55 Central Park West
This building has a severe track record, and our model predicts major ongoing maintenance failures.
This building has 5 recorded HPD violations, at or below the Upper West Side average of 14.1.
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How 55 Central Park West's risk score is calculated
We trained a model on 7 years of city inspection data — HPD violation filings, tenant complaints, and owner track records across their entire portfolio. It estimates the probability that HPD inspectors will find serious or dangerous violations at this address in the next 12 months. Lower % = safer.
What the score means for you
Out of 3016 buildings in this neighborhood, 1598 have a higher predicted risk.
violations
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(10+)
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What's in the 55 Central Park West report
| Total units | 111 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 19 |
| Year built | 1930 |
| Gross area | 228,733 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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55 Central Park West event timeline
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What this is
Housing code violations issued by HPD against property conditions. Non-compliance with NYC's Housing Maintenance Code can result in violations and fines.
| Inspection Date | Class | Category | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/06/2023 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Hmc: Properly Repair Or Replace The Broken Or Defective Glass Lite (1) At Northwest Casement Window In The 3Rd Room From East Located At Apt 2C2Flr, 2Nd Story, 2Nd Apartment From West At North , Section ''North'' | Nov Sent Out |
| 07/06/2023 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Repair The Broken Or Defective Plastered Surfaces And Paint In A Uniform Color The Ceiling And East Wall In The 1St Room From East Located At Apt 2C2Flr, 2Nd Story, 2Nd Apartment From West At North , Section ''North'' | Nov Sent Out |
| 07/06/2023 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Hmc: Properly Repair Or Replace The Broken Or Defective Glass Lite (1) At Northwest Casement Window In The 1St Room From East Located At Apt 2C2Flr, 2Nd Story, 2Nd Apartment From West At North , Section ''North'' | Nov Sent Out |
| 07/06/2023 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Hmc: Properly Repair Or Replace The Broken Or Defective Glass Lite (1) At Northwest Stationary Window In The 3Rd Room From East Located At Apt 2C2Flr, 2Nd Story, 2Nd Apartment From West At North , Section ''North'' | Nov Sent Out |
| 07/06/2023 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Hmc: Properly Repair Or Replace The Broken Or Defective Glass Lite (1) At Casement Window In The 2Nd Bathroom From East Located At Apt 2C2Flr, 2Nd Story, 2Nd Apartment From West At North , Section ''North'' | Nov Sent Out |
What this is
Complaints filed with HPD about conditions violating the NYC Housing Maintenance Code or NY State Multiple Dwelling Law.
| Received | Category | Type | Status | Apartment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/08/2024 | Door/Window – Window Frame | Emergency | Close | 2C |
| 09/09/2022 | Door/Window – Window Frame | Non Emergency | Close | 2C2FLR |
What this is
Service requests logged daily with the city through 311 and tracked to resolution. These are complaints that can be directed to specific city agencies.
| Created Date | Problem | Problem Detail | Agency Name | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/30/2025 | Unleashed Dog | Unleashed Dog In Public | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
| 01/08/2024 | Door/Window | Window Frame | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 11/06/2023 | Mobile Food Vendor | Food Worker Activity | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
| 11/14/2022 | Indoor Air Quality | Chemical Vapors/Gases/Odors | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
| 09/09/2022 | Door/Window | Window Frame | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
What this is
All complaints received by the Department of Buildings, including those from 311 and complaints entered directly by DOB staff.
| Filed | Number | Status | Category | Disposition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/01/2023 | 1647152 | Closed | 83 | 09/06/2023 |
| 08/30/2023 | 1646980 | Closed | 21 | 08/31/2023 |
| 01/23/2023 | 1627215 | Closed | 7F | 01/24/2023 |
| 12/17/2022 | 1624694 | Closed | 23 | 12/17/2022 |
| 12/14/2022 | 1624499 | Closed | 7K | 12/15/2022 |
What this is
Civil penalties and violation notices issued by the Department of Buildings for construction and building code violations.
| Issue Date | Category | Type | Description | Disposition |
|---|
What this is
Summonses and penalties adjudicated by OATH (Office of Administrative Trials & Hearings) and the Environmental Control Board. DOB enforcement cases that have been heard and decided.
| Issue Date | Violation # | Status | Description | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/16/2022 | 39509194M | Resolve | At Time Of Inspection, Observed At Exp. 3 A Supported Scaffold Approx. 12 Feet High Use As A Access Platform To Suspended Scaffolds. Supported Scaffold Was Not Installed According To Building Code Missing Plank | $0 |
| 11/16/2022 | 39509189H | Resolve | At Time Of Inspection, Observed 2 Suspended Scaffolds At Exp. 3 Actively In Use. Upon Request Of Pre-Shift Inspection Last Entry Date Was 11-11-22. At Exp. 4 Observed An Outrigger Suspended Scaffold Set Up. No | $2,500 |
| 11/16/2022 | 39509193K | Resolve | At Time Of Inspection, Observed Active Jobsite Two Suspended Scaffold In Use. Upon Request Of Documents No Pre-Shift Inspection Provided, No Rigging Foreman License Provided, 6 Months Inspection Letter For Side | $625 |
| 11/16/2022 | 39509196X | Resolve | At Time Of Inspection, Observed At Working Area Two Fire Extinguishers With Expired Inspection Tags. Last Time Inspected September 2019. As Per Fire Code They Need To Be Inspected Yearly. Provide Proper Inspect | $0 |
| 05/21/2021 | 35556563P | Resolve | Work Does Not Conform To Approved Construction Documents And Or Approved Amendments-Cd5. Noted:At The Time Of An Inspection Of An Active Permit Site,Upon Reviewing Cd-5 Observed Following Objections:(1)No Scaff | $625 |
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Executed eviction warrants in NYC from 2017-present. Records of completed residential and commercial evictions processed through housing court.
| Executed Date | Docket # | Apartment | Type | Marshal |
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Recorded real estate transactions and property sales. Public records of building transfers and changes in ownership.
| Sale Date | Price | Building Class | Neighborhood | Apartment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/04/2025 | $3,700,000 | D4 | Upper West Side (59-79) | |
| 08/13/2024 | $85,000 | D4 | Upper West Side (59-79) | |
| 08/13/2024 | $85,000 | D4 | Upper West Side (59-79) | |
| 05/15/2024 | $3,870,300 | D4 | Upper West Side (59-79) | |
| 03/19/2024 | $10 | D4 | Upper West Side (59-79) |
What this is
Property owner reports of bedbug infestation status required by NYC law. Building owners must file annual reports on bedbug treatment and infestation history.
| Filing Date | Infested Units | Eradicated | Re-infested | Period End |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/31/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 12/13/2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 12/21/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 03/21/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 02/17/2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2021 |
What this is
NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene rodent inspection results. Records of inspections for rat and rodent infestation signs.
| Inspection Date | Type | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 06/16/2025 | Initial | Passed |
| 02/29/2024 | Initial | Passed |
| 07/18/2023 | Initial | Passed |
| 06/30/2022 | Compliance | Passed |
| 04/21/2022 | Initial | Failed For Other Reason |
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Construction and demolition permits issued by the Department of Buildings. Required for legal building, construction, and demolition activities in NYC.
| Filing Date | Type | Work | Floor | Description | Status | Issued |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/10/2026 | Initial Permit | Structural | Floor Number(s) 009 through 009 | Structural Work Associated With Enlarged Masonry Opening At The 9Th Floor | Signed-Off | 02/10/2026 |
| 11/26/2025 | Initial Permit | Mechanical Systems | Floor Number(s) 009 through 009 | Installation Of Hvac System As Per Plans Submitted Herewith | Signed-Off | 11/26/2025 |
| 10/28/2025 | Initial Permit | General Construction | Floor Number(s) 009 through 009 | Work To Apt 9Cd On The 9Th Floor Of An Existing 17 Story Multiple Dwelling Building. Alterations To Consist Of Interior Partition Work. No Change To Zoning, Use, Egress Or Occupancy Under This Application. | Signed-Off | 10/28/2025 |
| 10/27/2025 | Initial Permit | Plumbing | Floor Number(s) 009 through 009 | Work To Apt 9Cd On The 9Th Floor Of An Existing 17 Story Multiple Dwelling Building. Alterations To Consist Of Relocated, Replaced, And New Plumbing Fixtures. No Change To Zoning, Use, Egress, Or Occupancy Under This Application. | Signed-Off | 10/27/2025 |
| 09/26/2025 | Initial Permit | Structural | Cellar | Cellar Repairs As Per Plans Filed Herewith. No Change To Use, Egress Or Occupancy. | Permit Issued | 09/26/2025 |
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