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581 Vanderbilt Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11238BBL 3-01130-0002Map

Owner of record: 581 Plaza LLC

581 Vanderbilt Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1880 in Brooklyn, 11238. It has 6 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 581 Plaza LLC. HPD has recorded 35 housing violations here, most recently on June 1, 2026. 9 of the 35 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
35
DOB violations
3
ECB violations
1
HPD complaints
39

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Jun 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

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 · 35

  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at building enetrance door at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 1, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch set at building enetrance door at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 1, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures ... in the entire apartment located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Feb 20, 2025 · Apt 3F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at hinges in the entrance located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Feb 20, 2025 · Apt 3F

    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 3f, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Feb 20, 2025 · Apt 3F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Feb 20, 2025 · Apt 3F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at hinges, at building front entrance door

    Feb 20, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Jun 4, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Jun 4, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective left and right closet doors at west wall in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 4, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective window stool at east in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 4, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 4, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 4, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective springbalance at lower sash at 1st window from north at east in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 4, 2024 · Apt 2R

    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 12, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 20, 2024 · Apt 3F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Device present on central heating system which is capable of causing an otherwise operable system to become inoperable locked door at basement

    Mar 20, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at basement

    Mar 20, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 16, 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 14, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water in the entire apartment located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 16, 2007 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly secure the loose wood tread 11th from bottom at 3rd story public hall stairs.

    Dec 16, 2007

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly secure the loose wood tread 15th from bottom at 2nd story public hall stairs.

    Dec 16, 2007

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination at 2nd story public hall.

    Dec 16, 2007

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace the broken or defective sink in the kitchen located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 29, 2006 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures gas line capped in the kitchen located at apt 2f, 2nd story, apartment at west

    Feb 27, 2006 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective mail boxes at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 27, 2006

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace the broken or defective and missing in the kitchen located at apt 2f, 2nd story, apartment at west

    Feb 27, 2006 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective door bell located at apt 2f, 2nd story, apartment at west

    Feb 27, 2006 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    § 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration drop ceiling installed in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, apartment at west

    Feb 27, 2006 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 2f, 2nd story, apartment at west

    Feb 27, 2006 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling 3 sty west apt 1 east room. located at apt 1

    Jul 1, 1988 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the cans etc roof thru out.

    Jul 1, 1988

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors cellar to 1 sty public hall.

    Jul 1, 1988

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls thru out 4 sty west apt.

    Jul 1, 1988

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 3

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

    Nov 14, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Nov 16, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Nov 16, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 1

  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit: work noted construction of sheet rock partition walls creating two rooms at cellar rear. remedy: obtain a permit or restore the cellar to prior legal condition.

    May 29, 2002

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Door/window

    Door

    May 1, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 18, 2025 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 22, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Mar 26, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 26, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window pane

    Mar 26, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 19, 2024 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 20, 2024 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 18, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
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  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 3, 2009 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 27, 2008 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 26, 2008 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 24, 2008 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 16, 2008 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 7, 2008 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 2, 2008 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 6, 2008 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    May 13, 2008 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    May 13, 2008 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    May 12, 2008 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    May 8, 2008 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    May 8, 2008 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Janitor/super

    Apr 25, 2008 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Apr 25, 2008 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 25, 2008 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 24, 2007 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 9, 2007 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Mar 22, 2006 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Feb 22, 2006 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Feb 22, 2006 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Feb 22, 2006 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Feb 22, 2006 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Feb 22, 2006 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 22, 2006 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Feb 8, 2006 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 8, 2006 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 7, 2006 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 28, 2005 · 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
Mixed residential and retail building (S5)
Year built
1880
Floors
4
Residential units
6
Building area
4,864 ft²
Lot area
1,703 ft²
Zoning
R7A
Community board
308
Council district
35
Block / lot
1130 / 2
Assessed value
$858,150
Landmark / historic district
Prospect Heights Historic District

HPD registration #317174, last renewed Sep 13, 2025.

Questions about 581 Vanderbilt Avenue

Who owns 581 Vanderbilt Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 581 Plaza LLC.

Does 581 Vanderbilt Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 35 housing violations at this property.

Is 581 Vanderbilt Avenue 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 581 Vanderbilt Avenue built?

City records list 1880 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 581 Vanderbilt Avenue?

It has 6 residential units and 7 units in total.

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