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838 40 Street

Brooklyn, NY 11232BBL 3-00920-0020Map

Owner of record: Huang, Xin Qi

838 40 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1925 in Brooklyn, 11232. It has 4 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Huang, Xin Qi. HPD has recorded 101 housing violations here, most recently on May 1, 2026. 2 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
101
DOB violations
1
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
126

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation May 1, 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

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 · 101

  • 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 1, 2026

    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

    Oct 1, 2025

    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.

    Jun 6, 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.

    Nov 29, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective glass window pane at lower sash in the 1st room from north located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 24, 2024 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wooden wall cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Apr 10, 2024 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 3rd room from east located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Apr 10, 2024 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color west wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Apr 10, 2024 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east wall in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Apr 10, 2024 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color window recess in the private hallway located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Apr 10, 2024 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
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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 8, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Mar 20, 2024 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 20, 2024 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 20, 2024 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 20, 2024 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective counter balance at lower sash window at west in the 5th room from east located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 20, 2024 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective counter balance at lower sash window at north in the 1st room from east located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 20, 2024 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective upper sink cabinet detached in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 20, 2024 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at east and west wall in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 20, 2024 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective counter balance at lower sash window in the private hallway located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 20, 2024 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 20, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 3, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the west wall in the private hallway located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Dec 15, 2021 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling and all walls in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Dec 15, 2021 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective in the entrance located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Aug 4, 2021 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 1st story

    May 26, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing safety caps at south wall electrical outlet at public hall, 1st story

    May 26, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    May 26, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination at ceiling in the vestibule at public hall, 1st story

    May 26, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective in the entrance located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    May 26, 2021 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective subfloor in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    May 26, 2021 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at east wall under sink cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    May 26, 2021 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    May 26, 2021 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    May 26, 2021

    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 6, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defctive located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Aug 10, 2018 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Aug 10, 2018 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective grout at walls around bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Aug 10, 2018 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing escutcheon plate at heat riser at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Aug 10, 2018 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective marble saddle at entrance in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Aug 10, 2018 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tile in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Aug 10, 2018 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood base cabinet at washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Aug 10, 2018 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective base cabinet at sink in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Aug 10, 2018 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floot tiles around base cabinet at sink in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Aug 10, 2018 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color wall around base cabinet at sink in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Aug 10, 2018 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling and walls in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Aug 10, 2018 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... 1sq.ft. around north window in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Aug 10, 2018 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 1

  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jul 9, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Oct 1, 2025 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jun 12, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jun 12, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jun 12, 2025 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window pane

    Jul 11, 2024 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Mar 15, 2024 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Jan 22, 2024 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jan 22, 2024 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jan 22, 2024 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 22, 2024 · Apt 1R

    Close
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  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jan 22, 2024 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 22, 2024 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jan 22, 2024 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 4, 2023 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 22, 2022 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Mar 21, 2022 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 2, 2022 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 20, 2021 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 20, 2021 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Nov 20, 2021 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 20, 2021 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    May 23, 2021 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Cabinet

    May 23, 2021 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    May 23, 2021 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Aug 10, 2018 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Jun 1, 2018 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 21, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 21, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Aug 4, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 4, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Aug 4, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 4, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 4, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 4, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 4, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Aug 4, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 4, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jun 26, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jun 26, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 26, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jun 26, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 26, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Cabinet

    Jun 26, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 26, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 26, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jun 26, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jun 26, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 22, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Jun 22, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jun 22, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Jul 1, 2026$1,600,000Rentals - walkup apartments4

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C3)
Year built
1925
Floors
2
Residential units
4
Building area
3,276 ft²
Lot area
2,504 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
312
Council district
38
Block / lot
920 / 20
Assessed value
$405,450
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #316017, last renewed Aug 13, 2025.

Questions about 838 40 Street

Who owns 838 40 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Huang, Xin Qi.

Does 838 40 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 101 housing violations at this property.

Is 838 40 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 838 40 Street built?

City records list 1925 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 838 40 Street?

It has 4 residential units.

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