162 Lenox Avenue
This building has a severe track record, and our model predicts major ongoing maintenance failures.
This building has 119 recorded HPD violations, above the Harlem average of 48.5.
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How 162 Lenox Avenue'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 2807 buildings in this neighborhood, 196 have a higher predicted risk.
violations
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What's in the 162 Lenox Avenue report
| Total units | 27 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 6 |
| Year built | 1930 |
| Gross area | 26,109 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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162 Lenox Avenue 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/04/2026 | C | Original | Hmc Adm Code: § 27-2017.4 Abate The Infestation Consisting Of Mice In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 4F, 4Th Story, 1St Apartment From West At North | Notice Of Issuance Sent To Tenant |
| 06/04/2026 | B | Original | § 27-2026 Adm Code Repair The Broken Or Defective Connection Waste Line At Wash Basin In The Bathroom Located At Apt 4F, 4Th Story, 1St Apartment From West At North | Nov Sent Out |
| 06/04/2026 | C | Original | § 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 4F, 4Th Story, 1St Apartment From West At North | Nov Sent Out |
| 05/28/2026 | B | Original | § 27-2026 Adm Code Repair The Broken Or Defective Connection Hot Water Supply Valve At Washbasin In The Bathroom Located At Apt 4F, 4Th Story, 1St Apartment From West At North | Nov Sent Out |
| 05/28/2026 | C | Original | § 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 4F, 4Th Story, 1St Apartment From West At 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/02/2026 | Plumbing – Basin/Sink | Emergency | Close | 4F |
| 11/11/2025 | Appliance – Refrigerator | Non Emergency | Close | 4F |
| 05/25/2026 | Plumbing – Basin/Sink | Emergency | Close | 4F |
| 04/21/2026 | Door/Window – Window Frame | Emergency | Close | 4F |
| 04/21/2026 | Unsanitary Condition – Mold | Emergency | Close | 4F |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/02/2026 | Plumbing | Basin/Sink | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 05/25/2026 | Plumbing | Basin/Sink | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 04/21/2026 | Unsanitary Condition | Mold | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 04/21/2026 | Door/Window | Window Frame | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 04/21/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/12/2026 | 1728110 | Active | 7R | |
| 02/13/2026 | 1717016 | Closed | 6S | 05/29/2026 |
| 09/04/2025 | 1703791 | Closed | 2F | 09/04/2025 |
| 09/02/2025 | 1703593 | Closed | 30 | 09/04/2025 |
| 04/29/2025 | 1694440 | Closed | 58 | 05/06/2025 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/04/2025 | V-Dob Violation - Active | C-Construction Other Optional | Structural Stability Requested For Cellar Level Concrete Ceiling Deteriorated & Starting To Come Apart In Many Areas With Exposed Rebar That Can Be Seen Fully Rusted In Some Areas. | |
| 06/12/2024 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Aeuhaz1-Fail To Certify Class 1 None | Failure To Certify Correction On Immediately Hazardous (Class 1) Ecb Violation | |
| 02/22/2023 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Fispnrf-No Report And / Or Late Filing (Facade) Facade Required | Failed To File Fisp Cycle 9B Technical Report By 2/21/2023 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/04/2025 | 39159284Z | Active | Cellar Level Concrete Ceiling Deteriorated Under The Deli Section Of Building & Starting To Come Apart In Many Areas With Exposed Rebar That Can Be Seen Fully Rusted In Some Areas. (Deli Not In Use), Repair And | $2,500 |
| 02/11/2025 | 37033284M | Active | Failure To Comply With Commissioner'S Order Contained In Summons #39105870H Issued On 02/12/2024, And Failure To File A Certificate Of Correction Pursuant To 28.201.1 And 1 Rcny 102-01(D)(2). An Acceptable Cert | $1,250 |
| 04/04/2024 | 39110821H | Active | Atoi Observed Removal Of Posted Stop Work Order. Original Pswo Issued Work Without Permit In Apartment 1A For Removal Of Partition Wall'S And Fire Proofing. Summon #39105870H Was Served On 02/13/2024, Pswo Was | $12,500 |
| 02/12/2024 | 39105870H | Active | I Observed Removal Of Interior Wall Partition And Commencement Of New Work In Apt 1A, Within A Md-Bldg, Approx. 18-Liner Feet Of Wood Framed Walls To Be Installed, Fire Stopping Protection Removed On The Ceilin | $1,250 |
| 11/15/2021 | 35632338K | Resolve | Inadequate Pedestrian Protection Note:Atoi Observed Heavyduty [email protected] Walking On This Sw.Sws Have Active Permitm00234501-Sh.Alsoobserved Decking Of Sws Not Extended Full Width Of Sw (3307.6.3);About | $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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/18/2025 | $315,000 | D4 | Harlem-Central | |
| 06/28/2023 | $290,000 | D4 | Harlem-Central | |
| 04/04/2023 | $360,000 | D4 | Harlem-Central |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 12/11/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 01/12/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 12/14/2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2021 |
| 12/09/2019 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2019 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 01/23/2026 | Compliance | Failed For Rat Activity |
| 01/02/2026 | Initial | Failed For Rat Activity |
| 08/27/2025 | Compliance | Failed For Rat Activity |
| 07/07/2025 | Initial | Failed For Rat Activity |
| 03/12/2025 | Treatments | Bait Applied |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/02/2026 | Initial Permit | Plumbing | Floor Number(s) 4 through 4 | Plumbing Work To Replace Kitchen Fixtures With New In Existing Locations And Install New Stacked Washer/Electric Condensing Dryer In Unit 4A. No Change In Egress Use Or Occupancy. | Signed-Off | 03/02/2026 |
| 01/29/2026 | Initial Permit | Mechanical Systems | Cellar, Open Space, Roof | Install New Chimney As Per Plans. No Change In Use, Occupancy Or Egress. | Signed-Off | 01/29/2026 |
| 08/09/2023 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Sidewalk Shed | Ground Floor | Alteration Type 3 - Construction Equipment - Sidewalk-Shedinstallation Of Temporary Sidewalk Shed As Per Plans. No Change In Use, Egressor Occupancy. Sidewalk Shed Shall Comply With Chapter #33 Of The Nyc Buildingcode. | Permit Issued | 08/09/2023 |
| 04/26/2022 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Sidewalk Shed | Ground Floor | Alteration Type 3 - Construction Equipment - Sidewalk-Shedinstallation Of Temporary Sidewalk Shed As Per Plans. No Change In Use, Egressor Occupancy. Sidewalk Shed Shall Comply With Chapter #33 Of The Nyc Buildingcode. | Permit Issued | 04/26/2022 |
| 10/22/2021 | Initial Permit | Structural | Facade | Exterior Restoration Project As Per Plans Filed Herewith. No Change To Use, Egress Or Occupancy. | Permit Issued | 10/22/2021 |
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