131 East 21 Street
Brooklyn, NY 11226BBL 3-05082-0072Map
Owner of record: West Sterling 131 LLC
131 East 21 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1927 in Brooklyn, 11226. It has 75 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is West Sterling 131 LLC. HPD has recorded 1,486 housing violations here, most recently on September 20, 2026. 31 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 76 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 1,486
- DOB violations
- 63
- ECB violations
- 47
- HPD complaints
- 2,490
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
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 1,486
- CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''west''
Sep 20, 2026 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''west''
Sep 20, 2026 · Apt 2D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''west''
Sep 20, 2026 · Apt 2D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''west''
Sep 20, 2026 · Apt 2D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing escutheon plate at top and bottom of heat riser pipe in the bathroom located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''west''
Sep 20, 2026 · Apt 2D
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sqft observed at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''west''
Sep 20, 2026 · Apt 2D
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling throughout in the entire apartment located at apt 6i, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 30, 2026 · Apt 6I
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 6i, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 30, 2026 · Apt 6I
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10sq ft observed at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 6i, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 30, 2026 · Apt 6I
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 6i, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 30, 2026 · Apt 6I
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
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- CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at entrance door at public hall, 1st story
Aug 28, 2026
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches at public hall, 6th story
Aug 28, 2026
Open — Defect letter issued - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of pests. evidence of flies at public hall, 6th story
Aug 28, 2026
Open — Nov certified on time - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches at compactor closet, 6th story
Aug 28, 2026
Open — Defect letter issued - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''west''
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt 4F
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''west''
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt 4F
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''west''
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt 4F
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''west''
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt 4F
Open — Civ14 mailed - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''west''
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt 4F
Open — Civ14 mailed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electric outlet at south wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''west''
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt 4F
Open — Civ14 mailed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls, ceiling and trim in the entire apartment located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''west''
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt 4F
Open — Civ14 mailed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at 3rd and 4th floor at public hall
Jul 28, 2026
Open — Nov certified on time - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latching mechaniasm at entrance door from courtyard to vestibule at public hall
Jul 28, 2026
Open — Nov certified on time - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch set and its assemblies at building entrance door at public hall, 1st story
Jul 25, 2026
Open — False certification - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at building entrance door at public hall, 1st story
Jul 25, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at door to building entrance at public hall, 1st story
Jul 23, 2026
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4j, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section at east
Jun 21, 2026 · Apt 4J
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch at building entrance , 1st story
Jun 21, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4j, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section at east
Jun 21, 2026 · Apt 4J
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules that is defective in the entire apartment located at apt 4j, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section at east
Jun 21, 2026 · Apt 4J
Open — False certification - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations that is defective in the entire apartment located at apt 4j, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section at east
Jun 21, 2026 · Apt 4J
Open — False certification - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose metal sheeting at bottom of cornice at building front
Jun 3, 2026
Open — False certification - BHazardous
Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods at 4th from north at building front at fire escape
Jun 3, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
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 6i, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north , section at east
Jun 3, 2026 · Apt 6I
Open — False certification - 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 6i, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north , section at east
Jun 3, 2026 · Apt 6I
Open — False certification - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 6i, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north , section at east
Jun 3, 2026 · Apt 6I
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts 3j , vacate order # 260735 in the entire apartment located at apt, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 20, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinge at entrance at public hall, 1st story
May 17, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage in the entire apartment located at apt 3j, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 14, 2026 · Apt 3J
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at building entrance door at public hall, 1st story
May 11, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the at ceiling and walls at public hall, 3rd story, section ''east''
May 11, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling east and south wall at public hall, 3rd story, section at south
Apr 25, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color north and east wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt 4j, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section at south
Apr 25, 2026 · Apt 4J
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective sink cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 4j, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section at south
Apr 25, 2026 · Apt 4J
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures at washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 6a, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 6A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective window spring balance at lower sash, first window from north at east in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 6a, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 6A
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the foyer located at apt 6a, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 6A
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 6a, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 6A
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 4j, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section ''east''
Dec 5, 2025 · Apt 4J
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at cellar at boiler room
Dec 5, 2025
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 63
- Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2023)
Jun 23, 2024
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 in 2022
Apr 22, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 23, 2021
Dob violation - resolved - Failure to post energy grade/score none
Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3
Apr 29, 2021
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 23, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 26, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 7, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 7, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 18, 2018
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 18, 2018
Dob violation - resolved
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- Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 15, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 15, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 26, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 26, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 7, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 7, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 19, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 19, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 25, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 25, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 28, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 9, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 9, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 13, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 13, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 3, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 5, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 5, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 19, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 4, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 4, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 17, 2004
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 17, 2004
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 29, 2003
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 29, 2003
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
3p1291
Aug 28, 2002
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
3p1290
Aug 28, 2002
Dob violation - resolved - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 26, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
3p1291
Sep 7, 2001
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
3p1290
Sep 7, 2001
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
3p1290
Oct 27, 2000
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
3p1291
Oct 27, 2000
Dob violation - resolved - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 7, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
3p1290
Oct 25, 1999
Dob violation - resolved
ECB violations · 47
- Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#39047735m issued on 9/17/2021 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.failure to provide unob
Nov 18, 2021
Resolve - Class - 1
At time of inspection observed fire escape access window in apt # 4k partially obstructed with a a/c unit and screwed plywood. occupant denied to removed the a/c unit from the window., remove obstruction
Sep 17, 2021 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Cease use items: 1) inoperative rope gripper 2) extremely woen rope gripper pads; weight test required if new gripper is installed. 3) misaligned brake monitor; left contact not breaking 4) door lock monitor re
Oct 2, 2019 · Penalty $312
Resolve - Class - 1
05m7,100m7. 05m07-cease use item. missing door zone restrictor. this is a safety device to ensure elevator passengers safety. provide restrictor and contact nycdob at eir at buildings.nyc.gov and 212-393-2435
Aug 25, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
5a10 cease use item. door zone restrictor has been tampered with disabled and rendered inoperative. this is a safety device to ensure elevator passengers safety. repair restrictor and contact nycdob at
Feb 28, 2018 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Class - 2
5e1,5j1,16j10,56y2,56y13,67l10. 5e1-car door rubbing adjust; 5j1-car door misaligned adjust; 16j10-hoistway door misaligned repair; 56y2- hoist machine oil leak clean; 56y13-hoist machine oil leak seal;67l10
May 23, 2017 · Penalty $530
Resolve - Class - 2
11l10,2l10,10h11,56y2,56y13,16j10,67l10. 11l10-car button defective repair; 2l10-alarm defective repair; 10h11-car door gibs worn replace 56y2-hoist machine oil leak clean; 56y13-hoist machine oil leak seal
May 23, 2017 · Penalty $530
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #35086443r issued on 2/8/14. work w/o a permit. at cellar,installed full height partitions & electric. remedy: comply w/the comm's
Sep 4, 2014
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply with the comm order contained in nov# 35086443r issued on 02/08/14.work w/o permit in cellar.erecting partitions.rem:comply with the comm order.
Jun 20, 2014
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/o a permit. work noted at cellar level. created full height partition walls for 2 rooms (1 bedrm,1 living rm/dining area). installed doors,door frames,lighting,electrical work for electric microwave,hot
Feb 8, 2014
Resolve
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- Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c of o or bldg dept records.c of o #47061 indicates 1 family at cellar level. hpd #248890,regiatration #300557 i - cards indicate there to be 1 apt at cellar. now an
Feb 8, 2014
Resolve - Class - 1
Supervision or use of rigging equipment w/o a rigger's license. note: c-hook suspended scaffold installed at exposure #1 with no notification to d.o.b. remedy: comply with code.
Jun 9, 2010 · Penalty $24,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Inadequate safety measures operation of hoisting equipment in unsafe manner. note: c-hook rope scaffold slung from main roof using 1 single anchorage point,with polly propylene,rope & 2 men on scaffold with no
Jun 9, 2010 · Penalty $24,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/o a permit note at cellar lvl full partition walls erected from fl to ceiling creating 4 illegal class a apt plumbing lines installedfor 3pc bath in the apt at the north side of bldg metal bars on window
Aug 18, 2009 · Penalty $8,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the bldg dept records note bldg dept records indicate 75 class a units in bldg now exists 79 class a units rem: discontinue illegal use
Aug 18, 2009 · Penalty $12,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Residence alter for occup as dwelling for more than legally approved# of families note per bldg dept records premises legal occupancy is 75 clss a units now exists 79 class a units rem: restore to prior legal c
Aug 18, 2009 · Penalty $6,000
Resolve - Class - 2
03110.21d06.100m07.03i10.09a01.16b01.16t07.05m07.77q03.70o02.34m07.60q03.16i11.16d06.39m07.09 car fl damaged 21 properly secure all inter-locks 10car fan missing 03 cab wall damaged 06 adjust leveling 16 adjust
Mar 3, 2009 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply with comm's order to correct vio 334640169m for work w/o permit @ cellar installed plumbing & partitions for illegal class a apt in cellar. no record of correction. rem: comply w. comm's orde
Nov 29, 2008
Resolve - Class - 2
08v01.60b10.56y13.56o02.42g11.52m07.70o02.59m07.16b01.16i10.09i10.03i10.39o02.39d06.03i10.39o02.03i10.34o02.77x10.42g11 jumped fuse 52m07 anti spin device c.w 59m07 cover on handy box on brake coil 16i10 bsmt
Nov 18, 2008 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
27-987 26 m 10 08 v 01 03 i 11 38 q 03 43 h 10 51 h 11 55 t 02 66 0 0210 h 11 16 j 01 20 i 11 cease use 26m/10 car top governor release car over missing 03i/11 car vision glass damaged to remove cease use afte
May 30, 2008 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Non-hazardous
27-987 08 v 01 21 d 06 31 h 10 66 0 02 52 h 14 72 h 10 32 d 06 33 q 03 60 d 06 10 m 07 32d/06 ctwt guard unsecured 33q/03 hoistway corners missing 10m/07 car door missing one gib
May 30, 2008
Resolve - Hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by building department records: 1 family occupied in utility accessory cellar of multi dwelling apt living room, bedroom, 3pc bathroom w/o windows. remedy: discontinue illegal
May 5, 2008
Resolve - Hazardous
Work w/o a permit. work noted: built partitions in cellar created apartment with living room bedroom & 3pc bathroom w/o windows. remedy: obtain permit if feasible or restore to prior legal condition accessory
May 5, 2008
Resolve - Hazardous
Exit passageway or corridor:total obstruction. metal gates enclosing fire escapes at ground level are total obstructed with openings padlocked and or welded shut rendering a hazardous condition. inspector obser
Sep 6, 2005 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
73x75u,2x,62m. toe guard.
Jan 14, 2000 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
75u,73m,2x,62m. provide city id number. toe guard.
Jan 14, 2000 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain building . defect is: a section of sheetrock in the bathroom of apt 2k on the ceiling has fell approx. 2- foot the upper due to water leaking from the upper floors. remedy: repair and/or res
Jan 6, 2000 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain building interior. defects are: large vertical andhorizontal cracks on wall between bathroom and living room. wall is cracked on both living room & bathroom sides. also large hole in bath-
Jul 26, 1999 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Hazardous
01i,02i,05i,08v,15i,18l,20i,24l,28i,31m,33h,35o,46h,47h,50y,58o,59o, 73o,75t, 01-cease use for stop sw & alarm not working and interlock needs replacement for basement door door can open when elev. moving
Aug 29, 1998 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Hazardous
01i,02i,05i,08v,15i,18l,20i,24l,28i,31m,33h,35o,46h,47h,50y,58o,59o, 73o,75t, 01-cease use for stop sw and basement door can open when elevmoving & alarm not working and 1st fl door lock damaged.
Aug 29, 1998 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
73x 73 resote to full service.
Aug 27, 1997
Resolve - Non-hazardous
73x 73-restor to full service.
Aug 27, 1997
Resolve - Non-hazardous
05l,08v,15l,17i,47k,57o,.
Oct 27, 1995 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
73x, 73-restore elevator service for complete inspection.
Oct 27, 1995 · Penalty $100
Resolve - Non-hazardous
02l,05l,08v,15l,37u,50u,54u,51o. 17-provide approved - type vision panel guards.
Jan 5, 1995
Resolve - Non-hazardous
35m. 35-repaace missing window panes in machine room.
Jan 5, 1995
Resolve - Non-hazardous
08v,09h,05l,17i,21x,36d,37g,37l,53x,55x,57o,73o,74m,75,74a,(74)nyc designated elevator no (amend rule 208.10)and capacity plate in cab.(74)perform full load test in preseuce at an inspector of this dept
Jun 1, 1994 · Penalty $200
Resolve - Non-hazardous
05l,08v,09h,15l,17i,21x,36d,37g,37l,53x,55x,57o.73o,74am,74bm,785m,74c,(74)nyc designated elev.no(amen'd.208.10)and capacity plate,(74b)toke guard.(74c)perform full load test in presence kof an inspector at thi
Jun 1, 1994 · Penalty $200
Resolve - Non-hazardous
2b,14l,22d,73o.
Dec 10, 1993
Resolve - Non-hazardous
12b,11q,74l,15j,17i,73o.
Dec 10, 1993
Resolve - Non-hazardous
02l,14i,22d,57o.
Jan 15, 1993 · Penalty $200
Resolve - Non-hazardous
02l,14i,15h,17i,18q,21l,37g,57o.
Jan 15, 1993 · Penalty $200
Resolve - Non-hazardous
73x,11q,14m,02l,37g,(73)restore elevator service for complete inspection.
May 11, 1992 · Penalty $150
Resolve - Non-hazardous
02b,13m,14m,15l,17i,18l,21x,37g,53m,74#,(74)replace worn car door staddle.
May 11, 1992
Resolve - Non-hazardous
18o,18. fasten 1st floor door lock securely.
Apr 15, 1992 · Penalty $75
Resolve - Non-hazardous
37#,73x,(37)installed new controller without a permit. (73)restore elevator service for complete inspection
Jul 2, 1991 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
73x,(73)restore elevator service for complete inspection
Jul 2, 1991 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Sep 30, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Open - Electric
No lighting
Sep 21, 2026 · Apt 4G
Open - Safety
Window guard broken/missing
Sep 21, 2026 · Apt 4G
Open - Safety
Fire escape
Sep 21, 2026 · Apt 4G
Open - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Sep 19, 2026 · Apt 4J
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Sep 17, 2026 · Apt 2D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 17, 2026 · Apt 2D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 1D
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Aug 26, 2026 · Apt 6D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 26, 2026 · Apt 6D
Close
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- Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 24, 2026 · Apt 6I
Close - Electric
No lighting
Aug 24, 2026 · Apt 6B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 24, 2026 · Apt 6B
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Aug 24, 2026 · Apt 6B
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Aug 24, 2026 · Apt 6B
Close - General
Mailbox
Aug 24, 2026 · Apt 6B
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Aug 24, 2026 · Apt 6B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 24, 2026 · Apt 6I
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 24, 2026 · Apt 6I
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Aug 24, 2026 · Apt 6I
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 13, 2026 · Apt 6I
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 13, 2026 · Apt 6I
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 13, 2026 · Apt 6I
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Aug 13, 2026 · Apt 6I
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 10, 2026 · Apt 6I
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 10, 2026 · Apt 6I
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 10, 2026 · Apt 6I
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 10, 2026 · Apt 6I
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Aug 10, 2026 · Apt 6I
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Aug 3, 2026 · Apt 4J
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 29, 2026 · Apt 6A
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Jul 23, 2026 · Apt 4F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 23, 2026 · Apt 4F
Close - Door/window
Door
Jul 23, 2026 · Apt 4F
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jul 23, 2026 · Apt 4F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 23, 2026 · Apt 4F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 21, 2026 · Apt 6I
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 21, 2026 · Apt 6I
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 21, 2026 · Apt 6I
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 21, 2026 · Apt 6I
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 21, 2026 · Apt 6I
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Jun 16, 2026 · Apt 4J
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Jun 5, 2026 · Apt 4J
Close - General
Cabinet
Jun 5, 2026 · Apt 4J
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Jun 5, 2026 · Apt 4J
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 28, 2026 · Apt APT6I
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 28, 2026 · Apt APT6I
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
May 28, 2026 · Apt APT6I
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 28, 2026 · Apt APT6I
Close - Door/window
Window frame
May 20, 2026 · Apt 4J
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D1)
- Year built
- 1927
- Floors
- 6
- Residential units
- 75
- Building area
- 75,043 ft²
- Lot area
- 19,600 ft²
- Zoning
- R7A
- Community board
- 314
- Council district
- 40
- Block / lot
- 5082 / 72
- Assessed value
- $2,269,350
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #300557, last renewed Aug 23, 2025.
Questions about 131 East 21 Street
Who owns 131 East 21 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is West Sterling 131 LLC.
Does 131 East 21 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 1,486 housing violations at this property.
Is 131 East 21 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 76 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 75 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 131 East 21 Street built?
City records list 1927 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 131 East 21 Street?
It has 75 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.