538 Bainbridge Street
Brooklyn, NY 11233BBL 3-01510-0027Map
Owner of record: Rifos Realty LLC
538 Bainbridge Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1907 in Brooklyn, 11233. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Rifos Realty LLC. HPD has recorded 442 housing violations here, most recently on May 1, 2026. 13 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 442
- DOB violations
- 22
- ECB violations
- 7
- HPD complaints
- 644
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
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 442
- 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 1, 2026
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.
Jun 6, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door at vestibule , 1st story
Sep 4, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose basin sink in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 9, 2024 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures no electrice supply to entire apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 9, 2024 · Apt 1R
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 9, 2024 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the private hallway located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 18, 2024 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the bathroom located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 18, 2024 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 18, 2024 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 18, 2024 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the east wall in the private hallway located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 18, 2024 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 18, 2024 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 18, 2024 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Refit door in the entrance located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 18, 2024 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of carpet, fish tank, tv and other household items at public hall, 3rd story
Jun 18, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Refit door leading to basement , 1st story
Jun 18, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the west wall in the bathroom located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 18, 2024 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the south wall in the bathroom located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 18, 2024 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of cardboard boxes and other household items at public hall, 4th story
Jun 18, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective fixture at ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 18, 2024 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet .. in the bathroom located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 18, 2024 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tile in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 18, 2024 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 18, 2024 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 18, 2024 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Refit bulkhead door , 3rd story
Jun 18, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling and north wall in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 7, 2024 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 7, 2024 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 7, 2024 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures all electrical light fixtures at ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 7, 2024 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing vestibule door at public hall, 1st story
Jun 7, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace the broken or defective wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 7, 2024 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective bulkhead door at public hall, 3rd story
Aug 31, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 2R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak above ceiling at public hall, 3rd story
Aug 31, 2023
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story
Aug 31, 2023
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story
Aug 31, 2023
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx. 20sq ft at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 2R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective bell buzzer /intercom system in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 2R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 2R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 2R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 2R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 24, 2023 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl tile at floor in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 24, 2023 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 24, 2023 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at cellar
Apr 4, 2022
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at cellar
Apr 1, 2022
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective intercom system from building front entrance to east wall in the foyer located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Feb 26, 2022 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed - 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.
Feb 23, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant materials at ceiling at cellar
Feb 11, 2022
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the sofa , broken door and house hold items at roof
Feb 11, 2022
Closed — Violation closed
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 - active - 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 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 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 - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report
Nov 8, 2019
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - active
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- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
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 - Construction other optional
Stop all work,comply with the stop work order
Jan 13, 2009
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Dec 31, 2008
Vw-violation work without permit - active - 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 26, 2002
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 7
- Class - 2
Failure to maintain building walls. observed decorative stone (6"x6") above first floor has piece missing and is laying on ground., maintain exterior building wall
Mar 6, 2024 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
As per class 2 (b265) 28-303.7 failure to file a complete boiler inspection report as per dob records. submit a current b09 report.
Apr 4, 2017 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Class - 2
Unapproved unsafe unsuitable electrical equipment apparatus materials devices appliances or wiring in use defective outlet in bedroom apt 1r. rmdy: comply w/ec code.
Mar 21, 2013 · Penalty $800
Active - Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by dept records, et al. noted: basement is arranged & occupied as dwelling space w/bed, refrigerator, bathtub, water closet & 2 rooms & monitor for camera & tv. contrary to
Dec 31, 2008 · Penalty $12,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. defects noted: bldgfound to be w/o the required firestepping per bc 712.3;27-345 at rear room basement level w/exposed wooden ceiling joists & openings at
Dec 31, 2008 · Penalty $5,000
Active - Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c of o & dob records. class "a" apt created at cellar. thru-out partitions erected creating rooms. kitchen & bathroom fixtures present. remedy: discontinue illegal use of
Sep 22, 2008 · Penalty $12,000
Resolve - Hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c/o or building dept records cellar changed for m storig and ordinary use to an apt patitions erected and kitchen and bath facilities have been installed.
Jun 9, 1994 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Mold
Nov 19, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Nov 19, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Nov 19, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close - Safety
Fire escape
Nov 19, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Wiring
Nov 19, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 19, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 19, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close - Safety
Fire escape
Nov 19, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jul 8, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Electric
No lighting
Jul 8, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close
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- Electric
Outlet/switch
Jul 8, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 8, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 8, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Door/window
Door
Jun 18, 2024 · Apt 3L
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Jun 18, 2024 · Apt 3L
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Jun 18, 2024 · Apt 3L
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 18, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Jun 18, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Jun 18, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Jun 18, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 18, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Outside building
Roof door/hatch
Jun 18, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Door
Jun 18, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Safety
Fire escape
Jun 18, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 17, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 17, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 17, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jun 5, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Electric
No lighting
Jun 5, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Jun 5, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jun 5, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 2L
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Wiring
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Outside building
Skylight
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Outside building
Roof door/hatch
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Sewer
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
No lighting
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Door
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Outside building
Roofing
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Paint/plaster
Radiator
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 2L
Close - Safety
Fire escape
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 2L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 31, 2023 · Apt 2L
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C2)
- Year built
- 1907
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 6
- Building area
- 5,585 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,550 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 316
- Council district
- 41
- Block / lot
- 1510 / 27
- Assessed value
- $486,450
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #310180, last renewed Jul 8, 2025.
Questions about 538 Bainbridge Street
Who owns 538 Bainbridge Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Rifos Realty LLC.
Does 538 Bainbridge Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 442 housing violations at this property.
Is 538 Bainbridge Street 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 538 Bainbridge Street built?
City records list 1907 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 538 Bainbridge Street?
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.