243 West 109 Street
This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model predicts continuing maintenance failures over the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.
This building has 37 recorded HPD violations, above the Upper West Side average of 14.1.
The 15-unit, 5-story residential building at 243 West 109th Street in Harlem, built in 1915, currently owned by Hp Morningside Heights Portfolio Housing, has experienced numerous concerning issues in recent years. Most notably, there are multiple active Environmental Control Board (ECB) violations from 2026 totaling $76,250 in penalties, including serious safety concerns about fire alarms, sprinklers, and means of egress related to alleged illegal transient use in units 2R and 3R. The building has a documented pattern of maintenance issues, with 122 housing code complaints, 108 311 service requests, and various violations over the past seven years, including 13 Class A, 24 Class B, and 13 Class C violations. Recent complaints from 2026 show ongoing problems with appliances (specifically electric/gas ranges) and past concerns about heat/hot water service and pest issues.
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What's in the 243 West 109 Street report
Is 243 West 109 Street rent-stabilized?
Rent stabilization caps how much your rent can rise and protects your right to renew. Here's how this building scores on the four signals that usually point to it.
Based on public NYC records. Not legal advice — verify with the DHCR (Division of Housing and Community Renewal) at apps.hcr.ny.gov.
Is 243 West 109 Street covered by Good Cause Eviction?
New York's Good Cause Eviction law (effective April 20, 2024) gives many market-rate tenants the right to renew their lease and challenge rent hikes above the annual local rent standard. It doesn't apply to every building.
Good Cause also excludes condos & co-ops, subsidized/regulated housing, and units renting above 245% of Fair Market Rent — signals we can't always confirm from public data. Not legal advice. Learn more at nyc.gov or call 311 for the Tenant Helpline.
How 243 West 109 Street'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, 146 have a higher predicted risk. The band is relative to this neighborhood, so a share of every neighborhood falls in each colour.
in the next 12 months
What's driving this score
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| Total units | 15 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 5 |
| Year built | 1915 |
| Gross area | 9,640 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
Violations & complaints per year — solid line is historical record, dashed line is AI projection.
243 West 109 Street's landlord & ownership
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Filed Jul 9, 2025, expired Sep 1, 2026 .
The registration on file expired Sep 1, 2026. HPD requires owners of most rental buildings to re-register every year.
City records, not real time — sale and registration data are as fresh as the last extract loaded; the ACRIS deed record above is good through Nov 30, 2020.
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New York, NY 10011
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243 West 109 Street's mortgage & ownership history
Deeds, mortgages, assignments and satisfactions recorded against this property with the NYC Automated City Register Information System (ACRIS) — the public paper trail behind who owns it and who has lent against it.
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243 West 109 Street event timeline
Violations, complaints, fines, and permits — the most recent records on file, in order.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26/2026 | A | Original | §27-2104(B) Hmc Post A Proper Notice Regarding Rent Stabilization Law, In A Form Approved By The Commissioner, In A Conspicuous Location Within The Common Area At The BuildingS Entrance. For More Information About Signage Requirements, Please Visit: Https://Www.Nyc.Gov/Site/Hpd/Services-And-Information/Required-Signage.Page | Nov Sent Out |
| 08/26/2026 | C | Original | § 27-2033 Adm Code 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 Missing At Public Hall, 1St Story | Nov Sent Out |
| 08/26/2026 | A | Original | § 27-2005 Hmc: Post, In A Form Approved By The Commissioner, And Maintain A Notice In A Common Area Of The Building Regarding The Procedures That Should Be Followed When A Gas Leak Is Suspected | Nov Sent Out |
| 08/26/2026 | A | Original | § 27-2053 Adm Code 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 | Nov Sent Out |
| 08/26/2026 | A | Original | § 27-2014 Adm Code And Dept. Rules And Regulations. Scrape And Remove Rust Scales And Paint With 2 Coats Of Paint All Components, All Balconies, All Stories At Front Of Building At Fire Escape | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/14/2026 | Appliance – Electric/Gas Range | Non Emergency | Open | 1E |
| 04/01/2026 | Appliance – Electric/Gas Range | Non Emergency | Open | 2E |
| 03/23/2026 | Appliance – Electric/Gas Range | Non Emergency | Open | 2E |
| 03/02/2026 | Unsanitary Condition – Pests | Non Emergency | Close | 1E |
| 03/15/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | 1E |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/14/2026 | Appliance | Electric/Gas Range | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Open |
| 04/01/2026 | Appliance | Electric/Gas Range | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Open |
| 03/23/2026 | Appliance | Electric/Gas Range | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Open |
| 03/16/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 03/16/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Apartment Only | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/06/2026 | 1732950 | Active | 4A | 09/10/2026 |
| 04/08/2026 | 1721891 | Closed | 4A | 05/19/2026 |
| 09/05/2025 | 1703884 | Closed | 4A | 09/05/2025 |
| 12/26/2023 | 1656537 | Closed | 45 | 02/02/2024 |
| 12/05/2023 | 1654870 | Closed | 58 | 12/08/2023 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/19/2026 | 35727927K | Active | Bc 907.2.8. Failure To Maintain Building In A Code-Compliant Manner. Failure To Provide Class 'J' Fire Alarm System For Transient Use At 2Ndfl, Apt 2R. Previous Violation #35719215M. Remedy: Discontinue Illegal | $6,250 |
| 05/19/2026 | 35727874X | Active | Permanent Dwelling Used/Converted For Other Than Permanent-Residentialpurposes. Department Of Buildings Records Indicate Premises To Be Legally Approved As A Class 'A' Multiple Dwelling. New At 2Nd Fl Apt 2R Ha | $57,500 |
| 05/19/2026 | 35727925R | Active | Failure To Maintain Building In A Code-Compliant Manner. Lack Of Required Number Of Means Of Egress For Every Floor As Per Bc 1008.1(2008 Code); 27-366; Bc 1021.1(2014 Code); Bc 1006.3(2022 Code) For Transient | $6,250 |
| 05/19/2026 | 35727926Z | Active | Failure To Maintain Building In A Code-Compliant Mannner. Failure To Provide A System Of Automatic Sprinklers Where Required As Per Bc 903.2And 27-954 For Transient Use At 2Nd Fl, Apt 2R. Previous Violation #35 | $6,250 |
| 09/05/2025 | 35719215M | Active | Bc 907.2.8. Failure To Provide A Fire Alarm System For Transient Use At Unit 3R. Remedy: Discontinue Illegal Occupancy. | $2,500 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/29/2023 | 009373 | 3E | Possession | David Smith |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/16/2020 | $8,434,470 | C6 | Upper West Side (96-116) | |
| 05/13/2009 | $6,260,045 | C6 | Upper West Side (96-116) | |
| 08/29/2005 | $2,740,665 | C6 | Upper West Side (96-116) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/15/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 12/05/2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 12/08/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 12/05/2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 02/08/2022 | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 06/11/2026 | Compliance | Failed For Rat Activity And Other Reason |
| 04/01/2026 | Initial | Failed For Rat Activity |
| 12/11/2025 | Compliance | Failed For Rat Activity And Other Reason |
| 11/07/2025 | Initial | Failed For Rat Activity |
| 06/19/2025 | 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 |
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