537 Clinton Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11238BBL 3-02011-0007Map
Owner of record: Js 537 LLC
537 Clinton Avenue is an elevator apartment building built in 1930 in Brooklyn, 11238. It has 64 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is Js 537 LLC. HPD has recorded 208 housing violations here, most recently on September 8, 2026. 4 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 59 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 208
- DOB violations
- 28
- ECB violations
- 9
- HPD complaints
- 444
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 208
- CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 4b, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 8, 2026 · Apt 4B
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10sqft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1k, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west original violation 18795532 issued 17-apr-26 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Apr 17, 2026 · Apt 1K
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1k, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 17, 2026 · Apt 1K
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1k, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 17, 2026 · Apt 1K
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1k, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 17, 2026 · Apt 1K
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 1k, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 17, 2026 · Apt 1K
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1k, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 17, 2026 · Apt 1K
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10sqft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1k, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 17, 2026 · Apt 1K
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods at 2nd stack from north at building front at fire escape
Apr 16, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock at door leading to fire escape in the 3rd room from east located at apt 2h, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from east at south
Apr 8, 2026 · Apt 2H
Closed — Violation closed
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- BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10sqft at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 2h, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from east at south original violation 18772860 issued 08-apr-26 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Apr 8, 2026 · Apt 2H
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10sqft at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 2h, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from east at south
Apr 8, 2026 · Apt 2H
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2h, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from east at south
Apr 8, 2026 · Apt 2H
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2h, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from east at south
Apr 8, 2026 · Apt 2H
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of uncappped radiator valve at east wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 1h, 1st story, 3rd apartment from east at south
Dec 22, 2025 · Apt 1H
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1h, 1st story, 3rd apartment from east at south
Dec 22, 2025 · Apt 1H
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at 1st public hall bulkhead from east, 6th story
Dec 15, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 1sq ft at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1d, 1st story, 4th apartment from west at north original violation 16967240 issued 13-may-24 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1D
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 6sq ft at south and west walls in the bathroom located at apt 1g, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south original violation 16967223 issued 13-may-24 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1G
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at 1st public hall bulkhead from east, 6th story
May 13, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at the ceiling at 1st public hall bulkhead from east, 6th story
May 13, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods , at 1st fire escape, section ''west''
May 13, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at the ceiling and west wall in the 2nd private hallway from north located at apt 1d, 1st story, 4th apartment from west at north
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and east wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 1d, 1st story, 4th apartment from west at north
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective hardwood flooring near the radiator in the 3rd room from north located at apt 1d, 1st story, 4th apartment from west at north
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective closet door in the 1st private hallway from north located at apt 1d, 1st story, 4th apartment from west at north
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 1st private hallway from north located at apt 1d, 1st story, 4th apartment from west at north
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove the torn and/or loose floor covering , in the 1st room from north located at apt 1d, 1st story, 4th apartment from west at north
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective entrance door in the 1st room from north located at apt 1d, 1st story, 4th apartment from west at north
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at the ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 1d, 1st story, 4th apartment from west at north
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling, south, and east walls in the 1st room from north located at apt 1d, 1st story, 4th apartment from west at north
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective , in the entrance located at apt 1d, 1st story, 4th apartment from west at north
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1d, 1st story, 4th apartment from west at north
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 1sq ft at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1d, 1st story, 4th apartment from west at north
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the mold in the ceramic wall tiles around the bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1d, 1st story, 4th apartment from west at north
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl , in the bathroom located at apt 1d, 1st story, 4th apartment from west at north
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Remove the torn and/or loose floor covering , in the bathroom located at apt 1d, 1st story, 4th apartment from west at north
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective entrance door in the bathroom located at apt 1d, 1st story, 4th apartment from west at north
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1d, 1st story, 4th apartment from west at north
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Replace with new the missing escutcheon plates at the riser top and bottom in the kitchen located at apt 1d, 1st story, 4th apartment from west at north
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at the east, west, and south walls in the kitchen located at apt 1d, 1st story, 4th apartment from west at north
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection wasteline at the sink in the kitchen located at apt 1d, 1st story, 4th apartment from west at north
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly secure the loose counter top at the sink in the kitchen located at apt 1d, 1st story, 4th apartment from west at north
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at the sink in the kitchen located at apt 1d, 1st story, 4th apartment from west at north
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at the washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 1g, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1G
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet , in the bathroom located at apt 1g, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1G
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the mold in the ceramic wall tiles around the bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1g, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1G
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl , in the bathroom located at apt 1g, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1G
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the south and west walls in the bathroom located at apt 1g, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1G
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 6sq ft at south and west walls in the bathroom located at apt 1g, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1G
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 28
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection
Nov 14, 2025
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection
Sep 23, 2024
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 1, 2021
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 16, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report
Nov 8, 2019
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 16, 2018
Dob violation - resolved
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- Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 15, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 22, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 20, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 18, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 21, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 15, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 1, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 11, 2005
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 11, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 11, 2004
Dob violation - resolved - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 26, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
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Mar 25, 2002
Dob violation - resolved - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 16, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jul 25, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 7, 1994
Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
Remove elevator controller fuse jumpers
Nov 1, 1988
Dob violation - resolved
ECB violations · 9
- Class - 2
Overhead sheave bearings worn, replace.
May 3, 2023
Resolve - Class - 2
16h11.02x10.69m7.16h11 3rd fl hall door pivot worn out door rub fl and stay open 58b10 too much play between worn and gear 02x10 alarm bell doesn't work 16b01 adjust doors door checks slaming while closing 100m
Jul 31, 2009 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Hazardous
Cease use-08v01,05j01,16i10.85bb05,86bb05,52h11,66o02,60t07,40t07,36t07,59q03,60g11,55y13,57h10,58y02,41d06,74b14,10h11,10m07,31h11,38o02,38x10,38q03.cu 08v-floor stops unlevel at excess of 9".05j-gap between
Feb 13, 2008 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to provide elevator landing sign that shall read: "in case of fire use stairs unless otherwise instructed" at the elevator bank on floor 2 to 6. failure to provide 3-inch minimum high alphabetic letter
Dec 19, 2005 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Non-hazardous
8v1/14m7/71m7/10m7/11b6/20m7/16b1/3b10/70k2 71m toe guard missing 10m 2 gib 71b alarm bell hanging under car 20m 5,2,6 floor vision panel guards 16b adjust door checks 3 flr 3b car wall car door opening side
Feb 11, 2005 · Penalty $350
Resolve - Non-hazardous
83x10/39p16 83)restore car back to service so that a full inspection can be conducted by dept of bldg 39)no access to motor room
Feb 3, 2005 · Penalty $350
Resolve - Non-hazardous
08v01/14m07/71m07/10m07/71b06/66o02/20m07/16b01/21b06/84b10 71m toe guard missing 10m 2nd gib 71b alarm bell hanging under car 20m 5th and 2nd fl vison panel guards 16b adjust door checks 3rd, 6th, 2nd fls 21b
Dec 21, 2004 · Penalty $350
Resolve - Non-hazardous
41a07/20q03/14m03/08v01/29m07/36d06/66o02/58a11/21l10 41-a, provide service to 6fl. 20-q, grills for b,2, and 5pl hoistway door glass. 08-v,bsmt 2fl dw stops 3" high provide direction limts, in hatch or on
Aug 9, 2004 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
46h12 ,39h11,48i12,75u05,14m07,13m07,11m07,08v01,18e11,28h11. 48i counterweight shackle bent in courn light in car 18e car rubbing inter locks 5 and 6 floors
Jan 16, 2000 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Mold
Aug 3, 2026 · Apt 4B
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Aug 3, 2026 · Apt 4B
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Aug 3, 2026 · Apt 4B
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Apr 15, 2026 · Apt 1J
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 15, 2026 · Apt 1J
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 13, 2026 · Apt 1K
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 4, 2026 · Apt 2H
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Mar 31, 2026 · Apt 2H
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Feb 11, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 10, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close
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- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 1, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 25, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 7, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 8, 2025 · Apt 6L
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 5, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 3, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 23, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 4, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 15, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 7, 2024 · Apt 1D
Close - Door/window
Door
May 7, 2024 · Apt 1D
Close - Electric
Lighting
May 7, 2024 · Apt 1D
Close - General
Cabinet
May 7, 2024 · Apt 1D
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
May 7, 2024 · Apt 1D
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 22
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 22
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 22
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 22
Close - Electric
Wiring
Jan 25, 2024 · Apt 6J
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Jan 9, 2024 · Apt 6B
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Jan 9, 2024 · Apt 6J
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 22, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Dec 18, 2023 · Apt 6B
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Dec 18, 2023 · Apt 6J
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Nov 13, 2023 · Apt 1G
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Nov 13, 2023 · Apt 1G
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 21, 2023 · Apt 6J
Close - Electric
Wiring
Aug 14, 2023 · Apt 5K
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 14, 2023 · Apt 5K
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Aug 14, 2023 · Apt 5K
Close - Electric
Wiring
Aug 14, 2023 · Apt 5K
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Aug 14, 2023 · Apt 5K
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 2, 2023 · Apt 4A
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Aug 2, 2023 · Apt 4A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 22, 2023 · Apt 6L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 20, 2023 · Apt 6J
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 10, 2023 · Apt 5K
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
May 1, 2023 · Apt 3C
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Apr 30, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 30, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D1)
- Year built
- 1930
- Floors
- 6
- Residential units
- 64
- Building area
- 44,000 ft²
- Lot area
- 11,000 ft²
- Zoning
- R6A
- Community board
- 302
- Council district
- 35
- Block / lot
- 2011 / 7
- Assessed value
- $3,289,500
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #304856, last renewed Sep 24, 2025.
Questions about 537 Clinton Avenue
Who owns 537 Clinton Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Js 537 LLC.
Does 537 Clinton Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 208 housing violations at this property.
Is 537 Clinton Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 59 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 92% of its 64 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 537 Clinton Avenue built?
City records list 1930 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 537 Clinton Avenue?
It has 64 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.