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249 West 21 Street

Manhattan, NY 10011BBL 1-00771-0013Map

Owner of record: D-J Zada 249w21 LLC

249 West 21 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Manhattan, 10011. It has 15 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is D-J Zada 249w21 LLC. HPD has recorded 74 housing violations here, most recently on March 9, 2024. 14 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 3 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
74
DOB violations
11
ECB violations
8
HPD complaints
116

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Mar 9, 2024

Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.

Good
No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
3
About 20% of the building's 15 apartments

Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 74

  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective hard wood floor in the 2nd room from north located at apt 2w, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 9, 2024 · Apt 2W

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical outlet at north wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 2w, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 30, 2023 · Apt 2W

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelain enamel finish by reglazing bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2w, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 30, 2023 · Apt 2W

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking around bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2w, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 30, 2023 · Apt 2W

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective door knob at entrance door in the 3rd room from north located at apt 2w, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 30, 2023 · Apt 2W

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Replace with new the missing eschutcheon plate at riser ceiling and floor in the 2nd room from north located at apt 2w, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 30, 2023 · Apt 2W

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2w, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 30, 2023 · Apt 2W

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2w, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 30, 2023 · Apt 2W

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system in boiler room at basement

    Jan 29, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 29, 2023 · Apt 5W

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat from an approved central heating system, or an approved system of gas or electrical heating in good operating condition for the dwelling unit in the 2nd room from north located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 20, 2022 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock installed at door leading to fire escape window in the 4th room from north located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 8, 2022 · Apt 5W

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots at 4th sty balcony, front stack at fire escape

    Dec 8, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 8, 2022 · Apt 5W

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Fire egress defective. restore egress by removing locking device and arrange to open readily the gate in fence at lot line at rear yard

    May 6, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Oct 2, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agency?s housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 13, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 27, 2014 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 27, 2014 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the nuisance consisting of rodents rats in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 27, 2014 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures at sink in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 27, 2014 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 22, 2013 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly secure the loose and hanging light fixture at ceiling in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 22, 2013 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly secure the loose and hanging light fixture at ceiling in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 22, 2013 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 22, 2013 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 22, 2013 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 22, 2013 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 22, 2013 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures bathroom and kitchen in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 2, 2013 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 2, 2013 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color south wall behind bath tub in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 2, 2013 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly secure the loose electrical light fixture at ceiling in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 2, 2013 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective electrical light fixture at ceiling in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 2, 2013 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective electrical light fixture at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 2, 2013 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance door located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 2, 2013 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective stucco material at upper & lower window ornamental masonary at 1st story building front exterior wall

    Apr 26, 2013

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective stucco material at all story building front exterior wall throughtout

    Apr 26, 2013

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective stucco material at north 3rd upper window ornamental masonary at 3rd & 5th story building front exterior wall

    Apr 26, 2013

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly secure the loose & hanging metal cornice at northeast section building front parapet

    Apr 26, 2013

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl and tank in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 29, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile floor in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 15, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system missing sign at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 22, 2010

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1e, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 6, 2008 · Apt 1E

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story

    Nov 4, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective counter balance at window in the 2nd bedroom from north at west located at apt 3r, 3rd story

    Nov 4, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing at 4 sty east apt 4e ms rodriquez. , section '' ''

    Apr 1, 1998 · Apt 4E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing light fixture at ceiling of 4 sty east apt 4e center room. , section '' ''

    Apr 1, 1998 · Apt 4E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed wires at center room east wall 4 sty east apt 4e. , section '' ''

    Apr 1, 1998 · Apt 4E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Refit top & bottom sash at window center room 4 sty east apt 4e. , section '' ''

    Apr 1, 1998 · Apt 4E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit south room east & west windows top & bottom sashes at 4 sty east apt 4e. , section '' ''

    Apr 1, 1998 · Apt 4E

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 11

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Jul 21, 2021

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Jun 14, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report

    Mar 1, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Dec 4, 1995

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 1, 1994

    Dob violation - active
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  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Sep 23, 1988

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 8

  • Class - 1

    Boiler shut down high co. do not operate boiler until all hazardous conditions are immediately corrected and dob is notified to re-inspect to lift the cease use order. 212-393-2784

    Apr 22, 2021 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Register boiler send in certificate of correction

    Apr 22, 2021 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with commissioners order contained in summons/violation#32093256h issued on 02/12/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28.201.1 and 1 rcny 102-01(d)(2).an acceptable certifi

    Nov 20, 2018 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    36,32,50a,50b-36)hb smith boiler is not registered. 50a)boiler controls must be on their own pigtail. 50b)proper supports on piping.

    Feb 12, 2018 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Filed a certificate,form,application etc.containing a material false statements under job application#122913384,issued on 10/07/16.the ownerapplicant made a false statement certification on section #26,pw1 chec

    Mar 21, 2017 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall. defects noted 1-observed brownstones veneer on the east elevation w/missing mortar joints throughout& bulging. 2-observed entry gate at south elevation w/cracks & spallin

    May 24, 2006

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building walls defects noted: 1) observednumerous cracks at cornice above decorative entry gate with spalling of brown stone. 1st sty. 2) observed 2nd engage column from west at

    Apr 17, 2006 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without permit. noted: renovation of apt 4e demolition of 3 wallsremoval of kitchen & bathroom. windows also removed. doors removed from bathroom. new walls being erected. work being done on 4th floor

    Sep 15, 1999

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 9, 2026 · Apt BSMTGF

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Apr 19, 2026 · Apt BSMTGF

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Apr 19, 2026 · Apt BSMTGF

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    May 12, 2025 · Apt 1W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 7, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 25, 2024 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Mar 25, 2024 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 25, 2024 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 25, 2024 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 25, 2024 · Apt 2W

    Close
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  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 25, 2024 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Mar 25, 2024 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 25, 2024 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 23, 2024 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Jan 23, 2024 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jan 23, 2024 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jan 23, 2024 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jan 23, 2024 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 23, 2024 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Jan 23, 2024 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jan 23, 2024 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Nov 21, 2023 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 21, 2023 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door frame

    Nov 21, 2023 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Nov 21, 2023 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Nov 21, 2023 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Nov 21, 2023 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Nov 21, 2023 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 21, 2023 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Oct 6, 2023 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Oct 6, 2023 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 6, 2023 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Oct 6, 2023 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 27, 2023 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 23, 2023 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 20, 2022 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 15, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 13, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 13, 2022 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 5, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Dec 5, 2022 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 5, 2022 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 17, 2018 · Apt 4W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 14, 2016 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 3, 2016 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 7, 2016 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 12, 2015 · Apt 1W

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Apr 14, 2014 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Apr 14, 2014 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 26, 2014 · Apt 3R

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C4)
Year built
1920
Floors
5
Residential units
15
Building area
9,310 ft²
Lot area
2,468 ft²
Zoning
R8B
Community board
104
Council district
3
Block / lot
771 / 13
Assessed value
$1,902,150
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #106498, last renewed Aug 6, 2025.

Questions about 249 West 21 Street

Who owns 249 West 21 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is D-J Zada 249w21 LLC.

Does 249 West 21 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 74 housing violations at this property.

Is 249 West 21 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 3 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 20% of its 15 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 249 West 21 Street built?

City records list 1920 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 249 West 21 Street?

It has 15 residential units.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.