531 West 160th Street, Manhattan, NY 10032

531 West 160th Street is a 5-story, 20-unit residential building constructed in 1910, currently owned by Rocio Frias. The property has experienced recurrent heating problems, particularly in January 2025, with multiple complaints regarding loss of heat and hot water affecting either individual apartments or the entire building, though these issues were generally resolved promptly according to HPD reports. The building has an active violation record, with significant issues noted in Apartment 2D as of August 2024, including mold presence in the bathroom, multiple instances of lead paint hazards on various surfaces (including windows and door frames), and a broken refrigerator door gasket.

Earlier in 2024, there was also a boiler-related violation regarding small oil leaks and leaking fire tubes, which resulted in a $625 penalty. The building has maintained consistent rodent inspection compliance, passing all inspections from 2014 through 2024. Recent months have shown no recorded bedbug infestations since 2019, with the most recent reports (2022-2024) showing no affected units.

The property has undergone various permitted maintenance work through the years, with multiple plumbing and electrical permits issued between 2018 and 2022. Historical records show the building had a boiler issue in 2023 that led to an Oath Violation being served, and there were some complaints about illegal signage and parking lot lighting in 2020, though these were either resolved or found unsubstantiated. While the building has a significant number of reported issues, most complaints appear to be addressed promptly, though some violations, particularly regarding lead paint and mold, remain open as of the latest data.