183 Buffalo Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11213BBL 3-01363-0001Map
Owner of record: B Prospect LLC
183 Buffalo Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Brooklyn, 11213. It has 22 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is B Prospect LLC. HPD has recorded 472 housing violations here, most recently on September 16, 2026. 21 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 21 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 472
- DOB violations
- 10
- ECB violations
- 26
- HPD complaints
- 956
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
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 472
- CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective springbalance at lower window sash (1st from east at south) in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 16, 2026 · Apt 3E
Open — Civ14 mailed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at cellar
Sep 9, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges, at boiler room at cellar
Sep 9, 2026
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
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 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 2C
Open — Civ14 mailed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 23, 2026 · Apt 1B
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at boiler room
Aug 23, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 23, 2026 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations defective in the entire apartment located at apt 4c, 4th story
Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color window recess in the bathroom located at apt 3e, 3rd story
Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 3E
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 3rd story
Jun 29, 2026
Closed — Violation closed
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- CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) west wall in the private hallway located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 4E
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electric light switch at west wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 4c, 4th story
Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 4C
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at shower control body in the bathroom located at apt 3e, 3rd story
Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 3E
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak window recess in the bathroom located at apt 3e, 3rd story
Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 3E
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet in the bathroom located at apt 3e, 3rd story
Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 3E
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective counter balance at lower sash of 2nd window from south at west in the kitchen located at apt 4e, 4th story
Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 4E
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules defective in the entire apartment located at apt 4c, 4th story
Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the west wall in the private hallway located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 4E
Open — Civ14 mailed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at cieling in the 1st room from north located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 4E
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls in the 1st room from north located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 4E
Open — Civ14 mailed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls in the kitchen located at apt 4e, 4th story
Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 4E
Open — Civ14 mailed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the south wall in the private hallway located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 28, 2026 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling and all walls in the 2nd room from north located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 28, 2026 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and north wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 28, 2026 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling and all walls in the private hallway located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 28, 2026 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the south wall in the private hallway located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 28, 2026 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective floor tiles in the private hallway located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 28, 2026 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 28, 2026 · Apt 4A
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 28, 2026 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the north and east wall in the kitchen located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 28, 2026 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective door frame at apartment entrance in the entrance located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 28, 2026 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of air conditioner at public hall, 3rd story
Jun 24, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 2nd room from north located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 24, 2026 · Apt 4A
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and north wall at bulkhead
Jun 24, 2026
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department closet door at east wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 24, 2026 · Apt 4A
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor by the radiator in the 1st room from north located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 24, 2026 · Apt 4A
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 24, 2026 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department entrance door in the 1st room from north located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 24, 2026 · Apt 4A
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the private hallway located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 24, 2026 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at south and west walls in the private hallway located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 24, 2026 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and all walls in the kitchen located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 24, 2026 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation radiator at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 24, 2026 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 24, 2026 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department closet door at south wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 24, 2026 · Apt 4A
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 24, 2026 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant materail at ceiling and north at bulkhead
Jun 24, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of house hold items at public hall, 4th story
Jun 24, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the private hallway located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 19, 2026 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 19, 2026 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 square feet at east and south walls in the bathroom located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jun 19, 2026 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 10
- Construction other optional
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. at time of inspection observed at exposure #4 vertical step cracks with separation at entire elevation. stability potentially compromised.
May 26, 2026
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 19, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 6, 2006
Dob violation - dismissed - Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Amended. aka 181-185 buffalo avenue
Jan 23, 2003
Dob violation - dismissed - Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Imegncy-immediate emergency anythingoptional
Jan 10, 2003
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jan 5, 2003
Dob violation - active - 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
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 26
- Class - 1
Failure to maintain building walls/appurtenances. at time of inspection observed at exposure #4 vertical step cracks along entire elevation at multiple areas. condition is an immediate hazard as stability poten
May 26, 2026 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Burnham steam boiler has the gas piolit not hard piped to regulator+#4 gas hwh is inoperative+#2 gas hwh has a defective safety valve+there is junk left in the boiler room;correct violation+submit certificate o
Nov 28, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Front+rear flame sight glasses defect-2nd lwco incorrect-67blowdown incorrect-debris in boiler room+at gas meter-gas piolit not hard pipe to regulator-spill switch defect-there are loose bricks at the top of th
Mar 4, 2020 · Penalty $625
Active - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. observed at 4 sty bldg on 2nd fl in apt#2c in batrhroom the ceiling fall down was water leak. remedy: repair &/or replace.
Apr 11, 2019
Resolve - Class - 2
Work without a permit.i observed in teh cellar area newly-installed snaitary piping for building no recrods at d.o.b. of any permit being pulled to install new sanitary piping in cellar.obtain permit
Dec 19, 2018
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in a code compliance manner:no fire stopping per bc712.3:noted:approximately 1000sq ft of fire stopping material is missing from the ceiling of cellar that protects the occupied apa
Dec 19, 2018 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner:failure to comply with law for drainage system per pc 702.1:27-911.i observed in the cellar area 2"sanitary pipe discharing sanitary waste onto the cellar f
Dec 19, 2018 · Penalty $312
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner.i observed in the cellar severed feet of 2" sanitary vent pipe being supported by wire..which is prohibited and not code-compliant ..shall comply with secti
Dec 19, 2018
Resolve - Class - 1
Electrical work without a permit. observed of 8:00am newly installed emergency exit lights in all hallways. no application on file for electrical work. rem: obtain permits.
Dec 19, 2018 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to provide cover face plate lampholder luminaire canopy for electrical outlet. trof cover missing in service switch are in basement. rem: comply with ec code.
Dec 19, 2018
Resolve
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- Class - 1
Unapproved/unsafe/unsuitable electrical equipment devices apparatus appliances materials or wiring in use. defective wall fixtures in apt #4c defective service ground clamp, defective service ground clamp, defe
Dec 19, 2018 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 2
Failed to provide effective electrical continuity for metal receways, enclosures, cable armor. service ground raceway not continuous. rem: provide efective electrical continuity.
Dec 19, 2018 · Penalty $600
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to provide approved/accepted construction documents at jobsite at time of inspection. observed: in 4 sty bldg ojn 3rd fl in apt#3d work in progress for interior renovation under permit#321792002 for alt
Dec 17, 2018
Resolve - Class - 3
B354,48a,15,21b,50a,b,c,d,e,f,36. 50a-replace 9d back flow preventor w/009 watts.50b-flue pipe not properly sealed to chimney base.50c-no hot water relief valve on coil,50d-pipe safety relief valve upright.50e-
Mar 4, 2009 · Penalty $200
Resolve - Class - 2
B201,50a. 50a work w/o a permit for the replacement boiler 28-105-1.
Mar 4, 2009 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Hazardous
B4b.
May 6, 2008 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Hazardous
B4b.
May 6, 2008 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Hazardous
B4b/19b/3b/51/7a/36/bq9/50a/50b/50c/50d/50e/50f/50g/50h/32a/.50a-pipe safety or relief up right.50b-pipe safety or relief valve discharge down no threaded end.50h-no work permit issued by dob for the boiler.50c
Apr 17, 2007 · Penalty $1,300
Active - Hazardous
B4b/19b/3b/51/7a/36/bq9/32a/50a/50b/50c/50d/50e/50f/50g/50h/.50a-pipe safety or relief valve up right.50b-pipe safety or relief valve discharge no threaded end.50c-holes in boiler room ceiling.50d-flue pipe not
Apr 17, 2007 · Penalty $1,300
Active - Non-hazardous
Exit passage required width decreased by obstruction. note: plywood on4th flr west fireescape, is obstructing egress, & required width is decreased. remedy: remove obstruction.
Mar 18, 2006 · Penalty $350
Active - Non-hazardous
Jobsite fence defective: at rear of bldg where new excavation & masonry work done, (excavation more than 6 feet deep) the plywood fence has collapsed over sidewalk. remedy: repair/replace fence.
Mar 18, 2006
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to safeguard public & property affected by construction operations. note: new masonary block and brick walls installed at rear of bldg, rear of bldg excavated approx. 30' x 30' area approx. more than 6'
Mar 18, 2006
Resolve - Hazardous
Fire escape landing:solid plywood at fire escape landing on second flrwest elevation obstructing exit from fire escape ladder leading to grade.remedy:remove obstruction & maintain fire escape as per bldg code.
Nov 30, 2005 · Penalty $500
Active - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit expired permit number301500383 eq-sh expired 02/26/04 remedy:renew permit forthwith
Jul 8, 2004 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the building department records pending vacate order number:02/03 is stillin effect also pending is immediate emergency declaration number 011003 imegncy 4/03 and 4/03 a
Jul 8, 2004 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Hazardous
Work without a permit. hazardous work noted: plywood fence installed at rear yard with missing section. at center approx 4ft wide & 8ft highnote: this fence is a protective fence at rear yard adjoining & open e
Jul 8, 2004 · Penalty $2,500
Active
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 21, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Open - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Aug 23, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Aug 21, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Paint/plaster
Radiator
Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close
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- Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 24, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jun 24, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 24, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jun 24, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Jun 24, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 24, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jun 18, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 18, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jun 18, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 18, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jun 18, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Paint/plaster
Radiator
Jun 18, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Jun 18, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jun 18, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Apr 16, 2026 · Apt 3E
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 16, 2026 · Apt 3E
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Apr 16, 2026 · Apt 3E
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 16, 2026 · Apt 3E
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 16, 2026 · Apt 3E
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Mar 24, 2026 · Apt 4E
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 24, 2026 · Apt 4E
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Mar 24, 2026 · Apt 4E
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 24, 2026 · Apt 4E
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 24, 2026 · Apt 4E
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Mar 24, 2026 · Apt 4E
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Mar 24, 2026 · Apt 4E
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 24, 2026 · Apt 4E
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 24, 2026 · Apt 4E
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 9, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 9, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 9, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 1STFL
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 8, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 8, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 8, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jan 22, 2026 · Apt 3E
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Jan 22, 2026 · Apt 3E
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 8, 2025 · Apt 1D
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 8, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C7)
- Year built
- 1910
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 22
- Building area
- 19,580 ft²
- Lot area
- 5,500 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 308
- Council district
- 41
- Block / lot
- 1363 / 1
- Assessed value
- $755,100
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #332010, last renewed Jul 23, 2026.
Questions about 183 Buffalo Avenue
Who owns 183 Buffalo Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is B Prospect LLC.
Does 183 Buffalo Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 472 housing violations at this property.
Is 183 Buffalo Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 21 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 95% of its 22 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 183 Buffalo Avenue built?
City records list 1910 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 183 Buffalo Avenue?
It has 22 residential units and 24 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.