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551 East 178 Street

Bronx, NY 10457BBL 2-03061-0036Map

Owner of record: Monterey Housing Dev. Fund Corporation

551 East 178 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1926 in Bronx, 10457. It has 45 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is Monterey Housing Dev. Fund Corporation. HPD has recorded 278 housing violations here, most recently on April 30, 2026. 29 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
278
DOB violations
26
ECB violations
8
HPD complaints
617

What to know

Concern
7 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

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 278

  • 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
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Nov 12, 2025 · Apt 1D

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing tact and weldied with proper nuts and bolts at guide rail and fire escape, at 1st fire escape at north at east extior wall, east extior front at fire escape

    Mar 20, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at vestibule door

    Feb 19, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at hopper door at trash chute at compactor closet, 2nd story

    Feb 12, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at hopper door at compactor closet

    Dec 17, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq. ft. at wall cabinet on east wall in the kitchen located at apt 1d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Oct 15, 2024 · Apt 1D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Oct 15, 2024 · Apt 1D

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Oct 15, 2024 · Apt 1D

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq. ft. at wall cabinet on east wall in the kitchen located at apt 1d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south original violation 17349480 issued 15-oct-24 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Oct 15, 2024 · Apt 1D

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
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  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the kitchen located at apt 1d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Oct 15, 2024 · Apt 1D

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Oct 15, 2024 · Apt 1D

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective rotted wall cabinet at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 1d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Oct 15, 2024 · Apt 1D

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor at sink base cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 1d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Oct 15, 2024 · Apt 1D

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Sep 27, 2024 · Apt 1D

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Sep 27, 2024 · Apt 1D

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • C

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

    Sep 27, 2024 · Apt 1D

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 5th room from north located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Sep 27, 2024 · Apt 1D

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective rotten wood wall cabinet at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Sep 27, 2024 · Apt 1D

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective rotten base cabinet at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Sep 27, 2024 · Apt 1D

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at building entrance door is defective

    Aug 14, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective defective hinges at hooper chute door at south at public hall, 3rd story

    Aug 14, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective (hinges) at hopper chute door at compactor closet, 3rd story

    Jul 15, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing consisting of kick down door stop installed at laundry room door at public hall, 2nd story

    Jul 15, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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. at public hall, 2nd story

    Jul 15, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 2nd story

    Jul 15, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of flower pots at 5th story balcony at 2nd fire escape from west at south exterior wall at fire escape

    Jul 15, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the west yard

    Jul 15, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a sign indicating hours of collection and method of collection of waste material where dumbwaiter service is not provided. at public hall, 2nd story

    Jul 15, 2024

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floors in the 2nd room from north located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section ''west''

    Jan 18, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section ''west''

    Jan 18, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

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

    Jan 18, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective counter balance at lower windows sash. in the 4th room from north located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section ''west''

    Jan 18, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor in the 2nd room from north located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section ''west''

    Jan 18, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 2sq ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west original violation 16580323 issued 10-jan-24 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Jan 10, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 2sq ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 10, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Refit 1st & 2nd window from east at north wall (not closing properly) in the 1st room from north located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 10, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor (near radiator) at east wall (gaps/holes) in the 4th room from north located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 10, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

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

    Jan 10, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling approx 4sq ft in the bathroom located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 10, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

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

    Jan 10, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • C

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

    Jan 7, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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.

    Nov 30, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective heavy duty mortise lock and its assembly at building entrance door [ from vestibule to public hallway ]

    Nov 30, 2023

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at hopper door. 2nd story public hallway

    Nov 30, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at hopper door. 6th story public hallway

    Nov 30, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at building entrance door [ from vestibule to public hallway ]

    Nov 30, 2023

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section at east

    Nov 25, 2023 · Apt 2A

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section at east

    Nov 25, 2023 · Apt 2A

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hopper chute door at public hall, 2nd story

    Nov 25, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 26

  • Failure to post energy grade/score none

    Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3

    Dec 1, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to submit eer none

    Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2022)

    Apr 22, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Failure to submit eer none

    Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 in 2021

    Aug 21, 2022

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Failure to post energy grade/score none

    Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3

    Dec 1, 2021

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to post energy grade/score none

    Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3

    Apr 29, 2021

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst

    Jan 3, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst

    Nov 14, 2016

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 9, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test

    Mar 31, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Jun 3, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 17, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 14, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 7, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 29, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 25, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 31, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 30, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 11, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 4, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 31, 2005

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 24, 2003

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Apr 17, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    May 31, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 15, 1991

    Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed

ECB violations · 8

  • Class - 1

    07i10,59u15,68b07,61b07,12l10,52b14,39o02,64m07,98m07,52u15,39e10. 07-repair damaged zone restrictor; 59-brake service tag; 61-company information missing; 12-both of car light defective; 52b-hoist ropes need

    Feb 23, 2016 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work w.o permit (plumbing) replacement of all sprinkler head on all flhallways and basement. remedy: obtain a permit legalize all work performed.

    Dec 28, 2009

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Performing unlicensed plumbing work without a master plumber license in conjunction w.nov 34754962n. remedy: obtain a license. comply w/code.

    Dec 28, 2009

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    07x10.34q03.38x10.64x10.64x10.71x10.71q03.84x10.85bb05. 07x10 repair electric eye 34q03 install cover for electrical boxes under car 38x10 repair light top of car 38q03 guard light top of car 71x10 repair ligh

    Apr 28, 2008 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Plumbing/sprinkler work without a permit. on a second offence. foun no records of correctio with prior violation. remedy: obtain permit call for test and inspection.

    May 29, 2002 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Plumbing/sprikler work without a permit. found new 05y valves, detector ck with by- pass meter and associated pipeing installed on sprinkler system. w/o permit. remedy: obtain permit call for test and inspectio

    Apr 2, 2002 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to provide required siamese connection on sprinkler system(for fire dept. use) remedy : provide required siamese connection.

    Apr 2, 2002 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    01x,15l,22d,35i,54d,55x. #15l11= not self closing 1st fl. #35i11= window. 01x11=cease use call 212 312-8730 before restoreing to service.

    Sep 21, 1999 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve

Complaints

  • General

    Cabinet

    Oct 9, 2026 · Apt 4C

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 9, 2026 · Apt 4C

    Open
  • Door/window

    Door frame

    Oct 9, 2026 · Apt 4C

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 9, 2026 · Apt 4C

    Open
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 18, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 16, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Nov 5, 2025 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Nov 5, 2025 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Nov 5, 2025 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Nov 5, 2025 · Apt 1D

    Close
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  • General

    Cabinet

    Nov 5, 2025 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 5, 2025 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Jun 30, 2025 · Apt 5H

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Feb 16, 2025 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Feb 16, 2025 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 16, 2025 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 11, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 22, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 15, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 15, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 15, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 14, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 11, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Oct 11, 2024 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Oct 11, 2024 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 11, 2024 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 11, 2024 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Sep 24, 2024 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jul 23, 2024 · Apt 3G

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jul 23, 2024 · Apt 3G

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 21, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jan 21, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jan 21, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 17, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jan 17, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Jan 17, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jan 17, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 17, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jan 16, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jan 16, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Jan 16, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 16, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jan 16, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Jan 5, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jan 5, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 5, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 5, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 23, 2023 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 23, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Dec 6, 2023 · Apt 5G

    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 (D7)
Year built
1926
Floors
6
Residential units
45
Building area
60,000 ft²
Lot area
12,500 ft²
Zoning
R7-1
Community board
206
Council district
15
Block / lot
3061 / 36
Assessed value
$1,134,450
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #200443, last renewed Aug 29, 2025.

Questions about 551 East 178 Street

Who owns 551 East 178 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Monterey Housing Dev. Fund Corporation.

Does 551 East 178 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 278 housing violations at this property.

Is 551 East 178 Street rent stabilized?

No rent-stabilized units appear in its 2018–2024 tax bills. Individual apartments can still be regulated, so request the rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal if unsure.

When was 551 East 178 Street built?

City records list 1926 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 551 East 178 Street?

It has 45 residential units and 46 units in total.

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