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889 Manhattan Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11222BBL 3-02563-0043Map

Owner of record: Kong, Byong Hoi

889 Manhattan Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1874 in Brooklyn, 11222. It has 6 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Kong, Byong Hoi. HPD has recorded 143 housing violations here, most recently on July 3, 2026. 30 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 6 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
143
DOB violations
10
ECB violations
1
HPD complaints
43

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Jul 3, 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
6
About 100% of the building's 6 apartments

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 · 143

  • C

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at all ceilings and walls in the entire apartment located at apt 4l, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 3, 2026 · Apt 4L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 2nd story

    Jul 3, 2026

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

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

    Jul 3, 2026

    Open — Invalid certification
  • A

    § 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration acoustic tiles at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 4l, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 3, 2026 · Apt 4L

    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.

    May 5, 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
  • C

    Correct failure to notify occupants and/or to investigate lead-based paint hazards.

    Jul 30, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct failure to provide to the department within 45 days of demand all records required to be maintained by owner pursuant to local law 1 of 2004 related to lead-based paint notices, inspections and remediation/abatement activities.

    Jul 30, 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.

    Jun 10, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 north at east wall in the foyer located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard-paint that is xrf tested inconclusive for lead content at 0.5mg/cm2 and is presumed lead paint as set forth in (28 rcny §11-07(b)) and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface-using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st window frame from north at east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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) north wall, south wall, 2nd window frame from north at east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 north at east wall, north wall, east wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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) north wall, west wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 window frame from south at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective reglaze bath tub surface with spray enamel in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective at 2nd window frame from south at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard-paint that is xrf tested inconclusive for lead content at 0.5mg/cm2 and is presumed lead paint as set forth in (28 rcny §11-07(b)) and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface-using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) south wall in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 window frame from south at west wall, 2nd window frame from south at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 1st riser from south at west wall, 1st riser from south at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 1st riser from west at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st door from west at north wall, 1st door frame from west at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective shut off valve at 1st radiator from north at east in the 1st room from east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing electrical light switch cover at west wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing escutcheon plate at top of 1st steam riser from west at north in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective the 2nd window frame from north at east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 1st radiator from north at east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 from west at north wall, 1st door frame from west at north wall, 1st window frame from south at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 17, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 north at east wall, south wall in the foyer located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 17, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 south at west wall, north wall, west wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 17, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective upper sash spring balance at 1st window from south at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 17, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 17, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at south wall, 1st door from south at west wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 17, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 south at west wall, south wall, 1st window frame from north at east wall, 2nd window frame from north at east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 17, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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) north wall, 1st window frame from south at west wall, 2nd window frame from south at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 17, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 south at west wall, north wall, south wall, east wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 17, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at north wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 17, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation at 1st riser from west at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 17, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective base cabinet at sink in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 17, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by performing activities necessary to abate tested lead-based paint from required window and/or door friction surfaces for apartment and make floors smooth and cleanable, positive lead-based paint in an apartment with a child under six located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jan 13, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 north at east wall, north wall, south wall, 1st window frame from south at west wall, 2nd window frame from south at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jan 13, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling, east wall, south wall, 1st door frame from west at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jan 13, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door in the entrance located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jan 13, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective reglaze bathtub with porcelain in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jan 13, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective base and wall cabinet at the sink in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jan 13, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jan 13, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing upper escutcheon plate at steam riser at the south wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jan 13, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the east wall, east wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jan 13, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st door frame from south at west wall, west wall, west wall, 1st door frame from south at west wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jan 13, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 from west at north wall, 1st window frame from south at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jan 13, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 10

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 16, 1993

    Dob violation - active
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Sep 29, 1989

    Dob violation - active
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Aug 27, 1985

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmrk-landmark none

    Jan 30, 1984

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Jan 30, 1984

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 1

  • Class - 2

    Observed commercial storefront awning originally covered under the sign/awning moratorium substantially altered from its original configuration. numerous weighted bags, wood members, ropes/ties and blue tarp ma

    Sep 17, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

    Active

Complaints

  • Electric

    Power outage

    Jul 2, 2026 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Feb 16, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Feb 16, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 16, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 16, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Feb 16, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 16, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Jan 7, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jan 7, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 7, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Close
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  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Jan 7, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Jul 24, 2024 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Jul 10, 2024 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Sep 20, 2023 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 6, 2023 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Feb 6, 2023 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jan 25, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Jan 25, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Signage missing

    Jan 25, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jan 23, 2023 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window pane

    Jan 23, 2023 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Jan 23, 2023 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Jan 23, 2023 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Jan 23, 2023 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Jan 23, 2023 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jan 23, 2023 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jan 23, 2023 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jan 19, 2023 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jan 19, 2023 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Dec 27, 2022 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Sep 21, 2019 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Sep 21, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Mar 28, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 11, 2012 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 22, 2008 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 22, 2008 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 20, 2008 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 19, 2008 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 15, 2006 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 17, 2004 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Oct 29, 2003 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Oct 29, 2003 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 9, 2003 · Apt 4L

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Mixed residential and retail building (S5)
Year built
1874
Floors
4
Residential units
6
Building area
4,320 ft²
Lot area
2,074 ft²
Zoning
C4-3A
Community board
301
Council district
33
Block / lot
2563 / 43
Assessed value
$1,594,800
Landmark / historic district
Greenpoint Historic District

HPD registration #333951, last renewed Jul 17, 2026.

Questions about 889 Manhattan Avenue

Who owns 889 Manhattan Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Kong, Byong Hoi.

Does 889 Manhattan Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 143 housing violations at this property.

Is 889 Manhattan Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 6 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 889 Manhattan Avenue built?

City records list 1874 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 889 Manhattan Avenue?

It has 6 residential units and 7 units in total.

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