21 Convent Avenue
Manhattan, NY 10027BBL 1-01968-0029Map
Owner of record: 21-25 Convent Ave. Realty
21 Convent Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Manhattan, 10027. It has 24 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 21-25 Convent Ave. Realty. HPD has recorded 125 housing violations here, most recently on October 9, 2025. 4 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 24 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 125
- DOB violations
- 6
- ECB violations
- 5
- HPD complaints
- 246
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
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.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 125
- BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq.ft at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 5, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west original violation 18288142 issued 09-oct-25 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Oct 9, 2025 · Apt 5
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl in the bathroom located at apt 5, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Oct 9, 2025 · Apt 5
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq.ft at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 5, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Oct 9, 2025 · Apt 5
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 5, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Oct 9, 2025 · Apt 5
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 4th room from north located at apt 23, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 3, 2025 · Apt 23
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 23, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 3, 2025 · Apt 23
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 23, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 3, 2025 · Apt 23
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 23, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 3, 2025 · Apt 23
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 23, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 3, 2025 · Apt 23
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 23, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 3, 2025 · Apt 23
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes household items at balcony at 1st stack from west at south at fire escape, 2nd story
Oct 24, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots at 4th stry front balcony at fire escape
May 27, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at bulkhead door, roof
May 27, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door leading to north yard at public hall, 1st story
May 27, 2024
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 19, 2022 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective rotted sink base cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 19, 2022 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 3; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 19, 2022 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 19, 2022 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Refit lower and upper sash at north window frame in the kitchen located at apt 9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 19, 2022 · Apt 9
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 19, 2022 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 19, 2022 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 24, 2022 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st window frame from west at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 24, 2022 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st window frame from west at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 24, 2022 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 1st room from east located at apt 9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 24, 2022 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st door frame from east at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 24, 2022 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the north wall, ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 24, 2022 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 24, 2022 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 2nd room from east at north located at apt 9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 24, 2022 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective base cabinet at sink in the kitchen located at apt 9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 24, 2022 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st window frame from north at east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 24, 2022 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 24, 2022 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 2nd room from east at south, the 2nd room from east at north located at apt 9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 24, 2022 · Apt 9
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes air-conditioner protruding more than 6 inches beyond window sill at 5th story balcony at south fire escape
Apr 8, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes air-conditioner protruding more than 6 inches beyond window sill at 2nd story balcony at south fire escape
Apr 8, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 15, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes air conditioner protruding beyond window sill at 3rd story balcony, building front stack
Oct 18, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of flower pots at 4th story balcony at building front stack
Oct 18, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of bicycle at public hall, 4th story
Oct 4, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing bent bdrop ladder at building front
Oct 4, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots,table ,and household items at 4 th story balcony at front building
Oct 4, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt bldg, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Sep 29, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt bldg, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Sep 29, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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 super's information at public hall, 1st story
Sep 29, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system no access to basement
Sep 29, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at basement
Sep 29, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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
Jul 27, 2020
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
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 at public hall, 1st story
Jul 27, 2020
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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
Jul 27, 2020
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 6
- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Mar 6, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 19, 2007
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 19, 2007
Dob violation - active - 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
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 · 5
- Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35374476j issued on 12/4/18 and to file a certificate of cor rection pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01(d)(2).an acceptible cert
Sep 10, 2019
Resolve - Class - 1
Bc 3303.4.6 27-1018 unsafe storage of combustible material and equipment. noted chairs, clothing, boxes and bricks stored near gas meters incellar. remedy: maintain storage in compliance with fire code
Dec 4, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/o a permit. work noted at cellar level. full height partitions erected to create 3p bathroom to include waste and water lines in areaoccupied for exercise. no permit filed or approved. remedy:obtain all
Dec 4, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code complaint manner. defect noted: cellar a section of the concrete have pull away approx 5' x6' area of cncrete ceiling sult away s/e section rem; repair and/or replace.
Jun 4, 2009 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to provide approved plans at premises at time of inspection. noted: renovation of all baths & kitchens under application & permit #101556567. remedy: provide approved plans.
Apr 1, 1998
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 28, 2026 · Apt 6
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Oct 23, 2025 · Apt 23
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 16, 2025 · Apt 19
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Sep 29, 2025 · Apt 5
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 29, 2025 · Apt 5
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 29, 2025 · Apt 5
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jul 30, 2025 · Apt 23
Close - Electric
No lighting
Oct 6, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Signage missing
Oct 6, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Safety
Fire escape
Oct 6, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close
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- Door/window
Door
Oct 6, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Oct 6, 2024 · Apt 1
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Sep 29, 2023 · Apt 22
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Mar 2, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Mar 2, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 24, 2023 · Apt 21
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jan 5, 2023 · Apt 19
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jan 5, 2023 · Apt 19
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jan 5, 2023 · Apt 19
Close - General
Cabinet
Jan 5, 2023 · Apt 19
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 5, 2023 · Apt 19
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Jan 5, 2023 · Apt 19
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Jan 5, 2023 · Apt 19
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Dec 11, 2022 · Apt 18
Close - Electric
Wiring
Dec 11, 2022 · Apt 18
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Dec 11, 2022 · Apt 18
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Dec 6, 2022 · Apt 20
Close - Electric
No lighting
Dec 6, 2022 · Apt 20
Close - Electric
No lighting
Dec 6, 2022 · Apt 20
Close - General
Signage missing
Nov 1, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Signage missing
Nov 1, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 12, 2022 · Apt 9
Close - General
Cabinet
May 12, 2022 · Apt 9
Close - Door/window
Window frame
May 12, 2022 · Apt 9
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 12, 2022 · Apt 9
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 12, 2022 · Apt 9
Close - General
Cabinet
Apr 11, 2022 · Apt 9
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Apr 11, 2022 · Apt 9
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 11, 2022 · Apt 9
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 11, 2022 · Apt 9
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Apr 11, 2022 · Apt 9
Close - General
Cabinet
Apr 11, 2022 · Apt 9
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Feb 11, 2022 · Apt 24
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Feb 11, 2022 · Apt 24
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 18, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 17, 2021 · Apt 15
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 3, 2021 · Apt 15
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Sep 29, 2021 · Apt 15
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Sep 29, 2021 · Apt 15
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Sep 28, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C7)
- Year built
- 1920
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 24
- Building area
- 16,175 ft²
- Lot area
- 4,383 ft²
- Zoning
- R7A
- Community board
- 109
- Council district
- 9
- Block / lot
- 1968 / 29
- Assessed value
- $910,350
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #103890, last renewed Sep 13, 2025.
Questions about 21 Convent Avenue
Who owns 21 Convent Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 21-25 Convent Ave. Realty.
Does 21 Convent Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 125 housing violations at this property.
Is 21 Convent Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 24 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 24 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 21 Convent Avenue built?
City records list 1920 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 21 Convent Avenue?
It has 24 residential units and 25 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.