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651 East 138 Street

Bronx, NY 10454BBL 2-02551-0044Map

Owner of record: 251 Cypress LLC

651 East 138 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1915 in Bronx, 10454. It has 17 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 251 Cypress LLC. HPD has recorded 34 housing violations here, most recently on March 16, 2023. 24 of the 34 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 19 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2020.

HPD violations
34
DOB violations
10
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
46

What to know

Concern
7 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Mar 16, 2023

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 2020
19
About 100% of the building's 17 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 · 34

  • 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 3, 2022

    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 17, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 17, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 27, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 27, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 27, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling, north wall in the kitchen located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 27, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Dec 27, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — 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 2, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • 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 28, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 11, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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
  • 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 4, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace with new the broken or defective glass at lower sash window at public hall stairs, 1st story

    Jan 16, 2013

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at walls and ceilings in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 11, 2005 · Apt 3

    Open — Certification postponment denied
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 22, 2004 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures 1st sty front east apt 2 er1. , section '' ''

    Jun 6, 1996 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of concealed water leak at bathroom clg 4th sty south apt 14. , section '' ''

    Jul 26, 1995 · Apt 14

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice thru out 4th sty south apt 14. , section '' ''

    Jul 26, 1995 · Apt 14

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective lockset entrance door to apt 9 3rd sty at front. , section '' ''

    May 2, 1991 · Apt 9

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 3rd sty at front apt 9 , section '' ''

    May 2, 1991 · Apt 9

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls and clgs all rooms 3rd sty at front apt 9. , section '' ''

    May 2, 1991 · Apt 9

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color bathroom clg 3rd sty at front apt 9 , section '' ''

    May 2, 1991 · Apt 9

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of cascading water leak clg bathroom 3rd sty at front apt 9 , section '' ''

    May 2, 1991 · Apt 9

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of mold and mildew all rooms 3rd sty at front apt 9. , section '' ''

    May 2, 1991 · Apt 9

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures inadequate kitchen 3rd sty at front apt 9. , section '' ''

    May 2, 1991 · Apt 9

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Section 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

    Nov 26, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-12.03 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint fire escapes front north & south rear all stys all parts.

    Nov 26, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Section 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder north & south fire escapes.

    Nov 26, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code abate the nuisance consisting of cellar windows sealed up with cement blocks no lights or ventilation thruout.

    Nov 26, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-17.10 adm code post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to building's heating system 1st sty pub hall boiler room door.

    Nov 26, 1986

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code no decorating in 3 years. paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department, walls & clgs thru out 3rd sty southeast apt 9. , section '' ''

    Jul 9, 1986 · Apt 9

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-19.07 adm code install and maintain sufficient light or lights of at least 40 watts incandescent or equivalent each, to light adequately from sunset to sunrise the north court.

    Jul 7, 1986

    Open — Not complied with

DOB building violations · 10

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

    Nov 14, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Aug 12, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Aug 12, 2015

    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
  • 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 7, 2000

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 17, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 2

  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit. noted: ran electrical cable to energize approx 10 8ft fluorescent fixtures & illuminated signs,w/o a permit. remedy: comply w/the notice of violation.

    May 20, 2015 · Penalty $1,600

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit. noted: awning,approx 22ft wide along cypress ave,continues 30ft more along east 138 st(52ft tot). the overhang approx 3ft,height 3ft w/a metal plated block approx 2ft x 3ft x 30ft wide a top

    May 20, 2015 · Penalty $800

    Active

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 30, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 30, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 30, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 30, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Nov 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Nov 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Nov 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Nov 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Nov 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Nov 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Nov 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 28, 2021 · Apt APT14

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Mar 3, 2016 · Apt 10

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Mar 3, 2016 · Apt 10

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 15, 2013 · Apt 5

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jan 15, 2013 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jan 15, 2013 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jul 17, 2009 · Apt 12A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 13, 2007 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Mar 27, 2007 · Apt 12A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Oct 31, 2006 · Apt 12A

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Jan 5, 2006 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 25, 2005 · Apt 12A

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Nov 29, 2005 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Nov 2, 2005 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Mar 9, 2005 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Feb 22, 2005 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Jul 12, 2004 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke detector

    Jul 12, 2004 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jul 12, 2004 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 12, 2004 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    May 13, 2004 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke detector

    May 13, 2004 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    May 13, 2004 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    May 13, 2004 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    May 4, 2004 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 25, 2004 · Apt BLDG

    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 (C7)
Year built
1915
Floors
5
Residential units
17
Building area
17,670 ft²
Lot area
3,235 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
201
Council district
8
Block / lot
2551 / 44
Assessed value
$538,650
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #203521, last renewed Jun 11, 2026.

Questions about 651 East 138 Street

Who owns 651 East 138 Street?

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

Does 651 East 138 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 34 housing violations at this property.

Is 651 East 138 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 19 rent-stabilized units here in 2020 (about 100% of its 17 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 651 East 138 Street built?

City records list 1915 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 651 East 138 Street?

It has 17 residential units and 18 units in total.

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