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393 Jefferson Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-01830-0053Map

Owner of record: Vernasta R. Whyte, As Trustee

393 Jefferson Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1905 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 4 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Vernasta R. Whyte, As Trustee. HPD has recorded 30 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 23 of the 30 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
30
DOB violations
4
ECB violations
1
HPD complaints
22

What to know

Concern
1 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 · 30

  • 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
  • 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

    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 10, 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

    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.

    Mar 23, 2023

    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 10, 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.

    Feb 25, 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.

    Feb 25, 2022

    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.

    Apr 9, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • 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

    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 10, 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 9, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the walls and ceilings through-out at entire apartment, apartment

    Jun 14, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the construction materials remove from inside of building under stoop

    Jun 14, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective closet wood door frame at 1st room from north, apartment

    Jun 14, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor at kitchen, apartment

    Jun 14, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Refit door off hinges at public hall

    Jun 14, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector that is missing at entire apartment, apartment

    Jun 14, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective sheetrock at north wall in the 3rd room from north located at bsmt-apt 1

    May 3, 2004 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the kitchen located at bsmt-apt 1

    May 3, 2004 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt 1

    May 3, 2004 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt 1

    May 3, 2004 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective ceramic tiles in the kitchen located at apt 1

    Jan 10, 2004 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Refit and make operable closet door in the private hallway located at apt 1

    Jan 10, 2004 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective light fixture at west wall in the bathroom located at apt bsmt

    Jan 10, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt bsmt

    Jan 10, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt bsmt

    Jan 10, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 1

    Jan 10, 2004 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Jan 9, 2004

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 4

  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 16, 1993

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 1

  • Non-hazardous

    Cement hole in chimney.

    Nov 6, 1989

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Nov 3, 2010 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Nov 3, 2010 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 18, 2005 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 31, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 28, 2004 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Appliance

    Sprinker cert

    Jul 26, 2004

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 13, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jun 13, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Jun 13, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Jun 13, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    Close
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  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 13, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 8, 2004 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 8, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Jan 8, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Jan 8, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • General

    Ceramic-tile

    Jan 8, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jan 8, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 8, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Jan 8, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 2, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 21, 2003 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 13, 2003 · Apt BLDG

    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
1905
Floors
3
Residential units
4
Building area
2,940 ft²
Lot area
2,000 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
303
Council district
36
Block / lot
1830 / 53
Assessed value
$362,250
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #348887, last renewed Oct 10, 2025.

Questions about 393 Jefferson Avenue

Who owns 393 Jefferson Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Vernasta R. Whyte, As Trustee.

Does 393 Jefferson Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 30 housing violations at this property.

Is 393 Jefferson 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 393 Jefferson Avenue built?

City records list 1905 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 393 Jefferson 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.