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279 Henry Street

Brooklyn, NY 11201BBL 3-00263-0018Map

Owner of record: 279 Henry, LLC

279 Henry Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1841 in Brooklyn, 11201. It has 10 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 279 Henry, LLC. HPD has recorded 45 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 28 of the 45 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 1 rent-stabilized apartment here in 2024.

HPD violations
45
DOB violations
9
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
67

What to know

Concern
5 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 4, 2026

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

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
1
About 10% of the building's 10 apartments

Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 45

  • 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.

    May 4, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Nov 18, 2025

    Open — Info 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.

    Jun 9, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Nov 25, 2024

    Open — Info 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 10, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Nov 17, 2023

    Open — Info 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.

    Mar 23, 2023

    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.

    Feb 25, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Feb 25, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 8, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jul 10, 2021 · Apt 8

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
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  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 10, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 10, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 10, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling.

    Jul 10, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper. at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 10, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Jul 10, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint or post a sign indicating floors at public halls, all stories

    Jul 10, 2021

    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 9, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Apr 9, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Feb 12, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at all stories at public hall

    Feb 12, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    § 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor missing at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 12, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 12, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system missing at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 12, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 12, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 12, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling.

    Feb 12, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 30, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 18, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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.

    Nov 24, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 9, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace with new the broken or defective carpeting at basement level at public hall stairs

    Dec 5, 2014

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly secure the loose 1st wood tread up from bottom at basement level at public hall stairs

    Dec 5, 2014

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective glass pane at the upper window sash at the 2nd window from south at west in the 2nd room from east located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at south

    May 14, 2014 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective electric outlet at the north wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at south

    May 14, 2014 · Apt 2

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Replace with new the broken or defective control knob at the gas range in the kitchen located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at south

    May 14, 2014 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at the bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at south

    May 14, 2014 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at the wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at south

    May 14, 2014 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at south

    May 14, 2014 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective light fixture at the west wall in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at south

    May 14, 2014 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperable located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at south

    May 14, 2014 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at south

    May 14, 2014 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective electric outlet at the north wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at south

    May 14, 2014 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective electric outlet at the south wall in the kitchen located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at south

    May 14, 2014 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective mailboxes in the vestibule , 1st story

    May 14, 2014

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 9

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

    Nov 14, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report

    Mar 3, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report

    Mar 1, 2013

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmrk-landmark none

    Oct 13, 1988

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Oct 13, 1988

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 5, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 28, 2021 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 28, 2021 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 28, 2021 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Feb 11, 2021 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 11, 2021 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 6, 2020 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Nov 6, 2020 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 6, 2020 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Nov 6, 2020 · Apt 8

    Close
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  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Nov 6, 2020 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Jul 10, 2014 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 10, 2014 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jul 10, 2014 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jul 10, 2014 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Jul 10, 2014 · Apt 9

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    May 7, 2014 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    May 7, 2014 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    May 7, 2014 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    May 7, 2014 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    May 7, 2014 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    May 7, 2014 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    May 7, 2014 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    May 7, 2014 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window pane

    May 7, 2014 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    May 7, 2014 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 7, 2006 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 5, 2006 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 5, 2006 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Sewer

    Feb 5, 2006 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 5, 2006 · Apt 9

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Feb 5, 2006 · Apt 9

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Feb 5, 2006 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 5, 2006 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 2, 2006 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Sewer

    Feb 2, 2006 · Apt 9

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Feb 2, 2006 · Apt 9

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Feb 2, 2006 · Apt 9

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Feb 2, 2006 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 2, 2006 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 1, 2006 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 1, 2006 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 1, 2006 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Feb 1, 2006 · Apt 7

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Feb 1, 2006 · Apt 9

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Feb 1, 2006 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 1, 2006 · Apt 7

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Feb 1, 2006 · Apt 9

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Feb 1, 2006 · Apt 9

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Feb 1, 2006 · Apt 9

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C1)
Year built
1841
Floors
4
Residential units
10
Building area
6,594 ft²
Lot area
2,313 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
302
Council district
33
Block / lot
263 / 18
Assessed value
$1,382,400
Landmark / historic district
Brooklyn Heights Historic District

HPD registration #300936, last renewed Oct 25, 2022.

Questions about 279 Henry Street

Who owns 279 Henry Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 279 Henry, LLC.

Does 279 Henry Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 45 housing violations at this property.

Is 279 Henry Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 1 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 10% of its 10 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 279 Henry Street built?

City records list 1841 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 279 Henry Street?

It has 10 residential units.

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