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653 Lenox Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10037

1
DOB Complaints
19
311 Housing Calls
21
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

94
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 94% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 653 Lenox Avenue

The six-story, 16-unit building at 653 Lenox Avenue (Amsterdam Garvey Housing Development Fund Corp.) has experienced several notable maintenance issues in recent years, with particular concerns regarding water and pest problems. Between July 2023 and July 2025, there have been multiple water-related complaints, including two significant incidents in 2024 (heavy flow and slow leak) and recurring heat and hot water issues affecting both individual apartments and the entire building during late 2023.

The building has also faced pest challenges, with two unsanitary conditions related to pests reported in July 2023 and an emergency pest complaint in February 2024. More recent developments include a water leak complaint filed in November 2024 that remained open as of July 2025. The building is currently facing mold-related violations in the fifth-floor Apartment 5A, as of July 2024, concerning both ceiling mold and bathtub grout surfaces.

Rodent inspections show fluctuating results, with reports of rat activity in July 2023, September 2023, and most recently in July 2025. While some maintenance issues have been addressed and closed, including various heat and water problems, the persistence of certain violations and maintenance requests suggests ongoing building maintenance challenges. The property has shown some responsiveness to complaints, as evidenced by inspections and corrections, though there are instances where HPD was unable to gain access for inspection.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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653 Lenox Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Harlem.

Building Characteristics

Total units 16
Year built 1920
Total area 16002 sq ft
Floors 6
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

1
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
21
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
19
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
1
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
6
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
16
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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653 Lenox Avenue Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

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AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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653 Lenox Avenue 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 653 Lenox Avenue. 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
2024-11-172025-07-10Water Leak-Slow LeakNon EmergencyCLOSE
2024-03-192024-06-01Water Leak-Heavy FlowEmergencyCLOSE
2024-02-022024-04-25Unsanitary Condition-PestsEmergencyCLOSE
2024-01-212024-01-25Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2023-12-312024-01-02Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 653 Lenox Avenue. 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
2024-07-29BOpenNone5A§ 27-2017.3 HMC: TRACE AND REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE VISIBLE MOLD CONDITION... LESS THAN 10 SQUARE FEET AT THE CEILING IN THE 2nd BATHROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 5A, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST ORIGINAL VIOLATION 17157673 ISSUED 29-JUL-24 HAS BEEN UPGRADED TO CLASS B PER ADMINISTRATIVE CODE §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).None
2024-07-29ACloseNone5A§ 27-2017.3 HMC: TRACE AND REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE VISIBLE MOLD CONDITION... LESS THAN 10 SQUARE FEET AT THE CEILING IN THE 2nd BATHROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 5A, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
2024-07-29AOpenNone5A§ 27-2011 ADM CODE CLEANSE TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT THE MOLD ON THE GROUT SURFACES AROUND THE BATHTUB IN THE 2nd BATHROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 5A, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
2024-06-28ACloseNoneNone§ 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT THE NORTH WALL AT NORTH WALL INTERMEDIATE LEVEL AT PUBLIC HALL STAIRS, 5th STORYNone
2024-06-28BCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE FIRE RETARDANT MATERIAL AT NORTH AND EAST WALLS INTERMEDIATE LEVEL AT PUBLIC HALL STAIRS, 6th STORYNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 653 Lenox Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2024-11-17 00:23WATER LEAKSLOW LEAKClosedHPD
2024-03-19 19:56WATER LEAKHEAVY FLOWClosedHPD
2024-02-02 15:33UNSANITARY CONDITIONPESTSClosedHPD
2024-01-21 21:06HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2023-12-31 20:50HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 653 Lenox Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
15957162022-03-22CLOSEDFailure to Maintain2022-03-24No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2022-03-24)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 653 Lenox Avenue.

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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 653 Lenox Avenue. The information includes the date, type, description, and status of each complaint. The data is sourced from DOHMH/311.

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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 653 Lenox Avenue. 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
2024-12-120002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-070002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-01-051102021-11-012022-10-31
2022-03-300002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-01-141102019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 653 Lenox Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-07-09InitialRat Activity
2025-01-09InitialPassed
2024-07-10InitialPassed
2024-01-30CompliancePassed
2024-01-12InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 653 Lenox Avenue. The information includes the open date, case type, status, judgement, penalty and whether harassment was found. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: HPD
Open DateCase TypeStatusJudgementPenaltyHarassment found
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OATH Cases Explanation

The table below shows the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings cases for 653 Lenox Avenue. 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 653 Lenox Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 653 Lenox Avenue. 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 653 Lenox Avenue. 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 653 Lenox Avenue. 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 653 Lenox Avenue. 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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Sales Records

Sales transactions for 653 Lenox Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 653 Lenox Avenue. 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 653 Lenox Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 653 Lenox Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 653 Lenox Avenue. 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.

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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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