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188 3rd Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10003

1
DOB Complaints
21
311 Housing Calls
28
Housing Violations
4
Permits

Risk Assessment

92
Low Risk

This building shows minimal signs of maintenance issues based on our analysis.

Our AI predicts there is a 92% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 188 3rd Avenue

188 3rd Avenue is a 15-unit, 4-story Old Law Tenement building located in Gramercy, built in 1890 and currently owned by Mark Scharfman. The building has experienced recurring heating issues, with three emergency heat/hot water complaints reported in December 2024 alone, though these were subsequently closed after HPD verification of corrections. Throughout 2023, the property faced multiple water-related problems, including heavy flow leaks in October and a significant water leak on October 16 that resulted in violations, along with unsanitary mold conditions and ceiling plaster issues. The building's maintenance history reveals a pattern of plumbing and heating challenges, with radiator complaints in October 2023 and a general cooking gas emergency in July 2022.

Recent inspections and violations indicate several ongoing concerns, particularly in Apartment A4, which has open violations as of March 2024 for pests (both roaches and mice), door self-closing mechanisms, and a defective smoke detector. The building has required attention to fire escape maintenance, with violations issued in July 2024 regarding obstructions from flower pots and an air conditioner. While the building has maintained compliance with rodent inspections in 2025, previous reports showed rat activity in May 2025. Between 2019 and 2024, the building has undergone various essential permit work, including exterior and plumbing-related maintenance.

The building's bedbug reporting history shows sporadic infestations, with the most recent one reported in December 2024 affecting one unit, though no re-infestation was noted. The property has experienced several water-related issues over the past few years, with multiple water leak and heavy flow complaints between 2019 and 2024. It also has a pattern of heating system problems, particularly noticeable in winter months. While some violations have been promptly addressed and closed, including several from March 2024 related to door and window conditions, there remain active violations as of 2024 requiring attention. The building's age and history suggest ongoing maintenance challenges typical of older NYC tenements, with particular attention needed to heating systems, plumbing infrastructure, and pest control efforts.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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188 3rd Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Gramercy.

Building Characteristics

Total units 15
Year built 1890
Total area 9200 sq ft
Floors 4
Tax Abatements None
Building Class OLD LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

1
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
28
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
21
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
1
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
3
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
4
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 188 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10003
  • 145 East 17th St, New York, NY 10003

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188 3rd Avenue Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

Other NYC buildings registered to this landlord.

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Landlord Court Records

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188 3rd Avenue Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Registered
Tax Abatement
Tax abatement found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 >6 units Registered Found

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Housing Maintenance Code Complaints

This table shows complaints to 311 related to potential NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) for 188 3rd Avenue. These complaints are related to conditions such as lack of heat, hot water, mold, pests, and other habitability issues. Class B and C violations are the most serious and may indicate significant problems with building maintenance or safety.

Date ReceivedSttatus DateCategoryTypeStatus
2024-12-222024-12-27Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2024-12-242024-12-27Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2024-12-222024-12-26Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2023-10-162023-10-30Water Leak-Heavy FlowEmergencyCLOSE
2023-10-162023-10-30Paint/plaster-CeilingNon EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 188 3rd Avenue. These violations are related to conditions such as lack of heat, hot water, mold, pests, and other habitability issues. Class B and C violations are the most serious and may indicate significant problems with building maintenance or safety.

Inspection DateClassStatusStatus DateApartmentNOV DescriptionCertified Date
2024-07-21BOpenNoneNone§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. REMOVE THE ENCUMBRANCE OBSTRUCTING EGRESS FROM FIRE ESCAPES AIR CONDITIONER PERTRUDING MORE THEN 4IN FROM WINDOW SILL AT 2ND STORY BALCONY AT FIRE ESCAPE ON SOUTH EXTERIOR WALLNone
2024-07-21BCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. REMOVE THE ENCUMBRANCE OBSTRUCTING EGRESS FROM FIRE ESCAPES FLOWER POTS AT 3RD STORY BALCONY AT FIRE ESCAPE ON SOUTH EXTERIOR WALL2024-08-12T00:00:00.000Z
2024-03-20BCloseNoneA4§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LOCK ASSEMBLY AT DOOR IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT A4, 1st STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH2024-05-15T00:00:00.000Z
2024-03-20COpenNoneA4§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGES IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT A4, 1st STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTHNone
2024-03-20BCloseNoneA4§ 27-2045 ADM CODE REPAIR OR REPLACE THE SMOKE DETECTOR DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT A4, 1st STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH2024-05-15T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 188 3rd Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2024-12-24 07:07HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2024-12-22 07:25HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2024-12-22 07:13HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2023-10-24 01:00PLUMBINGRADIATORClosedHPD
2023-10-16 13:32WATER LEAKHEAVY FLOWClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 188 3rd Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
15876802021-11-24CLOSEDFailure to Maintain2021-12-22No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2021-12-22)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 188 3rd Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2023-06-20V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2019 EXTERNAL HGH PRESSURE INSPECTIONCIANOW CRM Violation Dismissed2023-07-13
2023-06-20V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2019 INTERNAL HGH PRESSURE INSPECTIONCIANOW CRM Violation Dismissed2023-07-13
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 188 3rd Avenue. The information includes the date, type, description, and status of each complaint. The data is sourced from DOHMH/311.

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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 188 3rd Avenue. The information includes the file date, infested units, eradicated units, re-infested units, filing start date, and filing end date. The data is sourced from DOHMH. Landlords are required to file these reports; missing data may indicate non-compliance.

File DateInfested UnitsEradicated UnitsRe-infested UnitsFiling Start DateFiling End Date
2024-12-121102023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-050002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-121102021-11-012022-10-31
2021-12-080002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-04-050002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 188 3rd Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-06-04CompliancePassed
2025-05-12InitialRat Activity
2024-11-15CompliancePassed
2022-09-08InitialPassed
2018-10-25InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 188 3rd Avenue. The information includes the open date, case type, status, judgement, penalty and whether harassment was found. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: HPD
Open DateCase TypeStatusJudgementPenaltyHarassment found
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OATH Cases Explanation

The table below shows the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings cases for 188 3rd Avenue. The information includes the date, agency, respondent, charge, result, penalty, and status. The data is sourced from OATH.

Source: Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH)
DateAgencyRespondentChargeResultPenaltyStatus
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ECB Violations

Environmental Control Board violations for 188 3rd Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 188 3rd Avenue. The information includes the start date, start violations, discharge date, and status. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
Start DateStart ViolationsDischarge DateStatus
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Vacate Orders Explanation

The table below shows the vacate orders for 188 3rd Avenue. The information includes the effective date, rescinded date, reason, type, and units. The data is sourced from DOB.

Source: Department of Buildings (DOB)
Effective DateRescinded DateReasonTypeUnits
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Work Orders Explanation

The table below shows the work orders for 188 3rd Avenue. The information includes the date created, type, description, and charge. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
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Liens Explanation

The table below shows tax and water liens for 188 3rd Avenue. Information includes tax class, month, water only flag, amount, and cycle. Data is sourced from NYC Department of Finance.

Source: NYC Department of Finance
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Sales Records

Sales transactions for 188 3rd Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 188 3rd Avenue. Data includes filing date, type, and status.

Start DateEnd DateStatusProcedureFloor

Fire Violations

Violations issued by the Fire Department for this property.

Violation NumberDateDescriptionStatus
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Fire Inspections

Fire Department inspection records for this property.

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Fire Certificates

Fire safety certificates for this property.

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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 188 3rd Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 188 3rd Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 188 3rd Avenue. Data includes violation date, type, and status.

DateTypeStatus

Planning Projects

City Planning (ZAP) project applications for this building. Data includes project ID, status, borough, and lot/block information.

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Building Permits

Department of Buildings issued building permits for this property. This includes permits for construction, alteration, and demolition work. Data includes permit type, job number, status, and issue date.

Permit TypeJob NumberStatusIssue Date

Electrical Permits

Department of Buildings issued electrical permits for this property. This includes permits for electrical work, installations, and modifications. Data includes permit type, job number, status, and issue date.

Permit TypeJob NumberStatusIssue Date

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