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121 Van Buren Street

Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-01792-0062Map

Owner of record: Pacific/ Van Buren Realty LLC

121 Van Buren Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 12 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Pacific/ Van Buren Realty LLC. HPD has recorded 325 housing violations here, most recently on April 1, 2026. 3 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 11 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2021.

HPD violations
325
DOB violations
10
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
387

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Apr 1, 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 2021
11
About 92% of the building's 12 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 · 325

  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations defective in the entire apartment located at apt 7, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 1, 2026 · Apt 7

    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.

    Nov 20, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door at north leading to cellar at cellar

    Jun 12, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts apt #12, north 1, 4th story, vacate order posted on 09/11/2023, vacate #238229

    Sep 11, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts apt #1, east 1, 1st story, vacate order posted on 09/11/2023, vacate #238229

    Sep 11, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts apt #2, north 1, 1st story, vacate order posted on 09/11/2023, vacate #238229

    Sep 11, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts apt #3, north 2, 1st story, vacate order posted on 09/11/2023, vacate #238229

    Sep 11, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts apt #4, east1, 2nd story, vacate order posted on 09/11/2023, vacate #238229

    Sep 11, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts apt #5, north 2, 2nd story, vacate order posted on 09/11/2023, vacate #238229

    Sep 11, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts apt #6, north 1, 2nd story, vacate order posted on 09/11/2023, vacate #238229

    Sep 11, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts apt #7, east1, 3rd story, vacate order posted on 09/11/2023, vacate #238229

    Sep 11, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts apt #8, north 2, 3rd story, vacate order posted on 09/11/2023, vacate #238229

    Sep 11, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts apt #9, north 1, 3rd story, vacate order posted on 09/11/2023, vacate #238229

    Sep 11, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts apt #10, east1, 4th story, vacate order posted on 09/11/2023, vacate #238229

    Sep 11, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts apt #11, north 2, 4th story, vacate order posted on 09/11/2023, vacate #238229

    Sep 11, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage in the entire apartment located at apt 12, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 28, 2023 · Apt 12

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 28, 2023 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage in the entire apartment located at apt 6, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 28, 2023 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling and walls at bulkhead

    Aug 28, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

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

    Aug 28, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at public hall, 2nd story

    Aug 28, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire rated material at ceiling at public hall, 2nd story

    Aug 28, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire rated material at ceiling at public hall, 4th story

    Aug 28, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire rated material at ceiling and walls at bulkhead

    Aug 28, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the ceramic tiles with grouted joints/surface of visible mildew and mold around the walls at the bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 18, 2022 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 2 sq.ft at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 18, 2022 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly secure the loose washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 18, 2022 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Sep 18, 2022 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Sep 18, 2022 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 18, 2022 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance at lower window sash at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 18, 2022 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation risers in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 18, 2022 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 18, 2022 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 18, 2022 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Sep 18, 2022 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

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

    Sep 18, 2022 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit the building entrance door at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 10, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove the illegal fastening padlock and chain at gate , building front, southwest section,

    Aug 7, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing missing guardrail above stair below grade , southeast section, building front,

    Aug 7, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    And dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint all parts all stories balconies at the front of the building at fire escape

    Jun 8, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of flower pot on 2nd stiry balcony at the front of the building at fire escape

    Jun 8, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    And dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint at all stories at building rear at fire escape

    Jun 8, 2022

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of growing plants on 2nd story balconty, at building front at fire escape

    Jun 8, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of flower pots on 3rd story balcony, at building rear at fire escape

    Jun 8, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of flower pots on 3rd story balcony, at building rear at fire escape

    Jun 8, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing wood baluster at balustrade at public hall stairs, 4th story

    Jun 8, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective door knob assembly at bulkhead door leading to roof at public hall stairs, 4th story

    Jun 8, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly secure the loose handrail at balustrade at public hall stairs, 4th story

    Jun 8, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood tread 16th from bottom up, at public hall stairs, 4th story

    Jun 8, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 10

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection

    Sep 23, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Structurally compromised building none

    Failure to submit an acceptable inspectn rpt for structurally compromised bldg.

    Oct 15, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Structure rendered non-compliant. at time of inspection observed at roof level bulkhead missing,roof joist severely charred, roof open, windows out at top floor at front and back of building due to fire.

    Aug 24, 2023

    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
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - active
  • 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

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 16, 1993

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 2

  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain buidling in code compliant manner at time of inspection observed second entrance door is cracked and can cut or completely scattered and can harm tenants or visitors as they enter the buildi

    Jul 10, 2020 · Penalty $3,125

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg noted at roof stairs in need of repair. at top of stairs pulled away from wall 3"at middle of stairs pulled away approx 2". the whole stair case is slanted downward the first 6 steps

    Aug 9, 2007 · Penalty $800

    Active

Complaints

  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 19, 2026 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 19, 2026 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 19, 2026 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Feb 19, 2026 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 19, 2026 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 4, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
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  • Safety

    Fire escape

    May 22, 2023 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    May 12, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    May 12, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    May 12, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    May 9, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    May 9, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    May 5, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    May 1, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Apr 28, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Apr 28, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Apr 27, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Apr 27, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Jan 25, 2023 · Apt APARTM

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jan 25, 2023 · Apt APARTM

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jan 25, 2023 · Apt APARTM

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jan 25, 2023 · Apt APARTM

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jan 19, 2023 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jan 19, 2023 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 18, 2023 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jan 18, 2023 · Apt APT2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jan 17, 2023 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Oct 24, 2022 · Apt HALLWA

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Oct 11, 2022 · Apt ENTIRE

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Oct 11, 2022 · Apt 121VAN

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 4, 2022 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 13, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Sep 12, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Sep 12, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Aug 9, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Aug 5, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 28, 2022 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Jul 28, 2022 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 28, 2022 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jul 28, 2022 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 28, 2022 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 28, 2022 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 27, 2022 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 27, 2022 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 27, 2022 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 27, 2022 · Apt 4

    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 (C1)
Year built
1931
Floors
4
Residential units
12
Building area
11,600 ft²
Lot area
3,333 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
303
Council district
36
Block / lot
1792 / 62
Assessed value
$512,100
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #351928, last renewed Nov 20, 2025.

Questions about 121 Van Buren Street

Who owns 121 Van Buren Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Pacific/ Van Buren Realty LLC.

Does 121 Van Buren Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 325 housing violations at this property.

Is 121 Van Buren Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 11 rent-stabilized units here in 2021 (about 92% of its 12 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 121 Van Buren Street built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 121 Van Buren Street?

It has 12 residential units.

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