Does 1618 Madison Avenue, Manhattan have HPD violations?

Yes, 1618 Madison Avenue, Manhattan currently has 17 open HPD housing violations: 3 Class A (non-hazardous), 10 Class B (hazardous), and 4 Class C (immediately hazardous). Data from NYC HPD via NYC Open Data, last updated July 10, 2026.

How many 311 complaints has 1618 Madison Avenue, Manhattan received?

1618 Madison Avenue, Manhattan has received 19 complaints in the last 12 months and 8 in the last 30 days. The most common complaint type is HEAT/HOT WATER with 11 complaints.

Is 1618 Madison Avenue, Manhattan safe to live in?

Based on NYC Open Data, 1618 Madison Avenue, Manhattan has a CRITICAL RISK safety rating. The building has 4 Class C (immediately hazardous) violations and should be investigated carefully before signing a lease.

What are the most common complaints at 1618 Madison Avenue, Manhattan?

The most common complaints filed at 1618 Madison Avenue, Manhattan in the last 12 months are: 1. HEAT/HOT WATER (11 complaints), 2. DOOR/WINDOW (2 complaints), 3. WATER LEAK (1 complaint).

Are there Class C violations at 1618 Madison Avenue, Manhattan?

Yes. 1618 Madison Avenue, Manhattan currently has 4 Class C violations, which are classified as immediately hazardous by NYC HPD. These require urgent landlord certification of correction.

When was the last complaint filed at 1618 Madison Avenue, Manhattan?

The most recent 311 complaint at 1618 Madison Avenue, Manhattan was filed on June 29, 2026. In total, 33 complaints have been filed since January 2024. Data updated daily from NYC Open Data.

How serious are the violations at 1618 Madison Avenue, Manhattan?

1618 Madison Avenue, Manhattan currently has 17 open HPD violations: 3 Class A (non-hazardous), 10 Class B (hazardous), and 4 Class C (immediately hazardous). Class C violations are immediately hazardous and require urgent remediation by the landlord under NYC housing code. Data from NYC HPD via NYC Open Data.

Is 1618 Madison Avenue, Manhattan a good building to rent?

1618 Madison Avenue, Manhattan has 4 Class C (immediately hazardous) violations currently open — the most serious HPD category. Prospective renters should exercise significant caution, request a full HPD inspection history, and consult a tenant rights organization before signing any lease.

Who do I contact about violations at 1618 Madison Avenue, Manhattan?

To report a housing issue or follow up on violations at 1618 Madison Avenue, Manhattan, contact NYC's Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) by calling 311 or visiting hpd.nyc.gov. Tenants can file a new complaint via the 311 mobile app or website. For free legal assistance, contact Housing Court Answers (212-962-4795), MFY Legal Services, or Housing Rights Initiative.

1618 Madison Avenue, Manhattan

📍 East Harlem, Manhattan Built 1910 12 units Class C7 Residential

Registered to WALTER ROBERTS Corporation HPD registration · updated monthly

CRITICAL RISK

17 Open Violations

4C 10B 3A

19 Complaints (12 mo) ↑ up vs prior year

8 Last 30 Days

Renting here? This building has 4 unresolved immediately-hazardous violations — ask the landlord what's being done about them before you sign.

311 Complaint Summary

Last 30 Days

Last 90 Days

Last 365 Days

⚠️ Complaints are up 100% compared to the previous 6 months.

Complaint Types (Last 12 Months)

HEAT/HOT WATER

11(58%)

DOOR/WINDOW

2(11%)

WATER LEAK

1(5%)

UNSANITARY CONDITION

1(5%)

PLUMBING

1(5%)

GENERAL

1(5%)

FLOORING/STAIRS

1(5%)

ELECTRIC

1(5%)

📅 Monthly Activity Heatmap (Last 12 Months)

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Source: NYC 311 / HPD · Synced daily · Covers HPD-managed residential buildings · Records from Jan 2024 onward

DOHMH Rat Inspection History

25 Inspections on Record

Failed for Rat Activity Most Recent Result

2026-01-12 Most Recent Date

2026-01-12 Compliance Failed for Rat Activity

2025-12-09 Initial Failed for Rat Activity

2025-07-16 Compliance Failed for Rat Activity

2025-06-17 Initial Failed for Rat Activity

2024-12-18 Compliance Passed

2024-11-15 Treatments Bait applied

2024-08-30 Treatments Bait applied

2024-08-26 Compliance Failed for Rat Activity and Other Reason

2024-06-14 Initial Failed for Rat Activity and Other Reason

2024-04-24 Treatments Bait applied

2024-04-17 Treatments Bait applied

2024-04-10 Treatments Bait applied

2024-02-08 Treatments Bait applied

2024-01-31 Compliance Failed for Rat Activity

2023-12-12 Treatments Bait applied

2023-12-08 Initial Failed for Other Reason

2023-12-01 Treatments Bait applied

2023-11-17 Compliance Failed for Rat Activity and Other Reason

2023-08-16 Stoppage Stoppage done

2023-08-09 Compliance Failed for Rat Activity and Other Reason

2023-07-22 Treatments Bait applied

2023-06-16 Initial Failed for Rat Activity and Other Reason

2023-06-14 Treatments Bait applied

2023-05-31 Compliance Failed for Rat Activity and Other Reason

2023-04-27 Initial Failed for Rat Activity

Source: NYC DOHMH Rodent Inspections · Synced daily (30-day lookback) · Inspections may cover the building's block, not the exact address · DOHMH data publishes with ~10-day lag

HPD Housing Violations

3 Class A

10 Class B

4 Class C

Driving this immediately hazardous rating

Class C Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of… 2026-07-06

Class C Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures 2024-10-07

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Class C § 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 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

2026-07-06 ▼

Violation ID: #19054062

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2026-07-06T00:00:00.000

Description: § 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 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

Class C § 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

2024-10-07 ▼

Violation ID: #17328379

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2024-10-07T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

Class C § 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM DOOR LOCKED AT BASEMENT AT BOILER ROOM

2024-10-07 ▼

Violation ID: #17328380

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2024-10-07T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM DOOR LOCKED AT BASEMENT AT BOILER ROOM

Class C § 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM LOCKED BOILER ROOM AT BASEMENT

2024-10-05 ▼

Violation ID: #17326378

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2024-10-05T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM LOCKED BOILER ROOM AT BASEMENT

Class B § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE ELECTRICAL LIGHT SWITCH AT SOUTH WALL IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM EAST AT SOUTH LOCATED AT APT 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

2026-07-06 ▼

Violation ID: #19054053

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2026-07-06T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE ELECTRICAL LIGHT SWITCH AT SOUTH WALL IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM EAST AT SOUTH LOCATED AT APT 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

Class B § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LIFTING SPLINTERED WOOD FLOOR IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

2026-07-06 ▼

Violation ID: #19054054

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2026-07-06T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LIFTING SPLINTERED WOOD FLOOR IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

Class B § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE MORTISE LOCK AT DOOR IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

2026-07-06 ▼

Violation ID: #19054055

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2026-07-06T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE MORTISE LOCK AT DOOR IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

Class B § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

2026-07-06 ▼

Violation ID: #19054056

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2026-07-06T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

Class B § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

2026-07-06 ▼

Violation ID: #19054057

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2026-07-06T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

Class B § 27-2017.3 HMC: TRACE AND REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE VISIBLE MOLD CONDITION... LESS THAN 10 SQ FEET AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

2026-07-06 ▼

Violation ID: #19054059

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2026-07-06T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2017.3 HMC: TRACE AND REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE VISIBLE MOLD CONDITION... LESS THAN 10 SQ FEET AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

Class B § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

2026-07-06 ▼

Violation ID: #19054060

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2026-07-06T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

Class B § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT SINK IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

2026-07-06 ▼

Violation ID: #19054061

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2026-07-06T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT SINK IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

Class B § 27-2005, 2012 HMC & § 309 MDL: ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF EXCESSIVE STORAGE OF MATERIAL CLOTHES AND CARBOARD BOX IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 5A, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

2024-10-01 ▼

Violation ID: #17325052

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2024-10-01T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2005, 2012 HMC & § 309 MDL: ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF EXCESSIVE STORAGE OF MATERIAL CLOTHES AND CARBOARD BOX IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 5A, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

Class B § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK AT CEILING AT PUBLIC HALL, 5th STORY

2024-10-01 ▼

Violation ID: #17325063

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2024-10-01T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK AT CEILING AT PUBLIC HALL, 5th STORY

Class A § 27-2017.3 HMC: TRACE AND REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE VISIBLE MOLD CONDITION... LESS THAN 10 SQ FEET AT SOUTH WALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

2026-07-06 ▼

Violation ID: #19054058

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2026-07-06T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2017.3 HMC: TRACE AND REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE VISIBLE MOLD CONDITION... LESS THAN 10 SQ FEET AT SOUTH WALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

Class A § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE FIRE RETARDANT MATERIAL AT CEILING AT PUBLIC HALL, 5th STORY

2024-10-01 ▼

Violation ID: #17325065

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2024-10-01T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE FIRE RETARDANT MATERIAL AT CEILING AT PUBLIC HALL, 5th STORY

Class A § 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT AT CEILING AT PUBLIC HALL, 5th STORY

2024-10-01 ▼

Violation ID: #17325066

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2024-10-01T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT AT CEILING AT PUBLIC HALL, 5th STORY

⚠️ What does Class C mean?

Class C violations are classified as immediately hazardous by the HPD (e.g. lack of heat or hot water, active mold, severe rodent infestations, lead-based paint, or carbon monoxide detector issues). Landlords are legally required to resolve these immediately.

Source: NYC HPD Housing Violations · Synced daily · Open violations only — closed violations excluded · Class I (administrative/registration notices) excluded from counts

Neighborhood Comparison

How 1618 Madison Avenue, Manhattan compares to other tracked buildings in East Harlem in the last 12 months.

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📊 That's 2.7× the East Harlem average · top 33% most-complained in neighborhood

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What This Means If You're Considering Renting Here

This building has 4 Class C (immediately hazardous) violations currently open — the most serious HPD category. With 19 complaints filed in the last 12 months, prospective renters should exercise significant caution, request a full HPD inspection history, and consult a tenant rights organization before signing any lease.

Data current as of July 10, 2026. Always verify independently with HPD before signing a lease.

Data last updated: July 10, 2026 · Source: NYC Open Data

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