsmt-apt from north at east

    Aug 2, 2023 · Apt G

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt g, 1st bsmt-apt from north at east

    Aug 2, 2023 · Apt G

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt g, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 2, 2023 · Apt G

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx (5) sq ft at west wall in the bathroom located at apt g, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 2, 2023 · Apt G

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx (5) sq ft at south wall in the bathroom located at apt g, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 2, 2023 · Apt G

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx (5) sq ft at south wall in the bathroom located at apt g, 1st apartment from north at east original violation 16135232 issued 02-aug-23 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Aug 2, 2023 · Apt G

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx (5) sq ft at west wall in the bathroom located at apt g, 1st apartment from north at east original violation 16135233 issued 02-aug-23 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Aug 2, 2023 · Apt G

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective mortise lock at vestibule door , 1st story

    Jul 19, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at the building front entrance , section ''b''

    Jul 12, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective lock set at vestibule door to public hall , 1st story, section ''c''

    Jul 12, 2023

    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 north at west, the kitchen , the 1st room from north at east, the private hallway , the bathroom , the 1st room from north at west located at apt g, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 12, 2023 · Apt G

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

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt g, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 12, 2023 · Apt G

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

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt g, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 12, 2023 · Apt G

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

    Properly repair the broken or defective mortise lock at door in the entrance located at apt b41, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 4, 2023 · Apt B41

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt c22, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 7, 2023 · Apt C22

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the steam riser. in the kitchen located at apt c22, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 7, 2023 · Apt C22

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at north wall approx 15 sqft in the bathroom located at apt c22, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 7, 2023 · Apt C22

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

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelain enamel glaze of the bathtub in the bathroom located at apt c22, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 7, 2023 · Apt C22

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace the broken or defective water closet in the bathroom located at apt c22, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 7, 2023 · Apt C22

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt c22, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 7, 2023 · Apt C22

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace the broken or defective radiator shut off valve in the 1st room from north at west located at apt c22, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 7, 2023 · Apt C22

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt c22, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 7, 2023 · Apt C22

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the steam riser. in the bathroom located at apt c22, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 7, 2023 · Apt C22

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Replace with new the missing eschutchen plate heat riser at ceiling. in the bathroom located at apt c22, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 7, 2023 · Apt C22

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood window stool at north wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt c22, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 7, 2023 · Apt C22

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and all walls in the 1st room from north at west located at apt c22, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 7, 2023 · Apt C22

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at south wall in the kitchen located at apt c22, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 7, 2023 · Apt C22

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt g, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Feb 15, 2023 · Apt G

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

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

    Feb 15, 2023 · Apt G

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at south wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt gfirst, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 14, 2022 · Apt GFIRST

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

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 3rd room from north located at bsmt-apt gfirst, 1st bsmt-apt from north at east

    Dec 14, 2022 · Apt GFIRST

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

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 1st room from north at east, the foyer , the kitchen , the 3rd room from north located at apt gfirst, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 14, 2022 · Apt GFIRST

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

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

    Dec 14, 2022 · Apt GFIRST

    Open — Violation will be reinspected
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st closet from north at east wall ceiling in the foyer located at apt b41, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''b''

    Jul 27, 2022 · Apt B41

    Open — Violation will be reinspected
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) ceiling in the kitchen located at apt b41, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''b''

    Jul 27, 2022 · Apt B41

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st closet from north at east wall ceiling in the foyer located at apt b41, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''b''

    Jul 27, 2022 · Apt B41

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 9

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Oct 4, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • 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

    Dec 1, 2021

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Oct 19, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    May 25, 2005

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    May 25, 2005

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 1, 1994

    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 · 14

  • Class - 2

    I observed in the basement in studio in the heights space hot and cold water and drainage lines to a three pieces bathroom all work done 100 percent completed; no permits on file for work, obtain all permits

    Jan 13, 2023 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code-complaint manner: lack of a system of automatic sprinklers where require per bc 903.2.1.3 i observed in basement apartment studio in the heights small group fitness and no s

    Jan 13, 2023 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Work does not conform to approved construction documents &/or approvedamendments. time of insp 1:20pm above the date. @ time of insp i observed on apt# c53 installation @ illegal bypass for gas meter which exce

    Jul 8, 2016

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    50a,50b. 50a disconnect abandoned hot water flue pipe to chimney and seal opening. 50b install structural support on safety valve discharge pipe.

    Jul 21, 2009 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to provide a system of automatic sprinklers where required. inthe laundry room in basement level of the bldg four coin operated commercial gas dryers are installed, w/o any fire suppression system-hazar

    Feb 19, 2008 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work with a permit work noted curb cut approx 12' long including splays x 6' wide on west 183 out east corner of building remedy:obtain a permit if feasible/ or restore to prior legal condition

    Mar 10, 2005

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Exit passageway or corridor required width decreased by obstruction.noted:rear of bldg,ne corner,secondary egress for entire bldg blocked by 2 parked automobiles.exit to west 183 st.remedy:remove all obstructio

    Feb 25, 2004

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Illegal use in residential disrict.noted: 2 automobiles parked in rear secondary egress passageway to west 183 st sidewalk.late models:black volkswagen,2 door ny plate # cnp 9138 and orange convertible,2 door,v

    Feb 25, 2004

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit.work noted:curb cut approx 12 ft long including splays x 6 ft wide on west 183 st at northeast corner of bldg.remedy:obtain permit if feasible or restore to prior legal conditions

    Feb 25, 2004 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Exit passage way total obstruction north east rear of building dead storage of two motor vechicle and locked gate.remedy:immediately removeobstruction.

    Aug 6, 2003 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
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  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit illegal curb cut approx 10' wide on west 183st.at north east corner of building.remedy:obtain permit or restore to prior legal condition.

    Aug 6, 2003

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Violation of parking regulations in a residential district. noted: parked at rear of building a dark blue volkswagen beetle n.y. pl#blw5682remedy : conform to parking regulations

    Aug 23, 2002

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. work noted: constructed a concrete ramp approx. 10'wide 14' long in fire refuge area rear without first obtaining a work permit from bldg dept. remedy: obtain permit and approvals from bl

    Jun 21, 2002

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Required means of egress obstructed note the fire refuge egress to the street and from fire escape obstructed with two cars plate# bl5682, ny volks wagon, and plate# fe981h, ny tercel toyoya parked in illegal b

    Jun 21, 2002

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 27, 2026 · Apt C53

    Open
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Sep 27, 2026 · Apt C53

    Open
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jul 31, 2026 · Apt B33

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Jul 31, 2026 · Apt B33

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jul 31, 2026 · Apt B33

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jul 3, 2026 · Apt D3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    May 30, 2026 · Apt D51

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 9, 2026 · Apt A41

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 23, 2026 · Apt D51

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 20, 2026 · Apt D51

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 20, 2026 · Apt D51

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 19, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 18, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 2, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 2, 2026 · Apt A41

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 7, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 7, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 7, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt B52

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 28, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 25, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Jan 18, 2026 · Apt A41

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Dec 23, 2025 · Apt B33

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Dec 23, 2025 · Apt B33

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Dec 23, 2025 · Apt B33

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Dec 23, 2025 · Apt B33

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 23, 2025 · Apt B33

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Dec 23, 2025 · Apt B33

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Dec 23, 2025 · Apt B33

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Dec 23, 2025 · Apt B33

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 23, 2025 · Apt B33

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 15, 2025 · Apt C22

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jul 23, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 20, 2024 · Apt PE1C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 28, 2023 · Apt G

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jul 27, 2023 · Apt G

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 27, 2023 · Apt G

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 27, 2023 · Apt G

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 27, 2023 · Apt G

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jul 27, 2023 · Apt G

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jul 27, 2023 · Apt G

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door frame

    Jul 27, 2023 · Apt G

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 3, 2023 · Apt G

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 3, 2023 · Apt G

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jul 3, 2023 · Apt G

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 3, 2023 · Apt G

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Apr 28, 2023 · Apt D3

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Apr 28, 2023 · Apt D3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Feb 28, 2023 · Apt C22

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 28, 2023 · Apt C22

    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 (C7)
Year built
1925
Floors
5
Residential units
56
Building area
44,295 ft²
Lot area
14,150 ft²
Zoning
R7-2
Community board
112
Council district
10
Block / lot
2180 / 13
Assessed value
$1,678,500
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #107351, last renewed Jun 11, 2026.

Questions about 500 Ft Washington Avenue

Who owns 500 Ft Washington Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Fort Bh Washington LLC.

Does 500 Ft Washington Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 224 housing violations at this property.

Is 500 Ft Washington Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 48 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 86% of its 56 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 500 Ft Washington Avenue built?

City records list 1925 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 500 Ft Washington Avenue?

It has 56 residential units and 57 units in total.

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