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257 Quincy Street

Brooklyn, NY 11216BBL 3-01803-0086Map

Owner of record: Ota Quincy, LLC

257 Quincy Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11216. It has 21 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Ota Quincy, LLC. HPD has recorded 713 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 49 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 11 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
713
DOB violations
3
ECB violations
5
HPD complaints
1,066

What to know

Concern
12 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 5, 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
11
About 52% of the building's 21 apartments
Down from 12 in 2018

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 · 713

  • 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.

    May 5, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Apr 4, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 4, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling 1st story public hall at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 4, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 4, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post and maintain a notice, written in english and in spanish, on the building entrance door or other conspicuous location in the building common area, stating that: (1) the building is in the alternative enforcement program, (2) that occupants may call 311 or the aep at 212-863-8262 to report housing maintenance complaints, (3) the name, telephone, and address of the owner, and, (4) the identity of any financial institution that holds a mortgage on the property. post at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 4, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice regarding rent stabilization law, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a conspicuous location within the common area at the buildings entrance. for more information about signage requirements, please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/required-signage.page

    Apr 4, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the landing and stairs at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 4, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color under base cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 4, 2026 · Apt 2D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 4, 2026 · Apt 2D

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
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  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 4, 2026 · Apt 2D

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 4, 2026 · Apt 2D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all ceilings, walls and trim in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 4, 2026 · Apt 2D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Apr 4, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Apr 4, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective door in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Apr 4, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic wall tiles surrounding bottom wash basin vanity in the bathroom located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Apr 4, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Apr 4, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Apr 4, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective enamel at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Apr 4, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective intercom / bell/ buzzer in the entire apartment located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Apr 4, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Apr 4, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl tiles in the kitchen located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Apr 4, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose upper and lower wall cabinets in the kitchen located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Apr 4, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Apr 4, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective connection at waste line at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 4, 2026 · Apt 2D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 4th room from north at west located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 4, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st closet from south at west wall door, 1st door frame from south at west wall, 1st window frame from north at east wall, 2nd window frame from north at east wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 4, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Feb 4, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

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

    Feb 4, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • A

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wall light switch at west wall in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 4, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at 1st door frame from south at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 4, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from west at north wall in the 4th room from north at east located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 4, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st window frame from north at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 4, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st window frame from north at east wall in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 4, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation at 1st riser from north at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 4, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Feb 4, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 16, 2026 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Jan 16, 2026 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets shower knob at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 16, 2026 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective mailbox at public hall, 1st story

    Jan 16, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective intercom located at building front at public hall, 1st story

    Jan 16, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Replace with new the missing escutcheon plate at ceiling around heat riser pipe in the bathroom located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 16, 2025 · Apt 3C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak the ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 16, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 16, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 16, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 16, 2025 · Apt 3C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 16, 2025 · Apt 3C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective bell, buzzer and return intercom system from building front entrance to in the entire apartment located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 16, 2025 · Apt 3C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the debris at public hall stairs

    Dec 13, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 3

  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Mar 11, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 5

  • Class - 1

    In apt 1e, in hallway closet section of ceiling approximately 2'x2' has dislodged from water seepage from apt 2d. ceiling has struck tenant who was removed to hospital., repair and/replace

    Jun 1, 2022 · Penalty $6,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    As per section of the law hmc27-2033 owner must post boiler room access sign conspicously in the lobby. correct violating condition and submit a certificate of correction.

    Mar 15, 2022 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Poor flame from burner ýpulsation/vibration¨;correct violation and submit the certificate of correction

    Jan 10, 2022 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35362930m issued on 01/02/2019 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.rem:comply with commis

    Apr 6, 2019 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Sec. 1003-6 egress from fire escape balconies not to be obstructed by signs,fixed awnings or any other obstructions. observed: at rear yard at exp#3 between 4 & 3 floors by fire escape way installed hvca unit

    Jan 2, 2019 · Penalty $625

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Oct 7, 2026 · Apt 1E

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 10, 2026 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jul 26, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jul 22, 2026 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jul 20, 2026 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 14, 2026 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jul 14, 2026 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 23, 2026 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jun 23, 2026 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 23, 2026 · Apt 2D

    Close
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  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jun 23, 2026 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 1, 2026 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 1, 2026 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 10, 2026 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 10, 2026 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 10, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 10, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 10, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 10, 2026 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 10, 2026 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 9, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 9, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 9, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 9, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Door/frame

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door frame

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Feb 3, 2026 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 3, 2026 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Feb 3, 2026 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Feb 3, 2026 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Jan 30, 2026 · Apt 2E

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jan 30, 2026 · Apt 2E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 29, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jan 27, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Aug 11, 2026$2,500,000Rentals - walkup apartments21

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C1)
Year built
1931
Floors
4
Residential units
21
Building area
17,650 ft²
Lot area
5,000 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
303
Council district
36
Block / lot
1803 / 86
Assessed value
$893,700
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #328650, last renewed Jul 9, 2025.

Questions about 257 Quincy Street

Who owns 257 Quincy Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Ota Quincy, LLC.

Does 257 Quincy Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 713 housing violations at this property.

Is 257 Quincy Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 11 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 52% of its 21 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 257 Quincy Street built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 257 Quincy Street?

It has 21 residential units.

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