205 Malcolm X Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY 11221
The three-story, six-unit tenement building at 205 Malcolm X Boulevard in Bedford-Stuyvesant, owned by John Warren and constructed in 1910, has experienced numerous maintenance issues and violations over the past few years. Most notably, there have been recurring heat and hot water problems, with multiple complaints in 2024-2025 affecting the entire building, including documented violations in January 2024 and December 2024. Plumbing issues have been persistent, with multiple complaints regarding bathtub/shower problems in 2024, and an emergency toilet situation reported in July 2025.
The building has also faced various maintenance challenges, including window and door problems, as evidenced by inspections in 2023-2024 that led to violations being issued. The property has consistently demonstrated challenges with heating systems, as highlighted by violations and complaints ranging from individual apartments to the entire building, particularly affecting Unit 2B. Safety concerns have emerged, including issues with self-closing doors and egress systems, though many violations have been closed following inspections.
While the building has experienced pest-related issues, including a recent complaint in May 2025 about unsanitary conditions, it has maintained a record of zero bedbug infestations since 2018. Rodent inspections show occasional activity, with the most recent inspection in June 2025 noting rat presence. The building is currently showing one active Department of Buildings violation from June 2023 regarding an external low-pressure inspection that was not filed. Permit records indicate regular maintenance work, with multiple emergency work permits issued between 2021-2023.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 6 |
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Year built | 1910 |
Total area | 4680 sq ft |
Floors | 3 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | OLD LAW TENEMENT |

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