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1261 St Nicholas Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10033

2
DOB Complaints
17
311 Housing Calls
1
Housing Violations
2
Permits

Risk Assessment

96
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 96% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 1261 St Nicholas Avenue

The 36-unit, 5-story New Law Tenement at 1261 St Nicholas Avenue in Washington Heights, built in 1925 and currently owned by Ray Seelall, has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues throughout 2023-2025, with multiple emergency complaints filed, particularly in early 2025 when both apartment-specific and building-wide heating problems were reported. The building had a verified heating incident in February 2025, following complaints in previous months.

Additionally, there have been three food-related complaints in the past two years, including a significant food poisoning incident in April 2025 and rodent-related issues, though recent inspections in October 2024 passed. While the property has maintained a zero-tolerance bedbug policy with all reports showing no infestations between 2019-2024, there are active violations from 2023 regarding failure to file External Low-Pressure Inspection documentation for 2018-2021, though two related violations from June 2023 were dismissed.

The building's infrastructure has been addressed through various maintenance requests, including plumbing and electrical systems, though access was sometimes unavailable for inspections. Historical records show responsiveness to various tenant complaints, with the most recent inspections generally resulting in either resolution or confirmation of returned services, though some issues persistently reoccur, particularly regarding heating system reliability.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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1261 St Nicholas Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 36
Year built 1925
Total area 40580 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.
1
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
17
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
2
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
1
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
3
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
2
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 1261 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10033
  • 1263 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10033
  • 1265 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10033
  • 1267 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10033
  • 601 West 173rd St, New York, NY 10033
  • 603 West 173rd St, New York, NY 10033

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1261 St Nicholas Avenue Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

Other NYC buildings registered to this landlord.

AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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1261 St Nicholas Avenue Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Registered
Tax Abatement
Tax abatement found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 >6 units Registered Found

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Housing Maintenance Code Complaints

This table shows complaints to 311 related to potential NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) for 1261 St Nicholas Avenue. 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
2025-02-062025-02-11Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-02-062025-02-11Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2024-06-072024-07-26General-Bell/buzzer/intercomNon EmergencyCLOSE
2023-11-162023-11-17Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2023-01-162023-03-04Plumbing-Water SupplyEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 1261 St Nicholas Avenue. 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
2021-04-01ACloseNoneNone(A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPDS WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BED BUGS.None
2017-12-30BCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE ARRANGE AND MAKE SELF-CLOSING THE DOORS AT VESTIBULE AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY2018-02-12T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 1261 St Nicholas Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-04-26 10:33Food Poisoning3 or MoreClosedDOHMH
2025-02-06 15:43HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2025-02-06 05:52HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2024-06-07 12:13GENERALBELL/BUZZER/INTERCOMClosedHPD
2024-01-06 09:38RodentRat SightingClosedDOHMH
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 1261 St Nicholas Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
15445032020-06-03CLOSEDAfter Hours Work – Illegal2020-06-09No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2020-06-09)
15193602019-08-19CLOSEDIllegal Commercial/Manufacturing Use in Residential Zone2019-09-06No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2019-09-06)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 1261 St Nicholas Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2023-06-30V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2020 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTIONCIANOW CRM Violation Dismissed2023-09-19
2023-06-30V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2021 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTIONCIANOW CRM Violation Dismissed2023-09-19
2023-06-20V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2018 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-20V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2019 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 1261 St Nicholas Avenue. 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 1261 St Nicholas Avenue. 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
2024-12-160002023-11-012024-10-31
2024-11-080002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-12-060002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-220002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-11-150002020-11-012021-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 1261 St Nicholas Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2024-10-23InitialPassed
2024-01-19InitialPassed
2024-01-12BAITBait applied
2023-12-15InitialPassed
2023-12-05ComplianceRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 1261 St Nicholas Avenue. 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 1261 St Nicholas Avenue. 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 1261 St Nicholas Avenue. 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 1261 St Nicholas Avenue. 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 1261 St Nicholas Avenue. 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 1261 St Nicholas Avenue. 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 1261 St Nicholas Avenue. 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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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 1261 St Nicholas Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 1261 St Nicholas Avenue. 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.

DateTypeResult
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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 1261 St Nicholas Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 1261 St Nicholas Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 1261 St Nicholas Avenue. 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.

Project IDStatusBoroughBlockLot
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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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