21 Kingsland Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11211BBL 3-02884-0025Map
Owner of record: Zev Zafir INC
21 Kingsland Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Brooklyn, 11211. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Zev Zafir INC. HPD has recorded 14 housing violations here, most recently on June 10, 2025. 1 of the 14 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 3 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 14
- DOB violations
- 9
- ECB violations
- 10
- HPD complaints
- 50
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 · 14
- ANon-hazardous
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 10, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 25, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 9, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 30, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 18, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 10, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 9, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at ceiling and north wall in the bathroom located at apt 1l, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Feb 8, 2010 · Apt 1L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood cabinet under sink in the kitchen located at apt 1l, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Feb 8, 2010 · Apt 1L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Discontinue use of rooms for living, disconnect plumbing fixtures and properly seal pipe connections cellar front
Dec 2, 1999
Open — Not complied with
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- CImmediately hazardous
Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint 2 sty east apt 2r kitchen ceilings & walls hernandez 381 1378 er1 0903 113. , section '' ''
Apr 18, 1995 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint 2 sty east apt 2r rear room ceilings & walls 381 1378 er1 0903 113. , section '' ''
Apr 18, 1995 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint 2 sty east apt 2r 2 from front room ceilings & walls er1 0903 113. , section '' ''
Apr 18, 1995 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint 2 sty east apt 2r front room walls & ceilings er1 0903 113. , section '' ''
Apr 18, 1995 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 9
- Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 27, 2001
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 7, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed - 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
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jun 1, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 16, 1993
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jun 1, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed - Boiler boiler optional
4b/3c/49/24a/24b....hazardous
Oct 5, 1990
Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed
ECB violations · 10
- Hazardous
Failure to comply w/comm's order to correct vio#34487987z for work w/o permit.no cert of correction.remedy:comply w/comm's order & obtain permit.
Aug 15, 2007 · Penalty $3,000
Resolve - Hazardous
Bldg altered for occupancy as a dwelling for more than legally allowed # of families.cellar has been converted into a class a apartment w/ full kitchen,3 pc bathroom,gas stove.2 bedroom apt is occupied at time
Jun 13, 2007 · Penalty $3,050
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to comply w/ an order of the dept to correct vio # 34487487z for work w/o permit. remedy: comply w/ dept order & obtain permit,
Apr 20, 2007 · Penalty $1,500
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to comply with an order of the department to correct voi#34487487j for work w/o permit.remedy comply with department order & obtain permit.
Dec 15, 2006
Resolve - Hazardous
Notice no access viol written based upon no record of correction for vio# 34487487j for work w/o a permit dob dob records indicate that no permit pra, ara, have been obtained.remedy:comply with commissioner
Aug 30, 2006 · Penalty $1,500
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to comply with an order by the dob on 8/23/06 v #34487483p wasissued for work done in the cellar,installed full height partitions, water & waste lines for 3pc bathroom & a gas line. dob records indicate
Apr 26, 2006 · Penalty $1,500
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to comply with an order of the department to correct vio #34487487j on 8/23/05 for work w/o permit in the cellar, erected full height partitions, installed water waste lines for 3 pc bathroom and gas
Dec 31, 2005
Resolve - Hazardous
Work w/o a permit-hazardous. noted: full partition walls illegally erected in cellar a various locations creating three bedrooms,two living rooms, closets, kitchen with gas stove and a three piece bathroom. rem
Aug 23, 2005 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the building department records. note: department property profile overview records indicate "c2-walk up apartment" which means 5-6 family now at time of inspection full pa
Aug 23, 2005 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to provide at least 2 means of egress from room or space where required. note: full partition walls illegally erected in cellar creating an apartment with three bedrooms without widows, ventilation, spr
Aug 23, 2005 · Penalty $480
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 30, 2021 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 20, 2018 · Apt 2L
Close - Electric
Bell-buzzer/intercom
Aug 22, 2012 · Apt 1L
Close - Electric
Wiring
Aug 22, 2012 · Apt 1L
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Aug 22, 2012 · Apt 1L
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Aug 22, 2012 · Apt 1L
Close - General
Floor
Aug 22, 2012 · Apt 1L
Close - General
Floor
Aug 22, 2012 · Apt 1L
Close - General
Floor
Aug 22, 2012 · Apt 1L
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 22, 2012 · Apt 1L
Close
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- Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Feb 1, 2010 · Apt 2L
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Feb 1, 2010 · Apt 1L
Close - Electric
Lighting
Feb 1, 2010 · Apt 1L
Close - General
Doors
Feb 1, 2010 · Apt 2L
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Feb 1, 2010 · Apt 2L
Close - General
Cabinet
Feb 1, 2010 · Apt 2L
Close - Electric
Lighting
Feb 1, 2010 · Apt 2L
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Feb 1, 2010 · Apt 1L
Close - General
Doors
Feb 1, 2010 · Apt 1L
Close - General
Cabinet
Feb 1, 2010 · Apt 1L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 16, 2009 · Apt 3L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 18, 2009 · Apt 3L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 17, 2009 · Apt 1R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 17, 2009 · Apt 1R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 17, 2009 · Apt 3R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 17, 2009 · Apt 2R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 16, 2009 · Apt 2L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 9, 2008 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 1, 2008 · Apt 1L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 30, 2008 · Apt 2L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 29, 2008 · Apt 3R
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Apr 10, 2007 · Apt 3R
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Oct 28, 2005 · Apt 1L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 27, 2005 · Apt 2L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 27, 2005 · Apt 3RIGH
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 26, 2005 · Apt 1L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 25, 2005 · Apt 1L
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Dec 30, 2004 · Apt 2L
Close - General
Doors
Jun 15, 2004 · Apt 1-L
Close - Electric
Lighting
Jun 15, 2004 · Apt 1-L
Close - General
Floor
Jun 15, 2004 · Apt 1-L
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jun 15, 2004 · Apt 1-L
Close - Electric
Lighting
Sep 19, 2003 · Apt 3-L
Close - General
Floor
Sep 19, 2003 · Apt 3-L
Close - General
Floor
Sep 19, 2003 · Apt 3-L
Close - General
Windows
Sep 19, 2003 · Apt 3-L
Close - Electric
Wiring
Sep 19, 2003 · Apt 3-L
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Sep 19, 2003 · Apt 3-L
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Sep 19, 2003 · Apt 3-L
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Sep 19, 2003 · Apt 3-L
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C2)
- Year built
- 1920
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 6
- Building area
- 5,616 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,600 ft²
- Zoning
- R6B
- Community board
- 301
- Council district
- 34
- Block / lot
- 2884 / 25
- Assessed value
- $779,850
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #333541, last renewed Jul 23, 2025.
Questions about 21 Kingsland Avenue
Who owns 21 Kingsland Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Zev Zafir INC.
Does 21 Kingsland Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 14 housing violations at this property.
Is 21 Kingsland Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 3 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 50% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 21 Kingsland Avenue built?
City records list 1920 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 21 Kingsland Avenue?
It has 6 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.