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978 St Marks Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11213BBL 3-01230-0038Map

Owner of record: Clyburn Sowell

978 St Marks Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1890 in Brooklyn, 11213. It has 4 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Clyburn Sowell. HPD has recorded 46 housing violations here, most recently on May 6, 2026. 14 of the 46 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
46
DOB violations
11
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
15

What to know

Concern
2 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 · 46

  • 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
  • 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 19, 2025

    Open — Info 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
  • 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 26, 2024

    Open — Info 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 11, 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 20, 2023

    Open — Info 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.

    Mar 27, 2023

    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 7, 2022

    Open — Info 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.

    Mar 2, 2022

    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.

    Mar 2, 2022

    Open — Info nov sent out
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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.

    Apr 13, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 = 3; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 16, 2021 · Apt 2

    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.

    Oct 19, 2018

    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 15, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 15, 2016 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of bedbugs in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 15, 2016 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 15, 2016 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the private hallway , the bathroom , the 4th room from north at east located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 15, 2016 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl , in the bathroom located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 15, 2016 · Apt 3

    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 = 3; in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 15, 2016 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit entrance door 1st door from south at west wall in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 15, 2016 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 1st room from north at east, the bathroom located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 15, 2016 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 15, 2016 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective first wood tread down from intermediate landing at public hall stairs, 1st story

    Jun 8, 2016

    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.

    Oct 14, 2015

    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.

    Feb 24, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective marble door saddle vestibule to 1 sty public hall.

    Aug 28, 1993

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint ceiling over north room 1 sty apt 2 er1 0993710. located at apt 2

    Apr 9, 1993 · Apt 2

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • C

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint east room at west wall 1 sty apt 2 mceaddy 363 8342 er1 0993710. located at apt 2

    Apr 9, 1993 · Apt 2

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • A

    Provide a lock and key to the entrance door of dwelling unit and, if a cl a multiple dwelling, also chain door guard 1 sty apt 2 , section '' ''

    Oct 21, 1992 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of ladder baby carriage & household items scuttle area 3 sty public hall.

    Oct 9, 1990

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls & ceiling 3 sty apt 4 rear thru out. located at apt 4

    Sep 21, 1988 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of wood wall surrounding bottom of bathtub 4 sty apt 4 rear bathroom. located at apt 4

    Sep 21, 1988 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 4 sty apt 4 rear. located at apt 4

    Sep 21, 1988 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of double cylinder key operated lock 3 sty apt 4 rear. located at apt 4

    Sep 21, 1988 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective door front entrance door 3 sty apt 4 rear. located at apt 4

    Sep 21, 1988 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 3 sty apt 4 rear. located at apt 4

    Sep 21, 1988 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Device present on central heating system which is capable of causing an otherwise operable system to become inoperable tork clock connected to heating system control wires at boiler room cellar.

    Feb 28, 1988

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Remove the dirty and/or loose paper and repaper or paint to the satisfaction of this department bathroom 2 sty apt 4 at rear. , section '' ''

    Sep 28, 1987 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile floor 2 sty apt 4 at rear bathroom. , section '' ''

    Sep 28, 1987 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures 2 sty southeast apt 4 kitchen & bathroom er1. , section '' ''

    Aug 31, 1987 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective paving cellar front & rear.

    Aug 13, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plaster board ceiling cellar thruout.

    Aug 13, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    § 65 m/d law provide under completed permit, a proper enclosure for the central heating plant, front cellar.

    Aug 13, 1986

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    D26-20.08 adm code post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing r116.

    Aug 6, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-20.08,20.09 adm code provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 3 sty rear apt.

    Dec 4, 1985

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 11

  • 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

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 13, 2016 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Jul 13, 2016 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 13, 2016 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 1, 2016 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Jun 1, 2016 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jun 1, 2016 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jun 1, 2016 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Jun 1, 2016 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Stairs

    Jun 1, 2016 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 17, 2010 · Apt 4

    Close
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  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jul 6, 2008 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 6, 2008 · Apt 3FL

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Mar 6, 2008 · Apt 3FL

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 6, 2005 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Appliance

    Sprinker cert

    Jul 26, 2004

    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 (C3)
Year built
1890
Floors
3
Residential units
4
Building area
3,588 ft²
Lot area
1,950 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
308
Council district
36
Block / lot
1230 / 38
Assessed value
$491,400
Landmark / historic district
Crown Heights North III Historic District

HPD registration #344515, last renewed Nov 30, 2020.

Questions about 978 St Marks Avenue

Who owns 978 St Marks Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Clyburn Sowell.

Does 978 St Marks Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 46 housing violations at this property.

Is 978 St Marks 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 978 St Marks Avenue built?

City records list 1890 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 978 St Marks Avenue?

It has 4 residential units.

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