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686 St Marks Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11216BBL 3-01226-0032Map

Owner of record: 686 St. Marks Avenue LLC

686 St Marks Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Brooklyn, 11216. It has 8 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is 686 St. Marks Avenue LLC. HPD has recorded 29 housing violations here, most recently on May 6, 2026. 5 of the 29 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 8 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
29
DOB violations
12
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
27

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

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

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
8
About 100% of the building's 8 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 · 29

  • 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

    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.

    Jun 11, 2025

    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
  • 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 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.

    Mar 27, 2023

    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.

    Nov 9, 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
  • 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.

    Apr 13, 2021

    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
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  • 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 29, 2017

    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
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing

    Sep 29, 1996

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing ceramic wall tile basement sty south apt 1b bathroom. located at apt 1b

    Jun 21, 1988 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose washbasin basement sty south apt 1b bathroom. located at apt 1b

    Jun 21, 1988 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-16.01 adm code repair by closing so as to be gas-tight all openings in the wasteline washbasin basement sty south apt 1b bathroom. located at apt 1b

    Jun 21, 1988 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-13.03 adm code abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice and roaches thru out basement sty south apt 1b. located at apt 1b

    Jun 21, 1988 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of make operable ceiling vent basement sty south apt 1b kitchenette. located at apt 1b

    Jun 21, 1988 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls and ceiling basement sty south apt 1b kitchenette. located at apt 1b

    Jun 21, 1988 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing glass upper and lower southwest sashes basement sty south apt 1b south room. located at apt 1b

    Jun 21, 1988 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose canopy basement sty south apt 1b to rear yard rear entrance. located at apt 1b

    Jun 21, 1988 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls and ceilings basement sty south apt 1b private halls and all rooms. located at apt 1b

    Jun 21, 1988 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls & ceilings thru out 3 sty apt 8. , section '' ''

    Jun 21, 1988 · Apt 8

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing wall tiles bathroom 3 sty apt 8. , section '' ''

    Jun 21, 1988 · Apt 8

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose washbasin bathroom 3 sty apt 8. , section '' ''

    Jun 21, 1988 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls basement sty south apt 1b bathroom. located at apt 1b

    Jun 21, 1988 · Apt 1B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective window sash & frame thru out 3 sty apt 8. , section '' ''

    Jun 21, 1988 · Apt 8

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 1 sty south apt 1b. located at apt 1b

    Jun 21, 1988 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-21.07 adm code maintain on the premises a copy of the sprinkler tes t for the current year.

    Jun 17, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 12

  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 16, 1993

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 18, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 15, 2016 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Apr 5, 2016 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Apr 5, 2016 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 5, 2016 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 5, 2016 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Sep 3, 2015 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 3, 2015 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 9, 2014 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 8, 2014 · Apt 2B

    Close
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  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Oct 3, 2012 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 22, 2012 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jun 29, 2011 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jun 29, 2011 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 25, 2011 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Mar 1, 2008 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 1, 2008 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 1, 2008 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 10, 2008 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 10, 2008 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 10, 2008 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Jun 29, 2007 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Jun 29, 2007 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Jun 29, 2007 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 22, 2006 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Aug 24, 2006 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 22, 2004 · Apt BLDG

    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
1930
Floors
3
Residential units
8
Building area
3,000 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
308
Council district
36
Block / lot
1226 / 32
Assessed value
$445,950
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #312809, last renewed Jul 31, 2026.

Questions about 686 St Marks Avenue

Who owns 686 St Marks Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 686 St. Marks Avenue LLC.

Does 686 St Marks Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 29 housing violations at this property.

Is 686 St Marks Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 8 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 8 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 686 St Marks Avenue built?

City records list 1930 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 686 St Marks Avenue?

It has 8 residential units.

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