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609 West 137th Street, Manhattan, NY 10031

3
DOB Complaints
69
311 Housing Calls
28
Housing Violations
1
Permits

Risk Assessment

68
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 68% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 609 West 137th Street

609 West 137th Street is a 6-story New Law Tenement building located in Hamilton Heights, containing 36 units and constructed in 1906. The property, currently owned by Moses Berkovics, has experienced recurring issues with heat and hot water, with three emergency complaints in 2025 and 2024 showing patterns of access problems during inspections. There have also been multiple recent complaints regarding smoking in non-smoking areas, with four such complaints recorded between April and May 2025.

The building has undergone several significant maintenance issues, including a substantial infestation problem in Apartment 2 in mid-2024, affecting both mice and roaches, along with various violations related to plumbing, mold, and water issues. The elevator system has been a recurring source of problems, with violations recorded in 2020 regarding missing door lock monitoring systems, though these were eventually resolved with penalties paid. Historical records show the building experienced safety concerns in 2021, including heat supply issues in Apartment 1.

While the building has maintained a complete record of bedbug reporting with no infestations documented since 2019, recent rodent inspections in 2025 showed rat activity, in contrast to passing inspections between 2017 and 2024. The property has been diligent in filing required documentation, as evidenced by the recent bedbug reports showing zero units affected and the prompt resolution of various violations. However, the recurring nature of heat, water, and pest-related complaints suggests ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly affecting tenant comfort and building systems.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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609 West 137th Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Hamilton Heights.

Building Characteristics

Total units 36
Year built 1906
Total area 38750 sq ft
Floors 6
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

3
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
28
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
69
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
0
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
3
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
2
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
1
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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609 West 137th Street Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

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RoleNameAddress

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AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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609 West 137th 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 609 West 137th 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
2025-02-192025-02-24Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-01-192025-01-24Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2024-11-232024-11-28Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2024-07-242024-07-29Plumbing-Bathtub/showerEmergencyCLOSE
2024-07-242024-07-29Paint/plaster-WallNon EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 609 West 137th 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
2024-07-27CCloseNone2HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST2024-08-14T00:00:00.000Z
2024-07-27CCloseNone2HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST2024-08-14T00:00:00.000Z
2024-07-27BCloseNone2§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE ELECTRIC LIGHTFIXTURE AT CEILING IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 2, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST2024-09-11T00:00:00.000Z
2024-07-27ACloseNone2§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE BASE CABINET AT SINK IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 2, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST2024-09-27T00:00:00.000Z
2022-06-09BCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE METAL DECORATIVE CORNICE AT SECOND STORY AT FRONT OF BUILDING2022-07-11T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 609 West 137th Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-05-21 09:56Smoking or VapingAllowed in Smoke Free AreaClosedDOHMH
2025-05-02 16:09Smoking or VapingAllowed in Smoke Free AreaClosedDOHMH
2025-05-02 10:11Smoking or VapingAllowed in Smoke Free AreaClosedDOHMH
2025-04-09 10:36Smoking or VapingAllowed in Smoke Free AreaClosedDOHMH
2025-02-19 18:51HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 609 West 137th Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
15450942020-06-12CLOSEDElevator: Single Device on Property/No Alternate Service2020-06-12Oath Violation Served (2020-06-12)
15420652020-04-29CLOSEDElevator: Single Device on Property/No Alternate Service2020-05-15Oath Violation Served (2020-05-15)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 609 West 137th Street.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2021-11-03V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO FILE BENCHMARKING REPORT OF ENERGY USE AS PER AD. CODE SEC. 28-309.4CONFIRMED SUBMISSION2021-12-09
2021-08-02V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO FILE BENCHMARKING REPORT OF ENERGY USE AS PER AD. CODE SEC. 28-309.4000810 PAID INVOICE 905445132022-03-23
2021-06-02V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO FILE BENCHMARKING REPORT OF ENERGY USE AS PER AD. CODE SEC. 28-309.4000810 PAID INVOICE 905445112022-03-23
2021-04-29V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO DISPLAY ENERGY EFFICIENCY SCORE AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY GRADE AS PER ADCODE SEC. 28-309.12.3CIANOW CRM Violation Dismissed2022-04-05
2020-09-02V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION810 PAID INV 903128042020-09-22
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 609 West 137th 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 609 West 137th 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
2025-06-160002023-11-012024-10-31
2024-08-220002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-12-060002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-070002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-02-170002020-11-012021-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 609 West 137th Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-07-16ComplianceRat Activity
2025-05-21InitialRat Activity
2024-11-29InitialPassed
2024-05-22InitialPassed
2023-11-21InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 609 West 137th Street. 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 609 West 137th 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 609 West 137th Street. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2020-06-1239023911XWEST 137TH 609 LLC PROSPENO DOOR LOCK MONITORING INSTALLED IN THIS CONTROLLER AS MANDATED BY 3.10.12 OF APPENDIX K3 OF THE 2014 NYCBC. THIS IS A CONTROLLER FEATURE WHICH ENSURES PASSENGER SAFETY. REMEDY; FILE APPLICATION, INSTALL DLM ARESOLVE1250.00.0
2020-05-1539022343MWEST 137TH 609 LLC PROSPENO DOOR LOCK MONITORING INSTALLED IN THIS CONTROLLER AS MANDATED BY 3.10.12 OF K.3 2014 NYCBC THIS IS A CONTROLLER FEATURE WHICH ENSURES PASSENGERS SAFETY REMEDY OF FILE APPLICATION, INSTALL DLM AND PERFORM ANDRESOLVE1250.00.0
2018-06-2038263522ZPROSPECT MANAGEMENT2X10,21J1,32B10,54M7,56Y13,60X10,68BB7. (2X)2-WAY COMMUNICATIONS INOPERABLE. (21J)SWING DOOR ON 2ND FLR, WHEN DOOR PULLED STOPS ELEVATOR. (32B)PLAY IN CAR GUIDE SHOES (RAGS BEING USED). (60X)LIGHT INOPERABLE BYRESOLVE625.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 609 West 137th 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 609 West 137th 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 609 West 137th 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 609 West 137th Street. Information includes tax class, month, water only flag, amount, and cycle. Data is sourced from NYC Department of Finance.

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Sales Records

Sales transactions for 609 West 137th Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 609 West 137th 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 609 West 137th Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 609 West 137th Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 609 West 137th 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.

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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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