213 Ralph Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11233BBL 3-01504-0005Map
Owner of record: We 213 Ralph LLC
213 Ralph Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Brooklyn, 11233. It has 8 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is We 213 Ralph LLC. HPD has recorded 207 housing violations here, most recently on April 9, 2024. 5 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 2 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 207
- DOB violations
- 17
- ECB violations
- 9
- HPD complaints
- 284
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 · 207
- BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood tiles at floor at public hall, 1st story
Apr 9, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing bathroom door in the bathroom located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 23, 2022 · Apt 4R
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 23, 2022 · Apt 4R
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 23, 2022 · Apt 4R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 23, 2022 · Apt 4R
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Mar 1, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 19, 2021 · Apt 4R
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling apprx. 50 sq. feet in the bathroom located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 19, 2021 · Apt 4R
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 19, 2021 · Apt 4R
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling and all walls in the entire apartment located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 19, 2021 · Apt 4R
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 19, 2021 · Apt 4R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 19, 2021 · Apt 4R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and all walls in the private hallway located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 19, 2021 · Apt 4R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. make stationary the iron ladder leading to scuttle opening in roof , at public hall, 4th story
May 19, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of furniture and household items at public hall, 4th story
May 19, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective glass pane at building entrance door , 1st story
May 19, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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
May 19, 2021
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.
Oct 31, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors .. in the entrance located at apt 1r, 1st story, apartment at south
Apr 18, 2018 · Apt 1R
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, apartment at east
Jun 18, 2017 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, apartment at east
Jun 18, 2017 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bath tub in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jun 13, 2017 · Apt 1R
Open — False certification - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jun 13, 2017 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ..fuiregaurd at building due to compromised fire retarding materials at vacant apts
Feb 10, 2016
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the missing fire retardant sheetrock at walls and ceilings throughout in the entire apartment located at apt 4l, 4th story, apartment at north
Feb 10, 2016 · Apt 4L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the missing fire retardant sheetrock at walls and ceilings throughout in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at north
Feb 10, 2016 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the missing ..fire retardant sheetrock at walls and ceiling throughout. in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at south
Feb 10, 2016 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the missing fire retardant sheetrock at walls and ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at south
Feb 10, 2016 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the missing fire retardant sheetrock at walls and ceiling throughout in the entire apartment located at apt 1l, 1st story, apartment at north
Feb 10, 2016 · Apt 1L
Closed — Violation closed - IInformation / order
The premises has been selected to participate in the alternative enforcement program which may result in building-wide inspections, fees, and extensive repair work to correct violations and underlying conditions. charges for repair work done pursuant to this order, if not paid, will become liens on the property
Feb 1, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the north wall in the bathroom located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 22, 2015 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed - 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 = 2; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 22, 2015 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) north wall in the kitchen located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 22, 2015 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from east at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 22, 2015 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from north at east wall, south wall in the private hallway located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 22, 2015 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from south at west wall, south wall, east wall in the 4th room from east located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 22, 2015 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the 4th room from east located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 22, 2015 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) 1st window frame from south at west wall in the 5th room from east located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 22, 2015 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the north wall in the private hallway located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 22, 2015 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the east wall, ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 22, 2015 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the south wall, west wall, north wall in the 5th room from east located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 22, 2015 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 22, 2015 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood subfloor in the bathroom located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 22, 2015 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly secure the loose vinyl floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 22, 2015 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose vinyl floor tiles in the 4th room from east located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 22, 2015 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose vinyl floor tiles in the 5th room from east located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 22, 2015 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperative in the entire apartment located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 22, 2015 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). inoperative in the entire apartment located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 22, 2015 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st closet from east at south wall door frame, 1st closet from east at south wall wall, 2nd closet from east at south wall door frame, 2nd closet from east at south wall wall, 1st door frame from north at east wall, south wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 22, 2015 · Apt 2L
Open — Violation reopen - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection locknut at wasteline of sink in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 5, 2015 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 17
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jul 27, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
Failure to safeguard all persons property affected by construction ops . commissioner order to immediately replace all fire stopping
May 6, 2016
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Failure to safeguard all persons property affected by construction ops . commissioner order to immediately replace all fire stopping
May 6, 2016
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Filed a certficate, form, application etc containing a false statement on pw1 for job application 3400365189
May 6, 2016
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 21, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 23, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
Comply with code
Jun 24, 2015
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 24, 2015
Dob violation - active
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- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
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
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 · 9
- Class - 1
Piping and/or equipment installed improperly.observation has been made in cellar inside boiler room 2 separate gas lines are connected with the use of 3/4"unions. also a 3/4"gas line is running through a wall
May 6, 2016 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. noted: observed at time of inspection at 4th fl level,access to south is obstructed w/household materials,shopping carts & wooden door. remedy: remove obstructio
Jun 24, 2015 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. noted: at 3rd floorhallway there is a hole in wall exposing wooden material beneath. remedy: repair &/or replace.
Jun 24, 2015 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Class - 2
Bc2203.2.1 protection of structural sttel.all structural steel shall receive one coat of paint,zinc, or bituminous coating protection before erection.noted: observed at 1st flr level, metal lintel above entry
Jun 24, 2015 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 1
Work no permit.observed on 6/24/15 on 3 floor apt 3 back right side pvc piping for kitchen sink drain installed no vent & imporperly supported.photos taken appl #321114511 not approved.rem:obtain a permit or re
Jun 24, 2015
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg walls or appurtenance. note: spalling & splitting brownston sills at front facade, rotted & deteriorate cornice at1st floor. rem: maintain ext. bldg walls
Jan 31, 2009 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/o a permit. illegal work noted erected partitions w/ rough opening & door to change layout and configuration of apt 4l 4th flr, brickwall w/ structural steel linted for ac-sleeve doors & window at bldg
Jul 23, 2008
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain exterior bldg walls and appurtenances. hazardous defects noted: broken and defective bldg facade w/ spalled and cracked and split masonry brown stones at 3rd and 4th story rotten molding
Jul 23, 2008 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Hazardous
Low water cutoff inoperative. manual reset/aquastat missing. boiler sealed.
Jan 30, 1989
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 23, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 23, 2026 · Apt 3R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 21, 2025 · Apt 3R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 23, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Apr 8, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Nov 13, 2022 · Apt 4R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Nov 13, 2022 · Apt 4R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 14, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Feb 12, 2022 · Apt 1L
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 12, 2022 · Apt 1L
Close
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- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 11, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 26, 2022 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 3, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Sep 4, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
May 10, 2021 · Apt 4R
Close - Door/window
Door
Jan 19, 2021 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Cabinet
Jan 19, 2021 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Jan 19, 2021 · Apt 2R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jan 19, 2021 · Apt 2R
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Aug 25, 2019 · Apt 2R
Close - Door/window
Door
Aug 25, 2019 · Apt 2R
Close - Electric
Lighting
Aug 25, 2019 · Apt 2R
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Aug 25, 2019 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 6, 2018 · Apt 1R
Close - Door/window
Door
Apr 6, 2018 · Apt 1R
Close - Door/window
Door
Apr 6, 2018 · Apt 1R
Close - Door/window
Door
Apr 6, 2018 · Apt 1R
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 6, 2018 · Apt 4R
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Apr 6, 2018 · Apt 4R
Close - Safety
Fire escape
Apr 6, 2018 · Apt 4R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 15, 2018 · Apt 4R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 15, 2018 · Apt 3L
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Jan 14, 2018 · Apt 4R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 14, 2018 · Apt 4R
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Dec 11, 2017 · Apt 4R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 11, 2017 · Apt 4R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 11, 2017 · Apt 3L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 21, 2017 · Apt 1R
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Sep 21, 2017 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 27, 2017 · Apt 3L
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Jun 8, 2017 · Apt 1R
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Jun 8, 2017 · Apt 1R
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jun 8, 2017 · Apt 1R
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jun 8, 2017 · Apt 1R
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Jun 8, 2017 · Apt 4R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jun 8, 2017 · Apt 4R
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jun 8, 2017 · Apt 4R
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jun 8, 2017 · Apt 4R
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jun 8, 2017 · Apt 4R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 7, 2017 · Apt 1R
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C1)
- Year built
- 1910
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 8
- Building area
- 5,720 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,158 ft²
- Zoning
- R6B
- Community board
- 303
- Council district
- 41
- Block / lot
- 1504 / 5
- Assessed value
- $708,300
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #320458, last renewed Sep 2, 2025.
Questions about 213 Ralph Avenue
Who owns 213 Ralph Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is We 213 Ralph LLC.
Does 213 Ralph Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 207 housing violations at this property.
Is 213 Ralph Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 2 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 25% of its 8 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 213 Ralph Avenue built?
City records list 1910 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 213 Ralph Avenue?
It has 8 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.