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170 East 51 Street

Brooklyn, NY 11203BBL 3-04620-0013Map

Owner of record: Bkja Estate LLC

170 East 51 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Brooklyn, 11203. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Bkja Estate LLC. HPD has recorded 89 housing violations here, most recently on October 3, 2026. 17 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 6 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2018.

HPD violations
89
DOB violations
8
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
57

What to know

Concern
4 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Oct 3, 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

Rent-stabilized units in 2018
6
About 100% 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 · 89

  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Oct 3, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant mateial at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Oct 3, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Oct 3, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination at public hall, 2nd story

    Feb 19, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination at public hall, 3rd story

    Feb 19, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10sq feet at ceiling and north wall in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 19, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 19, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

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

    Feb 19, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the mold at ceramic tiles joints at perimeter at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 19, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10sq feet at ceiling and north wall in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north original violation 18664201 issued 19-feb-26 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Feb 19, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
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  • C

    Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by performing activities necessary to abate tested lead-based paint from required window and/or door friction surfaces for apartment and make floors smooth and cleanable, positive lead-based paint in an apartment with a child under six located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 5, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard-paint that is xrf tested inconclusive for lead content at 0.5mg/cm2 and is presumed lead paint as set forth in (28 rcny §11-07(b)) and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface-using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 2nd window frame from north at east wall in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 5, 2025 · Apt 1C

    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 window frame from north at east wall in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 5, 2025 · Apt 1C

    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 south at west wall, 1st window frame from north at east wall, 2nd window frame from north at east wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 5, 2025 · Apt 1C

    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 in the entire apartment located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 5, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 window frame from west at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 5, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st window frame from east at south wall in the kitchen located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 5, 2025 · Apt 1C

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

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st door from south at west wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 5, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • 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 1c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 5, 2025 · Apt 1C

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

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door in the entrance located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 5, 2025 · Apt 1C

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

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 5, 2025 · Apt 1C

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

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at celling in the foyer located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 16, 2025 · Apt 1C

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

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door in the entrance located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 16, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Open — Violation will be reinspected
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective vestibule door is binding with door frame , 1st story

    Aug 16, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing hook and eye installed at building entrance door , 1st story

    Aug 16, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch set at vestibule door , 1st story

    Aug 16, 2025

    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.

    Jun 9, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electric wire at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 27, 2024 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at all electrical light and outlets in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 27, 2024 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding the maximum temperature of 130 degrees in the kitchen located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 27, 2024 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at all ceilings and walls in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 21, 2024 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from at least 1 window or provide approved type gate in the 3rd room from east located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 21, 2024 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening key operated double cylinder locks installed at security metal gates at north yard

    Dec 21, 2024

    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 25, 2024

    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, 2024

    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.

    Mar 22, 2023

    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 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 24, 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 24, 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 8, 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.

    Apr 8, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 1st story, apartment at west

    Jul 22, 2020 · Apt 2A

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of refrigerator with door intact at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 22, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of household items at 4th story balcony at fire escape at north yard

    Jul 22, 2020

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 1st story, apartment at west

    Jul 22, 2020 · Apt 2A

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of household items at 3rd story balcony at fire escape at north yard

    Jul 22, 2020

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at the ceiling (approx 8 sq ft) in the kitchen located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 17, 2019 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at the ceiling (approx 8 sq ft) in the kitchen located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west original violation 13508455 issued 17-dec-19 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Dec 17, 2019 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit the door in the entrance located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 17, 2019 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Dec 17, 2019 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 8

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report

    Mar 3, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jul 25, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 2

  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit-hazardous. note. full partition walls illegally erected in cellar at various locations creating 2 illegal apt. each apt. have a kitchen with gas stove, 3 pcs bathroom & 1 bedroom. remedy:

    Aug 27, 2004 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Residence alt for occupancy as a dwelling for more than the legaly approved number of families. note. dept. computer records indicate c2-walk-up apt. which is 5 to 6 families. now full partition walls illegally

    Aug 27, 2004 · Penalty $3,050

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Sep 26, 2026 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 28, 2026 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 2, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 19, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Oct 19, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Oct 19, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Oct 5, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 5, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Oct 5, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Sep 2, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Close
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  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Sep 2, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Sep 2, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Sep 2, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 2, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Sep 2, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Aug 21, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Aug 8, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Aug 8, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jul 16, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jul 16, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Dec 20, 2024 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Dec 19, 2024 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Dec 19, 2024 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 14, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 16, 2018 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 16, 2018 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 16, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 14, 2018 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 13, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Mar 26, 2018 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 26, 2018 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Mar 26, 2018 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 13, 2017 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 22, 2017 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 10, 2015 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 23, 2015 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 10, 2015 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 29, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 6, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 7, 2009 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 21, 2009 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Jan 21, 2009 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Jan 21, 2009 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Jan 21, 2009 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Jan 21, 2009 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 21, 2009 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 5, 2009 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 5, 2009 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Jan 5, 2009 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Jan 5, 2009 · Apt 2A

    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
1930
Floors
3
Residential units
6
Building area
5,796 ft²
Lot area
3,000 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
317
Council district
41
Block / lot
4620 / 13
Assessed value
$347,850
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #303143, last renewed Nov 12, 2025.

Questions about 170 East 51 Street

Who owns 170 East 51 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Bkja Estate LLC.

Does 170 East 51 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 89 housing violations at this property.

Is 170 East 51 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 6 rent-stabilized units here in 2018 (about 100% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 170 East 51 Street built?

City records list 1930 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 170 East 51 Street?

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.