281 Brook Avenue
Bronx, NY 10454BBL 2-02284-0062Map
Owner of record: Quadrant Properties Housing Development Fund Compa
281 Brook Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1904 in Bronx, 10454. It has 59 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Quadrant Properties Housing Development Fund Compa. HPD has recorded 576 housing violations here, most recently on October 8, 2026. 6 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 59 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 576
- DOB violations
- 32
- ECB violations
- 5
- HPD complaints
- 948
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 · 576
- ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 2B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing device in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 2B
Open — Nov certified on time - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Oct 2, 2026 · Apt 2B
Open — Nov certified on time - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Oct 2, 2026 · Apt 2B
Open — Nov certified on time - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective rubber gasket at refrigrator door in the kitchen located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 15, 2026 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet .. in the bathroom located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 15, 2026 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls ceiling and trims in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 8, 2025 · Apt 2A
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 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 8, 2025 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules defective in the entire apartment located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 8, 2025 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of excessive storage of material clothes and box in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 8, 2025 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation closed
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- ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile tread at intermidate landing at public hall stairs, 1st story
Sep 8, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of air conditioner at fire escape window in the 3rd room from east at north located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 8, 2025 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation closed - 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 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 8, 2025 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation closed - IInformation / order
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
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling and all walls in the 1st bathroom from north located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 28, 2024 · Apt 3C
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 25, 2024 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective door in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 25, 2024 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective closet door at south wall in the private hallway located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 25, 2024 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 25, 2024 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling, walls, trims and baseboard moldings including inside of closets through-out in the 4th room from east located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Feb 18, 2024 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ''hinges'' in the entrance located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 16, 2024 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 3 sq ft at east wall approx 7 sq ft at door frame in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 2, 2023 · Apt 2A
Open — Defect letter issued - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceilings in the entire apartment located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Oct 26, 2023 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling apprx 10 sq ft at ceiling 5 sq ft at south wall and 5 sq ft at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Oct 26, 2023 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective intercom system located at apt 5c, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 11, 2023 · Apt 5C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective lock and assembly at apartment entrance door in the entrance located at apt 5c, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 11, 2023 · Apt 5C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective ventilation system at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5c, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 11, 2023 · Apt 5C
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at caulking around the tub. aprox 1 sq. ft. in the bathroom located at apt 5c, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 11, 2023 · Apt 5C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective ceiling light fixture in the kitchen located at apt 5c, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 11, 2023 · Apt 5C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet ... in the bathroom located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 23, 2022 · Apt 5B
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... 4 sq ft at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 26, 2022 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... 8 sq ft at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west original violation 15333290 issued 26-aug-22 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Aug 26, 2022 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... 4 sq ft at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west original violation 15333289 issued 26-aug-22 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Aug 26, 2022 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 26, 2022 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 26, 2022 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective .. in the entrance located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 26, 2022 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly secure the loose detached washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 26, 2022 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... 8 sq ft at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 26, 2022 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulk around the bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 27, 2022 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... in the entrance located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 27, 2022 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulk around the wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 27, 2022 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling west and east walls in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 27, 2022 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling approx 2 sq. ft west wall approx 5 sq. ft and east wall approx 5 sq. ft in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west original violation 15176295 issued 27-may-22 has been upgraded to class c per administrative code §27-2017.3a(5)(a) or (b).
May 27, 2022 · Apt 2A
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling approx 2 sq. ft west wall approx 5 sq. ft and east wall approx 5 sq. ft in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 27, 2022 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide sufficient, proper and separate metal receptacles for the deposit of garbage, rubbish and other waste material and arrange for collection and disposal of such material.
Jan 28, 2022
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective base cabinet at sink in the kitchen located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 20, 2021 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock installed on door leading to fire escape window in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 20, 2021 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 20, 2021 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 20, 2021 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling and all walls in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 20, 2021 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 32
- 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
Jan 31, 2005
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
Jan 31, 2005
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 13, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed
Show 22 more ↓
- 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
Mar 26, 2002
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
Mar 26, 2002
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
Mar 26, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 27, 2001
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 27, 2001
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 27, 2001
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 27, 2001
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 7, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed - 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
Jun 9, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jun 9, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jun 9, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jun 9, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 17, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 17, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 17, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 17, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 5
- Class - 2
Permanent dwelling used/converted for other permanent residential purposes dept of buildings records indicates building to be leggaly approved as a class "a" multiple dwelling, now @apt 3a is being used
Apr 30, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner lack of requirednumber of mean if egress for every floor per bc 1018.1(2008 code); 27-366; bc 1021.1(2014 code) for transient use @ apt 3a on 3rd floor.
Apr 30, 2019 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner lack of a systemof automatic sprinkler where is required as per bc 903.2 & 27-954 for transient use @apt 3a.rem:discontinue illegal occupancy.
Apr 30, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Bc 907.2.8 failure to provide fire alarm system class "j" for transient use @ apt 3a on 3rd floor.rem:discontinue illegal occupancy.
Apr 30, 2019 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to do adequate housekeeping. defect is accumucation of combustible debris. (wood joist, lath, etc.) approx. 30' long, 20; wide & 30'deep at rear courtyard of above premises. remedy: remove all debris in
Feb 14, 1992 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
Complaints
- Plumbing
Toilet
Oct 22, 2026 · Apt 5C
Open - Plumbing
Toilet
Oct 22, 2026 · Apt 5C
Open - Plumbing
Toilet
Oct 22, 2026 · Apt 5C
Open - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 2B
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 4, 2026 · Apt 2B
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Oct 4, 2026 · Apt 2B
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 28, 2026 · Apt 2B
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Sep 28, 2026 · Apt 2B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 8, 2026 · Apt 2B
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Jul 8, 2026 · Apt 2B
Close
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- Plumbing
Toilet
Jul 8, 2026 · Apt 2B
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Jul 7, 2026 · Apt 5C
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Jul 7, 2026 · Apt 5C
Close - Door/window
Door
Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 5C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 5C
Close - Paint/plaster
Door/frame
Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 5C
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 5C
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 5C
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 5C
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 5C
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 5C
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 5C
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 5C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 29, 2026 · Apt 2A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 11, 2026 · Apt 2A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 29, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 27, 2026 · Apt 2B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 24, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 8, 2026 · Apt 5B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 5, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 5B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 30, 2025 · Apt 2B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 28, 2025 · Apt 2B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 28, 2025 · Apt 2B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 17, 2025 · Apt 2B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 12, 2025 · Apt 2AFLOO
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 12, 2025 · Apt 4A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 8, 2025 · Apt 4A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 8, 2025 · Apt 2B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 5, 2025 · Apt 2B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 11, 2025 · Apt 2A
Close - Door/window
Window pane
Jun 6, 2025 · Apt 5B
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Jan 1, 2025 · Apt 2A
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jan 1, 2025 · Apt 2A
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Jan 1, 2025 · Apt 2A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 15, 2024 · Apt 2B
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Dec 13, 2024 · Apt 2A
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Dec 13, 2024 · Apt 2A
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Dec 13, 2024 · Apt 2A
Close - Electric
Lighting
Dec 3, 2024 · Apt 2B
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C7)
- Year built
- 1904
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 59
- Building area
- 62,060 ft²
- Lot area
- 20,401 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 201
- Council district
- 8
- Block / lot
- 2284 / 62
- Assessed value
- $854,100
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #204611, last renewed Aug 30, 2025.
Questions about 281 Brook Avenue
Who owns 281 Brook Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Quadrant Properties Housing Development Fund Compa.
Does 281 Brook Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 576 housing violations at this property.
Is 281 Brook Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 59 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 59 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 281 Brook Avenue built?
City records list 1904 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 281 Brook Avenue?
It has 59 residential units and 60 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.