137 Sterling Street
Brooklyn, NY 11225BBL 3-01314-0083Map
Owner of record: St. Mark Affordable Housing Development Fund Corp.
137 Sterling Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1916 in Brooklyn, 11225. It has 16 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is St. Mark Affordable Housing Development Fund Corp.. HPD has recorded 206 housing violations here, most recently on September 2, 2026. 7 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 16 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 206
- DOB violations
- 15
- ECB violations
- 6
- HPD complaints
- 288
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.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 206
- ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls in the 2nd room from north located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 3B
Open — Nov sent out - 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 6, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bath tub in the bathroom located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 14, 2025 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelain enamel at bath tub in the bathroom located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 14, 2025 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective vanity cabinet in the bathroom located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 14, 2025 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 14, 2025 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color south wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 14, 2025 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch at compactor room door at public hall, 2nd story
Aug 14, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch at compactor room door at public hall, 1st story
Aug 14, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective refrigerator door gasket in the kitchen located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 2, 2025 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- BHazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 2, 2025 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 2, 2025 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 2, 2025 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 2, 2025 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 4th room from north located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 2, 2025 · Apt 4A
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 4d, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Mar 10, 2025 · Apt 4D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 4d, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Mar 10, 2025 · Apt 4D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 4d, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Mar 10, 2025 · Apt 4D
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 4d, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Mar 10, 2025 · Apt 4D
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective gasket at refrigerator lower door in the kitchen located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 12, 2025 · Apt 4A
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 12, 2025 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 12, 2025 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 12, 2025 · Apt 4A
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical light fixture at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 12, 2025 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical light fixture at ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 12, 2025 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 4th story
Oct 24, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling at public hall, 4th story
Oct 24, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective enamel glaze at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 12, 2023 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass mirror at medicine cabinet in the bathroom located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 12, 2023 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at east wall and window stool in the 1st room from north located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 12, 2023 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department east wall and window sill in the 1st room from north located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 12, 2023 · Apt 4C
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 10, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective locking device on door in vestibule at public hall, 1st story
Nov 4, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at gas range in the kitchen located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 1, 2022 · Apt 1A
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at gas range in the kitchen located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 22, 2022 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper.
May 22, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide dwelling with a janitor or responsible person or janitorial service.
May 22, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at public hall, 4th story
May 22, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 4th story
May 22, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling at public hall, 4th story
May 22, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tread; 2nd up from bottom at vestibule steps at public hall, 1st story
May 22, 2022
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at gas range in the kitchen located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
May 22, 2022 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at gas range in the kitchen located at apt 4d, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
May 22, 2022 · Apt 4D
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at gas range in the kitchen located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
May 22, 2022 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at gas range in the kitchen located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 22, 2022 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures to gas range in the kitchen located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 22, 2022 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from at least 1 window or provide approved type gate in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 22, 2022 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at gas range in the kitchen located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 22, 2022 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 19, 2022 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures all fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 19, 2022 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 15
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection
Nov 14, 2025
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection
Nov 14, 2025
Dob violation - active - Plumbing none
I observed in apt #1c newly installed gas shut off valve and no permits on file... . you are hear by ordered to immediately correct the above conditions by retaining a license professional to perform all work necessary to restore the non-compliant condition to a code complaint state..
Apr 29, 2022
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 - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - active - 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 3, 2008
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 19, 2007
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 6, 2006
Dob violation - active
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- Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 31, 2005
Dob violation - active - 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
Mar 19, 2003
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 16, 1993
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 6
- Class - 1
Failure to comply with an 48 hours order of commissioner to comply with dob violation# vio22-01270. violation was issued 04.29.2022, comply with commissioner's order
May 6, 2022 · Penalty $12,500
Active - Class - 1
Work without permit. at time of inspection in apartment 1c i observed new gas stove. no permit on dob records to perform this work, obtain permit
May 6, 2022 · Penalty $12,500
Active - Class - 1
I observed in apt #1c newly installed gas shut off valve and no permits on file at time of inspection... therefore no proper testing was performed on gas line at time of inspection, perform test
Apr 29, 2022 · Penalty $2,530
Active - Class - 1
I observed in apt #1c newly installed gas shut off valve and no permits on file at time of inspection... work was 100% performed at time of inspection, obtain permit
Apr 29, 2022 · Penalty $2,530
Active - Class - 2
B354 15.50a.50b.50c.50d 50a draft hood corroded and holes 50b no check valves on feed water line 50c flue pipe holes 50d louver broken
Oct 27, 2009 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit. expired permit. remedy: stop all work. renew bldg permit prior to resuming work.
Feb 27, 1990 · Penalty $285
Resolve
Complaints
- Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jul 17, 2026 · Apt 3B
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Jul 17, 2026 · Apt 3B
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Jul 17, 2026 · Apt 3B
Close - Electric
Lighting
Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 4C
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 4C
Close - Door/window
Door
Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 4C
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 4C
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 4C
Close - General
Ventilation system
Feb 6, 2026 · Apt 4C
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Feb 6, 2026 · Apt 4C
Close
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- Unsanitary condition
Mold
Feb 6, 2026 · Apt 4C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 28, 2026 · Apt 2B
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Jan 12, 2026 · Apt 3B
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jan 12, 2026 · Apt 3B
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Jan 12, 2026 · Apt 3B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Jul 19, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Mar 31, 2025 · Apt 4A
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Mar 31, 2025 · Apt 4A
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Mar 31, 2025 · Apt 4A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 31, 2025 · Apt 4A
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 31, 2025 · Apt 4A
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 31, 2025 · Apt 4A
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Feb 17, 2025 · Apt 4A
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Feb 17, 2025 · Apt 4A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 17, 2025 · Apt 4A
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Feb 10, 2025 · Apt 4D
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Jan 30, 2025 · Apt 4A
Close - Electric
Wiring
Jan 30, 2025 · Apt 4A
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Jan 30, 2025 · Apt 4A
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Jan 30, 2025 · Apt 4A
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Oct 11, 2024 · Apt 4A
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Oct 11, 2024 · Apt 4A
Close - Electric
Lighting
Oct 11, 2024 · Apt 4A
Close - Electric
No lighting
Oct 11, 2024 · Apt 4A
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Oct 11, 2024 · Apt 4A
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Aug 10, 2023 · Apt 2C
Close - Paint/plaster
Window/frame
Jun 12, 2023 · Apt 4C
Close - General
Cabinet
Jun 12, 2023 · Apt 4C
Close - Plumbing
Steam pipe/riser
Jun 12, 2023 · Apt 4C
Close - Door/window
Door
Jun 12, 2023 · Apt 4C
Close - Paint/plaster
Window/frame
Jun 12, 2023 · Apt 4C
Close - Door/window
Door
Jun 12, 2023 · Apt 4C
Close - Plumbing
Steam pipe/riser
Jun 12, 2023 · Apt 4C
Close - Door/window
Door
May 21, 2023 · Apt 4D
Close - Door/window
Door
Jan 10, 2023 · Apt 1D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 10, 2022 · Apt 4C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 7, 2022 · Apt 4C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 15, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Door
Nov 4, 2022 · Apt 1A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 3, 2022 · Apt 4D
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C1)
- Year built
- 1916
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 16
- Building area
- 17,870 ft²
- Lot area
- 5,225 ft²
- Zoning
- R5
- Community board
- 309
- Council district
- 40
- Block / lot
- 1314 / 83
- Assessed value
- $426,150
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #328743, last renewed Oct 1, 2025.
Questions about 137 Sterling Street
Who owns 137 Sterling Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is St. Mark Affordable Housing Development Fund Corp..
Does 137 Sterling Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 206 housing violations at this property.
Is 137 Sterling Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 16 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 16 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 137 Sterling Street built?
City records list 1916 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 137 Sterling Street?
It has 16 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.