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53 West 72nd Street, Manhattan, NY 10023

4
DOB Complaints
29
311 Housing Calls
3
Housing Violations
15
Permits

Risk Assessment

96
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 96% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 53 West 72nd Street

Located at 53 West 72nd Street, this 7-story, 57-unit OLD LAW TENEMENT building was constructed in 1889 and is currently owned by Christopher Orpheus. The property has experienced recurring heating system issues, with multiple heat/hot water complaints filed between 2024-2025 affecting both individual apartments and the entire building. There have also been significant concerns regarding cooking gas supply, particularly in August 2024 when violations were documented in both apartments 5H and 7J.

The building has undergone several permit-related modifications, including unauthorized alterations to kitchen appliances in apartments 5H and 7J, which were documented as violations in 2024. Recent inspections have revealed various maintenance challenges, including multiple food establishment complaints and periodic rodent activity, though the most recent rodent inspections in 2024 showed passing results. The building's history shows a pattern of appliance-related issues, particularly during 2024, with several complaints regarding electric/gas range problems.

While there have been some bedbug incidences reported between 2019-2022, recent filings show zero infestations for the past three reporting periods. The property has also received health department attention for various food establishment issues, including a food poisoning complaint and multiple inspections. A notable environmental control board violation was issued in 2023 regarding unpermitted signage in front of the building, though this is currently marked as active.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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53 West 72nd Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Upper West Side.

Building Characteristics

Total units 57
Year built 1889
Total area 30269 sq ft
Floors 7
Tax Abatements None
Building Class OLD LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

4
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
3
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
29
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
0
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
1
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
4
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
2
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
15
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 261 Columbus Ave, New York, NY 10023
  • 263 Columbus Ave, New York, NY 10023
  • 265 Columbus Ave, New York, NY 10023
  • 53 West 72nd St, New York, NY 10023

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53 West 72nd Street Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

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AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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53 West 72nd Street Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Registered
Tax Abatement
None found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 >6 units Registered None

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Housing Maintenance Code Complaints

This table shows complaints to 311 related to potential NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) for 53 West 72nd Street. 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
2025-01-232025-01-28Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2024-12-142024-12-16Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2024-11-132024-11-14Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2024-04-232024-06-04Appliance-Electric/gas RangeNon EmergencyCLOSE
2024-04-222024-06-04Appliance-Electric/gas RangeNon EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 53 West 72nd Street. 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
2024-08-08ACloseNone7J§ 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 CONSISTING OF CONVERSION FROM GAS TO ELECTRIC RANGE, IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 7J, 7th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WESTNone
2024-08-08ACloseNone5H§ 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 CONSISTING CONVERSION FROM GAS TO ELECTRIC RANGE, IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 5H, 5th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTHNone
2024-05-23BCloseNoneNone§ 27-2010, 2011, 2012 ADM CODE REMOVE THE ACCUMULATION OF REFUSE AND/OR RUBBISH AND MAINTAIN IN A CLEAN CONDITION THE COMPACTOR CLOSET AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY2024-07-01T00:00:00.000Z
2024-05-23CCloseNone7J§ 27-2070 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF GAS TO THE FIXTURES AT STOVE IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 7J, 7th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WESTNone
2024-04-26CCloseNone5H§ 27-2070 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF GAS TO THE FIXTURES AT RANGE IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 5H, 5th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTHNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 53 West 72nd Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-04-30 09:09Food EstablishmentPet/AnimalClosedDOHMH
2025-04-16 12:41Mobile Food VendorFood Source/ProtectionClosedDOHMH
2025-01-23 09:26HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2024-12-14 13:18HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2024-11-13 18:33HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 53 West 72nd Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
16873682025-01-28CLOSEDBoiler: Defective/Inoperative/No Permit2025-02-25Please See Complaint Number (2025-02-25)
16847822024-12-23CLOSEDBoiler: Defective/Inoperative/No Permit2024-12-30No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2024-12-30)
16484002023-09-17CLOSEDAdvertising Sign/Billboard/Posters/Flexible Fabric – ILLEGAL2023-09-22Oath Violation Served (2023-09-22)
16322532023-03-24CLOSEDCSE: Sweep2023-03-24No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2023-03-24)
14970122018-12-12CLOSEDElevator: Single Device on Property/No Alternate Service2019-02-06No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2019-02-06)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 53 West 72nd Street.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2019-05-02V*-DOB VIOLATION - ResolvedPPN203 AOC SUB ON 1/10/2020 BY:ALLIANCE PETER PEPAJ, CERT#4700372020-01-16
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 53 West 72nd Street. The information includes the date, type, description, and status of each complaint. The data is sourced from DOHMH/311.

DateTypeDescriptionStatus
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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 53 West 72nd Street. 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
2024-12-130002023-11-012024-10-31
2024-01-100002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-071102021-11-012022-10-31
2021-12-031102020-11-012021-10-31
2020-12-091012019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 53 West 72nd Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2024-10-04InitialPassed
2024-03-07InitialPassed
2023-08-23ComplianceFailed for Other R
2023-07-24InitialRat Activity
2022-10-18InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 53 West 72nd Street. The information includes the open date, case type, status, judgement, penalty and whether harassment was found. The data is sourced from HPD.

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Open DateCase TypeStatusJudgementPenaltyHarassment found
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OATH Cases Explanation

The table below shows the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings cases for 53 West 72nd Street. 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 53 West 72nd Street. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2023-09-2239095576KPARTNERSHIP 92 WEST L P PWORK WITHOUT PERMIT IN FRONT OF THE STORE ILLUMINATED ONE SIGN AND ONE WANING . SIGN IS 2FT H X12FT LONG MENTION ''72 NO EATERY'' & WANING IS 20 FT LONG X 3FT D X2FT H MENTION '' BREAKFAST-SOUP-SANDWICH-ORGANICACTIVE500.0500.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 53 West 72nd Street. 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 53 West 72nd Street. 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 53 West 72nd Street. 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 53 West 72nd Street. 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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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 53 West 72nd Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 53 West 72nd Street. 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.

TypeIssue DateExpiration
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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 53 West 72nd Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 53 West 72nd Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 53 West 72nd Street. 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.

Project IDStatusBoroughBlockLot
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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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