51 Clifton Place, Brooklyn, NY 11238
51 Clifton Place is a 16-unit, four-story Old Law Tenement building located in Clinton Hill, built in 1905 and currently owned by Mabadeje Demu. The property has persistent maintenance and safety issues, as evidenced by multiple open violations and recent complaints. Most notably, there are several active violations regarding the failure to file external low-pressure inspections for the years 2018-2023, and multiple recent complaints in June 2025 concerning unsanitary conditions with pests, window frame issues, and elevator system problems.
The building has a documented history of rodent activity, with inspections consistently showing rat presence between 2018-2025, though some inspection results from 2019-2020 showed no activity. Additional concerns include inadequate heating supply violations for apartments 1B and 1C (1st story), issues with garbage/recycling storage, and various electrical and plumbing concerns. The building's violation history reveals ongoing maintenance challenges, with open violations as of 2024 regarding window frames and pest infestations in apartment 1C, as well as multiple November 2023 violations related to heating system access and various safety notice requirements.
Recent inspection activity has focused on addressing these issues, though many violations remain open. The property has faced challenges with access during inspections, as noted in multiple department of buildings complaints regarding the boiler in December 2023, where inspectors were unable to gain access. While some complaints have been resolved, such as the 2025 electrical outlet concern, the frequency and nature of recent complaints suggest persistent maintenance challenges that affect resident comfort and safety.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 16 |
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Year built | 1905 |
Total area | 9520 sq ft |
Floors | 4 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | OLD LAW TENEMENT |

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