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185 5 Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11217BBL 3-00950-0001Map

Owner of record: 5 Berkley Realty Cor

185 5 Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1920 in Brooklyn, 11217. It has 6 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 5 Berkley Realty Cor. HPD has recorded 70 housing violations here, most recently on April 30, 2026. 7 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 5 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
70
DOB violations
6
ECB violations
4
HPD complaints
57

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Apr 30, 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 83% of the building's 6 apartments

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 · 70

  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective rubber gasket at refrigerator door in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 2R

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • A

    Post a proper notice regarding rent stabilization law, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a conspicuous location within the common area at the buildings entrance. for more information about signage requirements, please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/required-signage.page

    Apr 30, 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.

    Apr 30, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeds maximum temp of 130 degrees in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 8, 2026 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding the maximum temperature of 130 degrees at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 26, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 26, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 26, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective intercom system from building front entrance to south wall return buzzer in the foyer located at apt 2r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 27, 2024 · Apt 2R

    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 one or more lights with an aggregate of not less than 100 watts incandescent or equivalent , 1st story

    Aug 27, 2024

    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 3, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 27, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective upper and lower sash windows at 2nd from east at south in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 2r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 27, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 27, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) north wall, south wall, east wall, west wall, 2nd window frame from west at north wall, 1st window frame from west at north wall in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 22, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 3rd window frame from south at west wall in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 22, 2024 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 22, 2024 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the north wall, south wall, east wall, west wall, 2nd window frame from west at north wall, 1st window frame from west at north wall, 1st window frame from south at west wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 22, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the east wall in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 22, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the east wall in the private hallway located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 22, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the north wall, east wall, 1st window frame from south at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 22, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the north wall, south wall, east wall, west wall, 2nd window frame from south at west wall, 1st window frame from south at west wall in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 22, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by performing activities necessary to abate presumed lead-based paint from required window and/or door friction surfaces for apartment and make floors smooth and cleanable, presumed lead paint in an apartment with a child under six located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 22, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) east wall in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 22, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) east wall in the private hallway located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 22, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) north wall, east wall, 1st window frame from south at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 22, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) north wall, south wall, east wall, west wall, 2nd window frame from south at west wall, 1st window frame from south at west wall in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 22, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 22, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) north wall, south wall, east wall, west wall, 2nd window frame from west at north wall, 1st window frame from west at north wall, 1st window frame from south at west wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 22, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 6; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 22, 2024 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective .. in the entrance located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 22, 2024 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 7; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 22, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 22, 2024 · Apt 3L

    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 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.

    Apr 5, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of air conditioner protruding at window sill on 2nd and 3rd, and 4th story balconies northwest stack, building front

    Sep 22, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of air conditioner protruding at window sill on 4th story balcony west center stack, building front

    Sep 22, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of steel portico and steel fence obstructing dropladder landing at northwest stack fire escape at building front

    Sep 22, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective the secondary building entrance door , 1st story

    Sep 22, 2020

    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

    Sep 22, 2020

    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

    Sep 22, 2020

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of air-conditioners protruding beyond window sill at 4th, 3rd and 2nd story balconies at 2nd fire escape from east at south

    Nov 1, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of flower pots on 4th and 2nd story balconies at 2nd fire escape from east at south

    Nov 1, 2019

    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.

    Oct 28, 2019

    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

    Mar 19, 2015

    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

    Mar 12, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the foyer , the bathroom , the kitchen , the private hallway , the 2nd room from north, the 3rd room from north at east, the 3rd room from north at west, the 4th room from north at east, the 4th room from north at west located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 7, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceilings and walls all stories at public hall

    Jul 24, 2006

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet .. in the bathroom located at apt 2l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 20, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Mar 20, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 6

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 4

  • Class - 2

    Work without permit. noted: illuminated sign reads: "5th ave market" is approx: 25'x 3'. sign has yellow background with red lettering. sign was installed without a permit., obtain all permits

    Nov 18, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Stop all work (no notificationa0 do not remove suspended scaffold. noted: at time of inspection suspended scaffold was installed on exposure#1.owner failed to notify the dept prior to use/installation of c-hook

    Mar 5, 2014 · Penalty $400

    Active
  • Hazardous

    34b,32a,50a-50a holes in boiler room ceiling

    Jul 7, 2006

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    No sidewalk shed. noted: masonery pointing work being done on 4 story bldg on the north and west sides with no protection of public walkway or pedestrians. stop all work! remedy: provide sidewalk shed.

    Sep 2, 2005

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 5, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Mar 5, 2026 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 5, 2026 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 30, 2026 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 29, 2026 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 24, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 22, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 22, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 22, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 22, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 22, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Janitor/super

    Mar 22, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Mar 22, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jan 25, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 16, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 19, 2019 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 22, 2019 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Oct 22, 2019 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 22, 2019 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 22, 2019 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Oct 22, 2019 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Oct 22, 2019 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Oct 22, 2019 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Oct 22, 2019 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 22, 2019 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 22, 2019 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 13, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 22, 2009 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jun 30, 2008 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Aug 10, 2007 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Aug 8, 2007 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 20, 2006 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jul 20, 2006 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jul 20, 2006 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Mar 15, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Mar 15, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • General

    Ceramic-tile

    Mar 15, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • General

    Ceramic-tile

    Mar 15, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 15, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 15, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 15, 2006 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 8, 2006 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jan 27, 2006 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 27, 2006 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 29, 2005 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 28, 2005 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Oct 31, 2005 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 26, 2005 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 22, 2005 · Apt BUILD

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jan 19, 2005 · 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
Mixed residential and retail building (S9)
Year built
1920
Floors
4
Residential units
6
Building area
8,700 ft²
Lot area
2,148 ft²
Zoning
R6A
Community board
306
Council district
39
Block / lot
950 / 1
Assessed value
$2,183,400
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #307825, last renewed Jun 30, 2025.

Questions about 185 5 Avenue

Who owns 185 5 Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 5 Berkley Realty Cor.

Does 185 5 Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 70 housing violations at this property.

Is 185 5 Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 5 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 83% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 185 5 Avenue built?

City records list 1920 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 185 5 Avenue?

It has 6 residential units and 8 units in total.

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