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221 Mcdonald Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11218BBL 3-05280-0008Map

Owner of record: 221 Mcdonald Ave LLC

221 Mcdonald Avenue is an elevator apartment building built in 1953 in Brooklyn, 11218. It has 160 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is 221 Mcdonald Ave LLC. HPD has recorded 32 housing violations here, most recently on May 7, 2026.

HPD violations
32
DOB violations
67
ECB violations
14
HPD complaints
43

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation May 7, 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

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 32

  • 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.

    May 7, 2026

    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.

    May 5, 2026

    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.

    Jun 12, 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.

    Jun 10, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at trash compactor closet at public hall, 1st story

    May 21, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch set at trash compactor closet door at public hall, 1st story

    May 21, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing kick down door stop at fire door leading south to exit at public hall

    May 21, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing kick down door stop at fire door leading to north exit at public hall

    May 21, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing kickstand stopper installed on fire door from east at south at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 22, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at fire door at public hall, 5th story

    Nov 13, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing hook and eye at fire door at public hall, 5th story

    Nov 13, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective repair hinges at fire door at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 13, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing hook and eye at fire door at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 13, 2023

    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 9, 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.

    Mar 1, 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.

    Mar 1, 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 12, 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 23, 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.

    Nov 10, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures gas range in the kitchen located at apt 2m, 2nd story, 5th apartment from south at west

    Apr 8, 2016 · Apt 2M

    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.

    Oct 19, 2015

    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 13, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Provide a mirror in self-service elevator arranged so as to enable a person entering, to view inside of elevator number glass mirror in south elevator

    Aug 21, 2014

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Remove the dirty and/or loose paper and repaper or paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5r, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 22, 2012 · Apt 5R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5r, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 22, 2012 · Apt 5R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-19.05 adm code provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination all stys pub hall.

    Oct 17, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes 3 & 5 sty north east.

    Oct 17, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors 3 4 5 sty fire pub hall.

    Oct 17, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-20.08 adm code post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box notice missing.

    Oct 17, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove device preventing door from being self-closing fire doors all sty pub hall.

    Sep 20, 1984

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 67

  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Aug 3, 2024

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    May 3, 2024

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    May 3, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Aug 3, 2022

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Jun 2, 2022

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Feb 16, 2022

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Feb 16, 2022

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2017 cat 1 insp/tst tst

    Sep 6, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 28, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 28, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 28, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 28, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Oct 31, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2016 inspection/test

    Sep 15, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2016 inspection/test

    Sep 15, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2016 inspection/test

    Sep 15, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2016 inspection/test

    Sep 15, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst

    Jan 3, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst

    Jan 3, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst

    Jan 3, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst

    Jan 3, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 9, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 9, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 9, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 9, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 27, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 27, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 27, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 27, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 29, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2012 cat 1 insp/tst

    May 30, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test

    Mar 31, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test

    Mar 31, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 6, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 20, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 20, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 20, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 20, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 14, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 14, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 14, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Vcat1-elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Oct 8, 2010

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Vcat1-elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Oct 8, 2010

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 1, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 1, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 20, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 4, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 4, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 4, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 14

  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain parking structure in safe condition. as noted at time of inspection on an occupied parking structure consisting of cellar level, observed cracked/spalled concrete at slabs and beams also, ve

    Sep 23, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Perform brake maintenance and provide brake tag with full date entered mm/dd/year., provide up to date elevator maintenance log book with brake tag date entered in full mm/dd/year., provide braille's on all flo

    Nov 18, 2021 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Repair pit light., provide pit light guard., perform brake maintenance and provide brake tag with full date entered mm/dd/year., provide up to date elevator maintenance log book with brake tag date in full mm/d

    Nov 18, 2021 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35215470k issued on 02/13/17 and to file a certificate of correctionpursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. no cofoc on file at basement. r

    Sep 18, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. premises under alt2 job #321675816. at time of inspection found: reconstruction rear garage roof compromise landing area for 3 fire escape from backside of

    Aug 9, 2018 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    3314.5.1.5 notification of suspended scaffold installation and removalnoted: at time of inspection there was no c-hooks on site.confirmation#3098761 start date 1-6-15.failure to give notification 24-48 hours pr

    Jan 15, 2015 · Penalty $150

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    56y10,56y13,64m07,68bb07,68m07,99u05,99m07,60x10,40b09. 64m-provide nyc device #on the controller and machine 68bb,68m provide mcp in the m.r. & update log; 99m-provide date; 40r-remove stored all from the mr

    Feb 7, 2014

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    56y10,56y13,45m07,42n09,64m07,99u05,61m07. 45m-provide lead seal; 42n-remove jumped from fuse; 64m-provide nyc device on the controller and the machine; 99u-provide date; 61m-provide elevator company emergency

    Feb 7, 2014

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    49 no key at location to boiler room

    Sep 4, 1999

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    75u,54u, 75 perform 5 year test device and file form elev 3. 54 inst- all elev id # to machine and disconnect sw.

    Feb 16, 1996

    Resolve
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  • Non-hazardous

    54u,63l. 63 repair tension weight. 75 perform 5 yr test tag device andfile form elv 3. 54 install elev id # to machine and disconnect sw.

    Feb 16, 1996

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    74u,54u. 74 perform 5 yr test. tag device and file elev form 3. 54 install elevator id # to machine and disconnect sw.

    Feb 16, 1996

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    74u,54u. 74 perform 5 year test tag device and file form elv 3. 54 install elevator id # to machine and disconnect sw.

    Feb 16, 1996

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    37g, 15e, 570.

    Dec 6, 1990 · Penalty $150

    Resolve

Complaints

  • General

    Cooking gas

    Feb 12, 2025 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jan 3, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 19, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 6, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 4, 2020 · Apt 3K

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 21, 2019 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Aug 31, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Aug 31, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 15, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Apr 6, 2016 · Apt 2M

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Feb 15, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 9, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 9, 2014 · Apt ALINE

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Dec 9, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Dec 9, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Dec 9, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 9, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 9, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 9, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 9, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 9, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 9, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 9, 2014 · Apt ALINE

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 9, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 9, 2014 · Apt ALINE

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 9, 2014 · Apt ALINE

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 9, 2014 · Apt ALINE

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 9, 2014 · Apt ALINE

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 9, 2014 · Apt ALINE

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 9, 2014 · Apt ALINE

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 9, 2014 · Apt ALINE

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 9, 2014 · Apt ALINE

    Close
  • Elevator

    Maintenance

    Jul 18, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Feb 4, 2014 · Apt 6J

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Jun 5, 2012 · Apt 5R

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    May 18, 2012 · Apt 5R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 25, 2012 · Apt 6C

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Apr 7, 2009 · Apt 3T

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Feb 2, 2006 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Feb 2, 2006 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 20, 2005 · Apt 5L

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Dec 17, 2004 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 2, 2003 · Apt 5L

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Aug 12, 2026$580,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Jul 30, 2026$435,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Jul 15, 2026$629,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Jun 25, 2026$635,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Jun 17, 2026$634,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Jun 2, 2026$765,000Coops - elevator apartments—
May 21, 2026$445,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Apr 16, 2026$435,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Feb 25, 2026$465,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Jan 12, 2026$681,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Oct 29, 2025$495,000Coops - elevator apartments—

Building details

Building type
Elevator apartment building (D4)
Year built
1953
Floors
6
Residential units
160
Building area
156,170 ft²
Lot area
57,891 ft²
Zoning
R5
Community board
307
Council district
39
Block / lot
5280 / 8
Assessed value
$6,757,650
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #338884, last renewed Aug 15, 2025.

Questions about 221 Mcdonald Avenue

Who owns 221 Mcdonald Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 221 Mcdonald Ave LLC.

Does 221 Mcdonald Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 32 housing violations at this property.

Is 221 Mcdonald Avenue rent stabilized?

No rent-stabilized units appear in its 2018–2024 tax bills. Individual apartments can still be regulated, so request the rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal if unsure.

When was 221 Mcdonald Avenue built?

City records list 1953 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 221 Mcdonald Avenue?

It has 160 residential units and 166 units in total.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.