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853 Herkimer Street

Brooklyn, NY 11233BBL 3-01703-0042Map

Owner of record: The Elsie Raphael Irrevocable Trust

853 Herkimer Street is a two-family home built in 1899 in Brooklyn, 11233. It has 2 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is The Elsie Raphael Irrevocable Trust. HPD has recorded 67 housing violations here, most recently on November 24, 2025. 5 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
67
DOB violations
4
ECB violations
16
HPD complaints
203

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Nov 24, 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

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 · 67

  • 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, 2025

    Open — Info 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.

    Dec 4, 2024

    Open — Info 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.

    Nov 28, 2023

    Open — Info 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.

    Nov 17, 2022

    Open — Info 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.

    Mar 16, 2022

    Open — Info 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.

    Nov 8, 2019

    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.

    Jan 11, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Oct 1, 2016 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Oct 1, 2016 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Oct 1, 2016 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all windows sills in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Oct 1, 2016 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective electrical outlet at north wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Oct 1, 2016 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Oct 1, 2016 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures at washbasin and bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2fl, 2nd story

    Mar 30, 2014 · Apt 2FL

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 2fl, 2nd story

    Mar 30, 2014 · Apt 2FL

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures at washbasin and bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2fl, 2nd story

    Mar 30, 2014 · Apt 2FL

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at the range in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Nov 3, 2011 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures .. in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Oct 7, 2011 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 22, 2008 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Jul 13, 2005 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Jul 13, 2005 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide sufficient, proper and separate metal receptacles for the deposit of garbage, rubbish and other waste material and arrange for collection and disposal of such material.

    Jun 27, 2005

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wooden floor causing trip hazard in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 2

    May 6, 2005 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly secure the loose handrail at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 4, 2005

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Apr 4, 2005 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures at bathtub & washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Apr 4, 2005 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures bathtub & washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Apr 4, 2005 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective bell buzzer in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Apr 4, 2005 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures bathtub and wash-basin in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 4, 2005 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 4, 2005 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective wood moulding at door frame in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 4, 2005 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective wood moulding at door frame in the 3rd room from north located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 4, 2005 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective and make operative shut-off valve at radiator in the 2nd room from north located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 4, 2005 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 4, 2005 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 4, 2005 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing wood baluster at top landing in the private hallway located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Apr 3, 2005 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing baluster at landing at public hall stairs, 2nd story

    Apr 3, 2005

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures no volume at cold water fixture in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Apr 3, 2005 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures no volume at hot water fixture in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Apr 3, 2005 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Apr 3, 2005 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets sink in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Mar 5, 2005 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective wood floor at radiator in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Mar 5, 2005 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening key operated double cylinder lock at entrance door to building

    Dec 3, 2004

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Dec 3, 2004 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures .. in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Dec 3, 2004 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Nov 9, 2004 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening key operrated double cylinder lock at entrance door to bldg

    May 12, 2004

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures

    Dec 31, 2003 · Apt 2FL

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3 fl, 2nd story

    Mar 1, 2003 · Apt 3 FL

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood molding and floor in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Sep 24, 2002 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 4

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    May 29, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    May 29, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    May 29, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Work w/out permit

    Aug 21, 2010

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed

ECB violations · 16

  • Class - 2

    F.t.m.b. & all parts thereof in a code-compliant manner. note: exp #1 curb illegally cut sidewalk lowered enabling a vehicle to drive unto an illegal parking pad. curb cut is approx. 12' 9" wide. property is on

    Jun 3, 2022 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Class - 3

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner - work without a permit: at time of inspection, observed sidewalk curb cut aproximately 10 linear ft at exposure 1 at the above location in r6 district with

    Nov 30, 2021 · Penalty $500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner.failure to maintain building and all parts thereof in a code-compliant manner.at the time of my inspection i observed sidewalk curb at front of property(exp

    Mar 23, 2020 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35375793h issued on 2/27/19 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.rem: comply with commiss

    Dec 23, 2019 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35375793h issued on 02-27-2019 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.failure to safeguard a

    Oct 8, 2019 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation# 35375795l issued on 02/27/19 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. remedy: comply with co

    Jul 31, 2019 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35375793h issued on 2/27/19,and to file a cert.of correctionpursuant to 28.201.1 & 1rcny 102-01rem:comply with commissioner's orde

    Jul 31, 2019 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner order contained in summons/violation #35375793h issued on 2/27/19 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.comply with commissioners

    May 9, 2019 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35375795l issued on 2/7/19 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.comply with commissioners

    May 9, 2019 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to safeguard all person and property affected by cosnrtcution operation.noted:premises 2 story wood frame attached nfp building.at the time of inspection i observed illegal renovation work in progress e

    Feb 27, 2019 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
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  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain adequate housekeeping per section requirements.noted:premises 2 story wood frame attached building at the time of inspection i observed illegal renovation work in progress.demoltion debris f

    Feb 27, 2019 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Unlawfully continued work while on notice of a stop work order.noted:premises 2 story attached wood frame nfp building a violation #082110cerpg02/34859831x warranted with full stop work order for rear extension

    Feb 27, 2019 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work without permit.noted:premises 2 story attached wood frame dwelling,at the time of inspection i observed demoltion done 1st floor.2nd floor roof & basement floor joists and new joists installation done basm

    Feb 27, 2019 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Sec. 28-105.1 work w/o a permit. work noted: at rear single story extension approx 20'x 15'x 12'. concrete block wall walls wood framed interior with (bat insulation) w/electrical wiring. remedy: stop all work

    Aug 21, 2010 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in a code compliant manner at time of inspection observed stairs at interior of bldg leading from 1st to 2nd fl have separated at the stringer treads are out of level carpeting is loose

    Dec 8, 2008 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Fence exceeds permitted height. at time of insp fence at front yard ofpremises constructed from square steel stock-picket style, exceeds permitted height in that it measures approx 7' & is approx 48 linear feet

    Dec 8, 2008 · Penalty $200

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Sep 22, 2016 · Apt 3RDFL

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Sep 22, 2016 · Apt 3RDFL

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Window/frame

    Sep 22, 2016 · Apt 3RDFL

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Sep 22, 2016 · Apt 3RDFL

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 22, 2016 · Apt 3RDFL

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Sep 22, 2016 · Apt 3RDFL

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Sep 22, 2016 · Apt 3RDFL

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Sep 22, 2016 · Apt 3RDFL

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Mar 27, 2014 · Apt 3RDFL

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Oct 28, 2011 · Apt 2

    Close
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  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Oct 28, 2011 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 28, 2011 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 5, 2011 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Aug 16, 2011 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Aug 16, 2011 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Aug 16, 2011 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Shower-stall

    Dec 5, 2008 · Apt TOP

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Dec 5, 2008 · Apt TOP

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Oct 25, 2008 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 12, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jan 21, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 21, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 7, 2007 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Oct 23, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Oct 23, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Oct 23, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Oct 23, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 23, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Oct 10, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Oct 10, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Aug 21, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Aug 21, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 21, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 21, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Aug 21, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 11, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Aug 11, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 11, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Aug 11, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Aug 9, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jul 17, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Ceramic-tile

    Jul 17, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jul 17, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jul 17, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jul 17, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jun 29, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jun 24, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jun 18, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jun 18, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jun 18, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Two-family home (B3)
Year built
1899
Floors
2
Residential units
2
Building area
2,630 ft²
Lot area
1,667 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
303
Council district
41
Block / lot
1703 / 42
Assessed value
$81,840
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #815325, last renewed Jan 20, 2021.

Questions about 853 Herkimer Street

Who owns 853 Herkimer Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is The Elsie Raphael Irrevocable Trust.

Does 853 Herkimer Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 67 housing violations at this property.

Is 853 Herkimer 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 853 Herkimer Street built?

City records list 1899 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 853 Herkimer Street?

It has 2 residential units.

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