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21 Bennett Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10033BBL 1-02180-0096Map

Owner of record: 21 Bennett Similis Family Associates LLC

21 Bennett Avenue is an elevator apartment building built in 1920 in Manhattan, 10033. It has 36 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is 21 Bennett Similis Family Associates LLC. HPD has recorded 210 housing violations here, most recently on June 10, 2026. 6 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 36 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
210
DOB violations
19
ECB violations
12
HPD complaints
511

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Jun 10, 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

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
36
About 100% of the building's 36 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 · 210

  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the west wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 36, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 36

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • C

    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) ceiling, south wall in the kitchen located at apt 36, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 36

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    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) ceiling, south wall, east wall, west wall in the bathroom located at apt 36, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 36

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation at 1st riser from east at south wall in the kitchen located at apt 36, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 36

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at south wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 36, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 36

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the foyer located at apt 36, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 36

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation at 1st riser from east at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 36, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 36

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing electrical outlet cover plate at south wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 36, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 36

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 1st room from east at north, the 2nd room from east at north located at apt 36, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 36

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard-paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface and either tested inconclusive for lead content at 0.5mg/cm2 or tested positive for lead content on a metal or ceramic substrate as set forth in (28 rcny §11-07(b)) using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2). west wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 36, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 36

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard-paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface and either tested inconclusive for lead content at 0.5mg/cm2 or tested positive for lead content on a metal or ceramic substrate as set forth in (28 rcny §11-07(b)) using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2). 1st door from south at west wall in the foyer located at apt 36, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 36

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by performing activities necessary to abate tested lead-based paint from required window and/or door friction surfaces for apartment and make floors smooth and cleanable, positive lead-based paint in an apartment with a child under six located at apt 36, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 36

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 1st door from south at west wall in the foyer located at apt 36, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 36

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 9, 2025 · Apt 2

    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 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 9, 2025 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 15, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace with new the broken or defective air valve at north radiator in the 6th room from east located at apt 55, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 5, 2023 · Apt 55

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 15, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective mortise lock on entrance door to building

    Feb 6, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 66, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 21, 2021 · Apt 66

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 66, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 21, 2021 · Apt 66

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock at door leading to fire escape in the 1st room from east located at apt 66, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 21, 2021 · Apt 66

    Open — Invalid certification
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 1st room from east located at apt 66, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 21, 2021 · Apt 66

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at east, north and south walls in the 1st room from east located at apt 66, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 21, 2021 · Apt 66

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile floor throughout in the bathroom located at apt 64, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 22, 2021 · Apt 64

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 64, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 22, 2021 · Apt 64

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Code: arrange and make self-closing the doors ... in the entrance located at apt 64, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 22, 2021 · Apt 64

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective base cabinet sink at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 64, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 22, 2021 · Apt 64

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl tile floor throughout in the kitchen located at apt 64, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 22, 2021 · Apt 64

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 64, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 22, 2021 · Apt 64

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling in the 5th room from east at south located at apt 64, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 22, 2021 · Apt 64

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor throughout in the 5th room from east at south located at apt 64, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 22, 2021 · Apt 64

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor throughout in the 5th room from east at north located at apt 64, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 22, 2021 · Apt 64

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling in the 5th room from east at north located at apt 64, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 22, 2021 · Apt 64

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 64, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 22, 2021 · Apt 64

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 64, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 22, 2021 · Apt 64

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile at east, west, north and south walls in the bathroom located at apt 64, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 22, 2021 · Apt 64

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor throughout in the 1st room from east located at apt 64, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 22, 2021 · Apt 64

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective counterbalance to south 1 window (upper and lower sashes) in the bathroom located at apt 64, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 22, 2021 · Apt 64

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 64, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 22, 2021 · Apt 64

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor throughout in the private hallway located at apt 64, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 22, 2021 · Apt 64

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 64, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 22, 2021 · Apt 64

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 64, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 22, 2021 · Apt 64

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 64, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 22, 2021 · Apt 64

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling in the 1st room from east located at apt 64, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 22, 2021 · Apt 64

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling and south wall in south closet in the 2nd room from east located at apt 64, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 22, 2021 · Apt 64

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 64, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 22, 2021 · Apt 64

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling and east wall (8 sq. ft.) in the 1st room from east located at apt 64, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 22, 2021 · Apt 64

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 66, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 20, 2021 · Apt 66

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at all walls in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 66, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 20, 2021 · Apt 66

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 19

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Dec 22, 2021

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Failure to post energy grade/score none

    Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3

    Dec 1, 2021

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Sep 2, 2020

    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
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 27, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 23, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 1, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 18, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 3, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 21, 2003

    Dob violation - resolved
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p10382

    May 16, 2001

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p10382

    May 1, 2000

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jul 12, 1996

    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

    Sep 1, 1994

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 15, 1992

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    1

    Apr 25, 1991

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    (51) overhead lock clean provide light-repair wall (52)post name of elevator company (53) repair work light

    Dec 15, 1988

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    (51) clean top of car repair top of car

    Nov 5, 1988

    Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 12

  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in a code compliant manner. at time of inspection, there are ac units that are partially obstructing the fire escapes at exposure 1 and 4 of the building., repair and/replace

    Jul 1, 2025 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Class 1 violation issued, no fire service installed in controller as per code fire as to install with dlm to work on phase 1&2 in the fireman system.

    Sep 17, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Found dlm (door lock monitoring) is not working. repair and adjust. cat1 tag (4/29/2020) expired. complete cat1 test and provide cat1 tag.

    May 20, 2021 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Dlm not working, repair. brake is dirty, clean and adjust the floor level.

    Dec 1, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    No door lock monitoring installed in this controller as per 3.10.12 of appendix k3 of the 2014 nycbc. remedy install dlm and, perform and file test with nycdob. phone in car inoperative.

    Feb 20, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    B354 5b.16.28a.34b.40.3a.15.24b.32a.38.50a.50b.50c.50d.50e.50f.50g.50h50a undersized pressure manifold 50b water lines not supported 50c no draft stat 50d excessive soot condition 50e open containers of fuel oi

    Jul 19, 2008 · Penalty $500

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    21i11/ 58o11/ 21i11=no service to 5th floor due to damaged door lock wiring - repair restore service to 5th floor. 58o11=some oil from machine contaminate of the brake pads therefore replace brake pads.

    Oct 13, 2004

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    13m11i 13-provide car mirror 11-repair car top light

    May 17, 1997

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    46t,51f,52d,33o,57o,36w. 52-d-3# provide double-nuts on brake springs

    Jul 24, 1995 · Penalty $100

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    11q,57o,35p.

    Dec 15, 1992

    Resolve
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  • Non-hazardous

    47h,61k,22d,57o,35p

    Mar 20, 1992

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    73#,46t,28l,09m,14m,73o,33p,73# perform 5 year test, properly tag device, and file elv3 form.

    Jun 11, 1991 · Penalty $150

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 9, 2026 · Apt 36

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Jun 9, 2026 · Apt 36

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    May 26, 2026 · Apt 65

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 9, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 8, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 26, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 26, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 25, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Feb 23, 2026 · Apt 64

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 23, 2026 · Apt 64

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 15, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 15, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 15, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 8, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 8, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 8, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 7, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 5, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 5, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 5, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 5, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 24, 2025 · Apt 6

    Close
  • General

    Janitor/super

    Aug 2, 2025 · Apt 32

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 1, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 18, 2025 · Apt 61

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 4, 2025 · Apt 35

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 4, 2025 · Apt 35

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 4, 2025 · Apt 35

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 2, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 19, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 2, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 25, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Elevator

    Maintenance

    Nov 25, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 22, 2023 · Apt 53

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 18, 2023 · Apt 53

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 4, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 4, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 4, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 4, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 3, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 3, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 29, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 10, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 4, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 10, 2022 · Apt 64

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Feb 20, 2022 · Apt 64

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 31, 2022 · Apt 35

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 30, 2022 · Apt 35

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 30, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 21, 2022 · Apt 35

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Elevator apartment building (D1)
Year built
1920
Floors
6
Residential units
36
Building area
38,670 ft²
Lot area
9,525 ft²
Zoning
R7-2
Community board
112
Council district
10
Block / lot
2180 / 96
Assessed value
$759,600
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #119383, last renewed Aug 28, 2025.

Questions about 21 Bennett Avenue

Who owns 21 Bennett Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 21 Bennett Similis Family Associates LLC.

Does 21 Bennett Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 210 housing violations at this property.

Is 21 Bennett Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 36 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 36 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 21 Bennett Avenue built?

City records list 1920 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 21 Bennett Avenue?

It has 36 residential units.

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