452 St Nicholas Avenue
This building has a severe track record, and our model predicts major ongoing maintenance failures.
This building has 185 recorded HPD violations, above the Harlem average of 48.5.
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How 452 St Nicholas 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, 365 have a higher predicted risk.
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What's in the 452 St Nicholas Avenue report
| Total units | 10 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 5 |
| Year built | 1901 |
| Gross area | 11,395 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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452 St Nicholas Avenue 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/31/2026 | B | Original | § 27-2005, 2007 Adm Code Remove All Encumbrances Consisting Of Household Items Under Public Hall Stairs At Public Hall, 1St Story | Nov Sent Out |
| 04/29/2026 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Properly Repair With Similar Material The Broken Or Defective Fire Retardant Materials At Ceiling At Public Hall, 5Th Story | Nov Sent Out |
| 04/29/2026 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Repair The Roof So That It Will Not Leak Over Ceiling At Public Hall, 5Th Story | Nov Sent Out |
| 04/29/2026 | A | Original | § 27-2013 Adm Code Paint With Light Colored Paint To The Satisfaction Of This Department At Ceiling At Public Hall, 5Th Story | Nov Sent Out |
| 04/29/2026 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Repair The Broken Or Defective Plastered Surfaces And Paint In A Uniform Color At Ceiling And South Wall In The 1St Private Hallway Located At Apt 4B, 4Th Story, 1St Apartment From East At South | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/05/2026 | Unsanitary Condition – Pests | Non Emergency | Close | BLDG |
| 04/06/2026 | Unsanitary Condition – Pests | Non Emergency | Close | 5A |
| 04/06/2026 | Unsanitary Condition – Garbage/Recycling Storage | Non Emergency | Close | BLDG |
| 04/26/2026 | Door/Window – Door | Emergency | Close | 5A |
| 01/28/2026 | Appliance – Electric/Gas Range | Non Emergency | Close | 4A |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/14/2026 | Rodent | Condition Attracting Rodents | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
| 05/11/2026 | Rodent | Rat Sighting | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
| 05/05/2026 | Rodent | Rat Sighting | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
| 05/05/2026 | Unsanitary Condition | Pests | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 04/26/2026 | Door/Window | Door | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/10/2023 | 1636511 | Closed | 23 | 05/12/2023 |
| 03/07/2023 | 1630719 | Closed | 91 | 03/07/2023 |
| 01/14/2023 | 1626657 | Closed | 04 | 01/14/2023 |
| 01/10/2023 | 1626355 | Closed | 91 | 01/11/2023 |
| 12/06/2022 | 1623881 | Closed | 7G | 12/06/2022 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/23/2024 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Lblvio-Low Pressure Boiler Boiler Required | Violation Issued-Failure To File 2023 External Low Pressure Inspection |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/07/2023 | 39513872Y | Resolve | 5 Story I Observed Sidewalk Shed(Sws) And Scaffold At Exp1. Sws Deck Has Storage Of Planks And Scaffold Frames At Exp1. As Per Bc3307.6.5.4 And Bc3307.6.4.2.2 Such Storage Is Not Allowed. Hazard Of Flying Mater | $5,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/30/2022 | $10 | C1 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/23/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 01/01/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 12/06/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 12/10/2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 07/06/2022 | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 05/11/2026 | Initial | Failed For Rat Activity |
| 11/12/2025 | Initial | Passed |
| 08/21/2025 | Compliance | Failed For Rat Activity |
| 05/07/2025 | Initial | Failed For Rat Activity |
| 12/27/2024 | Compliance | Passed |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/01/2024 | Renewal Permit With Changes | Plumbing | Basement/Sub-basement, Floor Number(s) 001 through 005 | Replacement Of Domestic Hwh, Replacement Of Domestic Booster Pump, Replacement Of Primary Backflow Preventer, Installation Of Circuit Solvers, Replace Pl Fixtures And Piping In Kitchen And Bathrooms, All Related Work And Insulation. | Signed-Off | 05/01/2024 |
| 05/17/2023 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Sidewalk Shed | Ground Floor | Proposed Installation Of Heavy Duty Sidewalk Shed As Per Plans. Live Load 300 Lbs Per Square Feet. Sidewalk Shed Shall Comply With Chapter #33 Of The Nyc Building Code. No Change In Use, Occupancy, Or Egress Under This Application. | Signed-Off | 05/17/2023 |
| 05/16/2023 | Renewal Permit With Changes | General Construction | Basement/Sub-basement, Facade, Floor Number(s) 001 through 005, Roof | Masonry Restoration And Roof Replacement, Waterproofing Installation, Lintel Replacement, Windowsill Replacement, Localized Masonry Repair, Stucco Finish Replacement, Railing Installation, Coating Installation,Localized Interior Renovations. | Signed-Off | 05/16/2023 |
| 08/04/2022 | Initial Permit | Supported Scaffold | Proposed Installation Of Temporary Pipe Scaffold As Per Plans. Work Shall Comply With Chapter #33 Of The Nyc Building Code. No Change In Use, Occupancy, Or Egress Under This Application. | Signed-Off | 08/04/2022 | |
| 07/28/2022 | Initial Permit | Plumbing | Basement/Sub-basement, Floor Number(s) 001 through 005 | Replacement Of Domestic Hwh, Replacement Of Domestic Booster Pump, Replacement Of Primary Backflow Preventer, Installation Of Circuit Solvers, Replace Pl Fixtures And Piping In Kitchen And Bathrooms, All Related Work And Insulation. | Signed-Off | 07/28/2022 |
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