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137 21 Street

Brooklyn, NY 11232BBL 3-00639-0058Map

Owner of record: Spinka Partners LLC

137 21 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1900 in Brooklyn, 11232. It has 5 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Spinka Partners LLC. HPD has recorded 43 housing violations here, most recently on November 24, 2025. 2 of the 43 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
43
DOB violations
3
ECB violations
7
HPD complaints
28

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Nov 24, 2025

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 · 43

  • 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, 2025

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 10, 2025 · Apt 3F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Jan 10, 2025

    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.

    Dec 4, 2024

    Open — Info 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 28, 2023

    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 17, 2022

    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.

    Mar 18, 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.

    Feb 22, 2022

    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 22, 2022

    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 22, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • 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 6, 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 6, 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 12, 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 16, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following a minimum of 100 watts of incandescent light required. (light fixture present)

    Apr 14, 2014

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following a minimum of 100 watts of incandescent light required. (light fixture present)

    Dec 6, 2013

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls and ceilings in the entire apartment located at apt 2-f, 2nd story, apartment at west

    Jul 26, 2002 · Apt 2-F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of a concealed water leak at the ceiling in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 2-f, 2nd story, apartment at west

    Jul 26, 2002 · Apt 2-F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective wooden floor surface in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 2-f, 2nd story, apartment at west

    Jul 26, 2002 · Apt 2-F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective entrance door and frame 2 sty front apt 2f located at apt 2f

    Sep 8, 1993 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly secure the loose door knob at entrance 2 sty front apt 2f. located at apt 2f

    Sep 8, 1993 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective sheetrock ceiling 1 sty public hall.

    Sep 8, 1993

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls and ceilings thru out 2 sty front apt 2f located at apt 2f

    Sep 8, 1993 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice and roaches thru out 2 sty front apt 2f located at apt 2f

    Sep 8, 1993 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective door knob and locking device to entrance door to bldg

    Sep 8, 1993

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit door entrance 2 sty front apt 2f. located at apt 2f

    Sep 8, 1993 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile floor & wall bathroom 2 sty apt 2. , section '' ''

    Apr 19, 1993 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor kitchen 2 sty apt 2. , section '' ''

    Apr 19, 1993 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling & walls thru out 2 sty apt 2. , section '' ''

    Apr 19, 1993 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective windows 1 sty north apt 1r thru out. located at apt 1r

    Nov 1, 1989 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 ard & court bldg north & south.

    Nov 1, 1989

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing walls switch cover 1 sy north apt 1r foyer & bathroom. located at apt 1r

    Nov 1, 1989 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice & roaches 1 sty north apt 1r thru out. located at apt 1r

    Nov 1, 1989 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of uncapped gas line south wall 1 sty north apt 1r foyer. located at apt 1r

    Nov 1, 1989 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electrical wiring ceiling cellar thru out.

    Jun 20, 1989

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl tiles floor vestibule 1 sty public hall.

    Jun 20, 1989

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective mailboxes vestibule 1 sty public hall.

    Jun 20, 1989

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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.

    Jun 20, 1989

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plasterboard ceiling cellar thru out.

    Jun 20, 1989

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 3 sty apt 3. located at apt 3

    Jun 20, 1989 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    § 65 m/d law provide under completed permit, a proper enclosure for the central heating plant, cellar at rear west.

    Jun 20, 1989

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective masonry wall cellar at rear near boiler.

    Jun 20, 1989

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-19.07 adm code provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 50 watts night inspection.

    Jun 13, 1989

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 3

  • Construction other optional

    Letter dated 11/01/2021 the dob notified you of its intent to revoke the approved permit issued for work on the address listed pursuant to section 28-104.10 & 28105.10 of the administrative code. the dob has net received sufficient information to allow approval for the permit.

    Aug 23, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Letter dated 11/01/2021 the dob notified you of its intent to revoke the approved permit issued for work on the address listed pursuant to section 28-104.10 & 28105.10 of the administrative code. the dob has net received sufficient information to allow approval for the permit.

    Aug 23, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Borough comm. has revoked permit#321494780 on april 13,2018 stop all w ork immediately and make site safe

    Apr 16, 2018

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 7

  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldgs wall or appurtenances. noted: at front exterior wall-exp#1 missing bricks at 4 areas in various part of front wall& missing silicone next window at 2nd fl exposing structure of facade.

    Sep 9, 2019 · Penalty $6,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain adequate housekeeping per section requirements. noted: at alt type 2 site,front & rear bldg all floors excessive amount of debris scattered throughout entire property all floors. debris cons

    Dec 20, 2017

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work does not conform to approved construction documents &/or approvedamendments. noted: construction work under alteration type#2 dob job permit#321494780 issued on 11-28-17 exp on 11-17-18 approved plans date

    Dec 20, 2017 · Penalty $500

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain at front of premises 4 course of brick facade approx 20'x20'collapsen to sidewalk crusing a dangerous conditiion to public.remedy:make safe immedately,provide protection for public.

    Jul 3, 2003 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. work noted: new brick facade installed with newmortar joints and brick as well. front windows reduced and rear windowreduced from the regular size, no permit or job filing on record. rem-

    Jun 4, 1999

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. work noted. new brick facade installed with newmortar joints and brickwork as well. front and rear windows reduced old reduced stills remian in place at rear approx. size of reductions

    Nov 30, 1992 · Penalty $1,000

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain. defects 2nd floor apt. floor is sagging approx. 6' to 1' a temporary plywood patch in place by bathroom approx.2'x4' and two different floor levels in question. remedy:make all necessary

    Nov 30, 1992 · Penalty $1,000

    Active

Complaints

  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Apr 26, 2026 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Apr 25, 2026 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 25, 2026 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 25, 2026 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Apr 25, 2026 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Apr 25, 2026 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Apr 25, 2026 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Apr 25, 2026 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Apr 25, 2026 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Apr 25, 2026 · Apt 1B

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Apr 16, 2026 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 7, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 12, 2024 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 12, 2024 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 12, 2024 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    May 27, 2022 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Jul 3, 2019 · Apt 3FL

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Jul 3, 2019 · Apt 3FL

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Sep 18, 2016 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 9, 2005 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 9, 2005 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jul 9, 2005 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jul 9, 2005 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Jul 9, 2005 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Jul 9, 2005 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Jul 9, 2005 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 9, 2005 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Sep 27, 2003 · Apt N/A

    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 (C2)
Year built
1900
Floors
3
Residential units
5
Building area
4,560 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
M1-2D
Community board
307
Council district
38
Block / lot
639 / 58
Assessed value
$677,700
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #338934, last renewed Jul 8, 2026.

Questions about 137 21 Street

Who owns 137 21 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Spinka Partners LLC.

Does 137 21 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 43 housing violations at this property.

Is 137 21 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 137 21 Street built?

City records list 1900 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 137 21 Street?

It has 5 residential units.

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