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499 Washington Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11238BBL 3-01979-0001Map

Owner of record: Washington Usa LLC

499 Washington Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Brooklyn, 11238. It has 16 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Washington Usa LLC. HPD has recorded 40 housing violations here, most recently on September 16, 2025. 5 of the 40 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 5 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
40
DOB violations
3
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
95

What to know

Concern
4 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Sep 16, 2025

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
5
About 31% of the building's 16 apartments
Down from 6 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 · 40

  • B

    Provide sufficient, proper and separate metal receptacles for the deposit of garbage, rubbish and other waste material and arrange for collection and disposal of such material.

    Sep 16, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    § 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor ... frame missing at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 16, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes household items at balcony at building front at fire escape, 2nd story

    Sep 25, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 12, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 30, 2024 · Apt 12

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 15, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Feb 23, 2024 · Apt 15

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 15, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Feb 23, 2024 · Apt 15

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective [hinges springs] in the entrance located at apt 15, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Feb 23, 2024 · Apt 15

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock installed on entrance door at room with fire escape window. in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 15, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Feb 23, 2024 · Apt 15

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective brick chimney 1st from east at south ,at north parapet wall, on rear east section

    Feb 23, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective brick chimney 4th from west at north, at north parapet wall,on rear east section

    Feb 23, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the roof

    Feb 23, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of maintenance material and household articles at the intermediate landing, on the 4th story at public hall stairs

    Feb 23, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling ,north,east and south walls at the bulkhead at public hall stairs

    Feb 23, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling ,north,east and south walls at the bulkhead at public hall stairs

    Feb 23, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective [ hinges springs] at the entrance to the roof from the bulkhead at public hall stairs

    Feb 23, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household articles on the floor at public hall, 4th story

    Feb 23, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the building front entrance court

    Aug 31, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household articles at vestibule , 1st story

    Aug 31, 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 27, 2023

    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 16, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective located at apt 15, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Feb 17, 2012 · Apt 15

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 15, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Feb 17, 2012 · Apt 15

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination at public hall, 3rd story

    Mar 3, 2011

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective broken wired glass , upper window sash at intermediate landing between 1st and 2nd story at public hall stairs

    Dec 22, 2010

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective located at apt 14, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 22, 2010 · Apt 14

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective located at apt 14, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 22, 2010 · Apt 14

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at basement

    Dec 20, 2010

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Dec 20, 2010

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate at east 2 window in the 3rd room from east located at apt 10, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 20, 2010 · Apt 10

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from east at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 10, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 20, 2010 · Apt 10

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st door from east at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 10, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 23, 2010 · Apt 10

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st closet from north at east wall door in the foyer located at apt 10, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 23, 2010 · Apt 10

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate .. located at apt 10, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 23, 2010 · Apt 10

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 east at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 10, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 23, 2010 · Apt 10

    Open — Certification postponment granted
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the kitchen , the 1st room from east located at apt 10, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 23, 2010 · Apt 10

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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) chair rails at south wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 10, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 23, 2010 · Apt 10

    Open — Certification postponment granted
  • 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 north at east wall door frame in the foyer located at apt 10, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 23, 2010 · Apt 10

    Open — Certification postponment granted
  • A

    Provide a lock and key to the entrance door of dwelling unit and, if a cl a multiple dwelling, also chain door guard located at apt 10, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 16, 2010 · Apt 10

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate ... located at apt 10, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 16, 2010 · Apt 10

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Refit entrance door to bldg at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 1, 2008

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 3

  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Aug 5, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    May 27, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    May 6, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 26, 2024 · Apt 12

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Aug 26, 2024 · Apt 12

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roofing

    Aug 20, 2024 · Apt 15

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Jan 24, 2024 · Apt 15

    Close
  • Outside building

    Gutter/leader

    Jan 24, 2024 · Apt 15

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jan 24, 2024 · Apt 15

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 24, 2024 · Apt 15

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Nov 23, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 19, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 4, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Aug 8, 2014 · Apt A3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 23, 2014 · Apt APT6

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 9, 2014 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 6, 2012 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 30, 2011 · Apt 10

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Dec 21, 2011 · Apt 15

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Dec 21, 2011 · Apt 15

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Dec 21, 2011 · Apt 15

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Dec 21, 2011 · Apt 15

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Dec 21, 2011 · Apt 15

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Oct 26, 2011 · Apt 17

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Oct 21, 2011 · Apt 17

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Oct 21, 2011 · Apt 14

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Sep 5, 2011 · Apt 17

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat-plant

    Mar 10, 2011 · Apt 10

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 10, 2011 · Apt 10

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 10, 2011 · Apt 10

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 3, 2011 · Apt 10

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat-plant

    Mar 3, 2011 · Apt 10

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 28, 2011 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 8, 2011 · Apt 16

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 21, 2010 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 20, 2010 · Apt 10

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 19, 2010 · Apt 14

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 19, 2010 · Apt 12

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 18, 2010 · Apt 15

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat-plant

    Dec 18, 2010 · Apt 15

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 18, 2010 · Apt 10

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 18, 2010 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 17, 2010 · Apt 10

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 16, 2010 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 15, 2010 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 15, 2010 · Apt 17

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 14, 2010 · Apt 10

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 3, 2010 · Apt 10

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 3, 2010 · Apt 10

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 28, 2010 · Apt 10

    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
1910
Floors
4
Residential units
16
Building area
20,000 ft²
Lot area
5,938 ft²
Zoning
R7A
Community board
302
Council district
35
Block / lot
1979 / 1
Assessed value
$1,360,800
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #300125, last renewed Jun 25, 2026.

Questions about 499 Washington Avenue

Who owns 499 Washington Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Washington Usa LLC.

Does 499 Washington Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 40 housing violations at this property.

Is 499 Washington Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 5 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 31% of its 16 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 499 Washington Avenue built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 499 Washington Avenue?

It has 16 residential units.

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