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221 West 251 Street

Bronx, NY 10471BBL 2-05825-1501Map

Owner of record: Quni Realty Corp

221 West 251 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1926 in Bronx, 10471. It has 13 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Quni Realty Corp. HPD has recorded 48 housing violations here, most recently on November 18, 2025. 32 of the 48 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 13 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
48
DOB violations
6
ECB violations
11
HPD complaints
152

What to know

Concern
7 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Nov 18, 2025

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
13
About 100% of the building's 13 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 · 48

  • 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 18, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 17, 2025 · Apt 4A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinge at door in the entrance located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 17, 2025 · Apt 4A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding 130 degrees at faucets in the entire apartment located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 17, 2025 · Apt 4A

    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 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 17, 2025 · Apt 4A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide dwelling with a janitor or responsible person or janitorial service.

    Mar 26, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper.

    Mar 26, 2025

    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.

    Nov 4, 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
  • 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
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  • 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
  • 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 12, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective lock set to 1st window at east ( egress window ) in the 3rd room from north at east located at bsmt-apt bb, bsmt-apt at south

    Jun 3, 2015 · Apt BB

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the kitchen located at bsmt-apt bb, bsmt-apt at south

    Jun 3, 2015 · Apt BB

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance door to bsmt-apt located at bsmt-apt bb, bsmt-apt at south

    Jun 3, 2015 · Apt BB

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt bb, 1st bsmt-apt from east at south

    May 14, 2015 · Apt BB

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from at least 1 window or provide approved type gate .. in the 1st room from east at south located at bsmt-apt bb, 1st bsmt-apt from east at south

    May 14, 2015 · Apt BB

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective electric outlet at south wall in the 2nd room from east at south located at bsmt-apt bb, 1st bsmt-apt from east at south

    May 14, 2015 · Apt BB

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper. at public hall, 1st story

    May 4, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide dwelling with a janitor or responsible person or janitorial service.

    May 4, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove the illegal fastening key operated lock installed at door leading to egress window in the 1st room from east at south located at bsmt-apt bb, 1st bsmt-apt from east at south

    Nov 6, 2014 · Apt BB

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) north wall in the kitchen located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 19, 2014 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the bathroom located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 19, 2014 · Apt 4C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door from north at east wall in the foyer located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 19, 2014 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from north at east wall in the 4th room from east located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 19, 2014 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from east at south wall, south wall in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 19, 2014 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 = 4; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 2; located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 19, 2014 · Apt 4C

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

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

    Feb 19, 2014 · Apt 4C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Feb 19, 2014 · Apt 4C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling in the foyer located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 19, 2014 · Apt 4C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the north wall, south wall in the foyer located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 19, 2014 · Apt 4C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Feb 19, 2014 · Apt 4C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the north wall in the 4th room from east located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 19, 2014 · Apt 4C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the west wall in the kitchen located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 19, 2014 · Apt 4C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 19, 2014 · Apt 4C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Feb 19, 2014 · Apt 4C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Sep 18, 2006 · Apt 4C

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

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color - ceiling in the 3rd room from east located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 18, 2006 · Apt 4C

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

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

    Sep 18, 2006 · Apt 4C

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

    Provide dwelling with a janitor or responsible person or janitorial service.

    Aug 23, 2005

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of concealed water leak at ceili ng in the bathroom located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 19, 2005 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Apr 19, 2005 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... and mildew at ceiling and north wall. in the bathroom located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 19, 2005 · Apt 2B

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

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 19, 2005 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 19, 2005 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in washbasin. in the bathroom located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 19, 2005 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the private hallway located at apt 4a, 4th story, apartment at south

    Dec 23, 2003 · Apt 4A

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 6

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 11, 2006

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 11

  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building code compliant. noted: there defects in the masonry brick facade at the parapet level along post road frontage with step cracking and some missing mortar joints., repair and/or repl

    Jul 3, 2024 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Class - 2

    I observed an unsaved/unsuitable installation of a flood light/camera powered by an extension cord passing through the window in the east side of the exterior of the building next to the fire escape in second f

    Feb 1, 2024 · Penalty $830

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/comm's order to file c of c w/dob's for violation #34832903y,34524615p,34540476y,34524631p,34540477x. remedy: file c of c w/dob's.

    Nov 5, 2014 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code complaint manner exit passage way required w/ decreased by obstruction stair way to roof there is paint buckets.ladders & other bldg material being stored on stair landings.rem:

    Oct 14, 2014

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Violation of parking regulations in a residential district. noted: fence erected at east side of bldg. creating parking for 4 cars and one motorcycle contrary to parking regulations. rem: discontinue illegal us

    Apr 22, 2010 · Penalty $150

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to provide approved plans at premises at time of inspection-job #20099300s basement renovation. remedy:stop all work-provide plans-call for a re-inspection w/ approved plans.

    Oct 31, 2006 · Penalty $130

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    No permit posted expired permit#20099300(s)exp3/7/06 basement renovation. remedy:post current permit.

    Oct 31, 2006 · Penalty $130

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work does not conform to approved plans non-conforming work noted: indicate brickwall, door wall & roof at immediate entrance to apt- plans show no designation to area. partition types 2 & 3 are typically not

    May 24, 2006 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to provide approved plans at time of insp application# 200993005.remedy:stop all work-provide plans-call 718-579-6906.before going back to work.request an insp. make safe

    May 16, 2006 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o permits: at time of inspection observed a gut renovation: removed walls & reframed w/ metal studs. location basement apt. stop all work. remedy: obtain all necessary permits. contact this office before

    Aug 15, 2005 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
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  • Hazardous

    Work without permit(s).at basement level demolition of interior including bathroom & kitchen.exposed plumbing gas line & electrical work.remedy:stop all work and obtain permit(s) if feasible.

    Jul 17, 2005 · Penalty $800

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Electric

    Power outage

    Aug 12, 2026 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 16, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jun 16, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 16, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jun 16, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 4, 2026 · Apt C4

    Open
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Mar 4, 2026 · Apt C4

    Open
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Mar 4, 2026 · Apt C4

    Open
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 16, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 16, 2025 · Apt 4B

    Close
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  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Sep 16, 2025 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 12, 2025 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Mar 12, 2025 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 26, 2024 · Apt ENTIRE

    Close
  • General

    Janitor/super

    Nov 26, 2024 · Apt ENTIRE

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 21, 2024 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 25, 2023 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 17, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 24, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 9, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Jun 2, 2015 · Apt BB

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jun 2, 2015 · Apt BB

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jun 2, 2015 · Apt BB

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 2, 2015 · Apt BB

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 2, 2015 · Apt BB

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 2, 2015 · Apt BB

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jun 2, 2015 · Apt BB

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jun 2, 2015 · Apt BB

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jun 2, 2015 · Apt BB

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jun 2, 2015 · Apt BB

    Close
  • General

    Janitor/super

    Jun 2, 2015 · Apt BB

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Jun 1, 2015 · Apt BB

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Jun 1, 2015 · Apt BSMNT

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Jun 1, 2015 · Apt BSMNT

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jun 1, 2015 · Apt BSMNT

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Jun 1, 2015 · Apt BSMNT

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jun 1, 2015 · Apt BSMNT

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Jun 1, 2015 · Apt BSMNT

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jun 1, 2015 · Apt BSMNT

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jun 1, 2015 · Apt BB

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jun 1, 2015 · Apt BB

    Close
  • General

    Janitor/super

    Jun 1, 2015 · Apt BSMNT

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Jun 1, 2015 · Apt BB

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jun 1, 2015 · Apt BB

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    May 7, 2015 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    May 7, 2015 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 7, 2015 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 7, 2015 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    May 7, 2015 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    May 3, 2015 · Apt BB

    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 (C1)
Year built
1926
Floors
4
Residential units
13
Building area
15,200 ft²
Lot area
2,918 ft²
Zoning
R4
Community board
208
Council district
11
Block / lot
5825 / 1501
Assessed value
$297,900
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #203273, last renewed Dec 3, 2025.

Questions about 221 West 251 Street

Who owns 221 West 251 Street?

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

Does 221 West 251 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 48 housing violations at this property.

Is 221 West 251 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 13 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 13 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 221 West 251 Street built?

City records list 1926 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 221 West 251 Street?

It has 13 residential units.

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