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190 Rockaway Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11233BBL 3-01567-0038Map

Owner of record: Sapphire Crest Realty LLC

190 Rockaway 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 Sapphire Crest Realty LLC. HPD has recorded 280 housing violations here, most recently on March 17, 2026. 18 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 8 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
280
DOB violations
15
ECB violations
7
HPD complaints
139

What to know

Concern
10 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Mar 17, 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

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
8
About 100% of the building's 8 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

Think your apartment is stabilized? Request its rent history from HCR (free), then check your renewal with the renewal calculator.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 280

  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at vestible door at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 17, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door and frame at vestibule , 1st story

    Dec 29, 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
  • C

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 4th room from east located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Replace with new the missing entrance door in the bathroom located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective reglaze bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly secure the loose at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
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  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 18, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 18, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective radiator air valve releasing steam and water in the bathroom located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 18, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly secure the loose wash basin at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 18, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Feb 18, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at celler at boiler room

    Feb 18, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 18, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective counter balance at lower sash window leading to fire escape at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 18, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 16, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Properly secure the loose wash basin at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 16, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in wash basin at waste line in the bathroom located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 16, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Feb 16, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 16, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 16, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 16, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 1sq ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south original violation 15302812 issued 10-aug-22 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Aug 10, 2022 · Apt 1L

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 1sq ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 10, 2022 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the south wall in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 6, 2022 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the south wall in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 6, 2022 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov certified late
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the south wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 6, 2022 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov certified late
  • C

    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) south wall in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 6, 2022 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    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) south wall in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 6, 2022 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    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) south wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 6, 2022 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective .. in the entrance located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 6, 2022 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures electrial light switch at north wall in the entrance located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 6, 2022 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures electrial light switch at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 6, 2022 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective .. in the entrance located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 6, 2022 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet .. in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 6, 2022 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov certified late
  • C

    Repair the leaky and/or defective water supply pipe at water closet in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 6, 2022 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective connection at waste line in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 6, 2022 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 6, 2022 · Apt 2

    Open — Not complied with
  • 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 12, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling and all walls at public hall, 4th story

    Oct 26, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling and all walls at public hall, 4th story

    Oct 26, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling to south wall at public hall, 4th story

    Oct 26, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles at 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th story public hall

    Oct 26, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the public hall and stairs at 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th story

    Oct 26, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 4th story

    Oct 26, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 14, 2020 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective inoperative mortise lock at door in the entrance located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 14, 2020 · Apt 3L

    Open — Not complied with

DOB building violations · 15

  • 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
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Aug 7, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    The legal(8)family multiple dwelling is legally arranged and occupied by nine(9) fam ilies with the creation of an additional dwelling unit at cellar level, the cellar has 3-piece bthrm and kitchenette w/no sec ondary means of egress and in adequate natural light and ventilation rendering it unsafe for use or occupancy

    Jul 10, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Dec 3, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Oct 8, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Plumbing none

    1 tub, 1 laundry, 1 toilet, 1 sink and related hot and cold water lines and waster and vent lines installed in the basement without a permit remedy: obtain a permit

    Jul 10, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 31, 2005

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • 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

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    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

    Jul 25, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 7

  • Class - 2

    Work w/o permit. work noted: @cellar level created full partitions walls for (4)rooms.installed water & waste lines for (3)pc bathrooms (sink,tub,toilet)& residential sink @kitchen.installed new electrical bx c

    Jul 10, 2014

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Electrical work w/o a permit on 7/10/14 at 11:15am i observed new branch circuit wiring in boiler room. an application for certificate of electrical inspection is not on file. remedy: obtain permit

    Jul 10, 2014

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit.on 07/10/14 @ 11:00am during physical insp 1 observed 1 tub,1 lavatory,1 toilet & 1 sink installed in the bsmt w/o a permit.also noted hot & cold water & waste & vent installed w/o a permit.re

    Jul 10, 2014

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Residence altered for occupancy as a dwelling for more than the legally approved number of familites.bldg dept records indicates premises to be legally approved for (8) families.(2)apts @each flr now premises c

    Jul 10, 2014 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Unapproved unsafe unsuitable electrical equipment apparatus materials devices appliances or wiring in use on 7/10/14 at 11:30 i observed : defective wiring in use. defective fixtures are in use. defective recep

    Jul 10, 2014

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c of o & d.o.b records partitions erected creating use of rms for living.kitchen sink & full bathrm w/water closet,wash basin & bathtub present.inadequate natural light & v

    Jul 10, 2014

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway.noted: observed @time of insp @exp #3 storage of household materials on the fire escape creating trip hazard.that creating hazardous conditions for the occupants

    Jul 10, 2014

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 24, 2026 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 27, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 5, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 18, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 17, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 15, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 15, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Feb 15, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 15, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Feb 15, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 15, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 15, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 15, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 14, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 12, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Feb 12, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 12, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 11, 2023 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 11, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Aug 18, 2022 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Aug 15, 2022 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 15, 2022 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Aug 9, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jul 13, 2022 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jun 15, 2022 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jun 10, 2022 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Oct 15, 2020 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 15, 2020 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 12, 2020 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Oct 12, 2020 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 12, 2020 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 12, 2020 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • General

    Janitor/super

    Oct 9, 2020 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 28, 2020 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Aug 28, 2020 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Aug 28, 2020 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Aug 28, 2020 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 28, 2020 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 28, 2020 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 28, 2020 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Aug 27, 2020 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 19, 2020 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 19, 2020 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Aug 19, 2020 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 19, 2020 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Aug 19, 2020 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Mar 10, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 10, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Mar 10, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Mar 10, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Jan 30, 2026$550,000Rentals - walkup apartments8

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C1)
Year built
1910
Floors
4
Residential units
8
Building area
5,600 ft²
Lot area
2,215 ft²
Zoning
R5
Community board
316
Council district
41
Block / lot
1567 / 38
Assessed value
$388,350
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #337760, last renewed Jul 30, 2025.

Questions about 190 Rockaway Avenue

Who owns 190 Rockaway Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Sapphire Crest Realty LLC.

Does 190 Rockaway Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 280 housing violations at this property.

Is 190 Rockaway Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 8 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 8 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 190 Rockaway Avenue built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 190 Rockaway 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.