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878 Jefferson Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-01487-0019Map

Owner of record: 878 Jefferson Street,

878 Jefferson Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1905 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is 878 Jefferson Street,. HPD has recorded 54 housing violations here, most recently on November 19, 2025. 36 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 6 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2019.

HPD violations
54
DOB violations
22
ECB violations
4
HPD complaints
71

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Nov 19, 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 2019
6
About 100% of the building's 6 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

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 54

  • 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 19, 2025

    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.

    Jun 10, 2025

    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.

    Nov 27, 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.

    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 23, 2023

    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.

    Nov 10, 2022

    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.

    Feb 25, 2022

    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.

    Apr 9, 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.

    Apr 9, 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 18, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • 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 24, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 29, 2017 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 29, 2017 · Apt 2R

    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.

    Oct 9, 2015

    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.

    Feb 23, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Refit the door in the bathroom located at apt 1l, 1st story, apartment at east

    Nov 25, 2011 · Apt 1L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective sink in the bathroom located at apt 1l, 1st story, apartment at east

    Nov 25, 2011 · Apt 1L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 1l, 1st story, apartment at east

    Nov 25, 2011 · Apt 1L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective located at apt 1l, 1st story, apartment at east

    Nov 25, 2011 · Apt 1L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at holes at ceiling along riser pipes at all rooms located at apt 1l, 1st story, apartment at east

    Nov 25, 2011 · Apt 1L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Nov 25, 2011 · Apt 1L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective lower sash of window in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at east

    Apr 20, 2011 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at east

    Apr 20, 2011 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at east

    Apr 20, 2011 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective upper and lower sash of east window in the 1st room from north located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at east

    Apr 20, 2011 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Jul 14, 2010 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at ceiling, approximatly 2 square feet in the 2nd room from north located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 14, 2010 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective lower window glass in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at west

    Aug 15, 2006 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of water leaks at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at west

    Aug 15, 2006 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective north entrance door in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story

    Mar 17, 2006 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing.tenant mrs.knecht in the entire apartment located at apt 3-l, 3rd story, apartment at east

    Apr 13, 2001 · Apt 3-L

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

    Properly repair the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from north located at apt 3-l, 3rd story, apartment at east

    Apr 13, 2001 · Apt 3-L

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

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 3-l, 3rd story, apartment at east

    Apr 13, 2001 · Apt 3-L

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

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3-l, 3rd story, apartment at east

    Apr 13, 2001 · Apt 3-L

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

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 3-l, 3rd story, apartment at east

    Apr 13, 2001 · Apt 3-L

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

    Replace with new the missing cover plates, electric wall outlets, and switches. in the entire apartment located at apt 2-l, 2nd story

    Apr 4, 2001 · Apt 2-L

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

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice and roaches. in the entire apartment located at apt 2-l, 2nd story

    Apr 4, 2001 · Apt 2-L

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

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing charles goings in the 1st room from east located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 8, 2000 · Apt 1L

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

    D26-15.01 adm code provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures 3 sty east apt kitchen & bathroom.

    Feb 10, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-20.08,20.09 adm code provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 3 sty east apt.

    Dec 17, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-41.15 adm code post a sign on wall of entrance story identifying owner and managing agent. 01

    Oct 30, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-21.03 adm code paint or post a sign indicating floors on wall at or near stairs all stys pub hall.

    Oct 30, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes household items 2 sty balcony rear.

    Oct 30, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing bent shoe of drop ladder rear stack.

    Oct 30, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarding plaster board clg cellar front at east.

    Oct 30, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-20.08,20.09 adm code file certification of satisfactory installation of smoke detecting device in accordance with h.p.d. rules and regulations.

    Oct 30, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the east air shaft.

    Oct 30, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the rear yard.

    Oct 30, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-20.08 adm code post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing.

    Oct 30, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code refit door entrance cellar rear boiler room.

    Oct 30, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 22

  • 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 2023 external low pressure inspection

    Sep 23, 2024

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Borough commissioner has ordered all work stopped under application #321993198 on 07/29/2022 due to construction superintendent withdrawal. no access to premises. work appears to be 0% complete.

    Aug 4, 2022

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Borough commissioner has ordered all work stopped under application #321993198 on 07/29/2022 due to construction superintendent withdrawal. no access to premises. work appears to be 0% complete.

    Aug 4, 2022

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    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
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report

    Mar 1, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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

    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

    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 · 4

  • Class - 2

    Failure to file required annual boiler inspection reports for low-pressure boiler 30000058593y0001 in accordance with the rules of the department.1rcny 103-01(d)(1)requires that an annual inspection report for

    Jul 1, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    3301.13.13 failure to maintain adequate superintendent log book.note:at time of inspection 3 story alteration open active jobsite i observedcompetent person and workers onsite.upon request to see cs log book.co

    Nov 24, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain/display onsite documents required by bc chapter 33note:at time of inspection at 3 story alteration open active site i observed competent and workers onsite.upon request to see preshift meeti

    Nov 24, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Bc 3301.6 design drawings at time of inspection at an active construction jobsite i observed temporary stairs at the the basement and at thesecond floor.upon inspection i asked the competent person carlos a bol

    Mar 25, 2021

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Apr 25, 2017 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Apr 25, 2017 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Jul 17, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 17, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jul 17, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jul 17, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jul 17, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Jul 17, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Nov 18, 2011 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Nov 18, 2011 · Apt 1L

    Close
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  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Nov 18, 2011 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Nov 18, 2011 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Nov 18, 2011 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 18, 2011 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    May 5, 2011 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 5, 2011 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    May 5, 2011 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 5, 2011 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 18, 2011 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 18, 2011 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Apr 18, 2011 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Apr 18, 2011 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Apr 18, 2011 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Apr 18, 2011 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jul 13, 2010 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Apr 30, 2007 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Dec 21, 2006 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Dec 21, 2006 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 21, 2006 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Aug 10, 2006 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Aug 10, 2006 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Oct 31, 2005 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 7, 2005 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 7, 2005 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Jul 10, 2005 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jul 10, 2005 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jul 10, 2005 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    May 17, 2005 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Apr 27, 2005 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Jan 3, 2005 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Dec 23, 2004 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Dec 23, 2004 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Dec 23, 2004 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Dec 1, 2004 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Dec 1, 2004 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Dec 1, 2004 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 15, 2004 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 14, 2004 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 5, 2004 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 23, 2004 · 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 (C2)
Year built
1905
Floors
3
Residential units
6
Building area
4,875 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
303
Council district
41
Block / lot
1487 / 19
Assessed value
$520,200
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #346936, last renewed Dec 8, 2025.

Questions about 878 Jefferson Avenue

Who owns 878 Jefferson Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 878 Jefferson Street,.

Does 878 Jefferson Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 54 housing violations at this property.

Is 878 Jefferson Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 6 rent-stabilized units here in 2019 (about 100% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 878 Jefferson Avenue built?

City records list 1905 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 878 Jefferson Avenue?

It has 6 residential units.

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