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Get real building violations, complaint history, bed bug reports, permits, and ownership records — pulled live from official NYC databases.

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How Apartment Check NYC Works

Get a comprehensive building report in three simple steps.

Enter Address1

Enter Address

Search any NYC apartment building by street address. Works for all five boroughs.

Live Data Pull2

Live Data Pull

We query NYC HPD, DOB, 311, and other official city APIs in real time.

Review Your Report3

Review Your Report

Get a clear, organized report to help you understand risks before signing a lease.

What's Included in Your Apartment Report

Every report pulls from official New York City public data sources — the same records city agencies use.

HPD Housing Violations

Open and historical violations — heat outages, mold, water leaks, lead paint, and safety issues — classified by severity (A, B, C).

Data: NYC HPD

DOB Violations & Permits

Active DOB violations, open permits, construction activity, and stop-work orders from the Department of Buildings.

Data: NYC DOB

311 Complaint History

Noise, rodents, heat loss, sanitation, and other quality-of-life complaints filed by tenants — broken down by category.

Data: NYC 311

Bed Bug History

Infestation history going back multiple years. NYC landlords are legally required to disclose bed bug history before you sign.

Data: NYC HPD

Nearby Crime Activity

NYPD complaint data within 650 ft — felonies, misdemeanors, and violations by offense type for the past 12 months, with a visual crime meter.

Data: NYPD Open Data

Eviction Filings

Building-level eviction filings and marshal activity by year. Patterns of evictions can indicate landlord-tenant disputes or building instability.

Data: NYC DOI Marshals

Building Profile

Year built, number of units, floors, building class, owner name, assessed value, elevator status, and flood zone classification.

Data: NYC PLUTO

Nearby Subway Access

Closest subway stations, lines served, and walking distance — so you can evaluate your commute before committing to a lease.

Data: MTA Open Data

Why Renters Use Apartment Check NYC

Stop searching across six different city websites. Get everything in one place.

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Official City Data

All records sourced directly from NYC HPD, DOB, 311, and PLUTO via official open data APIs.

Live Lookups

Each report is fetched in real time — you always see the latest violations and complaints.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about checking an NYC apartment before renting.

How do I check an apartment before renting in NYC?

Use Apartment Check NYC to research any building's violation history, 311 complaints, bed bug reports, permits, and landlord records — all from official NYC public data sources in one free report.

How can I see building violations in NYC?

NYC Housing Preservation & Development (HPD) and the Department of Buildings (DOB) maintain public records of all housing and building violations. Apartment Check NYC aggregates these records so you can see open violations, past violations, and their severity for any address.

How do I check landlord complaints in NYC?

NYC 311 records all complaints made against a building or landlord, including heat outages, pest infestations, noise, and maintenance failures. Apartment Check NYC pulls the complaint history for any address so you can spot patterns before signing your lease.

How can I check bed bug history for an NYC apartment?

New York City landlords are required to disclose bed bug infestation history. NYC HPD maintains a Bed Bug Disclosure database. Our report includes bed bug history going back multiple years for the building.

How accurate is the apartment report?

All data is sourced directly from official NYC government databases including HPD, DOB, and 311. Records are updated regularly. While we strive for accuracy, always verify critical findings directly with the relevant city agency.

Is Apartment Check NYC free?

Yes. Basic apartment reports are completely free. We believe every NYC renter deserves access to public building data before signing a lease.

What public records are included in the report?

The report includes: NYC HPD housing violations, NYC DOB building violations and permits, 311 complaint history, property ownership records, bed bug disclosure data, building age and unit count, flood zone data, and nearby transit information.

Can I calculate moving costs after checking an apartment?

Yes! After reviewing your building report, Move-Price can estimate your total moving costs including any building-specific surcharges like elevator fees, COI requirements, and difficult street access. Use our moving cost calculator for an instant estimate.

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