2255 University Avenue
Bronx, NY 10468BBL 2-03218-0078Map
Owner of record: 2257 Unvisity Realty,
2255 University Avenue is an elevator apartment building built in 1929 in Bronx, 10468. It has 37 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is 2257 Unvisity Realty,. HPD has recorded 69 housing violations here, most recently on April 19, 2026. 5 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 37 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 69
- DOB violations
- 23
- ECB violations
- 15
- HPD complaints
- 652
What to know
No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
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.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 69
- BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 4d, 4th story, 3rd apartment from north at east
Apr 19, 2026 · Apt 4D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at south wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 4d, 4th story, 3rd apartment from north at east
Apr 19, 2026 · Apt 4D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at south wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 4d, 4th story, 3rd apartment from north at east
Apr 19, 2026 · Apt 4D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of large canopy erected building rear east yard
Apr 15, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink, in the kitchen located at apt 1d, 1st story, 3rd apartment from north at east
Jul 24, 2023 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective rubber gasket at refrigerator door, in the kitchen located at apt 1d, 1st story, 3rd apartment from north at east
Jul 24, 2023 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective .. at public hall, 4th story
Jul 24, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling, at public hall, 2nd story, section at south
Jul 24, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective glass lite at building entrance
Jul 24, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from north at east
Jan 5, 2023 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from north at east
Jan 5, 2023 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 15 sq ft at south wall, approx 5 sq ft at west wall and approx 2 sq ft at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 6f, 6th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at south
Dec 29, 2022 · Apt 6F
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the south, west and east walls in the bathroom located at apt 6f, 6th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at south
Dec 29, 2022 · Apt 6F
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 15 sq ft at south wall, approx 5 sq ft at west wall and approx 2 sq ft at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 6f, 6th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at south original violation 15644825 issued 29-dec-22 has been upgraded to class c per administrative code §27-2017.3a(5)(a) or (b).
Dec 29, 2022 · Apt 6F
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Code: arrange and make self-closing the doors in the entire apartment located at apt 6e, 6th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Feb 6, 2021 · Apt 6E
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all ceilings and walls in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 10, 2020 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 10, 2020 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 5 sq ft at window frame and east wall in the bathroom located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 10, 2020 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 10, 2020 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood flooring at south areas in the 2nd room from east located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 10, 2020 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood shelf bottom base cabinet at sink in the kitchen located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section at west
Mar 10, 2020 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from at least 1 window or provide approved type gate .. located at apt 1d, 1st story, 3rd apartment from north at east
Apr 2, 2019 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water exceeding 130 degrees in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at south
Mar 13, 2017 · Apt 2F
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 6c, 6th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Feb 4, 2016 · Apt 6C
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of bedbugs located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Jan 14, 2016 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 2nd private hallway , the kitchen , the 2nd room from east at south, the bathroom , the 1st private hallway , the 2nd room from east at north, the 1st room from east at north located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at north
Dec 10, 2015 · Apt 5A
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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 = 3; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at north
Dec 2, 2015 · Apt 5A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from north at east
May 6, 2015 · Apt 2D
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from north at east
May 6, 2015 · Apt 2D
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system boiler room door locked at basement
Mar 10, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 10, 2015 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide dwelling with a janitor or responsible person or janitorial service. at public hall, 1st story
Mar 10, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story
Mar 10, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling. at public hall, 1st story
Mar 10, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box .. at public hall, 1st story
Mar 10, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system .. at public hall, 1st story
Mar 10, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective counter balances at lower window sash in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 9, 2014 · Apt 1B
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Refit closet wood door in the foyer located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 9, 2014 · Apt 1B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective lockset entrance door in the bathroom located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 9, 2014 · Apt 1B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective counter balances at lower window sash in the kitchen located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 9, 2014 · Apt 1B
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed on south wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 9, 2014 · Apt 1B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective lockset on closet door in the foyer located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 9, 2014 · Apt 1B
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 2e, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 23, 2013 · Apt 2E
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water in the entire apartment located at apt 2e, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 23, 2013 · Apt 2E
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system boiler room door locked at basement
Jan 23, 2013
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 23, 2013 · Apt 4F
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water in the entire apartment located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 23, 2013 · Apt 4F
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening key operated lock installed at door leading to fire escape room window in the entire apartment located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Feb 4, 2010 · Apt 4E
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of rodents rats in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, apartment at south
Nov 16, 2009 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate , located at apt 6f, 6th story, apartment at west
Jan 12, 2006 · Apt 6F
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 23
- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 18, 2024
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 12, 2021
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 11, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 11, 2018
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 18, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 3, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 19, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 30, 2015
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 30, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 28, 2014
Dob violation - resolved
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- Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 6, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 29, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 18, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 30, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 5, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 1, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 13, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 19, 2003
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
2p1260
Dec 17, 2002
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
2p1260
Mar 4, 2002
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
2p1260
Apr 4, 2001
Dob violation - resolved - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 27, 2001
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
(51) file a bn for illegally installed interlocks to be tested inspected & approved by an inspector from this dept.(52) renew car floor covering
Aug 29, 1988
Dob violation - resolved
ECB violations · 15
- Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway.noted:at exp 1 e.elev objects such as flower pots and plant pots are on the fire escapes at 3rd floor level.this condition existed on ecb violation#35689862y date
Jul 31, 2025
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg exterior facade and appurtenances. note: at time of inspection, i observed exp #2 south (1)cracked brick at parapetlevel (2)cracked/spalling window sills.-exp #3 west-cracked brick at w
Feb 10, 2025 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. note: at time of inspection, i observed objects on fire escapes at both exp #1 east, #3 west multi loc. impeding emergency exit passageways. remedy: remove all o
Feb 10, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building facade and appurtenances. observed step cracks in multiple locations and deteriorated window plumes on exposure1 east elevation. remedy: maintain building facade. take approved safe
Jul 11, 2024 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 2
Found rockmills mp-70 boiler with exposed wiring, dog bolts missing on boiler doors, rear chamber door needs to be resealed (leaking fumes), oil pump set running constant to run only when burner runs, body drai
May 16, 2024
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/commissioner's order contained in summons/v35378322p issued3/31/21 &to file c/c pursuant to28-201.1&1rcny102-01.alt/changed bldg comply w/commissioner's order &/or file c/c.
Sep 24, 2021
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to provide elevator landing sign that shall read: "in case of fire use stairs, unless otherwise instructed" at the elevator bank on floor 2-6. failure to provide 3 inch minimum high alphabetical letter
Feb 12, 2008
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain.excessive const. debris in rear yard:a)concrete slabs -b)plaster and wood lath.c)cut pieces of sheetrock.d)bricks.location:rear yard alley way.remedy:remove debris immediately.
Aug 2, 2004 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall defects noted:front facade,steel lintels throughout are rotting and sagging,causing bricks to bulge and become loose.remedy:maintain exterior bldg walls.provide sidewalk
Sep 19, 2003 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain.exterior defects are;stell lentils above windows are rotting & splitting sagging causing bricks to become loose note same various cracks in bricks 6 fl.location;all windows at front facade
May 22, 2003 · Penalty $800
Resolve
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- Non-hazardous
11q, 14l, 28h, 57y, (11) carlights unguarded, (140 certificate frame damged (missing glass) (28) guide shoes worned(57 pit dirty /oil spill
Nov 30, 1999
Resolve - Non-hazardous
50y,50o,51f,73o,52h,57y,57o,32m,9h,14m,75b,30o,11q,35i,33p. duct covermissing in shaftway, glass missing from frame, patch hole in motor rm wall by the door, clean car top, clean pit oil .
Oct 21, 1998 · Penalty $350
Resolve - Hazardous
15i,15m,73x,74m,15 repair & replace 3rd floor hoistway door 74 replace missing handrail in elevator 73 restore elevator to service.
Jun 11, 1991 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
08v,17b,46k,57o, 17-provide approved type vision panel guard (car door).
Jun 6, 1991 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
14m,15j,73o,57z,37g,3m,46k,35t,33w,33m,33i,40t,40h. 15 checks- 3 capacity plate- 35 post name of elerco 33 light 33 wall-40 five year.
Feb 7, 1991 · Penalty $150
Resolve
Complaints
- Plumbing
Water supply
May 27, 2026 · Apt 4B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 7, 2026 · Apt 4D
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 9, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 30, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Jan 30, 2026 · Apt 4C
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jun 24, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jun 23, 2025 · Apt 6C
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 21, 2025 · Apt 4B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 21, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 20, 2025 · Apt 1A
Close
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- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 1, 2024 · Apt 3C
Close - Door/window
Door
Nov 5, 2022 · Apt 1B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 27, 2021 · Apt 4B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 2, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 10, 2021 · Apt ENTIRE
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 1, 2021 · Apt 6E
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 25, 2021 · Apt 3E
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 8, 2021 · Apt 5F
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 24, 2020 · Apt 1D
Close - General
Cabinet
Mar 9, 2020 · Apt 2D
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 9, 2020 · Apt 2D
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 9, 2020 · Apt 2D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 9, 2020 · Apt 2D
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 9, 2020 · Apt 2D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 9, 2020 · Apt 2D
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Mar 9, 2020 · Apt 2D
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 9, 2020 · Apt 2D
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 8, 2019 · Apt 1C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 4, 2019 · Apt 2F
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 2, 2019 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 1, 2019 · Apt 1E
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 19, 2019 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 19, 2019 · Apt 4E
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 5, 2019 · Apt 4A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 12, 2019 · Apt 4B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 12, 2019 · Apt 4B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 27, 2019 · Apt 6E
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 26, 2018 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 17, 2018 · Apt 3B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 16, 2018 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 14, 2018 · Apt 4A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 4, 2018 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 1, 2018 · Apt 5E
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 23, 2018 · Apt 1A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 21, 2018 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 19, 2018 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 17, 2018 · Apt 4E
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 14, 2018 · Apt 4E
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 13, 2018 · Apt 4E
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 29, 2018 · Apt 2D
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D1)
- Year built
- 1929
- Floors
- 6
- Residential units
- 37
- Building area
- 43,176 ft²
- Lot area
- 10,078 ft²
- Zoning
- R7-1
- Community board
- 207
- Council district
- 14
- Block / lot
- 3218 / 78
- Assessed value
- $631,350
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #200932, last renewed Sep 29, 2025.
Questions about 2255 University Avenue
Who owns 2255 University Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 2257 Unvisity Realty,.
Does 2255 University Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 69 housing violations at this property.
Is 2255 University Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 37 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 37 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 2255 University Avenue built?
City records list 1929 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 2255 University Avenue?
It has 37 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.