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196 Nassau Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11222BBL 3-02686-0003Map

Owner of record: 196 Nassau Aretz LLC

196 Nassau Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11222. It has 5 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is 196 Nassau Aretz LLC. HPD has recorded 35 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 26 of the 35 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
35
DOB violations
0
ECB violations
3
HPD complaints
30

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 5, 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 · 35

  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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, 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 1, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post and maintain a street number on the front of the dwelling plainly visible from the sidewalk.

    Jul 10, 2021

    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 12, 2021

    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.

    Apr 12, 2021

    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 18, 2018

    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 13, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color north wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 4, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Refit window in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 4, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 4, 2006 · 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 radiator from west at north wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 2, 2006 · Apt 3L

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective electrical strike plate at entrance door street to bl;dg. at front areaway, 1st story

    Apr 2, 2006

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Apr 2, 2006 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from north located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 2, 2006 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department , 1st window frame from east at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 2, 2006 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color , west wall, south wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 2, 2006 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Apr 2, 2006 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color , east wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 2, 2006 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color , west wall, ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 2, 2006 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Apr 2, 2006 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation , 1st radiator from east at south wall in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 2, 2006 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-20.08,20.09 adm code file certification of satisfactory installation of smoke detecting device in accordance with h.p.d. rules and regulations.

    Apr 15, 1985

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing handrail 1 sty public hall to cellar.

    Apr 15, 1985

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-12.03 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint all stys all parts rear fire escape.

    Apr 15, 1985

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-19.05 adm code provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination all stys public hall.

    Apr 15, 1985

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing handrail vestibule to 1 sty public hall.

    Apr 15, 1985

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-19.05 adm code provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination 1 sty public hall vestibule.

    Mar 27, 1985

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance 3 sty apt 3l. located at apt 3l

    Jun 21, 1984 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing glass skylight air shaft roof rear.

    Jun 21, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective light fixture clg front room 3 sty west apt 3r. , section '' ''

    Mar 30, 1984 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing putty front room windows 3 sty west apt 3r. , section '' ''

    Mar 30, 1984 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 0

No DOB violations on record

ECB violations · 3

  • Class - 2

    Observed at time of inspection. a pipe from the property is discharging water outside onto the curb & street. prohibited per nyc local law 103 of 1989, which requires owners to retain and manage water on-site o

    Oct 21, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Observed electrical work affected and/or exposed as a result of demolition operations being performed at the 2nd floor apartment. electrical wiring, outlets, and/or associated components have been altered, dist

    Feb 26, 2026 · Penalty $2,530

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Observed work performed at the entire 2nd floor apartment consisting of full interior demolition. work includes removal of interior partitions, finishes, non-structural components. no permits were found on file

    Feb 26, 2026 · Penalty $2,530

    Active

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    May 15, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jul 3, 2021 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jun 23, 2016 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 23, 2016 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jun 23, 2016 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 23, 2016 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Aug 23, 2011 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Aug 23, 2011 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Aug 22, 2011 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Aug 15, 2011 · Apt 3L

    Close
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  • Heating

    Heat related

    May 29, 2010 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Apr 1, 2008 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Mar 30, 2006 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Mar 30, 2006 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Mar 30, 2006 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Mar 30, 2006 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Mar 30, 2006 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Mar 30, 2006 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Mar 30, 2006 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Mar 30, 2006 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Janitor/super

    Mar 30, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Mar 30, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Mar 30, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Mar 30, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Mar 30, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Mar 30, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Mar 30, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Mar 30, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 30, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Mar 30, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Jan 30, 2026$3,250,000Rentals - walkup apartments5

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C2)
Year built
1931
Floors
3
Residential units
5
Building area
4,200 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
301
Council district
33
Block / lot
2686 / 3
Assessed value
$758,700
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #311756, last renewed Jan 23, 2026.

Questions about 196 Nassau Avenue

Who owns 196 Nassau Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 196 Nassau Aretz LLC.

Does 196 Nassau Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 35 housing violations at this property.

Is 196 Nassau 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 196 Nassau Avenue built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 196 Nassau 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.