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281 Wadsworth Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10040

4
DOB Complaints
678
311 Housing Calls
462
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

16
High Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 16% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 281 Wadsworth Avenue

This 84-unit, 6-story New Law Tenement building at 281 Wadsworth Avenue, built in 1924, is currently facing multiple maintenance challenges as of mid-2025. Both May and June 2025 have seen multiple complaints regarding unsanitary conditions and pest infestations, with HPD inspections being unable to complete inspections for several complaints and new service requests being recommended. The building has experienced recurring rodent issues, with rat activity documented in June 2025 and previous inspections showing similar results throughout 2024-2025.

Apartment 4F has been particularly affected by various maintenance issues, receiving multiple violations in late 2024 including mold, water leaks, and pest infestations, while other units like 2D and 3A have also had maintenance citations regarding window guards, bell-buzzer system, and hot water supply. The property has had several Housing Maintenance Code violations and active complaints regarding various maintenance issues, including plumbing problems (sinks, toilets), flooring issues, and unsanitary conditions. While there were multiple complaints about work being done without permits in late 2024 and early 2025, inspections did not warrant violations.

The building's bedbug reporting shows minimal activity, with only one reported case in 2024, though this followed a period of pest-related complaints. Additionally, multiple Department of Buildings Energy Efficiency Reporting violations were recorded in 2021-2023, though these were eventually dismissed upon submission of required documentation. The building's maintenance history suggests ongoing challenges with both pest control and basic building maintenance, with multiple recent complaints requiring further attention and follow-up by housing authorities.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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281 Wadsworth Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 84
Year built 1924
Total area 70310 sq ft
Floors 6
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

4
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
462
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
678
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
9
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
1
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
28
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 281 Wadsworth Ave, New York, NY 10040
  • 283 Wadsworth Ave, New York, NY 10040
  • 285 Wadsworth Ave, New York, NY 10040
  • 287 Wadsworth Ave, New York, NY 10040
  • 289 Wadsworth Ave, New York, NY 10040
  • 291 Wadsworth Ave, New York, NY 10040
  • 293 Wadsworth Ave, New York, NY 10040
  • 619 West 187th St, New York, NY 10040
  • 616 West 188th St, New York, NY 10040
  • 618 West 188th St, New York, NY 10040

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281 Wadsworth Avenue Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

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AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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281 Wadsworth 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

Full Building Data for 281 Wadsworth Avenue

Housing Maintenance Code Complaints

This table shows complaints to 311 related to potential NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) for 281 Wadsworth 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
2025-06-012025-06-05Paint/plaster-CeilingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-012025-06-05Plumbing-ToiletNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-012025-06-05Flooring/stairs-FloorNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-012025-06-05Unsanitary Condition-PestsNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-012025-06-05Unsanitary Condition-PestsNon EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 281 Wadsworth 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
2024-12-16ACloseNone4F§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PAINT METAL IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPT. REGULATION HEAT RISER PIPE IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 4F, 4th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST , SECTION ''NORTH''2025-01-09T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-16ACloseNone4F§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PAINT METAL IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPT. REGULATION HEAT RISER PIPE IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 4F, 4th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST , SECTION ''NORTH''2025-01-09T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-16ACloseNone4F§ 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT AT SOUTH WALL AND CEILING IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 4F, 4th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST , SECTION ''NORTH''2025-01-09T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-16CCloseNone4FHMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4F, 4th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST , SECTION ''NORTH''2025-01-16T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-16ACloseNone4F§ 27-2017.3 HMC: TRACE AND REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE VISIBLE MOLD CONDITION... LESS THEN 10SQ FEET AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 4F, 4th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST , SECTION ''NORTH''2025-01-14T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 281 Wadsworth Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-06-01 14:24UNSANITARY CONDITIONPESTSClosedHPD
2025-06-01 14:24PAINT/PLASTERCEILINGClosedHPD
2025-06-01 14:24PLUMBINGBASIN/SINKClosedHPD
2025-06-01 14:24FLOORING/STAIRSFLOORClosedHPD
2025-06-01 14:24PLUMBINGTOILETClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 281 Wadsworth Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
16855952025-01-02CLOSEDWork Without a Permit – Occupied Multiple Dwelling2025-01-02No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2025-01-02)
16836462024-12-10CLOSEDWork Without a Permit – Occupied Multiple Dwelling2024-12-10No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2024-12-10)
16826462024-11-24CLOSEDWork Without a Permit – Occupied Multiple Dwelling2024-11-25No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2024-11-25)
16563442023-12-22CLOSEDWork Without a Permit – Occupied Multiple Dwelling2023-12-26No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2023-12-26)
15954302022-03-18CLOSEDIllegal Conversion2022-10-26Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2022-10-27)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 281 Wadsworth Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2023-04-22V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO SUBMIT AN EER PER AD. CODE SEC. 28-308.4 - MULTIPLE YEARS (2022)EER SUBMITTED2023-11-15
2022-08-21V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO SUBMIT AN EER PER AD. CODE SEC. 28-308.4 - MULTIPLE YEARS (2021)EER SUBMITTED2023-11-15
2022-08-20V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO SUBMIT AN EER PER AD. CODE SEC. 28-308.4 - MULTIPLE YEARS (2020)EER SUBMITTED2023-11-15
2022-08-19V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO SUBMIT AN EER PER AD. CODE SEC. 28-308.4 IN 2019EER SUBMITTED2023-11-15
2021-04-29V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEFAILURE TO DISPLAY ENERGY EFFICIENCY SCORE AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY GRADE AS PER ADCODE SEC. 28-309.12.3
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 281 Wadsworth 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 281 Wadsworth 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
2024-12-131002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-260002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-190002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-12-190002021-11-012022-10-31
2021-12-200002020-11-012021-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 281 Wadsworth Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-06-03ComplianceRat Activity
2025-04-02InitialPassed
2025-01-02InitialFailed for Other R
2024-09-24InitialPassed
2024-08-13ComplianceRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 281 Wadsworth Avenue. The information includes the open date, case type, status, judgement, penalty and whether harassment was found. The data is sourced from HPD.

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Open DateCase TypeStatusJudgementPenaltyHarassment found
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OATH Cases Explanation

The table below shows the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings cases for 281 Wadsworth 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 281 Wadsworth 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 281 Wadsworth 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 281 Wadsworth 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 281 Wadsworth 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 281 Wadsworth 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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Sales Records

Sales transactions for 281 Wadsworth Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 281 Wadsworth 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.

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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 281 Wadsworth Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 281 Wadsworth Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 281 Wadsworth 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.

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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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