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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

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Jun 10, 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
3
About 50% of the building's 6 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 · 14

  • 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.

    Jun 10, 2025

    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 25, 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.

    Apr 9, 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 30, 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 18, 2018

    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.

    Nov 10, 2016

    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 9, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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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  • C

    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
  • C

    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
  • C

    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
  • C

    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

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

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.