245 West 51 Street
This building has a severe track record, and our model predicts major ongoing maintenance failures.
This building has 85 recorded HPD violations, above the Theater District average of 10.9.
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How 245 West 51 Street's risk score is calculated
We trained a model on 7 years of city inspection data — HPD violation filings, tenant complaints, and owner track records across their entire portfolio. It estimates the probability that HPD inspectors will find serious or dangerous violations at this address in the next 12 months. Lower % = safer.
What the score means for you
Out of 79 buildings in this neighborhood, 1 have a higher predicted risk.
violations
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What's in the 245 West 51 Street report
| Total units | 75 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 10 |
| Year built | 1912 |
| Gross area | 47,368 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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245 West 51 Street event timeline
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What this is
Housing code violations issued by HPD against property conditions. Non-compliance with NYC's Housing Maintenance Code can result in violations and fines.
| Inspection Date | Class | Category | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/12/2026 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Hmc: Properly Repair Or Replace The Broken Or Defective Rubber Gasket At Refrigerator Door In The Kitchen Located At Apt 606, 6Th Story, 3Rd Apartment From East At South | Violation Will Be Reinspected |
| 04/12/2026 | C | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code & 309 M/D Law Abate The Nuisance Consisting Of Scalding Hot Water Above 130 Degrees In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 606, 6Th Story, 3Rd Apartment From East At South | Violation Will Be Reinspected |
| 04/25/2026 | C | Original | Hmc Adm Code: § 27-2017.4 Abate The Infestation Consisting Of Roaches In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 902, 9Th Story, 1St Apartment From West At North | Violation Will Be Reinspected |
| 04/10/2026 | C | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code & 309 M/D Law Abate The Nuisance Consisting Of Hot Water Exceeding 130 Degrees At All Hot Water Fixtures In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 203, 2Nd Story, 4Th Apartment From East At South | Violation Will Be Reinspected |
| 04/12/2026 | B | Original | § 27-2026, 2027 Hmc: Properly Repair The Source And Abate The Evidence Of A Water Leak At Ceiling In The Kitchen Located At Apt 606, 6Th Story, 3Rd Apartment From East At South | Certification Postponment Denied |
What this is
Complaints filed with HPD about conditions violating the NYC Housing Maintenance Code or NY State Multiple Dwelling Law.
| Received | Category | Type | Status | Apartment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/03/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Apartment Only | Emergency | Close | 606 |
| 05/01/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | BLDG |
| 04/25/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Apartment Only | Emergency | Close | 606 |
| 04/25/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | BLDG |
| 04/12/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | BLDG |
What this is
Service requests logged daily with the city through 311 and tracked to resolution. These are complaints that can be directed to specific city agencies.
| Created Date | Problem | Problem Detail | Agency Name | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/03/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Apartment Only | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 05/01/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 04/26/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Apartment Only | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 04/13/2026 | Rodent | Rat Sighting | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
| 04/13/2026 | Rodent | Rat Sighting | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
What this is
All complaints received by the Department of Buildings, including those from 311 and complaints entered directly by DOB staff.
| Filed | Number | Status | Category | Disposition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20/2025 | 1689060 | Closed | 30 | 02/27/2025 |
| 12/16/2024 | 1684167 | Closed | 6S | 12/19/2024 |
| 10/27/2024 | 1680704 | Closed | 23 | 10/28/2024 |
| 08/04/2024 | 1674129 | Closed | 23 | 08/19/2024 |
| 04/05/2024 | 1664531 | Closed | 23 | 04/05/2024 |
What this is
Civil penalties and violation notices issued by the Department of Buildings for construction and building code violations.
| Issue Date | Category | Type | Description | Disposition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/07/2025 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Fispfcs-Failure To Correct Swarmp Conditions (Facade) Facade Required | Cycle 9 Failure To Correct Swarmp Conditions | |
| 02/22/2024 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Fispnrf-No Report And / Or Late Filing (Facade) Facade Required | Failed To File Fisp Cycle 9C Technical Report By 2/21/2024 | |
| 08/03/2022 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Bench-Failure To Benchmark None | Failure To File Benchmarking Report Of Energy Use As Per Ad. Code Sec. 28-309.4 | 09/20/2022 |
| 06/01/2022 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Bench-Failure To Benchmark None | Failure To File Benchmarking Report Of Energy Use As Per Ad. Code Sec. 28-309.4 | 07/13/2022 |
What this is
Summonses and penalties adjudicated by OATH (Office of Administrative Trials & Hearings) and the Environmental Control Board. DOB enforcement cases that have been heard and decided.
| Issue Date | Violation # | Status | Description | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20/2025 | 39537148J | Resolve | Failure To Comply With Code Requirement For 3307.4.7 Work Or Storage Zones. Observed Street Storage Area Related To The Construction Adjacent To A Sidewalk Shed, And Such Area Has Open Debris Container Not Cove | $2,400 |
| 12/19/2024 | 39133344X | Resolve | Firefighters Service Phase 1 And 2 Inoperative.. Remedy: Repair And Call The Dob Elevator Division At (212) 393-2144 Or Email At [email protected] For A Re-Inspection. 97-X-17. | $1,250 |
| 08/19/2024 | 39531558P | Resolve | At 4:40Am Observed 9 Story Building With Sws Installed At Exp#1 That Was Not Illuminated As Stipulated In Bc3307.6.4.8 Creates Hazardous Conditions For Pedestrians Of Slips And Trips Due To Inadequate Lighting | $2,400 |
| 09/17/2021 | 39047738H | Resolve | Found Cat1 Tag In The Elevator Machine Room Expired. Perform Cat1 Test And Provide Cat1 Tag In The Elevator Machine Room. Brake Tag In The Elevator Machine Room Expired. Perfom Brake Test And Provid Brake Tag I | $0 |
| 06/21/2021 | 39043191P | Resolve | Found Outside Communication (Phone) In Car Is Not Working. Repair. Label Of Fuses In The Elevator Controller At Elevator Machine Room Unreadable. Replacec The Fuses. Cat1 Tag In The Elevator Machine Room Expire | $0 |
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Executed eviction warrants in NYC from 2017-present. Records of completed residential and commercial evictions processed through housing court.
| Executed Date | Docket # | Apartment | Type | Marshal |
|---|
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Recorded real estate transactions and property sales. Public records of building transfers and changes in ownership.
| Sale Date | Price | Building Class | Neighborhood | Apartment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/03/2022 | $0 | D7 | Midtown West | |
| 11/09/2004 | $16,300,000 | D7 | Midtown West | |
| 11/09/2004 | $0 | D7 | Midtown West |
What this is
Property owner reports of bedbug infestation status required by NYC law. Building owners must file annual reports on bedbug treatment and infestation history.
| Filing Date | Infested Units | Eradicated | Re-infested | Period End |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 12/04/2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 12/28/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 12/21/2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 01/24/2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2021 |
What this is
NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene rodent inspection results. Records of inspections for rat and rodent infestation signs.
| Inspection Date | Type | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 06/02/2026 | Treatments | Bait Applied |
| 05/26/2026 | Compliance | Failed For Rat Activity And Other Reason |
| 03/27/2026 | Initial | Failed For Rat Activity |
| 02/12/2024 | Treatments | Bait Applied |
| 01/18/2024 | Compliance | Failed For Rat Activity And Other Reason |
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Construction and demolition permits issued by the Department of Buildings. Required for legal building, construction, and demolition activities in NYC.
| Filing Date | Type | Work | Floor | Description | Status | Issued |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/29/2026 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Suspended Scaffold | Installation Of A Suspended Scaffold For Facade Inspection And Repair As Per Plan Submitted. No Change To Egress Or Occupancy. | Permit Issued | 01/29/2026 | |
| 11/17/2025 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | General Construction | Facade | Masonry And Terracotta Repairs. No Change In Use Occupancy Or Egress. | Permit Issued | 11/17/2025 |
| 11/05/2025 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Supported Scaffold | Roof | Erect, Maintain & Dismantle Of Scaffold For Facade Repairs As Per Drawings Attached Herewith. | Permit Issued | 11/05/2025 |
| 08/01/2025 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Sidewalk Shed | Open Space | Installation Of Temporary Heavy Duty Sidewalk Shed As Per Plans. No Change In Use, Egress Or Occupancy. Sidewalk Shed Shall Comply With Chapter #33 Of The Nyc Building Code. Live Load 300Psf. | Permit Issued | 08/01/2025 |
| 02/18/2025 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Suspended Scaffold | Installation Of A Suspended Scaffold For Facade Inspection And Repair As Per Plan Submitted. No Change To Egress Or Occupancy. | Permit Issued | 02/18/2025 |
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