870 West 181 Street
While historically clean, our model detects a rising risk of severe maintenance issues in the next 12 months.
This building has 4 recorded HPD violations, at or below the Washington Heights average of 100.7.
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How 870 West 181 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, 1069 have a higher predicted risk.
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What's in the 870 West 181 Street report
| Total units | 61 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 6 |
| Year built | 1923 |
| Gross area | 63,600 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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870 West 181 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/16/2024 | C | Original | § 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 Hmc, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) Mdl And 28 Rcny §25-171: Replace Or Repair The Self-Closing Doors That Is Missing Or Defective Hinges At Fire Exit Door In The 1St Room From North Located At Apt 64, 64Th Story, 2Nd Apartment From North At East | Violation Closed |
| 02/16/2024 | C | Original | § 27-2043.1 Hmc Install The Missing Or Repair/Replace The Defective Window Guard(S) In Accordance With The Specifications Of The New York City Health Code Section 24 Rcny Chapter 12. Wg To Install = 1; Wg To Replace = 0; Wg To Repair = 0; In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 49, 4Th Story, 1St Apartment From South At West | Nov Sent Out |
| 02/16/2024 | C | Original | § 27-2043.1 Hmc Install The Missing Or Repair/Replace The Defective Window Guard(S) In Accordance With The Specifications Of The New York City Health Code Section 24 Rcny Chapter 12. Wg To Install = 2; Wg To Replace = 0; Wg To Repair = 0; In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 57, 5Th Story, 2Nd Apartment From South At West | Nov Sent Out |
| 02/16/2024 | C | Original | § 27-2005, 2007 Adm Code Remove Device Preventing Door From Being Self-Closing Kickstand At Fire Door Leading To West Court At Basement | Nov Sent Out |
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 |
|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/10/2024 | Construction Lead Dust | In Common Areas | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | In Progress |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2026 | 1716051 | Closed | 6M | 03/19/2026 |
| 02/11/2025 | 1688392 | Closed | 7K | 04/03/2025 |
| 10/24/2024 | 1680557 | Closed | 7F | 10/25/2024 |
| 06/07/2024 | 1669797 | Closed | 30 | 06/07/2024 |
| 01/30/2024 | 1659176 | Closed | 7J | 08/16/2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/07/2024 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | C-Construction Other Optional | Structure Rendered Non Compliant. At Of Inspection Damage Observed To Have Been Sustained To Sidewalk Shed Where 4 Upright Support Along Wit H Section Of Needle Beams Has Beams Displaced Due To Tractor Trailer I Mpacting Sidewalk Shed | 10/31/2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/30/2024 | 39104804P | Resolve | I Observed Interior Demolition Work On The Cellar Level Of The Bldg, Existing Apt/Built Area, Removed Partition Walls-Partial Electric & Plumbing, Stop All Works, Make Work Area Safe, Demo Approx 80 Pct Done W/ | $1,250 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/10/2025 | $380,000 | D4 | Washington Heights Upper | |
| 09/05/2024 | $0 | D4 | Washington Heights Upper | |
| 09/05/2024 | $0 | D4 | Washington Heights Upper | |
| 01/31/2024 | $999,995 | D4 | Washington Heights Upper | |
| 02/09/2023 | $310,000 | D4 | Washington Heights Upper |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/02/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 12/03/2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 12/01/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 12/04/2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 12/06/2021 | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 10/30/2025 | Initial | Passed |
| 11/04/2024 | Initial | Passed |
| 12/26/2023 | Initial | Passed |
| 06/23/2022 | Initial | Passed |
| 07/17/2019 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/08/2026 | Initial Permit | General Construction | Floor Number(s) 006 through 006 | Propose Interior Renovation Of Existing Apartment #63. Removal And Installation Of Non-Load Bearing Partitions And Related Finishes. No Change In Use, Egress Or Occupancy Filed Under This Application. | Permit Issued | 05/08/2026 |
| 09/20/2024 | Initial Permit | General Construction | Ground Floor | General Construction Pertaining To Installation Of Sprinkler System For Laundry Room On First Floor. No Change In Egress Or Occupancy. | Signed-Off | 09/20/2024 |
| 08/22/2024 | Initial Permit | Plumbing | Ground Floor | Installation Of Sprinkler System For Laundry Room On First Floor. No Change In Egress Or Occupancy. | Signed-Off | 08/22/2024 |
| 06/21/2024 | Initial Permit | Plumbing | Cellar | Plumbing Work Related To The Interior Renovation Of Superintendent Apartment At Cellar. No Change In Use, Egress, Or Occupancy. | Signed-Off | 06/21/2024 |
| 06/11/2024 | Initial Permit | General Construction | Cellar | Interior Renovation Of Superintendent Apartment At Cellar. No Change In Use, Egress, Or Occupancy. | Signed-Off | 06/11/2024 |
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