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856 Manhattan Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11222BBL 3-02574-0050Map

Owner of record: Unavailable Owner

856 Manhattan Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1884 in Brooklyn, 11222. It has 6 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Unavailable Owner. HPD has recorded 60 housing violations here, most recently on February 28, 2026. 28 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 6 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
60
DOB violations
17
ECB violations
1
HPD complaints
131

What to know

Concern
5 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Feb 28, 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 · 60

  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at vestibule door , 1st story

    Feb 28, 2026

    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

    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 10, 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.

    Feb 25, 2022

    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 10, 2016

    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 agency?s housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 27, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 minimum required, light fixture present

    Jul 19, 2013

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective lock mechanism at building entrance door , 1st story

    Jul 6, 2013

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 23, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in vanity sink in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story

    Apr 23, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective mortise lock assembly and handles in the entrance located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 23, 2013 · Apt 2R

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

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

    Apr 23, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 23, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... 1 sq. ft at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 23, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing combination switch and outlet cover t north wall in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 23, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures electric outlet at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 23, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective latches at south from west in the 4th room from east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 23, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective tilt latches at 1st window from north at east in the 1st room from east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 23, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Refit 1st window from north at east in the 1st room from east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 23, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective electrical light fixture at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 23, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 23, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall; in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 23, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective air vent at radiator in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 23, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color north and east wall in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 23, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove the torn and/or loose floor covering vinyl tiles in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story

    Oct 9, 2010 · Apt 2R

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in wasteline at washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 9, 2010 · Apt 2R

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Replace with new the missing wood saddle at floor in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 9, 2010 · Apt 2R

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the garbage at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 23, 2010

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective marble saddle at vestibule door at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 23, 2010

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods at 2nd story balcony at fire escape at front of building

    Dec 30, 2006

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls and ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story

    Aug 14, 2006 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story

    Aug 14, 2006 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story

    Aug 14, 2006 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective mailbox at lobby, 1st story

    Aug 11, 2003

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing at entire apartment, 2nd story, apartment

    Aug 11, 2003 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of concealed water leak @ ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story

    Aug 11, 2003 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective sheetrock ceiling & south wall due to water damage in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story

    Aug 11, 2003 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 1 sty public hall and bsmt door.

    Aug 13, 1997

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door 1 sty public hall.

    Aug 13, 1997

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Section 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.

    Aug 13, 1997

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceiling around skylight with fire retardant material bulkhead 4 sty .

    Aug 7, 1997

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the all sty public hall.

    Aug 7, 1997

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls and ceiling all sty public hall.

    Aug 7, 1997

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint or post a sign indicating floors on wall at or near stair all sty public hall.

    Aug 7, 1997

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire ceiling retarant material 1 sty public hall rear.

    Aug 7, 1997

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    And dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint cornice at roof bldg front .

    Aug 7, 1997

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    File with this department a registration statement for building.

    Nov 6, 1996

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Section 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.

    Mar 8, 1983

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-19.07 adm code 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 bldg front 50 watts required.

    Mar 8, 1983

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code abate the nuisance consisting of exposed wires wall vestibule.

    Mar 8, 1983

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 17

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report

    Mar 3, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jun 6, 2006

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Nov 30, 2005

    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

    Feb 7, 2000

    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
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 16, 1993

    Dob violation - active
  • Landmark none

    Landmrk-landmark none

    Feb 14, 1989

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Feb 14, 1989

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    May 17, 1988

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Aug 27, 1985

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Aug 27, 1985

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Jan 30, 1984

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 1

  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner: failure to comply with law for drainage system observation made on left hand side center of store, location of storm drain line riser going to low roof whe

    Oct 5, 2012 · Penalty $500

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 24, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 3, 2014 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Nov 3, 2014 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Apr 22, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Apr 22, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Apr 22, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Apr 22, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 22, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 22, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Apr 22, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Close
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  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Apr 22, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Apr 22, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Apr 22, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Feb 21, 2013 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Jun 19, 2012 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Sep 7, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Carbon monoxide

    Sep 7, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 7, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Sep 7, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Sep 7, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Sep 7, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Sep 7, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Sep 7, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Sep 7, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Sep 7, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Sep 7, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke detector

    Sep 7, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Jun 21, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jun 21, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jun 21, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Apr 18, 2011 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Apr 18, 2011 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Apr 18, 2011 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Jan 24, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Jan 24, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Jan 24, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Jan 24, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jan 24, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Ceramic-tile

    Sep 7, 2010 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Sep 7, 2010 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Sep 7, 2010 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Sep 7, 2010 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Sep 7, 2010 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Sep 7, 2010 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Sep 7, 2010 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Jul 20, 2010 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Jul 20, 2010 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Jul 20, 2010 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Jul 20, 2010 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jul 20, 2010 · Apt 2R

    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
1884
Floors
4
Residential units
6
Building area
6,020 ft²
Lot area
2,446 ft²
Zoning
C4-3A
Community board
301
Council district
33
Block / lot
2574 / 50
Assessed value
$1,489,950
Landmark / historic district
Greenpoint Historic District

HPD registration #303164, last renewed Jul 14, 2025.

Questions about 856 Manhattan Avenue

Who owns 856 Manhattan Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Unavailable Owner.

Does 856 Manhattan Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 60 housing violations at this property.

Is 856 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 856 Manhattan Avenue built?

City records list 1884 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 856 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.