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539 West 162nd Street, Manhattan, NY 10032

2
DOB Complaints
183
311 Housing Calls
241
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

27
High Risk

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in NYC with significant maintenance issues.

Our AI predicts there is a 27% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 539 West 162nd Street

539 West 162nd Street is a 5-story New Law tenement building in Washington Heights, containing 30 units and built in 1920, currently owned by Carl Zekaria. The building has experienced persistent maintenance issues in 2025, with multiple complaints regarding plumbing problems (including toilets and bathtubs), unsanitary conditions involving pests, and heating issues, particularly in April 2025 when multiple violations were issued by HPD. Earlier in 2025, there were also concerns about door frames and windows that prompted inspections.

The building has an active list of non-emergency housing maintenance code complaints as of June 2025, including issues with an electric/gas range, unsanitary conditions related to pests, and plumbing problems with a sink. The property has a documented history of violations requiring attention, including several from Fall 2024 concerning apartment 56, such as issues with lead paint, electrical safety concerns, window repairs, smoke detector functionality, and various plumbing problems. The building faced challenges with heat and hot water systems, as evidenced by multiple service requests in 2025.

While there have been some rodent inspections showing "Passed" results recently, there were recorded instances of rat activity in 2021. The building has also had three missed deadlines for filing required inspections (Low-Pressure and Benchmarking) in 2019-2023, though these violations were dismissed. On a positive note, the building has maintained a bedbug-free record across multiple reporting periods from 2020-2024. The Department of Buildings (DOB) had complaints in 2020 regarding illegal work and egress issues, though inspections found no violations at that time.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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539 West 162nd Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 30
Year built 1920
Total area 28025 sq ft
Floors 5
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

2
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
241
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
183
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
10
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
3
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
6
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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539 West 162nd Street Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

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RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

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AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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539 West 162nd 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 539 West 162nd 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
2025-06-232025-06-23Appliance-Electric/gas RangeNon EmergencyOPEN
2025-06-232025-06-23Plumbing-Basin/sinkNon EmergencyOPEN
2025-06-232025-06-23Unsanitary Condition-PestsNon EmergencyOPEN
2025-04-162025-04-21Plumbing-ToiletEmergencyCLOSE
2025-04-162025-04-21Door/window-DoorEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 539 West 162nd 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
2024-10-03ACloseNone56§ 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT ALL PEELING PAINT SURFACES IN THE KITCHEN , THE 2nd ROOM FROM NORTH, THE 6th ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 56, 5th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST2024-10-29T00:00:00.000Z
2024-09-30ACloseNone56§ 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT THE CEILING IN THE 6th ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 56, 5th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST2024-10-29T00:00:00.000Z
2024-09-30CCloseNone56§ 27-2056.6 ADM CODE - CORRECT THE LEAD-BASED PAINT HAZARD - PRESUMED LEAD PAINT THAT IS PEELING OR ON A DETERIORATED SUBSURFACE USING WORK PRACTICES SET FORTH IN 28 RCNY §11-06(B)(2) CEILING IN THE 6th ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 56, 5th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
2024-09-11BCloseNone56§ 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF ELECTRICAL EXTENSION CORDS AT WEST WALL IN THE PRIVATE HALLWAY LOCATED AT APT 56, 5th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST2024-10-25T00:00:00.000Z
2024-09-11BCloseNone56§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE BASE CABINET AT WASH/BASIN IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 56, 5th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST2024-10-25T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 539 West 162nd Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-04-16 09:29PLUMBINGBATHTUB/SHOWERClosedHPD
2025-04-16 09:29UNSANITARY CONDITIONPESTSClosedHPD
2025-04-16 09:29DOOR/WINDOWDOOR FRAMEClosedHPD
2025-04-16 09:29PLUMBINGTOILETClosedHPD
2025-04-16 09:29DOOR/WINDOWDOORClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 539 West 162nd Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
15783162021-08-01CLOSEDEgress: - Locked/Blocked/Improper/No Secondary Means2021-08-02Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2021-08-02)
15327762020-01-06CLOSEDSRO: Illegal Work/No Permit/Change in Occupancy Use2020-01-15No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2020-01-15)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 539 West 162nd Street.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2023-06-30V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2021 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTIONCIANOW CRM Violation Dismissed2023-12-29
2023-04-25V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2022 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTIONCIANOW CRM Violation Dismissed2023-12-29
2019-05-03V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO FILE BENCHMARKING REPORT OF ENERGY USE AS PER AD. CODE SEC. 28-309.4CONFIRMED SUBMISSION2019-07-08
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 539 West 162nd 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 539 West 162nd 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
2024-12-300002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-180002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-300002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-02-070002020-11-012021-10-31
2020-12-220002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 539 West 162nd Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-08-01InitialFailed for Other R
2024-10-22InitialPassed
2023-12-14InitialPassed
2022-06-10InitialPassed
2021-08-09ComplianceRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 539 West 162nd 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 539 West 162nd 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 539 West 162nd Street. 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 539 West 162nd 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 539 West 162nd 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 539 West 162nd 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 539 West 162nd Street. 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 539 West 162nd Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 539 West 162nd 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 539 West 162nd Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 539 West 162nd Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 539 West 162nd 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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