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168 South 3 Street

Brooklyn, NY 11211BBL 3-02431-0022Map

Owner of record: 3 Covert LLC

168 South 3 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Brooklyn, 11211. It has 7 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 3 Covert LLC. HPD has recorded 73 housing violations here, most recently on February 16, 2026. 5 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 8 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
73
DOB violations
21
ECB violations
11
HPD complaints
138

What to know

Concern
2 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Feb 16, 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

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
8
About 100% of the building's 7 apartments
Up from 7 in 2019

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 · 73

  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations that is missing in the entire apartment located at apt 6, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 16, 2026 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock at door leading to fire escape in the 4th room from north at east located at apt 6, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 16, 2026 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules that is missing in the entire apartment located at apt 6, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 16, 2026 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat from an approved central heating system, or an approved system of gas or electrical heating in good operating condition for the dwelling unit in the entire apartment located at apt 5, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 16, 2026 · Apt 5

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door leading to basement locked at west yard

    Feb 16, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat from an approved central heating system, or an approved system of gas or electrical heating in good operating condition for the dwelling unit in the entire apartment located at apt 6, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 16, 2026 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 6, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 16, 2026 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall, east wall and ceiling in the foyer located at bsmt-apt 1, 1st bsmt-apt from south at west

    Jul 5, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at south wall and ceiling in the 2nd room from north at east located at bsmt-apt 1, 1st bsmt-apt from south at west

    Jul 5, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective counterbalance at lower sash at 2nd window from east at south in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 1, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 5, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10sq feet at west wall and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st apartment from south at west original violation 18068041 issued 05-jul-25 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Jul 5, 2025 · Apt 1

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 5, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10sq feet at west wall and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 5, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 26, 2024

    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 26, 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 16, 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 11, 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.

    Mar 29, 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 24, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... the ceiling (approx. 1 sq. ft.) in the bathroom located at bsmt-apt ground, 1st bsmt-apt from south at west original violation 15339249 issued 24-aug-22 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Aug 24, 2022 · Apt GROUND

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and west wall in the bathroom located at bsmt-apt ground, 1st bsmt-apt from south at west

    Aug 24, 2022 · Apt GROUND

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling in the foyer located at apt ground, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 24, 2022 · Apt GROUND

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the foyer located at apt ground, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 24, 2022 · Apt GROUND

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt ground, 1st bsmt-apt from south at west

    Aug 24, 2022 · Apt GROUND

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt ground, 1st bsmt-apt from south at west

    Aug 24, 2022 · Apt GROUND

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the west wall in the bathroom located at bsmt-apt ground, 1st bsmt-apt from south at west

    Aug 24, 2022 · Apt GROUND

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at north and west walls in the bathroom located at bsmt-apt ground, 1st bsmt-apt from south at west

    Aug 24, 2022 · Apt GROUND

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at bsmt-apt ground, 1st bsmt-apt from south at west

    Aug 24, 2022 · Apt GROUND

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... in the 1st entrance from north at west located at bsmt-apt ground, 1st bsmt-apt from south at west

    Aug 24, 2022 · Apt GROUND

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... the ceiling (approx. 1 sq. ft.) in the bathroom located at bsmt-apt ground, 1st bsmt-apt from south at west

    Aug 24, 2022 · Apt GROUND

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 8, 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.

    Mar 2, 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.

    Apr 16, 2021

    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 13, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, apartment at south

    Nov 13, 2019 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective (unhinged) doors at base cabinet at sink in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, apartment at south

    Nov 13, 2019 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

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

    Nov 13, 2019 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Nov 13, 2019 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, apartment at south

    Nov 13, 2019 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock installed at entrance door to room with fire escape window in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 2, 2nd story, apartment at south

    Nov 13, 2019 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected

    Nov 13, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 13, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors .. in the entrance located at apt 2, 2nd story, apartment at south

    Nov 13, 2019 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 4th story

    Nov 7, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing wire glass panel at building entrance door at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 7, 2019

    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 missing at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 7, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of plexi glass at building entrance door at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 7, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of houshold items on 4th story balcony at eastsouth stack (front of building)

    Nov 7, 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 4, 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.

    Oct 31, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 21

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report

    Nov 8, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Dec 2, 2010

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 31, 2005

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Haz; 2nd off

    Jun 29, 1995

    Vh-violation hazardous - active
  • 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
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Aug 6, 1993

    Vpw-violation unserved ecb-work without permit-active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 11

  • Class - 2

    Observed of corner erected/installed illuminated business sign reads "noods n' chill" with no permit or approval from dob, obtain all permits; obtain permit

    Oct 6, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Observed 1st ground fl./store area installed/erected enclosure obstructing/blocking pedestrian public sidewalk, repair and/or replace; comply with code

    Oct 6, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building exterior wall: defect noted: at exposure #1 missing stucco at corner/exposure 1 & exposure #2 at 2nd & 3rd stories. vertical crack running throughout 2nd story,through 4th story at

    Aug 23, 2010 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    3314.9.supported scaffold does not meet code specifications.noted:supported scaffold erected @ approx 30ft in h @ exp #1,4,is missing mud sills,screw jack,pins,inadequate ties into bldg planks not tied down,gua

    Jul 23, 2010 · Penalty $8,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with an order of the commissioner noted failure to comply with swo 3096 issued on 4/30/09 for no license rigger on site scaffold was removed off job site and work completed on exterior of

    Sep 2, 2009 · Penalty $12,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Supervision or use of rigging equipment w/o a rigger's license. noted:rope scaffold suspended at 2nd flr, off 'c' hooks. remedy: obtain license.

    Apr 30, 2009 · Penalty $4,800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain. defect is: 1st floor joists sloping approx: 10"- 12"inches at kitchen & hallway to rear of apt. remedy: make safe immediately, obtain necessary permits, maintain building.

    Apr 15, 1999

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain defect noted: (1) 1st floor joists sloping approx 10"-12" toward east bearing wall joists inadequately supported by east bearing wall (framed) (2) cracks in plaster walls at rear east wall

    Aug 26, 1996

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain the interior 1st floor support main girder non-bearing broken at not seated into foundation wall shoring up sagging defective floor joist cellar remedy make all necessary repairs.

    Jan 24, 1996 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain the interior building support system common cellar shared by 774 driggs ave 1685 3 st deterjorated 1 floor joists througout 2-wood cirder at the front wall has broken from the foundation 3-f

    May 3, 1995

    Resolve
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  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain the enterior support system deteriorated 1 floor joists throughout 2-first floor apt.sags at front app¢ox.1in secord floor apt sags (front apt.)approx 1in.remedy:provide a structual stabilty

    May 3, 1995

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 4, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 15, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 14, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 13, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 11, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 10, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 3, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 28, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 27, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 26, 2026 · Apt 5

    Close
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  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jul 1, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jul 1, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jul 1, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 7, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 7, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 23, 2022 · Apt GROUND

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Aug 23, 2022 · Apt GROUND

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 23, 2022 · Apt GROUND

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Aug 23, 2022 · Apt GROUND

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 30, 2022 · Apt GROUND

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    May 30, 2022 · Apt GROUND

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    May 30, 2022 · Apt GROUND

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    May 30, 2022 · Apt GROUND

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 7, 2019 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 7, 2019 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Nov 11, 2019 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 11, 2019 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Nov 11, 2019 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Nov 11, 2019 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 4, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 4, 2019 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 4, 2019 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 4, 2019 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 4, 2018 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 4, 2018 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Sewer

    Jan 2, 2018 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Jan 2, 2018 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Jan 2, 2018 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 2, 2018 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door frame

    Dec 16, 2017 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 16, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 15, 2017 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 24, 2016 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 24, 2016 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 24, 2016 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 6, 2015 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 17, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Nov 17, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Oct 15, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Oct 15, 2014 · Apt 1

    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 (C7)
Year built
1910
Floors
4
Residential units
7
Building area
9,130 ft²
Lot area
3,358 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
301
Council district
34
Block / lot
2431 / 22
Assessed value
$1,451,700
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #320638, last renewed Oct 21, 2025.

Questions about 168 South 3 Street

Who owns 168 South 3 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 3 Covert LLC.

Does 168 South 3 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 73 housing violations at this property.

Is 168 South 3 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 8 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 7 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 168 South 3 Street built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 168 South 3 Street?

It has 7 residential units and 8 units in total.

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