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251 West 121 Street

Manhattan, NY 10027BBL 1-01927-0012Map

Owner of record: 251w121 NYC LLC

251 West 121 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10027. It has 4 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 251w121 NYC LLC. HPD has recorded 55 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 21 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
55
DOB violations
17
ECB violations
4
HPD complaints
37

What to know

Concern
2 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Apr 29, 2026

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

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 55

  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 29, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Nov 17, 2025

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Jun 4, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Nov 22, 2024

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 1, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Nov 15, 2023

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 16, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Nov 2, 2022

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Feb 16, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Feb 16, 2022

    Open — Info nov sent out
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  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 2, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Apr 2, 2021

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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 25, 2019

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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 10, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 5, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling. at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 5, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 5, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in drain pipe at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1 lower level, 1st story, apartment at north

    Jan 12, 2018 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in drain pipe at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 1 lower level, 1st story, apartment at north

    Jan 12, 2018 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling at cellar

    Jan 12, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove all obstructions from water closet ... at cellar

    Jan 12, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, apartment at west

    Jan 8, 2018 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet .. at lower level in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 8, 2018 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water exceeding 130 degrees (temp reading 173) in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 8, 2018 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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.

    Nov 9, 2017

    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 agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd.

    Oct 20, 2016

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building.

    Oct 20, 2016

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    § 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor at 1st sty public hall

    Oct 20, 2016

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 2flr, 2nd story

    Jun 27, 2006 · Apt 2FLR

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Jun 27, 2006 · Apt 2FLR

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Provide and maintain approved mail receptacles and directories for the persons residing in the dwelling as provided in the u.s. postal regulations. at public hall, 2nd story

    Jun 27, 2006

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2flr, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 27, 2006 · Apt 2FLR

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective window glass at upper and lower sashes in the bathroom located at apt 2flr, 2nd story

    Jun 27, 2006 · Apt 2FLR

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2flr, 3rd story

    Jun 27, 2006 · Apt 2FLR

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective electric light fixture at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2flr, 2nd story

    Jun 27, 2006 · Apt 2FLR

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2flr, 2nd story

    Jun 27, 2006 · Apt 2FLR

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective entrance door in the entrance located at apt 2flr, 2nd story

    Jun 27, 2006 · Apt 2FLR

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective window glass lower sash in the 1st room from north located at apt 2flr, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 27, 2006 · Apt 2FLR

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 10, 2006 · Apt 2FL

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    May 10, 2006 · Apt 2FL

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit door in the entrance located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 10, 2006 · Apt 2FL

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 10, 2006 · Apt 2FL

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 10, 2006 · Apt 2FL

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 10, 2006 · Apt 2FL

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide 3 extra sprinkler heads and suitable wrench for emergency purposes at o.s.y. valve of sprinkler in accordance with the rules and regulations of this department .. at south at cellar

    Apr 25, 2006

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Seal in open position the o.s.y. valve of the sprinkler system in accordance with the rules and regulations of this department ... at south at cellar

    Apr 25, 2006

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective .. 5th wood tread from bottom of stairs leading to cellar

    Apr 25, 2006

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of . electrical cord at 2nd story ceiling light fixture ..connected to exposed wiring at 1st story public hall

    Apr 25, 2006

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective ... sprinkler heads on sprinkler line in the 3rd room from north located at apt 2flr, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 25, 2006 · Apt 2FLR

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 17

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 31, 2005

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 4

  • Class - 1

    Failure safeguard all persons and property affected by construction operations noted at back of bldg north elevation an approx 6ft long section of 1 1/2inch black iron fell to adjoining property at 249 w 121st

    Aug 19, 2009 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to institute maintain safety equipment measures or temporary construction no guardrails noted at north elevation supported scaffold bridged to east elevation onto single section a top roof of adjoining

    Aug 19, 2009 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain adequate house keeping: at base level and cellar level throughout debris store above to height of 5'consisting of mattresses furniture and house hold goods and refuse. remedy: clean and

    May 1, 2006 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain. noted: 1) joists of basement floor level cracked,rotten and sagging. 2) fire penetration at cellar and basement trucent. remedy: maintain building.

    May 1, 2006 · Penalty $800

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jul 28, 2018 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 28, 2018 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jul 28, 2018 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 30, 2018 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Mar 30, 2018 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Mar 30, 2018 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 30, 2018 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jan 12, 2018 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 12, 2018 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jan 7, 2018 · Apt 1

    Close
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  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jan 7, 2018 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 7, 2018 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 8, 2017 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jul 8, 2017 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 8, 2017 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jul 8, 2017 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Jun 26, 2006 · Apt 2FLR

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 26, 2006 · Apt 2FLR

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Jun 26, 2006 · Apt 2FLR

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jun 26, 2006 · Apt 2FLR

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Jun 26, 2006 · Apt 2FLR

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Jun 26, 2006 · Apt 2FLR

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jun 26, 2006 · Apt 2FLR

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Jun 26, 2006 · Apt 2FLR

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Jun 26, 2006 · Apt 2FLR

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 22, 2006 · Apt 2FLR

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Apr 11, 2006 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • General

    Stairs

    Apr 11, 2006 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Apr 11, 2006 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Apr 11, 2006 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Apr 11, 2006 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 11, 2006 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 19, 2006 · Apt 2FLR

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Feb 27, 2006 · Apt 2FLR

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 27, 2006 · Apt 2FLR

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 14, 2006 · Apt 2FLR

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 19, 2006 · Apt 2FLR

    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 (C3)
Year built
1910
Floors
5
Residential units
4
Building area
4,978 ft²
Lot area
1,817 ft²
Zoning
R7A
Community board
110
Council district
9
Block / lot
1927 / 12
Assessed value
$471,600
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #112374, last renewed Mar 22, 2019.

Questions about 251 West 121 Street

Who owns 251 West 121 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 251w121 NYC LLC.

Does 251 West 121 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 55 housing violations at this property.

Is 251 West 121 Street rent stabilized?

No rent-stabilized units appear in its 2018–2024 tax bills. Individual apartments can still be regulated, so request the rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal if unsure.

When was 251 West 121 Street built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 251 West 121 Street?

It has 4 residential units.

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