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455 Putnam Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-01825-0061Map

Owner of record: A Walker

455 Putnam Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 4 residential units across 2.5 floors. The owner of record is A Walker. HPD has recorded 58 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 47 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
58
DOB violations
0
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
36

What to know

Concern
3 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

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 · 58

  • 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

    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

    Open — Info 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.

    Jun 10, 2025

    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 27, 2024

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 9, 2024 · Apt 1A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and west wall in the kitchen located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 9, 2024 · Apt 1A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical light fixture at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 9, 2024 · Apt 1A

    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 11, 2024

    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 21, 2023

    Open — Info 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.

    Mar 24, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • 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 10, 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 1, 2022

    Open — Info 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.

    Mar 1, 2022

    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.

    Apr 12, 2021

    Open — Info 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, 2021

    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.

    Oct 31, 2019

    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.

    Oct 19, 2018

    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, 2017

    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 14, 2016

    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.

    Oct 13, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    May 3, 2009 · Apt 2

    Open — Not complied with
  • 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

    May 3, 2009 · Apt 2

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective shower head in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story

    May 5, 2004 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective enamel glaze coating at washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story

    May 5, 2004 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose electric light fixture at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    May 5, 2004

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective electric light fixture at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    May 5, 2004

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceilings, walls and, wood trims and doors in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story

    May 5, 2004 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing sash chain/cord(s) at lower window sash in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 2, 2nd story

    May 5, 2004 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood window appron in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 2, 2nd story

    May 5, 2004 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    May 5, 2004 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    May 5, 2004 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove the torn and/or loose floor covering , in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story

    May 5, 2004 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Provide a peep hole in entrance door of the dwelling unit so located so as to permit a person inside the dwelling to view any person outside entrance door , in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 2, 2nd story

    May 5, 2004 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story

    May 5, 2004 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    May 5, 2004 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Section 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration dropped/supended ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story

    May 5, 2004 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Section 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration dropped/supended ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story

    May 5, 2004 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items 3 sty public hall.

    May 4, 1988

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination vestibule 1 sty night inspection.

    May 4, 1988

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 50 watts night inspection.

    May 4, 1988

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of concealed leak ceilings 1 sty apt 1 kitchen & center room. , section '' ''

    May 30, 1985 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceilings & walls 1 sty apt 1 thru out. , section '' ''

    May 30, 1985 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    D26-13.03 adm code abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice & roaches 1 sty apt 1 thru out. , section '' ''

    May 30, 1985 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plaster board wall 1 sty apt 1. , section '' ''

    May 30, 1985 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    D26-19.05 adm code provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination 1st sty vestibule.

    May 13, 1985

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all stys public hall.

    May 13, 1985

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    D26-13.03 adm code abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice & roaches kitchen & bathroom basement apt.

    May 13, 1985

    Open — Nov certified late
  • A

    D26-20.08,20.09 adm code file certification of satisfactory installation of smoke detecting device in accordance with h.p.d. rules and regulations.

    May 13, 1985

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of household artiles 3 sty public hall.

    May 13, 1985

    Open — Nov certified late
  • C

    D26-17.10 adm code post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to building's heating system 1 sty public hall & on boiler room door.

    May 13, 1985

    Open — Nov certified late

DOB building violations · 0

No DOB violations on record

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 23, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 13, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 9, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jan 7, 2025 · Apt 1FLOOR

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jan 7, 2025 · Apt 1FLOOR

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jan 7, 2025 · Apt 1FLOOR

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jan 7, 2025 · Apt 1FLOOR

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 7, 2025 · Apt 1FLOOR

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Jan 7, 2025 · Apt 1FLOOR

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 29, 2024 · Apt 1A

    Close
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  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jul 27, 2023 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jul 27, 2023 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 17, 2022 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Feb 8, 2010 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Feb 8, 2010 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Feb 8, 2010 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Feb 8, 2010 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Feb 8, 2010 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Feb 8, 2010 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Apr 27, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Apr 27, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    May 29, 2004 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    May 29, 2004 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Apr 30, 2004 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Apr 30, 2004 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Apr 30, 2004 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Apr 30, 2004 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Apr 30, 2004 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Apr 30, 2004 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Apr 30, 2004 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Apr 30, 2004 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 30, 2004 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 30, 2004 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 30, 2004 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 30, 2004 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Apr 30, 2004 · 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 (C3)
Year built
1931
Floors
2.5
Residential units
4
Building area
2,700 ft²
Lot area
2,000 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
303
Council district
36
Block / lot
1825 / 61
Assessed value
$334,350
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #340257, last renewed Mar 22, 2017.

Questions about 455 Putnam Avenue

Who owns 455 Putnam Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is A Walker.

Does 455 Putnam Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 58 housing violations at this property.

Is 455 Putnam 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 455 Putnam Avenue built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 455 Putnam Avenue?

It has 4 residential units.

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