508 West 166 Street
This building has a severe track record, and our model predicts major ongoing maintenance failures.
This building has 54 recorded HPD violations, at or below the Washington Heights average of 100.7.
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How 508 West 166 Street'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 1273 buildings in this neighborhood, 522 have a higher predicted risk.
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What's in the 508 West 166 Street report
| Total units | 67 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 6 |
| Year built | 1910 |
| Gross area | 49,105 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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508 West 166 Street event timeline
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/30/2026 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Hmc: Properly Repair Or Replace The Broken Or Defective Bell/Buzzer Intercom System From Building Entrance To The Panel At North Wall In The Private Hallway Located At Apt 4A, 4Th Story, 1St Apartment From North At East | Violation Will Be Reinspected |
| 04/30/2026 | B | Original | § 27-2045(B)(1)(B) Hmc, § 12-06, § 12-07, § 12-09 Rcny Repair, Replace Or Provide An Approved And Operational Carbon Monoxide Detecting Device, Installed In Accordance With Applicable Law And Rules Missing In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 4A, 4Th Story, 1St Apartment From North At East | Violation Will Be Reinspected |
| 04/30/2026 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Hmc: Properly Repair Or Replace The Broken Or Defective Lower Sash Counter Balance Window At East Wall In The 1St Room From East Located At Apt 4A, 4Th Story, 1St Apartment From North At East | Violation Will Be Reinspected |
| 04/30/2026 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Hmc: Properly Repair Or Replace The Broken Or Defective Upper Sash Counter Balance Window At East Wall In The 1St Room From East Located At Apt 4A, 4Th Story, 1St Apartment From North At East | Violation Will Be Reinspected |
| 04/30/2026 | B | Original | § 27-2045(B)(1)(A) Hmc, § 12-01, § 12-03 Rcny Repair, Replace Or Provide An Approved And Operational Smoke Detecting Device, Installed In Accordance With Department Of Buildings Rules And Regulations Missing In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 4A, 4Th Story, 1St Apartment From North At East | Violation Will Be Reinspected |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/10/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Open | BLDG |
| 06/10/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Open | BLDG |
| 06/10/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Open | BLDG |
| 04/24/2026 | Unsanitary Condition – Pests | Non Emergency | Close | 4A |
| 04/24/2026 | Paint/Plaster – Wall | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/08/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 03/15/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 03/07/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 03/07/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 12/19/2025 | Heat/Hot Water | Apartment Only | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/21/2025 | 1707708 | Closed | 6S | 02/13/2026 |
| 06/25/2025 | 1698586 | Closed | 58 | 06/27/2025 |
| 02/11/2025 | 1688364 | Closed | 7K | 03/07/2025 |
| 04/02/2024 | 1664167 | Closed | 23 | 04/03/2024 |
| 02/23/2024 | 1660936 | Closed | 23 | 02/26/2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/04/2023 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Aeuhaz1-Fail To Certify Class 1 None | Failure To Certify Correction On Immediately Hazardous (Class 1) Ecb Violation | |
| 06/20/2023 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Lblvio-Low Pressure Boiler Boiler Required | Violation Issued-Failure To File 2018 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/13/2026 | 39177278L | Resolve | Cease Use Item: Door Zone Restrictor Inoperative. Remedy: Correct And Email The Elevator Division At [email protected] For A Re-Inspection To Lift The Cease Use. Class 2 Items: Provide Access To Elevator Ma | $1,280 |
| 04/03/2024 | 39527058R | Resolve | At Time Of Inspection Of 6 Story Residential Building Observed Sidewalk Shed In Place Not Maintained Per Code Specifications 3307.6.5.3 Parapet Panels Missing, Not Secure And Mesh Missing Causing Hazardous Con | $2,400 |
| 10/18/2023 | 39097414R | Resolve | Occupancy Contrary To That Allowed By The Cert Of Occupancy Or Buildings Dept Records. In Addition To Legal Class 'A' Apartment In Cellar An Illegal Sro Has Been Created In Storage Room Adjacent To Boiler Room. | $2,500 |
| 08/21/2023 | 39520817R | Resolve | Responsibility For Maintenance And Use . At Time Of Inspection I Observed Sidewalk Shed Erected With Valid Permit Inadequately Maintained With Missing Parapet Panels And Debris/Material On Top Of Sidewalk Shed | $0 |
| 06/09/2023 | 39517649J | Active | Failure To Keep And Maintain Sidewalk Shed Free Of Materials And Debris. Sidewalk Shed At "Exposure 1" Had Materials Bricks And Debris "Broken Bricks And Concrete" On The Top Of The Shed. Overload Creating An I | $2,500 |
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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 |
|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/26/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 12/18/2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 12/04/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 12/05/2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 12/13/2021 | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 12/19/2025 | Initial | Passed |
| 10/23/2024 | Initial | Passed |
| 12/13/2023 | Initial | Passed |
| 06/03/2022 | Initial | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/23/2024 | Initial Permit | Boiler Equipment | Cellar | Replace Boiler And Burner. Change Fuel From #4 Oil & Gas To #2 Oil And Gas. This Application Supersedes Pw1#123197361 And Pw1#123076367 Which Should Be Withdrawn Upon Sign Off. No Change In Use, Egress Or Occupancy. | Signed-Off | 09/23/2024 |
| 09/20/2024 | Initial Permit | Plumbing | Cellar | Reconnect Existing Gas Line To Replacement Burner. Replacement Burner Filed Under Separate Be Application. This Application Supersedes Pw1#123197361 And Pw1#123076367 Which Should Be Withdrawn Upon Sign Off. No Change In Use, Egress Or Occupancy. | Permit Issued | 09/20/2024 |
| 06/24/2024 | Initial Permit | General Construction | Facade | Limited Facade Repairs Including Re Pointing Of Mortar Joints, Replacement Of Steel Lintels, And Deteriorated Brickwork, All As Indicated In Drawings Submitted Herewith. | Permit Issued | 06/24/2024 |
| 06/08/2023 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Sidewalk Shed | Open Space | Installation Of Temporary Sidewalk Shed As Per Plans. No Change In Use, Egress Or Occupancy. | Signed-Off | 06/08/2023 |
| 06/30/2022 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Sidewalk Shed | Open Space | Installation Of Temporary Sidewalk Shed As Per Plans. No Change In Use, Egress Or Occupancy. | Signed-Off | 06/30/2022 |
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