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177 Buffalo Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11213BBL 3-01363-0005Map

Owner of record: Townhouse Rental, L.l.c.

177 Buffalo Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 2005 in Brooklyn, 11213. It has 3 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Townhouse Rental, L.l.c.. HPD has recorded 68 housing violations here, most recently on March 2, 2026. 2 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
68
DOB violations
0
ECB violations
11
HPD complaints
51

What to know

Concern
2 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Mar 2, 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 · 68

  • C

    Immediately provide a fire guard as directed by the nyc dept. of housing preservation & development (hpd) and/or the nyc dept. of buildings (dob) to protect against fire hazards observed by hpd and/or dob. fire hazards observed by hpd have resulted in the following additional hpd violation(s): viol. #18681188 in order to protect public safety against imminent fire hazards observed, a fire guard must be provided forthwith for continuous 24 hour coverage, notwithstanding the correction and certification dates set forth above (the correction and certification dates set forth above are applicable for purposes of civil penalties that may be assessed pursuant to nyc administrative code § 27-2115, but do not reflect the date by which a fire guard must be provided). a fire guard must be provided immediately due to the exigency of the dangerous fire hazard conditions observed. the violation requiring a fire guard to be provided will remain open until such time as the fire hazards resulting in the hpd violation(s) referenced above and/or the fire hazards resulting in related dob violation(s) have been dismissed. at public hall

    Mar 2, 2026

    Open — Violation will be reinspected
  • C

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at all light fixtures, all stories at public hall

    Mar 2, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    § 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration walls erected with door creating room in the 4th room from east located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 2, 2026 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 2, 2026 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak above ceiling in the 4th room from east at north located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 2, 2026 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 2, 2026 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at building entrance door , 1st story

    Mar 2, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 4th room from east at north located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 2, 2026 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked leading to boiler room at cellar , 1st story

    Mar 2, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 2, 2026 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective upper and lower gasket at refrigerator in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 2, 2026 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 20, 2025 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 20, 2025 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at ceiling in closet at north wall( lower level ) in the 1st room from east located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east original violation 18148341 issued 09-aug-25 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Aug 9, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 9, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective entrance door in the entrance located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 9, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at ceiling in closet at north wall( lower level ) in the 1st room from east located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 9, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 9, 2025 · Apt 1

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

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

    Aug 9, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 9, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 9, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at all walls and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 26, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 26, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 26, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling and east wall at lower level in the 1st room from north at east in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 26, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and east wall in the 1st room from north at east at lower level in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 26, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 26, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 26, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Feb 12, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 12, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 12, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 12, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 12, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 12, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling,north and west walls in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 12, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 18, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Jan 18, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges on door in the entrance located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 18, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the 4th room from east located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 18, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected

    Nov 21, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at building front entrance, hinges, at 1st story

    Nov 21, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 21, 2023 · Apt 3

    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 19, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at stand up shower in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 15, 2019 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at north

    Feb 7, 2019 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at north

    Feb 7, 2019 · Apt 3

    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 28, 2016

    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 19, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story

    Jul 1, 2015 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 1, 1st story

    Jul 1, 2015 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 0

No DOB violations on record

ECB violations · 11

  • Class - 3

    Work without permit noted: at time of inspection observed at apt 3, front room divided creating an additional room., obtain permit or restore premises to prior legal condition

    Apr 15, 2026 · Penalty $250

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Expired permit at time of inspection of above address dept record shows that permit # 30137502 expired on 12/31/02 and had not been renewed remedy renew fence permit

    Oct 16, 2003 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to post contrators sign site is excavated and no contractors sign posted remedy: post contractirs sign as per code

    May 20, 2003 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Exp permit construction site excavated and fence permit expired on 12-31-02 remedy: renew permit or per code

    May 20, 2003 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Expired permit. at time of inspection of above address construction fence in place. permit for fence has expired on 12.31.02. remedy: renew permit as per building code.

    Feb 24, 2003 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to provide protection at sides of excavation and excavation is approximately eight feet deep. protection not provided are sheeting soring and bracing as required at the north side remedy : stop all work

    Jan 13, 2003 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to provide solid 8 foot high fence where required during excavation operations at the north and east side remedy : stop all immediately except to provide a solid 8 foot fence forthwith call dept of bldg

    Jan 13, 2003 · Penalty $480

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to provide protection at sides of excavation and excavation is approximately eight feet deep. protection not provided are sheeting, shoring , and poracing as required at north, south, east and west side

    Jan 7, 2003 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to provide solid 8 foot high fence where required during excavation operations. note: at north, east and west sides. also obtain all required permits and approvals. stop all work immediately except to:

    Jan 7, 2003 · Penalty $480

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to post constractor's sign at the premises as required. remedy: post and mantain constractor's sign at the premises during cosntruction operations.

    Jan 7, 2003 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
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  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. work noted: expired permit# 301375072-eq-fn issued 12/30/02 expired 12/31/02 for equipment fence. remedy: renew permit forhtwith.

    Jan 7, 2003 · Penalty $500

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jul 10, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jul 10, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 27, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 27, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Feb 27, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Feb 27, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Feb 27, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Feb 27, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Feb 27, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 27, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
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  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 27, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 12, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 12, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Aug 12, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 6, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Aug 6, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Aug 6, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 6, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 6, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 6, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 6, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 6, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Mar 6, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 6, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 21, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 21, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 21, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 21, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 21, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 17, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 3, 2015 · Apt APT1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Mar 18, 2014 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window pane

    Mar 18, 2014 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 20, 2013 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Nov 20, 2013 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Nov 20, 2013 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 9, 2013 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 6, 2013 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 3, 2013 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 30, 2013 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 29, 2013 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 27, 2013 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jun 2, 2013 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Apr 29, 2013 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jan 27, 2013 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 27, 2013 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Nov 20, 2012 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Nov 20, 2012 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Stairs

    Nov 20, 2012 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 3, 2012 · Apt 3

    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 (C0)
Year built
2005
Floors
3
Residential units
3
Building area
3,510 ft²
Lot area
1,817 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
308
Council district
41
Block / lot
1363 / 5
Assessed value
$110,160
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #380451, last renewed Jun 25, 2026.

Questions about 177 Buffalo Avenue

Who owns 177 Buffalo Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Townhouse Rental, L.l.c..

Does 177 Buffalo Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 68 housing violations at this property.

Is 177 Buffalo 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 177 Buffalo Avenue built?

City records list 2005 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 177 Buffalo Avenue?

It has 3 residential units.

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