497 7 Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11215BBL 3-01112-0001Map
Owner of record: 497 Realty LLC
497 7 Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Brooklyn, 11215. It has 15 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 497 Realty LLC. HPD has recorded 100 housing violations here, most recently on September 24, 2025. 1 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 13 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 100
- DOB violations
- 13
- ECB violations
- 5
- HPD complaints
- 100
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 · 100
- CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at vestibule at public hall, 1st story
Sep 24, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of household items at 4 story balcony building front at fire escape
Sep 24, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Refit to window stiles of the upper sash window 1st from west at north, in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 25, 2025 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles, in the kitchen located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 25, 2025 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at east wall, in the kitchen located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 25, 2025 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet , in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 25, 2025 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles,, in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 25, 2025 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wood door 1st from east at south, in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 25, 2025 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles, in the 2nd room from north located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 25, 2025 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall, in the 2nd room from north located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 25, 2025 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles,, in the foyer located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 25, 2025 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles,, in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 25, 2025 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles,, in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 25, 2025 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at the entrance to vestibule 1st from east at south, at public hall, 1st story
Aug 25, 2025
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of rats and all underlying causes creating the pest infestations, by using integrated pest management (ipm), eliminate all burrow entry and passageways, pest nests, holes, gaps or cracks in walls, ceilings, floors, fixing leaks and managing garbage in public areas. evidence found at building front lot line sections, fresh rats droppings presented, court
Aug 25, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the visible mold at grouts joints of the ceramic tiles at north and east walls around bathtub, in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 25, 2025 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective floor ceramic tiles in the bathroom located at apt 4b, 4th story
Oct 12, 2023 · Apt 4B
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at bulkhead at public hall stairs, 4th story
Oct 12, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of books and shelves at public hall stairs, 4th story
Oct 12, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system wrong information at public hall, 1st story
Oct 2, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing door stopper installed at vestibule door at public hall, 1st story
May 19, 2022
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.
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.
Feb 18, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective strike plate on door frame in the bathroom located at apt 4b, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 24, 2021 · Apt 4B
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective closet door lock in the 2nd room from north located at apt 4b, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 24, 2021 · Apt 4B
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Refit lower door to hinge at north closet in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 4b, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 24, 2021 · Apt 4B
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Refit vestibule door at public hall, 1st story
Sep 22, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the rubbish at west yard
Sep 22, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective at ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Sep 22, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Sep 22, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from at least 1 window or provide approved type gate , in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 3, 2021 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures (light fixture) at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 3, 2021 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Code: arrange and make self-closing the doors , in the entrance located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 3, 2021 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling approx. 8 sq. ft in the bathroom located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 27, 2021 · Apt 1B
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation heat riser at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 27, 2021 · Apt 1B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling approx. 8 sq. ft in the bathroom located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east original violation 14525367 issued 27-aug-21 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Aug 27, 2021 · Apt 1B
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Refit building entrance door at public hall, 1st story
Aug 27, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of plexiglass installed at building entrance and vestibule doors at public hall, 1st story
Aug 27, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of household items on 2nd and 3rd story balconies at building front
Aug 27, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 27, 2021 · Apt 1B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 27, 2021 · Apt 1B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 27, 2021 · Apt 1B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Provide wire glass panels at vestibule and building entrance doors at public hall, 1st story
Aug 27, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Refit vestibule door at public hall, 1st story
Aug 27, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jul 1, 2021 · Apt 1B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection wasteline at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 30, 2021 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 30, 2021 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 30, 2021 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelain enamel finish at bathtub by method of reglazing in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 30, 2021 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tile at walking area in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 30, 2021 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 13
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report
Nov 8, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed
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- 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
Jan 31, 2005
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 16, 1993
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 5
- Class - 1
Failure to comply w/commissioner's order contained in summons/v35534980z issued8/24/21 &to file c/c pursuant to28-201.1&1rcny102-01.work w/opermit comply w/commissioner's order &/or file c/c.
Dec 2, 2021
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35534980z issued on 8/24/2021 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.work without a permit.
Oct 4, 2021
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#100219cfeu307011k issued on 10/02/19 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. noted: as per feu instructions to owner to
Aug 24, 2021
Resolve - Class - 3
Work w.o permit. noted: 8 ft height. plywood job site fence is erectedw.o permit. remedy: obtain permit or restore premises to prior condition.
Aug 31, 2009
Resolve - Non-hazardous
B4b,50a.50a-hi carbon monoxide reading from ventilation system(fire dept).
Mar 27, 2008 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Nov 6, 2025 · Apt ALL
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 8, 2025 · Apt 1A
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Sep 8, 2025 · Apt 1A
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Jul 26, 2025 · Apt 1A
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jul 26, 2025 · Apt 1A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 26, 2025 · Apt 1A
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Jul 26, 2025 · Apt 1A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 11, 2023 · Apt 2B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 10, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 10, 2023 · Apt 3A
Close
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- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 2, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 2, 2023 · Apt 3A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Sep 30, 2023 · Apt 3A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 4, 2022 · Apt 3A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 7, 2022 · Apt 3A
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Sep 23, 2021 · Apt 4B
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Sep 23, 2021 · Apt 4B
Close - Electric
No lighting
Sep 23, 2021 · Apt 4B
Close - Door/window
Door
Sep 23, 2021 · Apt 4B
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Sep 23, 2021 · Apt 4B
Close - Flooring/stairs
Stairs
Sep 23, 2021 · Apt 4B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Sep 20, 2021 · Apt 3A
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Jun 19, 2021 · Apt 1A
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Jun 19, 2021 · Apt 1A
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jun 19, 2021 · Apt 1A
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jun 19, 2021 · Apt 1A
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Jun 19, 2021 · Apt 1A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 19, 2021 · Apt 1A
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jun 19, 2021 · Apt 1A
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jun 19, 2021 · Apt 1A
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jun 19, 2021 · Apt 1A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 19, 2021 · Apt 1A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 19, 2021 · Apt 1A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jun 19, 2021 · Apt 1A
Close - Door/window
Door
Jun 19, 2021 · Apt 1A
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 5, 2021 · Apt 1B
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 5, 2021 · Apt 1B
Close - Electric
Wiring
Mar 5, 2021 · Apt 1B
Close - Electric
No lighting
Mar 5, 2021 · Apt 1B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 18, 2017 · Apt 2B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 18, 2017 · Apt 2B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 17, 2017 · Apt 2A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 23, 2016 · Apt 3A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 14, 2016 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 13, 2016 · Apt 2A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 11, 2015 · Apt 1A
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Dec 29, 2014 · Apt 3A
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Aug 19, 2014 · Apt 1A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 19, 2014 · Apt 1A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 19, 2014 · Apt 1A
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C7)
- Year built
- 1920
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 15
- Building area
- 11,088 ft²
- Lot area
- 3,804 ft²
- Zoning
- R6A
- Community board
- 307
- Council district
- 39
- Block / lot
- 1112 / 1
- Assessed value
- $707,400
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #326629, last renewed Jul 28, 2025.
Questions about 497 7 Avenue
Who owns 497 7 Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 497 Realty LLC.
Does 497 7 Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 100 housing violations at this property.
Is 497 7 Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 13 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 87% of its 15 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 497 7 Avenue built?
City records list 1920 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 497 7 Avenue?
It has 15 residential units and 17 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.