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
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
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 · 89
- BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story
Oct 3, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination at public hall, 2nd story
Feb 19, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination at public hall, 3rd story
Feb 19, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination at public hall, 1st story
Feb 19, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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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- CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - 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 = 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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing hook and eye installed at building entrance door , 1st story
Aug 16, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch set at vestibule door , 1st story
Aug 16, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - 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 9, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening key operated double cylinder locks installed at security metal gates at north yard
Dec 21, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - 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 25, 2024
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, 2024
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.
Mar 22, 2023
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 4, 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.
Feb 24, 2022
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.
Feb 24, 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 8, 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.
Apr 8, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of refrigerator with door intact at public hall, 1st story
Jul 22, 2020
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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
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.