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493 12 Street

Brooklyn, NY 11215BBL 3-01097-0067Map

Owner of record: 493 12th St Associates

493 12 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1901 in Brooklyn, 11215. It has 16 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 493 12th St Associates. HPD has recorded 76 housing violations here, most recently on May 1, 2026. 44 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 16 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
76
DOB violations
2
ECB violations
3
HPD complaints
95

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

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

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
16
About 100% of the building's 16 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 · 76

  • 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
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... , 1st story

    Mar 4, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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.

    Mar 4, 2024

    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, 1st story

    Mar 4, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    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., 1st story

    Mar 4, 2024

    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 , 1st story

    Mar 4, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water temperature exceed 130 degrees in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Mar 4, 2024 · Apt 2D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from north located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 9, 2023 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 9, 2023 · Apt 3B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Dec 9, 2023 · Apt 3B

    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.

    Mar 20, 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.

    Feb 18, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Refit upper sash window in the bathroom located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Feb 28, 2009 · Apt 2D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east wall in the private hallway located at apt 2d, 2nd story

    Feb 26, 2009 · Apt 2D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Feb 26, 2009 · Apt 2D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 150 watts

    Feb 15, 2006

    Open — Not complied with
  • 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 100 watts at front areaway

    Mar 11, 2005

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Make safe by properly repairing the structural defect 3floor joists cellar rear dry rotted cut sections replaced with 2x4s at open space, cellar

    Jan 9, 2003

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 2, 2003 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective; tenant: mr. shannon, m. in the entire apartment located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 22, 2001 · Apt 1B

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice and roaches thru out 3 sty southwest apt 3a. , section '' ''

    Mar 24, 1995 · Apt 3A

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor and wall tiles bathroom 3 sty southwest apt 3a. , section '' ''

    Mar 24, 1995 · Apt 3A

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls and ceilings thru out 3 sty southwest apt 3a. , section '' ''

    Mar 24, 1995 · Apt 3A

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective wood floor kitchen and front room 3 sty southwest apt 3a. , section '' ''

    Mar 24, 1995 · Apt 3A

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Refit entrance door to 1 sty apt 1c , section '' ''

    Jan 24, 1994 · Apt 1C

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 1 sty apt 1c , section '' ''

    Jan 24, 1994 · Apt 1C

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective painted air vent valve at radiator front room 1 sty apt 1c , section '' ''

    Jan 24, 1994 · Apt 1C

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Replace with new the missing toe molding thru out 1 sty apt 1c , section '' ''

    Jan 24, 1994 · Apt 1C

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floors thru out 1 sty apt 1c , section '' ''

    Jan 24, 1994 · Apt 1C

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches thru out 1 sty apt 1c , section '' ''

    Jan 24, 1994 · Apt 1C

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 3 sty south apt 3d , section '' ''

    Jul 20, 1993 · Apt 3D

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective wood sink cabinet kitchen 1 sty apt 1d. , section '' ''

    May 17, 1993 · Apt 1D

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly secure the loose marble door saddle entrance door bathroom 1 sty apt 1d. , section '' ''

    May 17, 1993 · Apt 1D

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 4 sty northwest apt 4a. , section '' ''

    May 7, 1993 · Apt 4A

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 1 sty apt 1d , section '' ''

    Apr 11, 1993 · Apt 1D

    Open — Not complied with
  • 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 100 watts night inspection.

    Jan 21, 1991

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 3 sty southeast apt 3c robinson. , section '' ''

    Oct 23, 1989 · Apt 3C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance to 3 sty southwest apt 3a. , section '' ''

    Oct 4, 1989 · Apt 3A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls & ceiling thru out 3 sty southwest apt 3a. , section '' ''

    Oct 4, 1989 · Apt 3A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 3 sty southwest apt 3a coffee. , section '' ''

    Oct 4, 1989 · Apt 3A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of concealed water leak ceiling 2 sty east apt 2c bathroom. , section '' ''

    Jun 1, 1989 · Apt 2C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceilings 2 sty east apt 2c kitchen & bathroom. , section '' ''

    Jun 1, 1989 · Apt 2C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing glass skylight roof rear.

    May 31, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing metal nosing top landing 2 sty public hall.

    May 31, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of overgrown tree branch gooseneck ladder roof rear fire escape.

    May 31, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance to bulkhead roof.

    May 31, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-19.07 adm code 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 50 watts r326.

    May 31, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of household articles 1 and 4 sty public and hall.

    May 31, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electric wire wall outlet at 2 sty public hall.

    May 31, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-41.15 adm code 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.

    May 31, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 2

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection

    Sep 23, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 16, 1993

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 3

  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg.defects noted:the ceiling above the stairway located on the 4th fl level is sagging w/an horizontal crack along th e entire length of the stairwy appr. 1/8 inch wide, in possible dange

    Oct 2, 2006 · Penalty $800

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg.defects are numerous amount of first floor wood joists are rotten, broken and sagging at various locations. remedy:maintain bldg forthwith

    May 20, 2003 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain (interior) noted: 4 rotted joist beams at 1st floor level. remedy: maintain building, replace joists in question. obtain structural engineers report on remaining joists. obtain approvals &

    Jan 9, 2003 · Penalty $800

    Active

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 14, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 14, 2026 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 14, 2026 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 14, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 14, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 14, 2026 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Feb 14, 2026 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 14, 2026 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 14, 2026 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 10, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Aug 17, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 27, 2025 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 2, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 8, 2023 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Dec 8, 2023 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Dec 8, 2023 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Dec 8, 2023 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Dec 8, 2023 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 6, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Signage missing

    Oct 6, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Oct 6, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Aug 12, 2016 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 12, 2016 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 27, 2012 · Apt 15

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 2, 2010 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 24, 2009 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Feb 24, 2009 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Feb 24, 2009 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 24, 2009 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 24, 2009 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 3, 2008 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 27, 2008 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 22, 2008 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Sep 7, 2008 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 15, 2008 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat-plant

    Apr 3, 2008 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 3, 2008 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 14, 2008 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Feb 14, 2008 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Door/frame

    Feb 14, 2008 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 14, 2008 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 14, 2008 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Feb 14, 2008 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Feb 14, 2008 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Feb 14, 2008 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 14, 2008 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 14, 2008 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Feb 14, 2008 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 14, 2008 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Feb 14, 2008 · Apt 3C

    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 (C1)
Year built
1901
Floors
4
Residential units
16
Building area
7,600 ft²
Lot area
2,600 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
306
Council district
39
Block / lot
1097 / 67
Assessed value
$789,750
Landmark / historic district
Park Slope Historic District

HPD registration #310527, last renewed Jul 2, 2025.

Questions about 493 12 Street

Who owns 493 12 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 493 12th St Associates.

Does 493 12 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 76 housing violations at this property.

Is 493 12 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 16 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 16 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 493 12 Street built?

City records list 1901 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 493 12 Street?

It has 16 residential units.

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