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238 Flatbush Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11217BBL 3-00933-0041Map

Owner of record: 238 Flatbsh Avenue LLC

238 Flatbush Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1920 in Brooklyn, 11217. It has 3 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 238 Flatbsh Avenue LLC. HPD has recorded 45 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 34 of the 45 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
45
DOB violations
0
ECB violations
5
HPD complaints
10

What to know

Concern
2 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

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 · 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
  • 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 22, 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 9, 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 24, 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 24, 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 8, 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 8, 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 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 17, 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 22, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • 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
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin bedbugs in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 4th story

    Oct 12, 2006 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of front entrance door to bldg locked preventing access to bells for apts.

    Jul 10, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-20.08,20.09 adm code file certification of satisfactory installation of smoke detecting device in accordance with h.p.d. rules and regulations.

    May 5, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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.

    Dec 28, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-19.05 adm code provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination vestibule & ust sty public hall.

    Dec 28, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Section 178, 217 m/d law make effective the light and ventilation of skylight by removing from beneath same the domelight located in ceiling 4 sty public hall.

    Dec 28, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling private hall & kitchen 3 sty apt.

    Dec 28, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-21.03 adm code paint or post a sign indicating floors all stys public hall.

    Dec 28, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-19.05 adm code provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination public hall vestibule.

    Dec 28, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plasterboard at cellar ceiling northwest.

    Dec 28, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Dec 28, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the rear yard.

    Dec 28, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes 2 sty balcony rear.

    Dec 28, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Section 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 frame missing.

    Dec 28, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-20.08 adm code post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing.

    Dec 28, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective door buzzer at 3 sty apt to front entrance door.

    Dec 28, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors bulkhead 4 sty public hall stairs to roof.

    Dec 28, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of household items 4 sty public hall & stairs to roof.

    Dec 28, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing wall electric light fixture 4 sty public hall.

    Dec 28, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-20.08,20.09 adm code provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 3 sty apt .

    Dec 28, 1984

    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 apt.

    Dec 28, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of household items 2 sty public hall.

    Dec 28, 1984

    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 2 sty apt.

    Dec 28, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-10.01 adm code fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing goose neck ladder rear 4 sty to roof.

    Dec 28, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors 4 sty rear.

    Dec 28, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of uncapped gas line wall cellar front.

    Dec 28, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors boiler room cellar center.

    Dec 28, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code provide register with fusible link at cellar boiler room enclosure.

    Dec 28, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Section 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration door erected 1 sty rear of building to rear yard.

    Dec 28, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-14.03 adm code provide sufficient, proper and separate metal receptacles for the deposit of garbage, rubbish and other waste material and arrange for collection and disposal of such material.

    Dec 28, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing ceiling light fixture vestibule.

    Dec 28, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective bell in vestibule to 3 sty apt entrance buzzer.

    Dec 28, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective buzzer system vestibble 1 sty public hall to 4 sty apt.

    Sep 24, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective bells system public hall to all apts.

    Sep 24, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 0

No DOB violations on record

ECB violations · 5

  • Class - 2

    Change in use / occupancy of c of o as per 28-118.3.1 - 28-118.3.2 by operating a place of assembly as per when the c of o does not allow such occupancy. note c of o indicate 50 person (# 1988512) @ time of ins

    Mar 22, 2014 · Penalty $500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Operation of a pa w/o a current certification operation at time of inspection occupancy was approx 85 persons. remedy: obtain a pa c/o.

    Apr 2, 2010 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner. illumination for exits, exit discharges and public corridors per bc 1006.1-27/381 - exit sign not illuminated at front exit door - exit sign not operable at

    Oct 23, 2009 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to c/o. illegal occupancy noted. c/o #108852 indicates occupancy at 1st flr to be 50 persons at time of inspection there were approx: 70 persons at 1st flr level. remedy: discontinue illegal

    Oct 23, 2009

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Operation of a p.a. contrary to the c of o when the current c of o allows for the operation of p.a. legal occupancy for 80 persons.c of o #108852.remedy:obtain p.a. permit.

    May 11, 2007 · Penalty $2,500

    Active

Complaints

  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 23, 2008 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 7, 2007 · Apt 16G

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 17, 2007 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 9, 2006 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Oct 6, 2006 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Oct 6, 2006 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Oct 6, 2006 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Apr 14, 2004 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 14, 2003 · Apt BLDG.

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 25, 2003 · Apt 3

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Mixed residential and retail building (S3)
Year built
1920
Floors
4
Residential units
3
Building area
4,780 ft²
Lot area
1,724 ft²
Zoning
R7A
Community board
306
Council district
39
Block / lot
933 / 41
Assessed value
$1,254,600
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #321137, last renewed Jul 8, 2026.

Questions about 238 Flatbush Avenue

Who owns 238 Flatbush Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 238 Flatbsh Avenue LLC.

Does 238 Flatbush Avenue have violations?

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

Is 238 Flatbush Avenue 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 238 Flatbush Avenue built?

City records list 1920 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 238 Flatbush Avenue?

It has 3 residential units and 4 units in total.

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