NYC Report Card

West 87 Street

F — 0

MANHATTAN · 65 addresses · 1 precincts

Should you live here? F — 0

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Noise
Very loud
🐀
Pests
Few pests
🔒
Safety
Average
🏠
Maintenance
Excellent
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Cleanliness
Average
56
Noise
complaints
1
Rodent/
pest issues
2
Felonies
this year
8
Total
crimes

Living on West 87th Street in Manhattan can be a challenging experience, as indicated by its grade of F and a score of 0 based on official city data. Residents have reported a high frequency of issues, with the most prevalent being heat and hot water outages, affecting nearly the entire building at times. The street is also plagued by persistent parking problems, with illegal parking being a top complaint. Noise pollution is another significant issue, with both residential and street/sidewalk noise reported in substantial numbers. The noise often stems from loud music or parties, with nearly a hundred instances reported.

The street also faces infrastructure and maintenance issues, such as elevators not functioning properly, unsanitary conditions, plumbing problems, and paint or plaster issues. Additionally, some residents have reported pests, mold, and even rat sightings, which can significantly impact their quality of life. A concerning issue is the blocking of fire hydrants, which can hinder firefighting efforts in case of emergencies. The nearby streets share similar grades and problems, suggesting a broader neighborhood-wide issue that needs attention.

While crime statistics show a low incidence of felonies and misdemeanors, the top offenses reported include grand larceny and assault, indicating that residents should remain vigilant. Despite these challenges, the neighborhood's central location in Manhattan provides easy access to public transportation and nearby amenities. However, the persistent issues highlight the need for improved maintenance, stricter enforcement of rules, and better communication between residents and local authorities to address these concerns.

311 complaints trend · 2.9/address → Stable

Crime trend 7 total

Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

Music/Party
24
43%
Neighbors
15
27%
Construction
0
0%
Traffic/Cars
16
29%
Other Noise
0
0%

311 Complaints

CategoryCountBar
Parking/Traffic 65
Noise 56
Dirty/Trash 14
Rodents/Pests 1
Street Condition 12
Safety 7
Trees/Outdoor 4
Other 7
Total166

Crime on West 87 Street

CategoryCount
Felonies2
Misdemeanors5
Violations1
Total8

Most common offenses

PETIT LARCENY (4) GRAND LARCENY (1) HARRASSMENT 2 (1) BURGLARY (1) VEHICLE AND TRAFFIC LAWS (1)

What residents are reporting

Illegal Parking (65) Noise - Residential (23) Noise - Vehicle (17) Noise - Street/Sidewalk (15) Sidewalk Condition (7) Homeless Person Assistance (5) Residential Disposal Complaint (5) Dirty Condition (5) Missed Collection (3) Obstruction (3)

Notable buildings on West 87 Street

BuildingScoreIssues
220 West 87 Street 75.0 12
166 West 87 Street 84.0 13
175 West 87 Street 94.0 9
301 West 87 Street 94.4 28
65 West 87 Street 95.9 3
34 West 87 Street 97.8 5
63 West 87 Street 97.9 5
100 West 87 Street 98.0 1
110 West 87 Street 98.0 1
36 West 87 Street 98.0 4

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