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638 Sterling Place

Brooklyn, NY 11238BBL 3-01175-0049Map

Owner of record: 638 Sterling Place Hd

638 Sterling Place is a walk-up apartment building built in 1905 in Brooklyn, 11238. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is 638 Sterling Place Hd. HPD has recorded 129 housing violations here, most recently on May 6, 2026. 14 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
129
DOB violations
16
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
98

What to know

Concern
5 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 6, 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 · 129

  • 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 6, 2026

    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 11, 2025

    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

    Oct 24, 2024

    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 11, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Nov 19, 2023 · Apt 1L

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

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

    Nov 19, 2023 · Apt 1L

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of excessive vegetation at building rear yard obstructing egress from south fire escape

    May 25, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 1; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 1; in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    May 25, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove the illegal double cylinder key operated locking device at door at secondary entrance door located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    May 25, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    May 25, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... ceiling (approx. 28 sqft) in the cellar

    May 25, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... ceiling (approx. 28 sqft) in the cellar original violation 16011098 issued 25-may-23 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    May 25, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door leading to building rear yard

    May 25, 2023

    Open — Second no access to re-inspect violation
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door leading to 1st story public hall at cellar

    May 25, 2023

    Open — Second no access to re-inspect violation
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective boiler room door in the cellar

    May 25, 2023

    Open — Second no access to re-inspect violation
  • 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 27, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 3sq ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south original violation 15617414 issued 17-dec-22 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Dec 17, 2022 · Apt 1L

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

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

    Dec 17, 2022 · Apt 1L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 3sq ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 17, 2022 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective .. the vestibule door at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 17, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 17, 2022

    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, 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 2, 2022

    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.

    Mar 2, 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 13, 2021

    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 31, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Jan 17, 2019 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jan 17, 2019 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant south wall at public hall, 6th story

    Oct 23, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling,south and west wall in the bathroom located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 1, 2018 · Apt 1L

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the kitchen located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 1, 2018 · Apt 1L

    Open — Nov certified late
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the south wall, 2nd window frame from west at north wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Aug 29, 2018 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the east wall in the private hallway located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Aug 29, 2018 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling, west wall in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Aug 29, 2018 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) south wall, 2nd window frame from west at north wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Aug 29, 2018 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) ceiling, west wall in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Aug 29, 2018 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) ceiling, west wall in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Aug 29, 2018 · Apt 2R

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) east wall in the private hallway located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Aug 29, 2018 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Aug 20, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Aug 20, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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. at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 20, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box sign missing at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 20, 2018

    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. at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 20, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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

    Aug 20, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 2; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Aug 20, 2018 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over the ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Aug 20, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective marble saddle at door in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Aug 20, 2018 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    Aug 20, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective heavy duty lock and latch set at entrance door in the foyer located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 24, 2015 · Apt 1L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Replace with new the missing cover plate at east wall outlet in the bathroom located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 24, 2015 · Apt 1L

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 16

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report

    Mar 3, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • 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
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  • 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 19, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 2

  • Class - 2

    B265. as per class 2 (b265) 28-303.7 failure to file a complete boiler inspection report as per dob records. submit a current b-09 report.

    Feb 21, 2017 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Exit door: total obstruction. exit doors of apt 1l and 1r and basemententry/exit to basement is obstructed by storage of shopping carts (2) large plastic ben and many large plastic bags. all items are stuffed

    Feb 22, 2006 · Penalty $480

    Active

Complaints

  • Door/window

    Door

    Dec 14, 2022 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 14, 2022 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Dec 10, 2022 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 10, 2022 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Aug 13, 2018 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 10, 2018 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Aug 10, 2018 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 10, 2018 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 11, 2016 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 7, 2015 · Apt 1L

    Close
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  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 7, 2015 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 7, 2015 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Aug 7, 2015 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Aug 7, 2015 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Aug 7, 2015 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Apr 24, 2015 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Apr 24, 2015 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Apr 24, 2015 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Apr 24, 2015 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Nov 23, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Nov 23, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 11, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Oct 20, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Oct 20, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Oct 20, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 20, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 20, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Oct 20, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Sep 21, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Sep 21, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 21, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Sep 21, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Sep 21, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 21, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Aug 27, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Aug 27, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 27, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Aug 27, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 27, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Aug 27, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Aug 27, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jul 14, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jun 9, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jun 9, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jun 9, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Jun 9, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 9, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jun 9, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jun 9, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 9, 2014 · Apt 1L

    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
1905
Floors
3
Residential units
6
Building area
6,111 ft²
Lot area
3,603 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
308
Council district
35
Block / lot
1175 / 49
Assessed value
$908,100
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #362515, last renewed Oct 16, 2025.

Questions about 638 Sterling Place

Who owns 638 Sterling Place?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 638 Sterling Place Hd.

Does 638 Sterling Place have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 129 housing violations at this property.

Is 638 Sterling Place 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 638 Sterling Place built?

City records list 1905 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 638 Sterling Place?

It has 6 residential units.

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