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537 Franklin Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11238BBL 3-02017-0005Map

Owner of record: Clarissa Eubanks Revocable Trust

537 Franklin Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Brooklyn, 11238. It has 5 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Clarissa Eubanks Revocable Trust. HPD has recorded 59 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 45 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
59
DOB violations
0
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
39

What to know

Concern
7 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 4, 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 · 59

  • 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 4, 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

    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.

    Jun 9, 2025

    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 10, 2024

    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.

    Mar 22, 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 14, 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 24, 2022

    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 8, 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 30, 2019

    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 9, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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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.

    Oct 9, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 ***minimum 100 watts of incandescent light required***

    May 11, 2012

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4f, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 5, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4f, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 5, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4f, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 5, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4f, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Feb 23, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4f, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Feb 23, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Refit door in the 2nd room from east at north located at apt 4f, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Feb 23, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective window frame at lower sash in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 4f, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Feb 23, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 4f, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Feb 23, 2010 · Apt 4F

    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 entire apartment located at apt 4f, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Feb 23, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice and roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 17, 2003 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective locking device in the entrance located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 17, 2003 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective base cabinet under sink in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 17, 2003 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide 3 extra sprinkler heads and suitable wrench for emergency purposes at o.s.y. valve of sprinkler in accordance with the rules and regulations of this department at cellar.

    May 17, 2002

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Provide a lock and key to the entrance door of dwelling unit and, if a cl a multiple dwelling, also chain door guard missing 2 sty apt 3r , section '' ''

    Apr 22, 1999 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing 2 sty apt 3r , section '' ''

    Apr 22, 1999 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective and or painted sprinkler heads bathroom ceiling 2 sty apt 3r , section '' ''

    Apr 22, 1999 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures gas range kitchen 2 sty apt 3r , section '' ''

    Apr 22, 1999 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice 2 sty apt 3r , section '' ''

    Apr 22, 1999 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing electrical switch cover kitchen area 2 sty apt 3r , section '' ''

    Apr 22, 1999 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Section 65 m/d law provide under completed permit, a proper enclosure for the central heating plant, center cellar

    Apr 19, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of osy valve not locked in open position at front cellar

    Apr 19, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of painted sprinker heads at 2nd sty public hall ceiling

    Apr 19, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Replace with new the missing cover plate north wall switch kitchen 2 sty rear apt 3r , section '' ''

    Apr 13, 1999 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Replace with new the missing cover plate south wall outlet kitchen 2 sty rear apt 3r , section '' ''

    Apr 13, 1999 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective connection unions and steam valves radiators located in bathroom and rear room 2 sty rear apt 3r er1 , section '' ''

    Apr 13, 1999 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures kitchen 2 sty rear apt 3r , section '' ''

    Apr 13, 1999 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 100 watts incand required fixture present

    Aug 6, 1998

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system cellar door locked

    Nov 15, 1990

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling & walls 2 sty apt 2f bathroom. located at apt 2f

    Nov 9, 1988 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective control knobs gas range 2 sty apt 2f kitchen. located at apt 2f

    Nov 9, 1988 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet 2 sty apt 2l bathroom. , section '' ''

    Nov 9, 1988 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace with new the missing glass upper window sash 2 sty apt 2f north front room er1. located at apt 2f

    Nov 9, 1988 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace with new the missing glass lower window sash 2 sty apt 2f south front room er1. located at apt 2f

    Nov 9, 1988 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in washbasin 2 sty apt 2f bathroom er1. located at apt 2f

    Nov 9, 1988 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove all obstructions from water closet 2 sty apt 2f bathroom er1. located at apt 2f

    Nov 9, 1988 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of refrigerator scuttle recess 3 sty.

    Feb 11, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Feb 11, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-21.03 adm code paint or post a sign indicating floors on wall at or near stairs public hall all stys.

    Jun 16, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 0

No DOB violations on record

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Aug 26, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Aug 26, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 26, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 26, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Aug 26, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Construction

    Roof

    Aug 26, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Aug 26, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke detector

    Aug 26, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Carbon monoxide

    Aug 26, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Aug 26, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
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  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Aug 26, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 26, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Mar 3, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 3, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Mar 3, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Mar 3, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Mar 3, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Mar 3, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Mar 3, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Mar 3, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Mar 3, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 23, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Feb 23, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Feb 23, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 23, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Feb 20, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Feb 20, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 20, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Feb 19, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Feb 19, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Feb 19, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Feb 19, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Feb 19, 2010 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 10, 2009 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 6, 2009 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 25, 2009 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jun 23, 2009 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Appliance

    Sprinker cert

    Jul 26, 2004

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jul 2, 2003 · Apt .

    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 (C2)
Year built
1930
Floors
3
Residential units
5
Building area
2,700 ft²
Lot area
2,000 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
303
Council district
36
Block / lot
2017 / 5
Assessed value
$334,350
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #333578, last renewed Jul 21, 2026.

Questions about 537 Franklin Avenue

Who owns 537 Franklin Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Clarissa Eubanks Revocable Trust.

Does 537 Franklin Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 59 housing violations at this property.

Is 537 Franklin 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 537 Franklin Avenue built?

City records list 1930 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 537 Franklin Avenue?

It has 5 residential units.

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