458 East 51st Street, Brooklyn, NY 11203
458 East 51st Street is a 6-story, 53-unit residential building constructed in 1940, currently owned by 458 East 51st Street Partners LLC. The building has experienced several significant maintenance issues over the past several years, with the most recent cluster of complaints emerging in May 2025, including reports of unsanitary conditions related to garbage storage, water leaks, pest infestations, and flooring problems.
In December 2024, three critical violations were noted in Apartment F7 regarding inadequate heat and excessive hot water temperatures, alongside multiple violations in Apartment 4D for pest infestations and maintenance issues. The building's elevator system has been a recurring concern, with multiple complaints about single-device operation and maintenance problems between 2018 and 2023, though inspections generally found no violations. The property has documented problems with various systems and maintenance issues, including a 2023 ECB violation for obstructed exit passageways with a penalty of $6,250.
Previous records show a pattern of pest control challenges, though recent filings indicate no bedbug infestations in the past two years. While the building has maintained active compliance with most housing codes, several violations remain, including a 2023 violation regarding failure to certify corrections on immediately hazardous conditions. The Department of Buildings inspections and service requests indicate ongoing issues with water systems, heating, and general maintenance, suggesting persistent challenges with building upkeep.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 53 |
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Year built | 1940 |
Total area | 43020 sq ft |
Floors | 6 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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- 458 East 51st St, New York, NY 11203
- 5013 Snyder Ave, New York, NY 11203
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