roofy

789 Franklin Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11238BBL 3-01252-0006Map

Owner of record: 789 Franklin Ave LLC

789 Franklin Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Brooklyn, 11238. It has 8 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is 789 Franklin Ave LLC. HPD has recorded 75 housing violations here, most recently on June 9, 2025. 6 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 8 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
75
DOB violations
14
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
199

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Jun 9, 2025

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

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 · 75

  • 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 9, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking around bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 28, 2025 · Apt 3A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    § 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor missing at public hall

    Jan 28, 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 29, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall and ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall, east wall and ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective intercom system from building entrance to return buzzer at north wall in the foyer located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    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 10, 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.

    Mar 22, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at south wall 2 square feet and ceiling 1 square feet in the kitchen located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west original violation 14615359 issued 13-oct-21 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Oct 13, 2021 · Apt 2D

    Open — Defect letter issued
Show 40 more ↓
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding the allowed 13o degrees fahrenheit at kitchen and bathroom plumbing fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Oct 13, 2021 · Apt 2D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Oct 13, 2021 · Apt 2D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at south wall 2 square feet and ceiling 1 square feet in the kitchen located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Oct 13, 2021 · Apt 2D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and south wall in the kitchen located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Oct 13, 2021 · Apt 2D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of bicycle at public hall, 2nd story

    Oct 8, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of carton boxes and furniture at public hall, 3rd story

    Oct 8, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 8, 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 30, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Oct 2, 2018 · Apt 3D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening consisting of key operated double cylinder lock in the entrance located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Oct 2, 2018 · Apt 3D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Oct 2, 2018 · Apt 3D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Oct 2, 2018 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Oct 2, 2018 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Oct 2, 2018 · Apt 3D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace with new the missing handrails at stairs leading from building entrance to 1st landing from bottom at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 2, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 16, 2018 · Apt 3D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 16, 2018 · Apt 3D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective glass outer pane at window lower sash in the kitchen located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Mar 16, 2018 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the private hallway located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Mar 16, 2018 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit the door in the bulkhead leading to roof at public hall, 3rd story

    Mar 16, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective in the bulkhead leading to roof at public hall, 3rd story

    Mar 16, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit the door in the entrance located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Mar 16, 2018 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Mar 16, 2018 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Mar 16, 2018 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective air valve on steam riser located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jan 31, 2018 · Apt 3D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove the illegal double cylinder key operated locking device at door in the entrance located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Dec 20, 2017 · Apt 3D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 18, 2017 · Apt 2C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked at 1st story at boiler room

    Nov 18, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    And dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint east stack at building front at fire escape

    Nov 18, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Dec 28, 2016 · Apt 3D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Dec 28, 2016 · Apt 3D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective bell buzzer/intercom system leading from building entrance door to in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Dec 28, 2016 · Apt 3D

    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 9, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove the illegal fastening consisting of akey-operated double cylinder lock at door in the entrance located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Sep 22, 2011 · Apt 3D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub at bathroom, 3rd story, apartment

    Jul 21, 2011 · Apt 3D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 21, 2011 · Apt 3D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 21, 2011 · Apt 3D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in waste line at washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 21, 2011 · Apt 3D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the kitchen located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 21, 2011 · Apt 3D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective base cabinet door at south wall in the kitchen located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 21, 2011 · Apt 3D

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 14

  • Plumbing none

    Observed in apt 2c defective gas stove. turned appliance valve off and cease used defective gas stove.

    Apr 19, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • 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
Show 4 more ↓
  • 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
  • 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 · 2

  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide clear unobstructed exit passageway. exit passagewayat rear is obstructed w/excessive debris of various types including but not limited to large garbage pails wood members & wood racks. extens

    Apr 4, 2012 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code complaint manner. failure to comply w/law for drainage system. pvc piping used as leader connected to building extension at rear is not connected to a storm drain & directs

    Apr 4, 2012

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Aug 2, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 3, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 17, 2025 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 4, 2025 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    May 4, 2025 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 4, 2025 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 4, 2025 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 4, 2025 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    May 4, 2025 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 4, 2025 · Apt 2C

    Close
Show 40 more ↓
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 25, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jul 26, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Nov 29, 2021 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 13, 2021 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 8, 2021 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Oct 8, 2021 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Oct 8, 2021 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Oct 8, 2021 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Oct 8, 2021 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Oct 1, 2018 · 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 (C7)
Year built
1910
Floors
3
Residential units
8
Building area
5,376 ft²
Lot area
2,444 ft²
Zoning
R7A
Community board
308
Council district
35
Block / lot
1252 / 6
Assessed value
$722,700
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #358575, last renewed Aug 23, 2025.

Questions about 789 Franklin Avenue

Who owns 789 Franklin Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 789 Franklin Ave LLC.

Does 789 Franklin Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 75 housing violations at this property.

Is 789 Franklin 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 789 Franklin Avenue built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 789 Franklin Avenue?

It has 8 residential units and 10 units in total.

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