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165 Sands Street

Brooklyn, NY 11201BBL 3-00068-0107Map

Owner of record: Chung Hwa Tenant Corp.

165 Sands Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1902 in Brooklyn, 11201. It has 120 residential units across 6.5 floors. The owner of record is Chung Hwa Tenant Corp.. HPD has recorded 20 housing violations here, most recently on March 30, 2022. 11 of the 20 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
20
DOB violations
58
ECB violations
30
HPD complaints
77

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Mar 30, 2022

Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.

Good
No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 20

  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective upper window sash at the west wall, ( stuck in opened position ) in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 603, 6th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 30, 2022 · Apt 603

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 13, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors at entrance to fire stairs 1st from north at public hall, 2nd story, section at east

    Mar 10, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing (door stops installed at vestibule door ) at public hall, 1st story, section at east

    Mar 10, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated locks installed at front entrance to building , 1st story, section at east

    Mar 10, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors at entrance to fire stairs 1st at north at public hall, 1st story, section at east

    Mar 10, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected

    Mar 10, 2021

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in wasteline at sink in the kitchen located at apt 215, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Dec 31, 2019 · Apt 215

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in wasteline at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 215, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Dec 31, 2019 · Apt 215

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... ( approx- 4 sq,ft ) at floor inside base-cabinet at sink in the kitchen located at apt 215, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Dec 31, 2019 · Apt 215

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... ( approx- 4 sq,ft ) at floor inside base-cabinet at sink in the kitchen located at apt 215, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west original violation 13525221 issued 31-dec-19 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Dec 31, 2019 · Apt 215

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Oct 31, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... covering approximately 2 square feet at the walls and floor in the closet in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 610, 6th story, 4th apartment from north at east , section at east

    Sep 3, 2013 · Apt 610

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak above the ceiling and at the walls in the closet in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 610, 6th story, 4th apartment from north at east , section at east

    Sep 3, 2013 · Apt 610

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the walls and floor in the closet in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 610, 6th story, 4th apartment from north at east , section at east

    Sep 3, 2013 · Apt 610

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 610, 6th story, 4th apartment from north at east , section at east

    Sep 3, 2013 · Apt 610

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). that is missing located at apt 610, 6th story, 4th apartment from north at east , section at east

    Sep 3, 2013 · Apt 610

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire rated material at the ceiling at public hall, 6th story, section at east

    Sep 3, 2013

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at public hall, 6th story, section at east

    Sep 3, 2013

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... approximately sq ft 20 at wall. in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 610, 6th story, 4th apartment from north at east

    Aug 24, 2013 · Apt 610

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 58

  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Nov 3, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Aug 3, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    May 2, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to post energy grade/score none

    Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3

    Dec 1, 2022

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 23, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Dec 12, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 26, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 26, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Facade safety program facade required

    Fisp-facade safety program facade required

    Mar 7, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst

    Jan 3, 2017

    Dob violation - active
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 25, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 25, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2014 inspection/test

    Jun 10, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2014 inspection/test

    Jun 10, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 19, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 19, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    May 1, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 24, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 24, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required

    Failed to file fisp cycle 7b technical report by 08/21/2012

    Aug 30, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 7, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 7, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 27, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 27, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 14, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 14, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 29, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 29, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 8, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 19, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 19, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Facade facade required

    L1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade required

    Jun 25, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 30, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 30, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 18, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 11, 2003

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 11, 2003

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Facade facade required

    L1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade required

    Aug 8, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    3p3845

    Mar 6, 2002

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    3p7593

    Mar 6, 2002

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    3p3845

    Dec 2, 1999

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    3p7593

    Dec 2, 1999

    Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 30

  • Class - 1

    97x17 the only elevator in section of building is out of service. upon inspection the device is found to be out of service creating a hazardous condtion as per 1rcny 11-02. restore to service immediately

    Apr 23, 2019 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    35b07,59m15,99bb05. 35b07-provide an extra stop switch on the car topon the hoistway access side; 59m15-provide a brake tag; 99bb05-cat1 has expired.

    Apr 23, 2019 · Penalty $1,562

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    97x10 upon inspection device was found out of service. restore to service immediately.

    Sep 13, 2018 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    97x10. the elevator in bldg out of service, upon insp the device is found to be out of service, restore to service immediately.

    Feb 13, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    97x10. 97x10 the elevator in building out of service,upon inspection the device is found to be out of service,restore to service immediately

    Jan 30, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to thayt allowed by the dept.records.certificate of occupancy #241465 issued april 22 1993 indicates multi dwelling third floor has eighteen clash apt.observed at time of insp.apt.313 is arra

    Dec 1, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.observed in apt.313 defective faucet at bath tub with hot water.profusely leaking missing inner wlal covering exposure piping shell wall also observed bathroom

    Dec 1, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file an acceptable cycle 7 technical report in compliance with code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by article 28-302 & the dept of bldgs rules & regulat

    Jul 1, 2014 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Use of supported scaffold without a scaffold user certificate. noted:at time of inspection 2 workers were working on support scaffold without user certificates. rem:obtain supported scaffold user certificate.

    Jan 10, 2012

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work does not conform to approved documents or approved amendments. noted:approved plans show 1 fully plank deck/platform. during inspectionit was noticed that at exposure #1,#3 & #4 all corner had 5 fully plan

    Jan 10, 2012 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
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  • Class - 2

    3314.4.1:failure to provide installation report of completion. noted:foreman was unable to provide completion report for supported scaffold from designer,installer or approved inspection agency that work was do

    Jan 10, 2012

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file an amended 6th round report acceptable to this dept indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial local law 11/98 report. 36016687x. remedy: file an amended report following re

    Dec 29, 2011 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file an amended 6th round report acceptable to this dept indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial ll11/98report.36015427p.rem:file an amended report following remedial repairs

    May 27, 2011 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file an amended 6th round report acceptable to this dept indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial local law 11/98report.36014767r.rem:file an amended report following remedial

    Dec 17, 2010 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file an amended 6th round report acceptable to this dept indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial local law 11/98 report. remedy: file an amended report following remedial

    Sep 17, 2010 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Fail to file an amended sixth round report acceptable to this dept indicating corrections of unsafe conditions described in intial local law11/98 report. remedy: file an amended report following remedial repair

    Dec 23, 2009 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file an amended sixth round report acceptable to this dept indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial local law 11/98 report remedy:file an amended report following remedial repa

    Nov 6, 2009 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file an amended sixth round report acceptable to this dept indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial local law 11/98 report remedy:file an amended report following remedial repo

    May 22, 2009 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Fail to file an amended sixth round report acceptable to this dept indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial local law11/98 report. remedy: file an amended report following remedial repair

    Nov 7, 2008 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    13i10.23l10.05l10.33l10.84m07.84l10.39m07.32m07

    Jun 25, 2008 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    84m07.36p07 84 capacity plate

    Jun 25, 2008

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to file an amended sixth round report acceptable to this dept indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial local 11/98 report remedy:file an amended report following remedial repairs

    Mar 28, 2008 · Penalty $700

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    No sidewalk shed-at a location where a notification of unsafe condition was reported.remedy:take precaution to protect the public,install sidewalk shed immediately at both/all flanks of bldg whre defects are

    Jun 27, 2007

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall.severe vertical cracks noted atbldg corners (qouins) on the south & north elevations defects w/ unpr edictable stability over public walk.remedy:make are safe,take

    Jun 27, 2007 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Exit passage or corridor:requires approx 5'-6' in width that is obstructed by an accumulation of debris as noted:shopping carts,black bags of clothing household domestic equipment is obstruction the passageway

    May 22, 2006 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Use of rigging equipment without a special riggers license. use of twopoint suspension scaffold with stirrups placed in excess of 18 inches from end of platform. operation of hoisting equipment in an unsafe

    Jul 18, 2000 · Penalty $8,750

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall. masanory pedestal decoration under cornick at the west side of building between 6th and seventh floor has snapped and fell to ground. remedy: provide immediatea overh

    Jun 28, 1994 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Altered building occupied without a valid certificate of occupancy as required under alteration appl #1077/81 remedy: obtain a certificate of occupancy as required or discontinue the unlawfull use

    Dec 18, 1991 · Penalty $285

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    40t;74#;07l; 74.provide proof of filing for new deflector sheave and block bearing stand.

    Sep 17, 1991 · Penalty $75

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    07l;40t;09h;50;

    Sep 17, 1991

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Oct 20, 2026 · Apt 405

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 28, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    May 19, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Apr 24, 2025 · Apt APT612

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 23, 2024 · Apt 110

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jul 13, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 28, 2022 · Apt 603

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Mar 8, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Mar 8, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Mar 8, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 8, 2021 · Apt 203

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 8, 2021 · Apt 203

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 8, 2021 · Apt 203

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Steam pipe/riser

    Mar 8, 2021 · Apt 203

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Mar 8, 2021 · Apt 101

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 8, 2021 · Apt 101

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 8, 2021 · Apt 101

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    Mar 8, 2021 · Apt 101

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Mar 8, 2021 · Apt 101

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Dec 28, 2019 · Apt 215

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Dec 28, 2019 · Apt 215

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 21, 2018 · Apt 601

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 14, 2018 · Apt 116

    Close
  • Elevator

    Maintenance

    Sep 15, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 1, 2018 · Apt B3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 21, 2018 · Apt 309

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 7, 2017 · Apt 114

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 30, 2017 · Apt 517

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Dec 23, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Oct 7, 2016 · Apt 117

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 7, 2016 · Apt 117

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Oct 7, 2016 · Apt 117

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Apr 7, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Apr 7, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 30, 2013 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 30, 2013 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 25, 2013 · Apt 210

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Aug 28, 2013 · Apt 610

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 28, 2013 · Apt 610

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Aug 28, 2013 · Apt 610

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Aug 21, 2013 · Apt 610

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Aug 21, 2013 · Apt 610

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Aug 21, 2013 · Apt 610

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 9, 2013 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 25, 2013 · Apt 109

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 5, 2012 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat-plant

    Nov 2, 2012 · Apt 114

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 2, 2012 · Apt 114

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Sewer

    Jun 5, 2012 · Apt 211

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Sewer

    Jun 5, 2012 · Apt 211

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Sep 9, 2026$384,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Aug 12, 2026$420,000Coops - elevator apartments—
May 27, 2026$415,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Nov 19, 2025$125,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Oct 24, 2025Non-market transferCoops - elevator apartments—
Oct 10, 2025Non-market transferCoops - elevator apartments—

Building details

Building type
Elevator apartment building (D4)
Year built
1902
Floors
6.5
Residential units
120
Building area
89,050 ft²
Lot area
25,000 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
302
Council district
35
Block / lot
68 / 107
Assessed value
$8,648,100
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #353821, last renewed Sep 23, 2025.

Questions about 165 Sands Street

Who owns 165 Sands Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Chung Hwa Tenant Corp..

Does 165 Sands Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 20 housing violations at this property.

Is 165 Sands Street rent stabilized?

No rent-stabilized units appear in its 2018–2024 tax bills. Individual apartments can still be regulated, so request the rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal if unsure.

When was 165 Sands Street built?

City records list 1902 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 165 Sands Street?

It has 120 residential units and 124 units in total.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.