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551 Southern Boulevard

Bronx, NY 10455BBL 2-02683-0051Map

Owner of record: 553 Southern INC

551 Southern Boulevard is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Bronx, 10455. It has 10 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 553 Southern INC. HPD has recorded 34 housing violations here, most recently on April 30, 2026. 8 of the 34 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 10 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
34
DOB violations
14
ECB violations
9
HPD complaints
25

What to know

Concern
2 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Apr 30, 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
10
About 100% of the building's 10 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.

    Apr 30, 2026

    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.

    Jun 5, 2025

    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 22, 2024

    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.

    Apr 3, 2024

    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 17, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods dropladder out of guide rails at north fire escape at fire escape at north

    Mar 9, 2023

    Open — Nov certified late
  • 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
  • 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 18, 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 18, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 15, 2021 · Apt 4C

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 15, 2021 · Apt 4A

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 15, 2021 · Apt 4A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 15, 2021 · Apt 4A

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • 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 5, 2021

    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 28, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) throughout the public areas in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. at public hall stairs

    May 14, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing, located at apt 4c, 4th story, apartment at west

    Apr 26, 2017 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 31, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 30, 2016 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 30, 2016 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 200 watts minimum required (light fixtures present) at front areaway

    Mar 7, 2016

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 5, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 29, 2015 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 5, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4c, 4th story

    May 21, 2014 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 4c, 4th story

    May 21, 2014 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 29, 2013 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 29, 2013 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following a minimum of 200 watts incandescent light required.

    Oct 5, 2012

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of bedbugs in the entire apartment located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 11, 2010 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods at front stack

    Oct 25, 2008

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing glass at window 4 sty front north apt 42 1st room from entrance & center room. located at apt 42

    Jul 15, 1974 · Apt 42

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-41.15 adm code post a sign on wall of entrance story identifying owner and managing agent.

    Mar 15, 1973

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceiling cellar center east and west.

    Mar 15, 1973

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 14

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report

    Nov 8, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - active
  • 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

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 9, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 19, 1994

    Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 17, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Feb 26, 1992

    Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed

ECB violations · 9

  • Class - 3

    Work without a permit. noted: at rear of apartment 1a erected full height partition wall with door., obtain permit or restore premises to prior legal condition

    May 26, 2022 · Penalty $500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35316419h issued on 8/2/2018 & to file a cert.of correctionpursuant to 28.201.1 and 1rcny 102-01(d)(2)an acceptible cert.has not

    May 21, 2019 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    (1)erect metal awning approx 12ft widex4ft high x 3ft projection with wording "549 grocery" without a permit.awning erected at 1st floor front of bldg.(2)electronic 2 way sign with continuous l4 showing the var

    Aug 2, 2018 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by bldg dept records form vacant bldg with ub405-75 to illegal occupancy medical offices & pharmacy at 1 story.remedy:discontinue unlawful use and file plans & obtain a new ci

    Jan 25, 1995 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by buildings department records. from vacant building with ub. 405 75 pending illegal occupancy medicaloffices & pharmacy at 1st story. remedy: discontinue illegal use/and

    Jan 25, 1995 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by building dept records from vacant building with ub 405-79 pending toillegal occupancy medical offices remedy discontinue unlawful use or file plans 7 obtain a new c of o

    Feb 3, 1993 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by building dept records from vacant building with ub405-79 pending to illegal occupancy medical offices remedy discontinue unlawful use or file plans & obtain a new c of o

    Feb 3, 1993 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the building records remedy: file plans with this department.

    Mar 1, 1990 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occpancy contrary to that allowed by the c fo o remedy: file plans with this deparment.

    Mar 1, 1990 · Penalty $250

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Oct 1, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Mar 22, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 8, 2023 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 26, 2022 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 25, 2022 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 24, 2022 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    May 4, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 18, 2016 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 18, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 18, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 18, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Oct 5, 2012 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Oct 11, 2010 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 11, 2010 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 29, 2010 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 22, 2010 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 26, 2010 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 12, 2009 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 24, 2008 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 21, 2008 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 20, 2008 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 15, 2008 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 12, 2008 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 20, 2008 · Apt 5C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 2, 2007 · Apt 4B

    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
1910
Floors
4
Residential units
10
Building area
9,972 ft²
Lot area
3,938 ft²
Zoning
R7-1
Community board
202
Council district
17
Block / lot
2683 / 51
Assessed value
$266,400
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #206384, last renewed Jul 20, 2026.

Questions about 551 Southern Boulevard

Who owns 551 Southern Boulevard?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 553 Southern INC.

Does 551 Southern Boulevard have violations?

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

Is 551 Southern Boulevard rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 10 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 10 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 551 Southern Boulevard built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 551 Southern Boulevard?

It has 10 residential units and 12 units in total.

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