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253-21 Craft Avenue

Queens, NY 11422BBL 4-13657-0042Map

Owner of record: Selman, Natacia

253-21 Craft Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1971 in Queens, 11422. It has 3 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Selman, Natacia. HPD has recorded 20 housing violations here, most recently on July 28, 2025. 7 of the 20 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
20
DOB violations
1
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
34

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Jul 28, 2025

Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.

Good
No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

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 · 20

  • A

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the 4th room from north at west located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 28, 2025 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department west wall and ceiling in the 2nd bathroom from north located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 28, 2025 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective mechanical vent at ceiling in the 1st bathroom from north located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 28, 2025 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Replace with new the missing vent cover in the 1st bathroom from north located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 28, 2025 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Dec 5, 2024

    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 29, 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 18, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective the third wood tread from bottom to top, at wood deck, rear side of the building.

    Jan 10, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 22, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Nov 11, 2019 · Apt FIRSTF

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt firstf, 1st story

    Nov 11, 2019 · Apt FIRSTF

    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 7, 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.

    Jan 8, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet building 253-21 east bathroom in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Mar 21, 2001 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective building 253-21 west bathroom ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Mar 21, 2001 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly secure the loose building 253-21 hand rail at stairs 1 to 2 story in the private hallway located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Mar 21, 2001 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color building 253-21 walls and ceilings all rooms in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Mar 21, 2001 · Apt 2

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective building 253-21 door bell at front entrance in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Mar 21, 2001 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective building 253-21 window sash in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Mar 21, 2001 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective gutter building 253-21 east and west , 2nd story, roof

    Mar 21, 2001

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation

DOB building violations · 1

  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Nov 6, 1997

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 2

  • Class - 2

    Throughout the entire top floor apartment some outlets switches and fixtures are not working some outlet have an open neutral also after checking with plug in tester., comply with ec

    Nov 26, 2022 · Penalty $800

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by building dept. records erection of partitions, forming two bedrooms, full bathroom and kitchen in cellar, creating an apartment. remedy: discontinue illegal use or amend

    Nov 6, 1997 · Penalty $800

    Active

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 20, 2026 · Apt 2

    Open
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 27, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Nov 17, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 17, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 17, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Jul 22, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jul 22, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jul 22, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jul 22, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Jan 16, 2023 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Close
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  • Door/window

    Door

    Jan 16, 2023 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Jan 9, 2023 · Apt SECOND

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jan 9, 2023 · Apt SECOND

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jan 9, 2023 · Apt SECOND

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Jan 9, 2023 · Apt SECOND

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Jan 9, 2023 · Apt SECOND

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Jan 9, 2023 · Apt SECOND

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 30, 2022 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 26, 2022 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 24, 2022 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 22, 2022 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 22, 2022 · Apt FL2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 22, 2022 · Apt FL2

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Nov 22, 2022 · Apt FL2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Nov 20, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 19, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Oct 31, 2022 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 5, 2019 · Apt FIRSTF

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 5, 2019 · Apt FIRSTF

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 5, 2019 · Apt FIRSTF

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 5, 2019 · Apt FIRSTF

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Oct 30, 2012 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Oct 30, 2012 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 30, 2012 · Apt 1

    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 (C0)
Year built
1971
Floors
2
Residential units
3
Building area
2,162 ft²
Lot area
3,180 ft²
Zoning
R3-1
Community board
413
Council district
31
Block / lot
13657 / 42
Assessed value
$49,980
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #914051, last renewed Aug 29, 2025.

Questions about 253-21 Craft Avenue

Who owns 253-21 Craft Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Selman, Natacia.

Does 253-21 Craft Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 20 housing violations at this property.

Is 253-21 Craft 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 253-21 Craft Avenue built?

City records list 1971 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 253-21 Craft Avenue?

It has 3 residential units.

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