259 St Nicholas Avenue
This building has a severe track record, and our model predicts major ongoing maintenance failures.
This building has 17 recorded HPD violations, above the Ridgewood average of 6.0.
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How 259 St Nicholas Avenue'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 2990 buildings in this neighborhood, 179 have a higher predicted risk.
violations
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(10+)
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What's in the 259 St Nicholas Avenue report
| Total units | 7 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 4 |
| Year built | 1931 |
| Gross area | 5,565 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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259 St Nicholas Avenue event timeline
Violations, complaints, fines, and permits — the most recent records on file, in order.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/15/2026 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Repair The Broken Or Defective Plastered Surfaces And Paint In A Uniform Color East Wall In The Kitchen Located At Apt 3R, 3Rd Story, 1St Apartment From West At North | Violation Dismissed |
| 02/15/2026 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Repair The Broken Or Defective Plastered Surfaces And Paint In A Uniform Color West And South Walls In The 5Th Room From North Located At Apt 3R, 3Rd Story, 1St Apartment From West At North | Violation Dismissed |
| 02/15/2026 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Repair The Broken Or Defective Plastered Surfaces And Paint In A Uniform Color The Ceiling In The Kitchen Located At Apt 3R, 3Rd Story, 1St Apartment From West At North | Violation Dismissed |
| 02/15/2026 | 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 3R, 3Rd Story, 1St Apartment From West At North | Violation Dismissed |
| 02/15/2026 | C | Original | § 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 Hmc, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) Mdl And 28 Rcny §25-171: Replace Or Repair The Self-Closing Doors That Is Missing Or Defective Hinges At Entrance In The Entrance Located At Apt 3R, 3Rd Story, 1St Apartment From West At North | Violation Dismissed |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2026 | Electric – Power Outage | Non Emergency | Close | 4R |
| 02/04/2026 | Water Leak – Heavy Flow | Emergency | Close | 4R |
| 02/10/2026 | Plumbing – Basin/Sink | Emergency | Close | 3R |
| 02/10/2026 | Unsanitary Condition – Mold | Emergency | Close | 3R |
| 02/10/2026 | Electric – Outlet/Switch | Non Emergency | Close | 3R |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/01/2026 | Indoor Air Quality | Sewage Odor | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
| 02/04/2026 | Electric | Power Outage | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 02/04/2026 | Water Leak | Heavy Flow | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 08/16/2025 | Plumbing | Water Supply | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 07/31/2024 | Food Establishment | Rodents/Insects/Garbage | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/09/2024 | 3987218 | Closed | 7K | 01/16/2025 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/30/2023 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Lblvio-Low Pressure Boiler Boiler Required | Violation Issued-Failure To File 2020 External Low Pressure Inspection | |
| 06/30/2023 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Lblvio-Low Pressure Boiler Boiler Required | Violation Issued-Failure To File 2020 External Low Pressure Inspection | |
| 06/20/2023 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Lblvio-Low Pressure Boiler Boiler Required | Violation Issued-Failure To File 2019 External Low Pressure Inspection | |
| 04/25/2023 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Lblvio-Low Pressure Boiler Boiler Required | Violation Issued-Failure To File 2022 External Low Pressure Inspection |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/12/2019 | 37015443L | Resolve | Falilure To Comply With Commissioner'S Order Contained In Summons/Violation#32096113Y Issued On 10/2/18, And To File A Certificate Of Correction Pursuant To 28.201.1 And 1Rcny 102-01(D)(2). An Acceptible Certif | $1,250 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/09/2013 | $1,100,000 | C7 | Wyckoff Heights | |
| 04/19/2013 | $0 | C7 | Wyckoff Heights | |
| 11/30/2009 | $0 | C7 | Wyckoff Heights |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/20/2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 11/18/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 03/20/2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 07/12/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 02/28/2022 | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 03/26/2026 | Initial | Passed |
| 09/24/2025 | Compliance | Failed For Rat Activity |
| 09/13/2025 | Treatments | Bait Applied |
| 09/06/2025 | Treatments | Bait Applied |
| 08/09/2025 | Treatments | Bait Applied |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/28/2023 | Initial Permit | Antenna | Roof | Modification To Existing Verizon Site On The Roof. Replace 9 Rrhs And 8 Antennas. Install 3 Antennas And 1 Platform With Dunnage. Relocate 1 Equipment Cabinet And 1 Antenna. | Permit Issued | 11/28/2023 |
| 10/10/2019 | Initial Permit | Antenna | Cel 0 thru 0, Ope 0 thru 0, Roo 0 thru 0 | Installation Of 3 New Verizon Antenna Sectors (3 Antennas And 3 Rrh Per Sector), 2 Gps Antennas, And 2 Equipment Cabinets On New Steel Platform On Roof. Associated Conduit Routed From Osp To Roof. All In Conformance With Tppn 5/98. No Change In Use, Egress, Or Occupancy. | Signed-Off | 10/10/2019 |
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