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256 East 169 Street

Bronx, NY 10456BBL 2-02450-0029Map

Owner of record: Bronx Preservation Housing Development F Und Corp.

256 East 169 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1917 in Bronx, 10456. It has 20 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Bronx Preservation Housing Development F Und Corp.. HPD has recorded 62 housing violations here, most recently on January 28, 2026. 1 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 20 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
62
DOB violations
28
ECB violations
12
HPD complaints
59

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Jan 28, 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
20
About 100% of the building's 20 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 · 62

  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at boiler room

    Jan 28, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 28, 2026 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 1, 2026 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at boiler room

    Jan 1, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    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 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 13, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    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 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 13, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective rubber gasket at refrigerator lower door in the kitchen located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 4, 2024 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at window stool in the 1st room from east located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 4, 2024 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors ............at entrance located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 6, 2016 · Apt 3B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective .......wood floor in the 2nd room from east located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 6, 2016 · Apt 3B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st window frame from east at south wall in the foyer located at apt 5c, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 4, 2016 · Apt 5C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st window frame from east at south wall in the foyer located at apt 5c, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 4, 2016 · Apt 5C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls in the 1st room from east located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 3, 2010 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling in the 1st room from east located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 3, 2010 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceilings in the entire apartment located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 2, 2010 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate .. in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 2, 2010 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove the illegal fastening lockable slide bolt installed at interior door located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 2, 2010 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace the broken or defective (defective) shut-off valve to radiator in the 4th room from east located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 7, 2008 · Apt 1C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Apr 7, 2008 · Apt 1C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of consealed water leak. at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 7, 2008 · Apt 1C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of cascading water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, apartment at north

    Feb 11, 2008 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Feb 11, 2008 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective connection to radiator shut off valve in the 1st room from east at center located at apt 1a, 1st story, apartment at north

    Feb 11, 2008 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at basin sink in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 26, 2008 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective upper and lower sashes/ draft coming in. in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 26, 2008 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 26, 2008 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate ... in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 26, 2007 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening padlockable slidebolt in the entrance located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 26, 2007 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color clg bathroom & kitchen 3rd sty northeast apt 3a er1. , section '' ''

    Aug 16, 1993 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace with new the missing bottom sash & glass 3 ty northwest apt 3d kitchen window er1. , section '' ''

    Aug 16, 1989 · Apt 3D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated lock installed on entrance door to 1 sty west apt 1d. , section '' ''

    Aug 1, 1989 · Apt 1D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color clg 1 sty west apt 1d kitchen. , section '' ''

    Aug 1, 1989 · Apt 1D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department clg 1 sty west apt 1d bathroom. , section '' ''

    Aug 1, 1989 · Apt 1D

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of concealed water leak clg 1 sty west apt 1d private hall er1. , section '' ''

    Aug 1, 1989 · Apt 1D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color clg 1 sty west apt 1d private hall er1. , section '' ''

    Aug 1, 1989 · Apt 1D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective ceramic tile wall 5 sty south apt 5c bathroom. , section '' ''

    Nov 26, 1986 · Apt 5C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective stool window 5 sty south apt 5c south room. , section '' ''

    Nov 26, 1986 · Apt 5C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-16.01 adm code remove all obstructions and repair all defects in waste line washbasin 5 sty south apt 5c bathroom. , section '' ''

    Nov 26, 1986 · Apt 5C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective mechanical ventilation 5 sty south apt 5c kitchen. , section '' ''

    Nov 26, 1986 · Apt 5C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls & clgs 5 sty south apt 5c kitchen center room bathroom & south room. , section '' ''

    Nov 26, 1986 · Apt 5C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective inoperable lower sash window 5 sty south apt 5c center room. , section '' ''

    Nov 26, 1986 · Apt 5C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls 5 sty south apt 5c center room. , section '' ''

    Nov 26, 1986 · Apt 5C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls & clg 4th sty east apt 4b entire apt.

    Sep 9, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective electric outlet wall 1st sty rear south apt 1c west room. located at apt 1c

    Sep 9, 1986 · Apt 1C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-16.01 adm code reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl 1st sty rear south apt 1c bathroom. located at apt 1c

    Sep 9, 1986 · Apt 1C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-16.01 adm code repair the leaky and/or defective faucets wash basin cold water 1st sty rear south apt 1c bathroom. located at apt 1c

    Sep 9, 1986 · Apt 1C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-16.01 adm code repair the leaky and/or defective faucets wash basin 4th sty east apt 4b bathroom. located at apt 4b

    Sep 9, 1986 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective wood cabinet drawers 4th sty east apt 4b kitchen. located at apt 4b

    Sep 9, 1986 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile floor 1st sty rear south apt 1c bathroom. located at apt 1c

    Sep 9, 1986 · Apt 1C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective wood cabinet drawer 1st sty rear south apt 1c kitchen. located at apt 1c

    Sep 9, 1986 · Apt 1C

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 28

  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 20, 2021

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 1, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 1, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 6, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 19, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Nov 30, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Nov 30, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Emergency none

    Egncy-emergency none

    Sep 9, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 18, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 14, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 2, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 18, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 24, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 5, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 23, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 23, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • 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 10, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 10, 1996

    Vh*-violation hazardous 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

    Aug 29, 1995

    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
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    3 replace handrail

    Mar 7, 1990

    Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 12

  • Class - 2

    B251:32h10,05j10,67x10,08v10,15i10.05:realign car door for excessive gap by return post.67:restore emerg communication(phone)in elev cab to outside source.08:3rd fl stop not level.

    Mar 12, 2013 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Work w/o a permit. work noted: sidewalk shed erected on grant avenue side of building. (exposure #4) remedy: obtain permit if feasible.

    Sep 13, 2011 · Penalty $200

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Defect is at exp4 on the front ave side above the 5fl window at the south west corner bricks are missing appx a 3ft x 3ft section rem: immediately provide a sidewalk shed obtain a structural stability report ob

    Sep 8, 2011 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    At the southeast section of the 5fl above a window some oranmental masonry has fallen to sidewalk rem: make area safe adn provide overhead protection immediately submit engineers report on facade maintain bldg

    Sep 7, 2011 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    05e01 08v01 17m07 29q03 42d06 67m07 70o02 71i11 71q03. 05e01-adjust car door to stop from rubbing on saddle. 17m07-provide fire gibbs for hoistway door where necessary. 42d06-secure controller wiring. 67m07-pro

    Jul 12, 2011

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    51k11/41g11/25d6/3d6/38b6. 3- resecure cab wall (back wall) 38- properly secure operator motor wires expose.

    Mar 14, 2006

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain.defect is at main entrance steps handrails are missing.remedy:provide handrails as required.

    Mar 28, 2005

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit:work noted:having replaced steel lentils over north facade.location:grant ave side reinspection of:#34177679k,34165946h remedy:obtain all necessary permits.

    May 1, 2001 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    802/14m7/8j11/3002/30b4/46m7/27d6/36c7/5702/7406 - glass missing from front patch back wall on top flooring shaftway and where needed. provide spin out device top of car property secure safety gage on cardoor.

    Sep 20, 2000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    1m,30i,35m,50y,34m,57o,62k, 30-fix guard rail on top car 35-no light in motor rm 39-junction box cover missing

    Jan 21, 1998 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
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  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain the exterior bldg walls.structural cracks thru-outthe northwest brick wall(at 1floor + around 2+3 floor windows.)rusted window lintels thru-out the fascade + west wall.*vertical +diagnol cra

    Jan 16, 1996 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    02l,03i,14m,57o

    Sep 21, 1993

    Resolve

Complaints

  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    May 27, 2026 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 27, 2026 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 30, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 17, 2025 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 15, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 14, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 11, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 7, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Dec 7, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open
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  • Electric

    No lighting

    Jun 19, 2025 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Aug 27, 2024 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Aug 27, 2024 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Aug 27, 2024 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 11, 2024 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Aug 11, 2024 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jun 9, 2024 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    May 24, 2024 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 18, 2023 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 26, 2022 · Apt APT2B

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Oct 5, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Apr 24, 2022 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 9, 2020 · Apt 5C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 13, 2020 · Apt 5C

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jan 14, 2020 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 11, 2017 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 18, 2016 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 10, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Window guards

    Sep 19, 2013 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Aug 14, 2012 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Mar 15, 2010 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Mar 15, 2010 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 15, 2010 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 23, 2008 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 13, 2008 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 5, 2008 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 5, 2008 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Feb 5, 2008 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Feb 5, 2008 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Feb 5, 2008 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Jan 31, 2008 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 26, 2008 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 26, 2008 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Jan 25, 2008 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Jan 25, 2008 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 25, 2008 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 20, 2008 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 20, 2008 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Jan 20, 2008 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 20, 2008 · Apt 1A

    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 (D5)
Year built
1917
Floors
5
Residential units
20
Building area
26,550 ft²
Lot area
4,700 ft²
Zoning
R7-1
Community board
204
Council district
16
Block / lot
2450 / 29
Assessed value
$1,008,900
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #208534, last renewed Aug 14, 2025.

Questions about 256 East 169 Street

Who owns 256 East 169 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Bronx Preservation Housing Development F Und Corp..

Does 256 East 169 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 62 housing violations at this property.

Is 256 East 169 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 20 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 20 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 256 East 169 Street built?

City records list 1917 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 256 East 169 Street?

It has 20 residential units.

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