517 3 Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11215BBL 3-01027-0007Map
Owner of record: 517 Realty LLC
517 3 Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11215. It has 6 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 517 Realty LLC. HPD has recorded 127 housing violations here, most recently on April 30, 2026. 10 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 8 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 127
- DOB violations
- 17
- ECB violations
- 5
- HPD complaints
- 169
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
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.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 127
- ANon-hazardous
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
Open — Nov sent out - IInformation / order
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 19, 2025
Open — Info nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective 11th and 12th wood treads from bottom at stairs at 1st public hall bulkhead from north, 4th story
Feb 20, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes household items at rear fire escape balcony 2nd story at yard
Feb 20, 2025
Open — Nov certified late - CImmediately hazardous
Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods drop ladder in down position at rear yard
Feb 20, 2025
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Feb 20, 2025 · Apt 4R
Open — Nov certified late - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Feb 20, 2025 · Apt 4R
Open — Nov certified late - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Feb 20, 2025 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov certified late - ANon-hazardous
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 - IInformation / order
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 20, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 4 square feet at east and south walls, in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 30, 2023 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 4 square feet at east and south walls, in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south original violation 16345080 issued 30-oct-23 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Oct 30, 2023 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of construction matertial on the floor , at public hall, 1st story
Oct 30, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective stucco surface irregular crecks and detached thoughout from 2nd to 3rd story at the building front exterior wall
Oct 30, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective [hinges springs of the apartment door] in the entrance located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 30, 2023 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 30, 2023 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 30, 2023 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 30, 2023 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at the east and south walls, in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 30, 2023 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles, in the kitchenette located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 30, 2023 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at the ceiling north and east walls, in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 30, 2023 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak the dampness ceiling, in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 30, 2023 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the ceramic tiles surface and grouts joints of visible mold at east, south and west walls around bathtub, in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 30, 2023 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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 17, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 18, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at west wall leading to cellar at public hall, 1st story
Jul 11, 2018
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling. at public hall, 1st story
Jul 11, 2018
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
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
Jul 11, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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
Jul 11, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story
Jul 11, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - IInformation / order
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 1, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 6, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
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 100 watts minimum required , light fixture present
Jul 31, 2013
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceilling at public hall, 4th story
Sep 1, 2011
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling at public hall, 4th story
Sep 1, 2011
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 1, 2011 · Apt 4R
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at public hall, 1st story
May 12, 2010
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 4l, 4th story
May 12, 2010 · Apt 4L
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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 100 watts minimum required
Sep 16, 2009
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination no lights at ceiling light fixture at public hall, 1st story
Sep 16, 2009
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination at vestibule at public hall, 1st story
Sep 14, 2009
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination , at public hall, 1st story
Sep 14, 2009
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the all garbage bags and other items at public hall, 1st story
Sep 13, 2009
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination , at public hall, 1st story
Sep 13, 2009
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective light fixtures ceiling vestibule and 1st story public hall
May 8, 2009
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination at ceiling at public hall, 1st story
May 7, 2009
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination at 1st story at public hall, 1st story
Apr 20, 2009
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective electric light fixture at ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Apr 18, 2009
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 17
- Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Erect approximately 35-liner feet of sidewalk shed at exposure 1 to safeguard public and property
Oct 31, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report
Nov 8, 2019
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Feb 6, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
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 - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 3, 2008
Dob violation - active
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- Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 19, 2007
Dob violation - active - 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 31, 2005
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 13, 2004
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 19, 2003
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 26, 2002
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 27, 2001
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 5
- Class - 1
At time of inspection observed exterior facades expo # 01 & 04 instate of disrepair condition including horizontal, vertical & step cracks, spalling and missing stucco throughout. also observed front facade stu
Oct 30, 2023 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain tcf at exp. 1&2 for construction site with expired permit # b000331584-i1-fn as of 01/27/201: observed at exp.1 approx. 44l/ft. of tcf is collapsing onto the public side walk which is a pote
Mar 6, 2023
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building wall(s) or appurtenances at the time of inspection and observed, at exp#2 between 2nd and 3rd floor a section approx 6'x12' had been detached (vinyl siding) (photo) remedy: maintain
Feb 22, 2019
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building wall(s) or appurtenances. noted: at exp.#2, building left side, section of vinyl siding approx 8'x10' has been detached. remedy: maintain exterior building wall
Jan 2, 2019
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building wall(s) or appurtenances. noted:at exposure 2 section of vinyl siding approx 8'x10' has detached and piece of wood stripping approx 8' in height and 1"x3" in size hangs over adjoini
Nov 14, 2018 · Penalty $2,500
Active
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 2, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 18, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Oct 12, 2023 · Apt 1R
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Oct 12, 2023 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 12, 2023 · Apt 1R
Close - Door/window
Door
Oct 12, 2023 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 12, 2023 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 18, 2019 · Apt 3L
Close - General
Ventilation system
Sep 18, 2019 · Apt 3L
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Sep 18, 2019 · Apt 3L
Close
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- Flooring/stairs
Floor
Sep 18, 2019 · Apt 3L
Close - Electric
Lighting
Sep 18, 2019 · Apt 3L
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 19, 2018 · Apt 2R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Jul 15, 2015 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Jul 15, 2015 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 19, 2013 · Apt NA
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 30, 2011 · Apt 4L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 30, 2011 · Apt 4L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 26, 2010 · Apt 4L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 4, 2010 · Apt 4L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 1, 2010 · Apt 4L
Close - Heating
Heat related
May 12, 2010 · Apt 4L
Close - Heating
Heat related
May 12, 2010 · Apt 4L
Close - General
Fire-escape
Mar 11, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - Electric
Bell-buzzer/intercom
Mar 11, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - Electric
Lighting
Mar 11, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Stairs
Mar 11, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 11, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Mar 11, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Mar 11, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Windows
Mar 11, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - Nonconst
Smoke detector
Mar 11, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 31, 2009 · Apt 4L
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Dec 13, 2009 · Apt 4R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 1, 2009 · Apt 4L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 15, 2009 · Apt 4L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 14, 2009 · Apt 4L
Close - Electric
Lighting
Sep 15, 2009 · Apt 4L
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Sep 13, 2009 · Apt 4L
Close - Electric
Lighting
Sep 11, 2009 · Apt 4L
Close - Electric
Lighting
May 9, 2009 · Apt 4L
Close - Electric
Lighting
May 8, 2009 · Apt 4L
Close - Electric
Lighting
May 8, 2009 · Apt 4L
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
May 7, 2009 · Apt 4L
Close - Electric
Lighting
May 6, 2009 · Apt 4L
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Apr 20, 2009 · Apt 4L
Close - Electric
Wiring
Apr 20, 2009 · Apt 4L
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Apr 20, 2009 · Apt 4L
Close - Electric
Lighting
Apr 17, 2009 · Apt 4L
Close - Electric
Lighting
Apr 17, 2009 · Apt 4L
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Mixed residential and retail building (S9)
- Year built
- 1931
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 6
- Building area
- 4,872 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,850 ft²
- Zoning
- M1-2
- Community board
- 306
- Council district
- 38
- Block / lot
- 1027 / 7
- Assessed value
- $832,050
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #353639, last renewed Oct 18, 2024.
Questions about 517 3 Avenue
Who owns 517 3 Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 517 Realty LLC.
Does 517 3 Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 127 housing violations at this property.
Is 517 3 Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 8 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 517 3 Avenue built?
City records list 1931 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 517 3 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.