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21 Rupert Avenue

Staten Island, NY 10314BBL 5-01972-0093Map

Owner of record: Edward Moskowitz

21 Rupert Avenue is a two-family home built in 1985 in Staten Island, 10314. It has 2 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Edward Moskowitz. HPD has recorded 17 housing violations here, most recently on June 2, 2026. 14 of the 17 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
17
DOB violations
0
ECB violations
5
HPD complaints
20

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Jun 2, 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 · 17

  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile at floor in the 2nd room from east at north located at apt 41, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 2, 2026 · Apt 41

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color at ceiling in the 2nd room from east at north located at apt 41 lower level, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 2, 2026 · Apt 41

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose sliding window at north wall in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 41 lower level, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 2, 2026 · Apt 41

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose sliding door at north wall leading to porch in the 2nd room from east at north located at apt 41 lower level, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 2, 2026 · Apt 41

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood base inside base cabinet under sink in the kitchen located at apt 41, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 2, 2026 · Apt 41

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    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 41, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 2, 2026 · Apt 41

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective handles at door in the entrance in the bathroom located at apt 41 lower level, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 2, 2026 · Apt 41

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective handles on door in the entrance in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 41, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 2, 2026 · Apt 41

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose plastic cover at ventilation system at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 41 upper level, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 2, 2026 · Apt 41

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective handles at door in the entrance in the 1st room from north located at apt 41 upper level, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 2, 2026 · Apt 41

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • B

    Properly secure the loose sliding doors on closet at north wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 41 upper level, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 2, 2026 · Apt 41

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color at north wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 41 upper level, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 2, 2026 · Apt 41

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective mailbox at front yard

    Jun 2, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood frame around entrance door at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 2, 2026

    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 30, 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 21, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 0

No DOB violations on record

ECB violations · 5

  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order to obtain a permit per vecb #34771423z issued on 6-18-09 for work w/o permit: @ cellar installed roughing & piping to support gas stove,residential sink,& 3pc bath

    Nov 5, 2009 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c of o. noted: c of o #070303 states cellar as boiler/rec/storage rooms. there are now 2 bedrooms/kitchen/gas stove and 3 pc. bathroom. remedy: discontinue illegal use

    Jun 18, 2009 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    No fire proof enclosure for boiler. noted: luan wood door at boiler room with hole broken through middle of door approx 2'x2' also noted: room at rear of boiler rm with double locks at door and wood door not fi

    Sep 17, 2003 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Residence for more than the legally approved of families c/o 70303 indicate residence is legally approved for 2 families residence is now altered for 3 families note-cellar has partitions erected creating an il

    Sep 5, 2003 · Penalty $3,050

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o a permit work noted partitions erected creating 3 rooms,a gasline(stove)water & waste lines and 3pc bath are erected.remedy:obtain permits if feasible or restore to prior legal condition.

    Sep 5, 2003 · Penalty $800

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Oct 7, 2026 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Oct 7, 2026 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Oct 7, 2026 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 7, 2026 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Oct 7, 2026 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Oct 7, 2026 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 7, 2026 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 7, 2026 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 7, 2026 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    May 19, 2026 · Apt 41

    Close
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  • General

    Ventilation system

    May 19, 2026 · Apt 41

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 19, 2026 · Apt 41

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    May 19, 2026 · Apt 41

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 17, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    May 17, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 17, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Jun 22, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jun 22, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 22, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Illegal

    May 23, 2003 · Apt BSMT

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Two-family home (B9)
Year built
1985
Floors
3
Residential units
2
Building area
2,200 ft²
Lot area
2,772 ft²
Zoning
R3-1
Community board
502
Council district
50
Block / lot
1972 / 93
Assessed value
$42,540
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #16806, last renewed Aug 27, 2025.

Questions about 21 Rupert Avenue

Who owns 21 Rupert Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Edward Moskowitz.

Does 21 Rupert Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 17 housing violations at this property.

Is 21 Rupert 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 21 Rupert Avenue built?

City records list 1985 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 21 Rupert Avenue?

It has 2 residential units.

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