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231 Smith Street

Brooklyn, NY 11231BBL 3-00409-0006Map

Owner of record: 231 Smith St Realty LLC

231 Smith Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11231. It has 10 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 231 Smith St Realty LLC. HPD has recorded 49 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 30 of the 49 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 5 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
49
DOB violations
4
ECB violations
1
HPD complaints
20

What to know

Concern
4 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 5, 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
5
About 50% of the building's 10 apartments
Down from 8 in 2018

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 · 49

  • 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 5, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 11, 2024

    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 22, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 24, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 2, 2022

    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

    Jan 5, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Jan 5, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Jan 5, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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.

    Jan 5, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Jan 5, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of household items on 3rd story balcony, building front at fire escape

    Jan 5, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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
  • 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 13, 2021

    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 31, 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 19, 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 29, 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.

    Nov 15, 2016

    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 14, 2015

    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.

    Feb 24, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes at bldg. front 2 sty.

    Apr 12, 2011

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening consisting of double cylinder keyed lock at entry door to bldg. , 1st story

    Apr 12, 2011

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated lock installed at street entrance door , 1st story

    Jan 15, 2011

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 3 sty northeast apt 5. , section '' ''

    Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 5

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 4 sty northeast apt 8 oshima. located at apt 8

    Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 8

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling 3 sty north apt 5 private hall. , section '' ''

    Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 5

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing knob door vestibule to 1 sty public hall.

    Feb 3, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color wall under sink 3 sty northeast apt 5 kitchen. located at apt 5

    Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 5

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets washbasin 4 sty northeast apt 8 bathroom. , section '' ''

    Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 8

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of concealed water leak ceiling 3 sty north apt 5 bathroom. , section '' ''

    Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 5

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective tile wall 3 sty apt 5 bathroom. , section '' ''

    Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 5

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective mortise lock entrance door 4 sty northeast apt 8. , section '' ''

    Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 8

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Refit door 4 sty northeast apt 8 bathroom. , section '' ''

    Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 8

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Replace with new the missing grout around bathtub 4 sty northeast apt 8 bathroom. , section '' ''

    Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 8

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance 4 sty northeast apt 8. , section '' ''

    Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 8

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls & ceilings 2 sty north apt 5 kitchen. , section '' ''

    Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 5

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls & ceilings 3 sty northeast apt 5 thru out. located at apt 5

    Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 5

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Refit door entrance 4 sty northeast apt 8. , section '' ''

    Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 8

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly secure the loose ceiling light fixture 4 sty northeast apt 8 private hall. , section '' ''

    Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 8

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code provide fire proof self closing door boiler room cellar rear.

    Jan 25, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Install and maintain sufficient light or lights of at least 100 watts incandescent or equivalent each, to light adequately from sunset to sunrise the ear yard.

    Jan 25, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-17.10 adm code post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to building's heating system 1 sty public hall & on boiler room door.

    Jan 25, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code refit door bulkhead to roof.

    Jan 25, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceiling boiler room 26 gauge metal cellar rear.

    Jan 25, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plaster board clg cellar.

    Jan 25, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-17.10 adm code post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to building's heating system 1 sty pub hall.

    Jan 25, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors public hall bulkhead to roof.

    Jan 25, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance 5 sty north apt 5. located at apt 5

    Jan 25, 1988 · Apt 5

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors public hall bulkhead to roof.

    Jan 25, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods rear.

    Jan 25, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 4

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1994

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 16, 1993

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1993

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 1

  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit.work noted construction of deck at rear of property approx 8'x8' & department of building records indicated no permit was issued for the deck.remedy:obtain valid permit or restore to legal

    Apr 13, 2001 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 30, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 4, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 10, 2011 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 22, 2011 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 12, 2011 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 2, 2007 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 29, 2007 · Apt 9

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Jun 9, 2005 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Jun 9, 2005 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Jun 9, 2005 · Apt 1FL

    Close
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  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Jun 9, 2005 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jun 9, 2005 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jun 9, 2005 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Jun 9, 2005 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Dec 15, 2004 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Dec 15, 2004 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Dec 15, 2004 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Dec 15, 2004 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 15, 2004 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Dec 15, 2004 · Apt BLDG

    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 (C7)
Year built
1931
Floors
4
Residential units
10
Building area
7,500 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
306
Council district
39
Block / lot
409 / 6
Assessed value
$673,650
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #342210, last renewed Aug 31, 2025.

Questions about 231 Smith Street

Who owns 231 Smith Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 231 Smith St Realty LLC.

Does 231 Smith Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 49 housing violations at this property.

Is 231 Smith Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 5 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 50% of its 10 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 231 Smith Street built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 231 Smith Street?

It has 10 residential units and 11 units in total.

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