242 New York Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11216BBL 3-01248-0073Map
Owner of record: Bertha Charleus 2025 Irrevocable Trust
242 New York Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1904 in Brooklyn, 11216. It has 8 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Bertha Charleus 2025 Irrevocable Trust. HPD has recorded 26 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 16 of the 26 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 7 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 26
- DOB violations
- 6
- ECB violations
- 0
- HPD complaints
- 45
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.
Think your apartment is stabilized? Request its rent history from HCR (free), then check your renewal with the renewal calculator.
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 26
- 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.
May 5, 2026
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.
Jun 10, 2025
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.
Apr 11, 2024
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.
Nov 9, 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.
Mar 1, 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.
Mar 1, 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.
Apr 12, 2021
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.
Apr 12, 2021
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.
Oct 19, 2018
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.
Nov 28, 2017
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- BHazardous
Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 100 watts minimum required , light fixture present
Jan 25, 2015
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 200 watts minimum required (light fixtures present)
Jan 8, 2015
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked at 1st story public hall
Dec 15, 2009
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system , door locked at the first story public hall , 1st story
Dec 20, 2008
Open — Nov sent out - 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 at the first story public hall , 1st story
Dec 20, 2008
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures kitchen and bathroom 3 sty west apt 3l , section '' ''
Nov 22, 1994 · Apt 3L
Open — Nov certified late - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system cellar door locked.
Jan 22, 1990
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 2 sty north apt 4. , section '' ''
Jan 17, 1990 · Apt 4
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of rodents rat excreta 2 sty south apt 3. , section '' ''
Jan 23, 1989 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice & roaches 2 sty south apt 3. , section '' ''
Jan 23, 1989 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor at sink 2 sty south apt 3 kitchen. , section '' ''
Jan 23, 1989 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling at heat riser 2 sty south apt 3 kitchen. , section '' ''
Jan 23, 1989 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 2 sty south apt 3r r173. , section '' ''
Apr 14, 1988 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
D26-10.01 adm code refit window east upper & lower sashes 2 room front rear 2 sty south apt 2l r189. , section '' ''
Apr 14, 1988 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling 3 sty north apt 3r rear room & foyer. , section '' ''
Sep 17, 1986 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
D26-17.07 adm code provide hot water at all hot water fixtures 3 sty south apt 3 kitchen & bathroom. , section '' ''
Jan 28, 1985 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 6
- 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 - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - 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 31, 2005
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 16, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 0
No ECB violations on record
Complaints
- Electric
No lighting
May 5, 2025 · Apt 2L
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 24, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 20, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 20, 2015 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 19, 2011 · Apt 2L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Apr 3, 2011 · Apt 1R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 18, 2010 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 14, 2010 · Apt 4L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 18, 2010 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 6, 2010 · Apt BLDG
Close
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- Heating
Heat related
Nov 5, 2010 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 10, 2009 · Apt 4L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 6, 2009 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 24, 2008 · Apt 4R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 23, 2008 · Apt 4R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 22, 2008 · Apt 4R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 19, 2008 · Apt 4R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 18, 2008 · Apt 4R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 17, 2008 · Apt 4R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 11, 2008 · Apt 4R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 30, 2008 · Apt 4R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 29, 2008 · Apt 4R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 28, 2008 · Apt 4R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 24, 2008 · Apt 4R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 22, 2008 · Apt 4R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Apr 16, 2008 · Apt 4R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Apr 9, 2008 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 18, 2008 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 26, 2008 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 15, 2007 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 11, 2007 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 10, 2007 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 7, 2007 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 24, 2006 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 17, 2005 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 13, 2005 · Apt BLDG
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Feb 21, 2005 · Apt 2R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 29, 2005 · Apt 4L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 21, 2004 · Apt 4R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 17, 2004 · Apt 4R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 16, 2004 · Apt 2R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 16, 2004 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 16, 2004 · Apt 4R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 3, 2004 · Apt 00000
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 3, 2004 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C1)
- Year built
- 1904
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 8
- Building area
- 7,984 ft²
- Lot area
- 3,000 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 308
- Council district
- 35
- Block / lot
- 1248 / 73
- Assessed value
- $988,650
- Landmark / historic district
- Crown Heights North II Historic District
HPD registration #306128, last renewed Aug 24, 2025.
Questions about 242 New York Avenue
Who owns 242 New York Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Bertha Charleus 2025 Irrevocable Trust.
Does 242 New York Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 26 housing violations at this property.
Is 242 New York Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 7 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 88% of its 8 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 242 New York Avenue built?
City records list 1904 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 242 New York 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.