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87 Russell Street

Brooklyn, NY 11222BBL 3-02686-0040Map

Owner of record: Russell Towers LLC

87 Russell Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11222. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Russell Towers LLC. HPD has recorded 51 housing violations here, most recently on April 13, 2021. 3 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 5 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
51
DOB violations
29
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
26

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Apr 13, 2021

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
5
About 83% of the building's 6 apartments
Down from 6 in 2018

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 · 51

  • 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
  • B

    Provide an acceptable mechanical heavy duty lock and latch set at the building entrance door at public hall, 1st story

    May 9, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    May 9, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors at vestibule at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 16, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 26, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    Dec 26, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    Dec 26, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    Mar 21, 2018

    Open — Invalid certification
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling. at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 21, 2018

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors .. at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 21, 2018

    Open — Invalid certification
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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.

    Nov 29, 2017

    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 15, 2016

    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.

    Feb 24, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of damp ceiling at light fixture in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 18, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 18, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 18, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 18, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective window frame, water penetrates during rain in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 18, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 17, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 17, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 17, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of dampness penetrating at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 17, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... walls in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 17, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color south wall in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 1, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 1, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and west wall in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 1, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... west wall (approx 9 sq ft) in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 1, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 17, 2009 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 17, 2009 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... ceiling and walls in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 17, 2009 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at east

    Nov 5, 2008 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Nov 5, 2008 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... walls& ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at north

    Nov 5, 2008 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2l, 2nd story, apartment at south

    Sep 25, 2002 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace with new the missing ceramic wall tiles in the bathroom located at apt 2l, 2nd story, apartment at south

    Sep 25, 2002 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets bath-tub in the bathroom located at apt 2l, 2nd story, apartment at south

    May 7, 2001 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of evedence of water leak ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2l, 2nd story, apartment at south

    May 7, 2001 · Apt 2L

    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 200 watts required.

    Jun 5, 1999

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of water stair ceiling bathroom 2 sty north apt 2r. , section '' ''

    Mar 30, 1998 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective pop up stopper washbasin 2 sty north apt 2r bathroom. , section '' ''

    Mar 30, 1998 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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.

    Mar 30, 1998

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of concealed water leak ceiling bathroom 2 sty north apt 2r er1. located at apt 2r

    Mar 27, 1998 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 wall 1 sty public hall and on boiler room door.

    Mar 27, 1998

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing

    Mar 27, 1998

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 27, 1998

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building.

    Mar 27, 1998

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing strainer bathtub bathroom 2 sty north apt 2r. located at apt 2r

    Mar 27, 1998 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles walls bathroom 2 sty north apt 2r. located at apt 2r

    Mar 27, 1998 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl bathroom 2 sty north apt 2r. located at apt 2r

    Mar 27, 1998 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly secure the loose water tank to bowl bathroom 2 sty north apt 2r. located at apt 2r

    Mar 27, 1998 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 29

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection

    Sep 23, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report

    Jan 17, 2020

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report

    Mar 3, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report

    Mar 1, 2013

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - active
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  • 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 1, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    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

    Jan 31, 2005

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    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 27, 2001

    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

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1994

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 16, 1993

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1993

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 2

  • Class - 2

    Work without a permit.noted:at cellar level erected full height partitions with doors to create rooms.installed unpermitted water and waste lines to 3 piece bathrooms(shower,sink and toilet)residential sink in

    May 7, 2020

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy countrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy orbuildings department records.department of buildings records or official documents indicates a(3)stories(6)family dwelling with cellar.illeg

    May 7, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jun 25, 2021 · Apt IL

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 24, 2018 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 20, 2018 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 12, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 11, 2017 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Aug 14, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Aug 14, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Apr 14, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Apr 14, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Apr 14, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
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  • General

    Mold

    Mar 30, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Mar 30, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Mar 30, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Dec 16, 2009 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 16, 2009 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Dec 16, 2009 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 2, 2008 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Nov 2, 2008 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Nov 2, 2008 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Nov 2, 2008 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Nov 2, 2008 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 18, 2008 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 18, 2008 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Feb 18, 2008 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 30, 2007 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 20, 2004 · Apt 1L

    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
1931
Floors
3
Residential units
6
Building area
4,288 ft²
Lot area
2,858 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
301
Council district
33
Block / lot
2686 / 40
Assessed value
$774,900
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #313214, last renewed Jul 15, 2025.

Questions about 87 Russell Street

Who owns 87 Russell Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Russell Towers LLC.

Does 87 Russell Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 51 housing violations at this property.

Is 87 Russell Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 5 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 83% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 87 Russell Street built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 87 Russell Street?

It has 6 residential units.

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