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971 Westchester Avenue

Bronx, NY 10459BBL 2-02715-0035Map

Owner of record: Westbert Realty Corp

971 Westchester Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1924 in Bronx, 10459. It has 19 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Westbert Realty Corp. HPD has recorded 361 housing violations here, most recently on May 18, 2026. 44 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 18 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2023.

HPD violations
361
DOB violations
8
ECB violations
22
HPD complaints
322

What to know

Concern
8 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 18, 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 2023
18
About 95% of the building's 19 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 · 361

  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq. ft at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west original violation 18938021 issued 18-may-26 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of washer dryer and car seat in public hall potentail hazard at public hall, 1st story

    May 18, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    § 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder missing bolts and nuts at fire escape

    May 18, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes air conditioner installed at east exterior wall at 5th story 2nd window from south at fire escape

    May 18, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes air conditioner installed at east exterior wall at 4th story 3rd window from south at fire escape

    May 18, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes air conditioner installed at east exterior wall at 3rd story second window from south at fire escape

    May 18, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — Nov certified late
  • C

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

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Replace with new the missing door in the 4th room from east located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 4th room from east located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • A

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light bulb at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    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

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq. ft at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective guilotein effect/spring balance (lower sash) at fire escape window in the 3rd room from east at north located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinge at door in the entrance located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective (porcelain enamel) by method of reglaze finish at hathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and all walls at 5th story bulkhead , 5th story

    May 18, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective at ceiling and all walls at 5th story bulkhead , 5th story

    May 18, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing return handle for bulkhead door , 5th story

    May 18, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of removed refrigerator and furniture, household items at 5th floor landing leading at bulkhead , 5th story

    May 18, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective hinges at bulkhead door , 5th story

    May 18, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door , 5th story

    May 18, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    And dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint all stories, all balconies and all componets at fire escape

    May 18, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 1, wg to replace = 0, wg to repair = 0 in the 3rd room from east located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — Nov certified late
  • 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

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door missing at building entrance at public hall, 1st story

    Jan 23, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 23, 2026 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4b, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 18, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Replace with new the missing shut off valve handle at radiator in the 3rd room from north located at apt 4b, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 18, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective sink base cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 4b, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 18, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl tiles at floor in the foyer located at apt 4b, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 18, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood subfloor in the foyer located at apt 4b, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 18, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at floor in the bathroom located at apt 4b, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 18, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4b, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 18, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Jan 18, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace the broken or defective washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 4b, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 18, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the south wall in the bathroom located at apt 4b, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 18, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace with new the missing glass at lowes sash,window at intemediate landing at public hall stairs, 3rd story

    Jan 18, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 4b, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 18, 2026 · Apt 4B

    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.

    Nov 17, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

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

    Jul 10, 2025 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Jul 10, 2025 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Jul 10, 2025 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Jul 10, 2025 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at floor in the bathroom located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 10, 2025 · Apt 3B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak the ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 10, 2025 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 10, 2025 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 10, 2025 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 8

  • 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

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - active
  • 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

    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
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Aug 7, 1989

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 22

  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain.noted:accumulation of construction debris & garbage(wood sections plywood, tires etc). throughout (approx 30cby) vacant lot(open to the public) creating a hazardous condition. remedy: remove

    May 24, 2007

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Jobsite fence defective noted: site fence is missing few sections at (kelly st) & westchester ave & is missing completely at side lot ribbons of premises to next properties at # 1006 kelly st and 971 at westche

    May 24, 2007

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Job site fence defective noted:site fence is missing completely at side lot ribbons of premises to next properties at # 1006 kelly st & # 971 at westchester ave,creating a hazardous condition for the public.

    Jan 30, 2007

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain.noted:accumulated of construction debris & garage (wood sections, plywood,tires etc) thru-out vacant lot approx 30cb ydsremedy:remove all debris from site.

    Jan 3, 2007

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain. noted: job site fence on ground (kelly st) side approx 13 section on ground & approx 7 sections on ground (westchester ave). remedy: repair/ replace fence.

    Aug 9, 2006

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain. noted: vacant lot w/ a lot of debris & garbage (wood, masonry, tires plywood etc) thur-out site approx 30 cb yds. remedy:remove all debris from site.

    Aug 9, 2006

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Jobsite fence defective: noted: westchester ave side have few (3 to 4)sections broken from 8' high wood fence & hole at sidewalk approx 2' wide x 4' high, kelly st side also has a hole 2' wide x 4' high.

    Aug 9, 2006

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Job site fence defective. noted: westchester ave side have 3 sections broken from 8ft high wood fence & hole at sidewalk approx. 2 ft wide x 4 ft high. kelly st side also has a hole approx. 2 ft wide x 4 ft hig

    Apr 7, 2006

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain. noted: site w/various debri (decorative liagstone, wood, masonry,, tires, garage, etc) throughout site. approx. 30 cubic yds. remedy: remove all debri from site.

    Apr 7, 2006

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain. defects noted: job site fence on ground on kelly st. side approx. 13 sections plot on ground, includes hinged gate. westchester ave near kelly st approx. 7 sections have fallen to grade & d

    Apr 7, 2006

    Resolve
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  • Non-hazardous

    Job site fence defective: has hole approx 2 x 4 ft at various location. also fence in 2 places at westchester ave have sections broken from 8ft high fence. remedy: repair and/or replace fence.

    Nov 28, 2005

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain: defect noted: various debris at site approx 30 yards of debris. remedy: remove debris from site.

    Nov 28, 2005

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to obtain a permit for temporary sonstruction fence. remedy: obtain a permit.

    Nov 28, 2005

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Job site fence defective:fence has hole approx 2 x 4 ft at various locations.also fence in 2 places at westchester avenue have sections broken from 8 ft high fence.remedy:repair and/or replace fence.

    Jul 7, 2005

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain:defect noted:various debris at site.approx 30 yards of debris.remedy:remove debris from site.

    Jul 7, 2005

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Job site fence defective. note: a section of the construction fence approx 14' wide and fronting kelly street was observed lying on the ground. also said fence in two places on westchester ave is less than 8' h

    Mar 23, 2005

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Job site fence defective section of plywood fence on kelly street approx 4'x 8' and at perimeter of site on westchester ave approx 8'x 12' collapsed / missing job site fill with debris from demolition operation

    Nov 28, 2004

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Plumbing work without a permit. work was done on apartment 3c. run approx 3' of gas line from meter to the stove. the gas meter is in the apartment, seal was broken. remedy: obtain a permit and call for inspect

    Dec 19, 2002 · Penalty $1,000

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Plumbing work without a permit. work was done on apartment 3c on a gas line from gas meter that is in the aparemtn. seal was removed on gas meter. (3/4 line 3ft on piping) remedy: obtain a permit if feasible or

    Oct 4, 2002 · Penalty $800

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall defect is at the west side of bldg bricks are spalling and defetive and missing mortar joints at various location. at courtyard area. remedy: make all necessary repair

    Aug 5, 2002 · Penalty $180

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit .work noted .constructed masonry wall approx6'x11'x8'high with door at cellar front east.remedy:obtain a permit.

    May 18, 1992 · Penalty $140

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. remedy: obtain a permit.

    Aug 7, 1989 · Penalty $250

    Active

Complaints

  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Oct 12, 2026 · Apt 5D

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 12, 2026 · Apt 5D

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 12, 2026 · Apt 5D

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 12, 2026 · Apt 5D

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Open
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roof door/hatch

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 21, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 21, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jan 16, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 16, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jan 16, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jan 16, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jan 16, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 3, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jul 5, 2025 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 5, 2025 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 5, 2025 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 5, 2025 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 6, 2024 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jan 12, 2024 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jan 12, 2024 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jan 12, 2024 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jan 12, 2024 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jan 12, 2024 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jan 12, 2024 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jan 12, 2024 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jan 9, 2024 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Jan 9, 2024 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jan 9, 2024 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Jan 9, 2024 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jan 9, 2024 · 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
1924
Floors
5
Residential units
19
Building area
14,000 ft²
Lot area
3,990 ft²
Zoning
R7-1
Community board
202
Council district
17
Block / lot
2715 / 35
Assessed value
$562,950
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #209426, last renewed Apr 13, 2026.

Questions about 971 Westchester Avenue

Who owns 971 Westchester Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Westbert Realty Corp.

Does 971 Westchester Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 361 housing violations at this property.

Is 971 Westchester Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 18 rent-stabilized units here in 2023 (about 95% of its 19 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 971 Westchester Avenue built?

City records list 1924 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 971 Westchester Avenue?

It has 19 residential units and 22 units in total.

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