659 West 162 Street
This building has a severe track record, and our model predicts major ongoing maintenance failures.
This building has 47 recorded HPD violations, at or below the Washington Heights average of 100.7.
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How 659 West 162 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, 598 have a higher predicted risk.
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What's in the 659 West 162 Street report
| Total units | 53 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 6 |
| Year built | 1922 |
| Gross area | 59,274 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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659 West 162 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/19/2025 | B | Original | § 27-2017.3 Hmc: Trace And Repair The Source And Abate The Visible Mold Condition... Less That 10 Sq. Ft. At Ceiling And West Wall In The Bathroom Located At Apt 56, 5Th Story, 4Th Apartment From East At South Original Violation 18040181 Issued 19-Jun-25 Has Been Upgraded To Class B Per Administrative Code 27-2017.3A(3)(A) Or (B). | Violation Will Be Reinspected |
| 06/19/2025 | A | Original | § 27-2017.3 Hmc: Trace And Repair The Source And Abate The Visible Mold Condition... Less That 10 Sq. Ft. At Ceiling And West Wall In The Bathroom Located At Apt 56, 5Th Story, 4Th Apartment From East At South | Violation Closed |
| 08/20/2025 | C | Original | Hmc Adm Code: § 27-2017.4 Abate The Infestation Consisting Of Roaches In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 39, 3Rd Story, 1St Apartment From East At South | Nov Certified Late |
| 06/19/2025 | B | Original | § 27-2026 Adm Code Repair The Flushing Apparatus And Maintain Same So As To Flush Effectively The Water Closet ,,, In The Bathroom Located At Apt 56, 5Th Story, 4Th Apartment From East At South | Violation Dismissed |
| 06/19/2025 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Properly Repair With Similar Material The Broken Or Defective Ceramic Tiles At North, South And West Walls In The Bathroom Located At Apt 56, 5Th Story, 4Th Apartment From East At South | Violation Dismissed |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/18/2026 | Plumbing – Water Supply | Immediate Emergency | Close | BLDG |
| 01/18/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | BLDG |
| 12/16/2025 | Heat/Hot Water – Apartment Only | Emergency | Close | 9 |
| 10/21/2025 | Unsanitary Condition – Pests | Non Emergency | Close | 61 |
| 07/28/2025 | Door/Window – Window Frame | Non Emergency | Close | 67 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/18/2026 | Plumbing | Water Supply | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 01/18/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 12/17/2025 | Heat/Hot Water | Apartment Only | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 10/21/2025 | Unsanitary Condition | Pests | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 07/28/2025 | Door/Window | Window Frame | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/29/2025 | 1700980 | Closed | 83 | 07/29/2025 |
| 07/28/2025 | 1700945 | Closed | 23 | 07/29/2025 |
| 03/25/2024 | 1663302 | Closed | 6S | 03/25/2024 |
| 02/27/2024 | 1661162 | Closed | 6S | 02/27/2024 |
| 07/07/2023 | 1642580 | Closed | 6S | 09/13/2023 |
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 |
|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/29/2025 | 39542983J | Resolve | At Time Of Inspection Of 5 Story Building I Observed Sidewalk Shed In Place With Electrical Installed Without Permit Causing Hazardous Conditions. | $4,000 |
| 07/29/2025 | 39542985N | Active | At Time Of Inspection Of 5 Story Building Observed Supported Scaffold In Place Not Maintained Per Code Specifications 1. Netting Not Secures As Per 3314.8.2 And 2. Planks Not Tight/Tied Together Creating Gaps A | $10,000 |
| 03/25/2024 | 39109723X | Resolve | Expired Brake Maintenance Tag. Provide An Updated Maintenance Log. Install Approved Fire Emergency Signs On All Floors. | $0 |
| 02/27/2024 | 39107095P | Active | Door Zone Restrictor Inoperative. Provide Emergency Signage On All Landings. Provide An Updated Maintenance Log. | $1,250 |
| 09/13/2023 | 39094701X | Active | Return To Service;Repair Lobby Door;Repair Emergency Phone | $6,250 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/29/2009 | $6,218,000 | D1 | Washington Heights Lower | |
| 07/29/2004 | $4,125,000 | D1 | Washington Heights Lower |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 12/19/2024 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 12/05/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 12/16/2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 01/05/2022 | 1 | 1 | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 02/25/2025 | Initial | Passed |
| 02/04/2025 | Compliance | Failed For Other Reason |
| 12/12/2024 | Initial | Failed For Other Reason |
| 07/30/2024 | Initial | Passed |
| 07/28/2023 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/12/2026 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Supported Scaffold | Open Space | Install Of Heavy Duty Sidewalk Shed, Storage Area On Top No More Than 25Psf And Pipe Scaffold As Per Plans In Compliance With Chapter 33 Of Nycbc. No Change In Use, Agress, Or Occupancy Under This Application | Permit Issued | 03/12/2026 |
| 03/12/2026 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Sidewalk Shed | Sidewalk | Install Of Heavy Duty Sidewalk Shed, Storage Area On Top No More Than 25Psf And Pipe Scaffold As Per Plans In Compliance With Chapter 33 Of Nycbc. No Change In Use, Agress, Or Occupancy Under This Application | Permit Issued | 03/12/2026 |
| 03/12/2026 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Supported Scaffold | Sidewalk | Install Of Heavy Duty Sidewalk Shed, Storage Area On Top No More Than 25Psf And Pipe Scaffold As Per Plans In Compliance With Chapter 33 Of Nycbc. No Change In Use, Agress, Or Occupancy Under This Application | Permit Issued | 03/12/2026 |
| 03/12/2026 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Sidewalk Shed | Open Space | Install Of Heavy Duty Sidewalk Shed, Storage Area On Top No More Than 25Psf And Pipe Scaffold As Per Plans In Compliance With Chapter 33 Of Nycbc. No Change In Use, Agress, Or Occupancy Under This Application | Permit Issued | 03/12/2026 |
| 03/03/2025 | Initial Permit | General Construction | Facade, Roof | Propose Facade (Parpaet) Repair As Per Plans Submitted Herewith. | Permit Issued | 03/03/2025 |
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