159 18 Street
Brooklyn, NY 11215BBL 3-00630-0045Map
Owner of record: Bhawan 159 Realty, Ll
159 18 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Brooklyn, 11215. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Bhawan 159 Realty, Ll. HPD has recorded 16 housing violations here, most recently on May 1, 2026. 4 of the 16 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 2 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 16
- DOB violations
- 9
- ECB violations
- 2
- HPD complaints
- 116
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
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.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 16
- ANon-hazardous
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 1, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of freestanding radiator at public hall, 1st story
Apr 21, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 21, 2026 · Apt 1F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection at wash basin wasteline in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 21, 2026 · Apt 1F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 21, 2026 · Apt 1F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 21, 2026 · Apt 1F
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 6, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 3, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 20, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 6, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- IInformation / order
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 12, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 6, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening lock on the exterior side of door in the entrance located at apt 3f, 3rd story, apartment at west
Feb 5, 2014 · Apt 3F
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate ,, in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 3, 2005 · Apt 1R
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective cement & ceramic tile floor 2 sty apt 2f bathroom. , section '' ''
Jan 2, 1990 · Apt 2F
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling 2 sty apt 2f bathroom. , section '' ''
Jan 2, 1990 · Apt 2F
Open — Not complied with
DOB building violations · 9
- Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 26, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 16, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 10, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jun 1, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - 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 - dismissed
ECB violations · 2
- Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg prior ecb #34854568n apt 2r entry own doesnt conform to the requirement of bldg code and multiple dwelling low door is not self closing and not fire proofed as required by bc1008.1 rem:
Jun 3, 2011
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner use of prohibited door and/or hardware per bc 1008.18 27-371j noted at 2nd sty apt# 2r is a non fireproof self closing door consisting of wood w/ 2x2 wired glas
Nov 16, 2010 · Penalty $250
Resolve
Complaints
- Water leak
Heavy flow
Apr 20, 2026 · Apt 1F
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Apr 20, 2026 · Apt 1F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 20, 2026 · Apt 1F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 20, 2026 · Apt 1F
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 20, 2026 · Apt 1F
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 20, 2026 · Apt 1F
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 20, 2026 · Apt 1F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 20, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Oct 22, 2021 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jul 17, 2021 · Apt 3F
Close
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- Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jul 17, 2021 · Apt 3F
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 3, 2014 · Apt 3F
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 25, 2013 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jan 16, 2013 · Apt 1F
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 26, 2012 · Apt 1F
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 2, 2012 · Apt 1F
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 30, 2011 · Apt 1F
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 19, 2010 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 17, 2010 · Apt 3F
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 12, 2009 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 22, 2008 · Apt 2F
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 22, 2008 · Apt 1F
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Mar 8, 2007 · Apt 2F
Close - General
Mold
Feb 22, 2006 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Feb 22, 2006 · Apt 3R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 22, 2006 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Feb 22, 2006 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Floor
Feb 22, 2006 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jan 26, 2006 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Jan 26, 2006 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Floor
Jan 26, 2006 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Jan 23, 2006 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Floor
Jan 23, 2006 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jan 23, 2006 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Floor
Jan 17, 2006 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Jan 17, 2006 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jan 17, 2006 · Apt 3R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 17, 2006 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Floor
Jan 13, 2006 · Apt 3R
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Jan 13, 2005 · Apt 3F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 13, 2005 · Apt 3F
Close - General
Floor
Jan 13, 2005 · Apt 3F
Close - General
Doors
Jan 13, 2005 · Apt 3F
Close - Plumbing
Shower-stall
Jan 13, 2005 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jan 13, 2005 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Mold
Jan 13, 2005 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jan 13, 2005 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jan 13, 2005 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Jan 13, 2005 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jan 13, 2005 · Apt 2R
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C2)
- Year built
- 1920
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 6
- Building area
- 3,600 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,190 ft²
- Zoning
- M1-2D
- Community board
- 307
- Council district
- 38
- Block / lot
- 630 / 45
- Assessed value
- $535,050
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #306042, last renewed Jul 21, 2026.
Questions about 159 18 Street
Who owns 159 18 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Bhawan 159 Realty, Ll.
Does 159 18 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 16 housing violations at this property.
Is 159 18 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 2 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 33% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 159 18 Street built?
City records list 1920 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 159 18 Street?
It has 6 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.