85 Vermilyea Avenue
Manhattan, NY 10034BBL 1-02225-0016Map
Owner of record: Emerald 85-87 Vermilyea LLC
85 Vermilyea Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1924 in Manhattan, 10034. It has 58 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Emerald 85-87 Vermilyea LLC. HPD has recorded 272 housing violations here, most recently on September 11, 2026. 38 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 56 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 272
- DOB violations
- 6
- ECB violations
- 1
- HPD complaints
- 364
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 · 272
- CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - 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) baseboard at west wall, west wall, 1st window frame from west at north wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Certification postponment granted - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... more than 1o square feet at the west wall and the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - 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 east at south wall, east wall in the bathroom located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Certification postponment granted - 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 closet from south at west wall door, 1st closet from south at west wall door frame, 1st door frame from north at east wall in the foyer located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Certification postponment granted - 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 south at west wall in the private hallway located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Certification postponment granted - 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 south at west wall, 1st window frame from west at north wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Certification postponment granted - CImmediately hazardous
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). east wall, 1st window frame from west at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Certification postponment granted - 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 east at south wall, north wall in the kitchen located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Certification postponment granted - ANon-hazardous
§ 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 dwarf partition wall erected subdividing the room and reducing natural light and ventilation in the 3rd room from east located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out
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- CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the 1st room from east located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 1st radiator from north at east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the east wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the baseboard at north wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 1st radiator from west at north wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 3rd room from east located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... more than 1o square feet at the east wall and the ceiling in the 3rd room from east located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the east wall and the ceiling in the 3rd room from east located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 1st riser from north at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the west wall, ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the west wall and the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door in the entrance located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the north wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
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 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at building vestibule , 1st story
Aug 17, 2026
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by submitting required supporting documentation and affidavits for apartment located at bsmt-apt b2, 1st bsmt-apt from west at north
Jul 22, 2026 · Apt B2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by submitting required supporting documentation and affidavits for apartment located at apt 14, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jul 22, 2026 · Apt 14
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by submitting required supporting documentation and affidavits for apartment located at apt 45, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Jul 22, 2026 · Apt 45
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by submitting required supporting documentation and affidavits for apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 22, 2026 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by submitting required supporting documentation and affidavits for apartment located at bsmt-apt b1, 1st bsmt-apt from north at east
Jul 22, 2026 · Apt B1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective radiator uncapped steam pipe at vestibule , 1st story
Jul 15, 2026
Open — Nov certified on time - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10sqft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 3rd apartment from west at north
Jul 9, 2026 · Apt 1
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - ANon-hazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint all balconies and treads at all stories at building front at fire escape
Jul 9, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 31, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''87''
Jul 3, 2026 · Apt 31
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 3rd room from north located at apt 1, 1st story, 3rd apartment from west at north
Jul 2, 2026 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 square feet at closet door at east in the foyer located at apt 31, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 23, 2026 · Apt 31
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at closet door at east in the foyer located at apt 31, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 23, 2026 · Apt 31
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in the waste line at sink in the kitchen located at apt 33, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Jun 23, 2026 · Apt 33
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 33, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Jun 23, 2026 · Apt 33
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct failure to provide to the department within 45 days of demand all records required to be maintained by owner pursuant to local law 1 of 2004 related to lead-based paint notices, inspections and remediation/abatement activities.
May 20, 2026 · Apt 33
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Correct failure to notify occupants and/or to investigate lead-based paint hazards.
May 20, 2026 · Apt 33
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the private hallway located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''87''
Apr 13, 2026 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor at north in the 3rd room from north located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''87''
Apr 13, 2026 · Apt 1
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north and west walls in the 3rd room from north located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''87''
Apr 13, 2026 · Apt 1
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 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''87''
Apr 13, 2026 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - 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 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''87''
Apr 13, 2026 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice regarding rent stabilization law, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a conspicuous location within the common area at the buildings entrance. for more information about signage requirements, please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/required-signage.page
Apr 13, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding 130 degrees at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 35, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 29, 2026 · Apt 35
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 6
- 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
Mar 16, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 10, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 1
- Non-hazardous
Illegal use in a residential district. noted: basement at north east side of bldg now being used as beauty salon dba "norma salon" in a r7-2 distict when such is not permitted. remedy: discontinue illegal use!
May 2, 1997 · Penalty $500
Resolve
Complaints
- Water leak
Heavy flow
Sep 4, 2026 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Sep 4, 2026 · Apt 3
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 15, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 4, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 30, 2026 · Apt 31
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Jun 30, 2026 · Apt 31
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Jun 30, 2026 · Apt 31
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jun 30, 2026 · Apt 31
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jun 22, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jun 22, 2026 · Apt 1
Close
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- Safety
Window guard broken/missing
May 7, 2026 · Apt 33
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 12, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 12, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 12, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 4, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 4, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 3, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 3, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 3, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 25, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 25, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 25, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 18, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 18, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 18, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 12, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 12, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Feb 28, 2026 · Apt 1ITS87
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Feb 28, 2026 · Apt 1ITS87
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 23, 2026 · Apt 25
Close - Safety
Window guard broken/missing
Feb 19, 2026 · Apt B1
Close - General
Cabinet
Feb 19, 2026 · Apt B1
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Feb 19, 2026 · Apt B1
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Feb 19, 2026 · Apt B1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Feb 19, 2026 · Apt B1
Close - Paint/plaster
Cabinet
Feb 19, 2026 · Apt B1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Feb 19, 2026 · Apt 1IM87V
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Feb 18, 2026 · Apt 1IMUNI
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Feb 15, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Feb 15, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Feb 15, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 25
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 25
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 7, 2026 · Apt 25
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 24, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 20, 2026 · Apt 25
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 20, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Jan 7, 2026 · Apt 33
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jan 7, 2026 · Apt 33
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jan 7, 2026 · Apt 33
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C1)
- Year built
- 1924
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 58
- Building area
- 36,440 ft²
- Lot area
- 10,000 ft²
- Zoning
- R7A
- Community board
- 112
- Council district
- 10
- Block / lot
- 2225 / 16
- Assessed value
- $1,562,400
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #119111, last renewed Jul 7, 2025.
Questions about 85 Vermilyea Avenue
Who owns 85 Vermilyea Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Emerald 85-87 Vermilyea LLC.
Does 85 Vermilyea Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 272 housing violations at this property.
Is 85 Vermilyea Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 56 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 97% of its 58 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 85 Vermilyea Avenue built?
City records list 1924 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 85 Vermilyea Avenue?
It has 58 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.