169 West 161 Street
Bronx, NY 10452BBL 2-02524-0105Map
Owner of record: San Hain Chew
169 West 161 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 2003 in Bronx, 10452. It has 4 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is San Hain Chew. HPD has recorded 56 housing violations here, most recently on April 16, 2025. 21 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 4 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2019.
- HPD violations
- 56
- DOB violations
- 0
- ECB violations
- 0
- HPD complaints
- 106
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 · 56
- BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at tub in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 16, 2025 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinge in the entrance located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 16, 2025 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective bldg entrance door hinge , 1st story
Apr 16, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective roof bulkhead door hinge
Apr 16, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 22, 2025 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at boiler room
Jan 22, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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 .... at public hall, 1st story
Jan 22, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - 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 30, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective intercom system at east wall in the foyer located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 7, 2022 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation closed - IInformation / order
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 3, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- IInformation / order
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.
Mar 8, 2022
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 8, 2022
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.
Apr 19, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jul 20, 2019 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective lock and assebly at the building entrance door , 1st story
Apr 4, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of mattress at public hall, 4th story
Apr 4, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective .. in the entrance located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 4, 2019 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Feb 26, 2019 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Feb 26, 2019 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection at sink waste line in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Feb 26, 2019 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of slide bolt with eye arranged to be pad locked installed at door in the entrance located at apt 3fl, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 17, 2018 · Apt 3FL
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 11, 2017 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 25, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 14, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
§ 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame readily accessible for signature, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor at ... at public hall, 1st story
Apr 14, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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. at public hall, 1st story
Apr 14, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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.
Mar 3, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing wall outlet cover at north in the 1st room from north located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 18, 2013 · Apt 4
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 18, 2013 · Apt 4
Open — Invalid certification - ANon-hazardous
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, 2nd story
Nov 15, 2013
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Provide dwelling with a janitor or responsible person or janitorial service. at public hall, 2nd story
Nov 15, 2013
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at boiler room
Nov 15, 2013
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 15, 2013 · Apt 2
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 15, 2013 · Apt 2
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective lower window sash in the 1st room from north located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 15, 2013 · Apt 2
Open — Invalid certification - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 15, 2013 · Apt 2
Open — Invalid certification - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 15, 2013 · Apt 4
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 15, 2013 · Apt 4
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 15, 2013 · Apt 4
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective wall outlet at north wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 15, 2013 · Apt 4
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and north wall in the 4th room from north located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 15, 2013 · Apt 4
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 15, 2013 · Apt 4
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective ceiling light fixture in the private hallway located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 15, 2013 · Apt 4
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective lower window sash in the 4th room from north located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 15, 2013 · Apt 4
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective counter balances at lower window sash in the 4th room from east located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 24, 2013 · Apt 4
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective intercom in the foyer located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 24, 2013 · Apt 4
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective electrical outlet at east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 24, 2013 · Apt 4
Open — Invalid certification - ANon-hazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the kitchen located at apt 4, 4th story
Jan 24, 2013 · Apt 4
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Refit the sink cabinet door in the kitchen located at apt 4, 4th story
Jan 24, 2013 · Apt 4
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 4th room from north located at apt 4, 4th story
Dec 7, 2012 · Apt 4
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
DOB building violations · 0
No DOB violations on record
ECB violations · 0
No ECB violations on record
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 5, 2026 · Apt 3
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 10, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 16, 2025 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 19, 2025 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 20, 2023 · Apt 1
Close - Door/window
Door
May 19, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 27, 2021 · Apt 3
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 15, 2020 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 8, 2020 · Apt 3
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 24, 2019 · Apt 3
Close
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- Water leak
Slow leak
Feb 24, 2019 · Apt 3
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Feb 24, 2019 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Feb 24, 2019 · Apt 3
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Feb 13, 2019 · Apt 4
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Feb 13, 2019 · Apt 4
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Feb 13, 2019 · Apt 4
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Feb 13, 2019 · Apt 4
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 28, 2018 · Apt 3FL
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 28, 2018 · Apt 3FL
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 28, 2018 · Apt 3FL
Close - Safety
Sprinkler
Aug 28, 2018 · Apt 3FL
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 28, 2015 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 31, 2014 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 17, 2013 · Apt 4
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 14, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 12, 2013 · Apt 4
Close - General
Floor
Dec 12, 2013 · Apt 4
Close - General
Floor
Dec 12, 2013 · Apt 4
Close - General
Mold
Dec 12, 2013 · Apt 4
Close - Electric
Lighting
Dec 12, 2013 · Apt 4
Close - Electric
Wiring
Dec 12, 2013 · Apt 4
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Dec 12, 2013 · Apt 4
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 12, 2013 · Apt 4
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 12, 2013 · Apt 4
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 12, 2013 · Apt 4
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 12, 2013 · Apt 4
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 12, 2013 · Apt 4
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 12, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 12, 2013 · Apt NA
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 3, 2013 · Apt 4
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 24, 2013 · Apt 4
Close - Electric
Lighting
Nov 14, 2013 · Apt 4
Close - Electric
Wiring
Nov 14, 2013 · Apt 4
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Nov 14, 2013 · Apt 4
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Nov 14, 2013 · Apt 4
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Nov 14, 2013 · Apt 4
Close - General
Mold
Nov 14, 2013 · Apt 4
Close - Electric
Bell-buzzer/intercom
Nov 14, 2013 · Apt 4
Close - General
Windows
Nov 14, 2013 · Apt 4
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 13, 2013 · Apt NA
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C3)
- Year built
- 2003
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 4
- Building area
- 3,930 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,570 ft²
- Zoning
- R7-1
- Community board
- 204
- Council district
- 16
- Block / lot
- 2524 / 105
- Assessed value
- $357,750
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #223899, last renewed Aug 18, 2025.
Questions about 169 West 161 Street
Who owns 169 West 161 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is San Hain Chew.
Does 169 West 161 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 56 housing violations at this property.
Is 169 West 161 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 4 rent-stabilized units here in 2019 (about 100% of its 4 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 169 West 161 Street built?
City records list 2003 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 169 West 161 Street?
It has 4 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.