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637 Greene Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-01795-0065Map

Owner of record: Cowan, Moses

637 Greene Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 3 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Cowan, Moses. HPD has recorded 13 housing violations here, most recently on February 25, 2022.

HPD violations
13
DOB violations
1
ECB violations
4
HPD complaints
85

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Feb 25, 2022

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 · 13

  • 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.

    Feb 25, 2022

    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.

    Apr 9, 2021

    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.

    Nov 9, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperative located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 1, 2012 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    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 = 3; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 2; in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 26, 2012 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Sep 26, 2012 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or is on a deteriorated subsurface - using exclusive interim controls. ceiling, west wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Dec 6, 2003 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or is on a deteriorated subsurface - using exclusive interim controls. ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Dec 6, 2003 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface on wood trim, doors, or windows - using exclusive interim controls, which include a surface dust test in accordance with statute. west closet door casing in the private hallway located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Dec 6, 2003 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface on wood trim, doors, or windows - using exclusive interim controls, which include a surface dust test in accordance with statute. west door molding in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Dec 6, 2003 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or is on a deteriorated subsurface - using exclusive interim controls. south riser in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Dec 6, 2003 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or is on a deteriorated subsurface - using exclusive interim controls. ceiling, south riser in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Dec 6, 2003 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system : door locked at boiler room, cellar

    Dec 6, 2003

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 1

  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    May 12, 1993

    Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed

ECB violations · 4

  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall defects noted front wall of building brownstone is pulling away from at various location remedy maintain exterior building wall make safe immediatly

    Jul 18, 2002 · Penalty $10,000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall defectior noted front wall broughton no pulling away from wall at various location. remedy; maintian exterrion building wall.

    Mar 6, 2002 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Leader line drain missing rear of builder failure to maintain plumbing and/or appurtenances non-hazardous remedy:maintain plumbing and/ or appurtenances

    Oct 7, 1994 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall.defect is:cracked loose bulging masonry plaster between 2 and 3 story east front basement and 1ststory front center amd various location at front throughout.remedy:mak

    Sep 29, 1994 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Paint/plaster

    Door/frame

    Feb 8, 2013 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 22, 2013 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Sep 24, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Sep 24, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Sep 24, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Sep 24, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Window guards

    Nov 5, 2011 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Nov 5, 2011 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Nov 5, 2011 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 9, 2008 · Apt 4

    Close
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  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 19, 2008 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 6, 2007 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    May 7, 2004 · Apt 1FLR

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    May 7, 2004 · Apt 1FLR

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    May 7, 2004 · Apt 1FLR

    Close
  • Heating

    Radiator

    May 7, 2004 · Apt 1FLR

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    May 7, 2004 · Apt 1FLR

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    May 7, 2004 · Apt 1FLR

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    May 7, 2004 · Apt 1FLR

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    May 7, 2004 · Apt 1FLR

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    May 7, 2004 · Apt 1FLR

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    May 7, 2004 · Apt 1FLR

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Feb 3, 2004 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 3, 2004 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Feb 3, 2004 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Stairs

    Feb 3, 2004 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Feb 3, 2004 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Feb 3, 2004 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 31, 2004 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 29, 2004 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 27, 2004 · Apt 2NDFL

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Janitor/super

    Dec 9, 2003 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Dec 9, 2003 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 9, 2003 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Dec 6, 2003 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 6, 2003 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Dec 6, 2003 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 3, 2003 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Dec 2, 2003 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Dec 2, 2003 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Stairs

    Dec 2, 2003 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 2, 2003 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 2, 2003 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Dec 2, 2003 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Dec 2, 2003 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Dec 2, 2003 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Dec 2, 2003 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Dec 2, 2003 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Dec 2, 2003 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 2, 2003 · 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
Walk-up apartment building (C0)
Year built
1910
Floors
3
Residential units
3
Building area
3,200 ft²
Lot area
2,000 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
303
Council district
36
Block / lot
1795 / 65
Assessed value
$98,700
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #341459, last renewed Jul 29, 2025.

Questions about 637 Greene Avenue

Who owns 637 Greene Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Cowan, Moses.

Does 637 Greene Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 13 housing violations at this property.

Is 637 Greene Avenue 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 637 Greene Avenue built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 637 Greene Avenue?

It has 3 residential units.

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