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518 West 136 Street
Hamilton Heights

518 West 136 Street,
Manhattan, NY 10031

24 Units

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Built in 1905

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6 Floors

3.8(3)
Rent Stabilized Units: Yes
Good Cause Eviction: Yes
Evictions: 0
Litigation History: Yes
1 Year Bedbug History: No
Pet Friendly: No
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    Renters Recommendations

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    -- of renters approve of this owner
    Review Summary for 518 West 136 Street
    Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on openigloo.
    Recent reviews for 518 West 136 Street highlight its convenient location near transportation, schools, and essential services, making it appealing for students and professionals. Well-regarded aspects include reliable heat, good water pressure, and a responsive management or superintendent when attentive. However, some renters report cleanliness issues, pest presence, and occasional noise from long-term tenants. Maintenance responsiveness varies, with several calling for improved handyman services and faster repairs. Garbage management is generally acceptable but inconsistently handled. While some tenants appreciate rent stabilization benefits, others advise better communication and pest control to enhance living conditions. Overall, experiences differ based on management responsiveness and upkeep.

    Reviews (3)

    1 week ago
    Good Building - Good Location
    Former Tenant
    Pros:
    It's close to my school. I have no issues with utilities (heat/hot water). Super is nice. Management is responsive.
    Cons:
    One of the long term tenants occasionally are loud.
    Advice to owner:
    None
    Over 1 year ago
    So so, need better maintenance crew
    Former Tenant
    Pros:
    Close to transportation, good heat and hot water, close to drugstores and supermarket and two hospitals
    Cons:
    Hard to get things fixed and responses from management and superintendent and especially handyman
    Advice to owner:
    Get better handyman!!!!

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    Rents and Deposits

    -- of renters received their security deposits back
    It dummy text been reported if this building dummy electronic rent payments.
    Open Violations
    Only open violations from the last 10 years.
    Data last updated 3 days ago.
    The average number of violations per unit at 518 West 136 Street is worse than the city .
    BUILDING AVERAGE:
    1.04 violations per unit
    NEW YORK CITY AVERAGE:
    0.81 violation per unit
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    Non-hazardous
    2
    class A
    i.e. no peephole on a door, or no street # on the building, unlawful keeping of animals
    MOST RECENT:
    Jul 11, 2021: § 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
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    Hazardous
    15
    class B
    i.e. smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways
    MOST RECENT:
    Aug 27, 2025: § 27-2005 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood door frame in the entrance located at apt 17, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north
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    Immediately hazardous
    8
    class C
    i.e. rodents, pest, mold, inadequate heat or hot water, defective building parts
    MOST RECENT:
    Aug 27, 2025: hmc adm code: § 27-2017.4 abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 17, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north
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    Missing information/filings
    0
    class I
    Missing or non-compliant with administrative information orders or filings
    MOST RECENT:
    No violation found...
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    Property Owners and Associates
    C
    Cimba King LLC
    3.8(3)
    Corporate Owner•
    1 Property•24 Units
    Litigation History: Yes
    Evictions: 0
    A
    Agustin Lopez
    3.8(3)
    Site Manager•
    1 Property•24 Units
    Litigation History: Yes
    Evictions: 0
    I
    Ics America CO Ltd
    3.5(8)
    Corporate Owner•
    6 Properties•146 Units
    Litigation History: Yes
    Evictions: 3
    C
    Chikako Otsuka
    3.8(3)
    Head Officer•
    1 Property•24 Units
    Litigation History: Yes
    Evictions: 0

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