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639 President Street

Brooklyn, NY 11215BBL 3-00955-0054Map

Owner of record: 639 President St HDFC

639 President Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Brooklyn, 11215. It has 10 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 639 President St HDFC. HPD has recorded 28 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 16 of the 28 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
28
DOB violations
3
ECB violations
4
HPD complaints
14

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 5, 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 · 28

  • 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 5, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    § 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder at building front at fire escape

    Sep 23, 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 10, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 1, 2023 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range at stove in the kitchen located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 1, 2023 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Sep 1, 2023 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Sep 1, 2023 · Apt 2L

    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 24, 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.

    Mar 1, 2022

    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.

    Mar 1, 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 12, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    § 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder at fire escape building front

    Jun 19, 2019

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of garbage cans stored under dropladder at front fire escape

    Jun 19, 2019

    Open — Invalid certification
  • A

    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 minimum required 100 watts (light fixture present) at front areaway, 1st story

    Apr 18, 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.

    Nov 14, 2016

    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 13, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Section 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder at the building front at fire escape

    May 23, 2007

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Section 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder at front of the building at fire escape

    May 2, 2007

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Dec 28, 2006 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective counter balance bottom sash south window in the bathroom located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 28, 2006 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective brown stone tread and platform at stairs building front

    Dec 14, 2006

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing light fixture ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 14, 2006

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electrical wires ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 14, 2006

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Section 62 m/d law rearrange television and/or radio antenna to be at least 10 feet above roof and not attached to any fire escape or soil or vent line roof at rear.

    May 17, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing.

    May 17, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Apr 20, 1981

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code provide approved fireproof self closing door with key operated deadbolt & latch set peephole & chain door guard at entrance to 5th sty east apt.

    Jul 25, 1978

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 3

  • Construction other optional

    Failure to maintain building apt 2r dryer ventilation correct to filte ration box not out side remedy; mainhtain buulding connect ventilation to outside

    Nov 27, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 4

  • Class - 2

    Steam equalizer pipe leaking at boiler/combustion air 1/2 blocked/chimney base 1/2 full;correct violation and submit the certificate of correction

    Aug 29, 2023 · Penalty $655

    Active
  • Class - 2

    New gas piping installed from building shutoff valve in cellar to all gas meters without a dob permit, obtain all permits; correct violation an submit the certificate of correction

    Aug 29, 2023 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Lochinvar hwh has holes in the draft hood and is corroded/safety valve discharge pipe is incorrect/, maintain boiler; correct violation and submit the certificate of correction

    Aug 29, 2023 · Penalty $655

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain: defect is: hung plaster ceiling at 5th floor rear east (right) side apartment has collapsed. remedy: perform all repairs in a safe & lawful manner

    Jul 27, 1993 · Penalty $800

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 20, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Aug 31, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Aug 31, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 12, 2023 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 2, 2016 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 11, 2010 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 2, 2007 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Fire-escape

    May 11, 2007 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 8, 2007 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Fire-escape

    Apr 3, 2007 · Apt 2R

    Close
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  • General

    Windows

    Dec 5, 2006 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 5, 2006 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Oct 19, 2006 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Oct 19, 2006 · Apt 2R

    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 (C6)
Year built
1920
Floors
5
Residential units
10
Building area
6,875 ft²
Lot area
2,000 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
306
Council district
39
Block / lot
955 / 54
Assessed value
$1,012,500
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #334157, last renewed Oct 20, 2025.

Questions about 639 President Street

Who owns 639 President Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 639 President St HDFC.

Does 639 President Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 28 housing violations at this property.

Is 639 President 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 639 President Street built?

City records list 1920 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 639 President Street?

It has 10 residential units.

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