656 Metropolitan Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11211BBL 3-02763-0014Map
Owner of record: 656 Metro LLC
656 Metropolitan Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Brooklyn, 11211. It has 29 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 656 Metro LLC. HPD has recorded 557 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 3 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 557
- DOB violations
- 17
- ECB violations
- 34
- HPD complaints
- 429
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 557
- ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at public hall, 5th story
May 5, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant plaster at ceiling at public hall, 5th story
May 5, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak over the ceiling at public hall, 5th story
May 5, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing consisting of kick stand door stop permanently installed at building entrance door
Oct 31, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 31, 2025 · Apt 3E
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 31, 2025 · Apt 3E
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... greater than 30sq feet at all walls and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 31, 2025 · Apt 3E
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 18, 2025 · Apt 5D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 18, 2025 · Apt 5D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor. in the kitchen located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 18, 2025 · Apt 5D
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- IInformation / order
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 - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose 5th and 6th treads from bottom up to bulkhead at public hall stairs, 5th story
Jun 9, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the celling and the west wall at public hall, 5th story
Jun 9, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective counter balance lower sash at window at east in the bathroom located at apt 5f, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Jun 9, 2024 · Apt 5F
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at bulkhead door at public hall stairs, 5th story
Jun 9, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant plaster at ceiling and west wall at public hall, 5th story
Jun 9, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling at public hall, 5th story
Jun 9, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 10 sq ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5f, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Jun 9, 2024 · Apt 5F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 5f, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Jun 9, 2024 · Apt 5F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 5f, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Jun 9, 2024 · Apt 5F
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor tile in the kitchen located at apt 5f, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Jun 9, 2024 · Apt 5F
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the celling and the south wall in the 5th room from north located at apt 5f, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Jun 9, 2024 · Apt 5F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 1 sq.ft at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 52, 1st apartment from east at south original violation 16662999 issued 09-feb-24 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Feb 9, 2024 · Apt 52
Open — Defect letter issued - CImmediately hazardous
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) west wall in the 1st room from north at west located at bsmt-apt 52, 1st bsmt-apt from east at south
Feb 9, 2024 · Apt 52
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 2nd room from north at east, the 1st room from north at east, the kitchen located at apt 52, 1st apartment from east at south
Feb 9, 2024 · Apt 52
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the bathroom , the 3rd room from north at east, the 4th room from north, the kitchen located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Feb 9, 2024 · Apt 3F
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 1, wg to replace = 0, wg to repair = 0 in the entire apartment located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Feb 9, 2024 · Apt 3F
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective replace existing door with fire resistant self closing door with chain guard, peephole and heavy duty lock at entrance located at bsmt-apt 52, 1st bsmt-apt from east at south
Feb 9, 2024 · Apt 52
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 1 sq.ft at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 52, 1st apartment from east at south
Feb 9, 2024 · Apt 52
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 52, 1st apartment from east at south
Feb 9, 2024 · Apt 52
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 52, 1st apartment from east at south
Feb 9, 2024 · Apt 52
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and east wall in the kitchen located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 20, 2023 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile on the floor in the 1st room from north located at bsmt-apt 52, 1st bsmt-apt from east at south
Dec 11, 2023 · Apt 52
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 1st room from north located at bsmt-apt 52, 1st bsmt-apt from east at south
Dec 11, 2023 · Apt 52
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak the ceiling in the 1st room from north located at bsmt-apt 52, 1st bsmt-apt from east at south
Dec 11, 2023 · Apt 52
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color south wall and ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at bsmt-apt 52, 1st bsmt-apt from east at south
Dec 11, 2023 · Apt 52
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 52, 1st apartment from east at south
Dec 9, 2023 · Apt 52
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the foyer located at apt 52, 1st apartment from east at south
Dec 9, 2023 · Apt 52
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the foyer located at apt 52, 1st apartment from east at south
Dec 9, 2023 · Apt 52
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tile in the kitchen located at apt 52, 1st apartment from east at south
Dec 9, 2023 · Apt 52
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tile in the bathroom located at apt 52, 1st apartment from east at south
Dec 9, 2023 · Apt 52
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Dec 7, 2023 · Apt 3F
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 1st room from north located at bsmt-apt 52, 1st bsmt-apt from east at south
Nov 17, 2023 · Apt 52
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinge in the entrance located at bsmt-apt 52, 1st bsmt-apt from east at south
Nov 17, 2023 · Apt 52
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the kitchen located at bsmt-apt 52, 1st bsmt-apt from east at south
Nov 17, 2023 · Apt 52
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at bsmt-apt 52, 1st bsmt-apt from east at south
Nov 17, 2023 · Apt 52
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 1st room from north located at bsmt-apt 52, 1st bsmt-apt from east at south
Nov 17, 2023 · Apt 52
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking around bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 7, 2023 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 7, 2023 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding maximum allowable temperature of 130 degrees in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Nov 6, 2023 · Apt 2F
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 17
- Construction other optional
Ftc w/commissioner's order control#348286 vio#091125pi30101hz dated 09/11/25 requiring owner to provide the annual parapet observation repot as req'd for 2024.as of 10/31/25 the annual parapet observation report was not rec'd by 09/25/25. immed comply w/commissioner's order control#348286 vio#091125pi30101hz
Oct 31, 2025
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Ftc w/commissioner's order control#348287 vio#091125pi30102hz dated 09/11/25 requiring owner to provide a corrective action plan by/ 09/23/25. as of 10/31/25 the cap documents was not rec'd. immed comply w/commissioner's order under 348287 vio#091125pi30102hz to provide a corrective action plan,submit all required documents
Oct 31, 2025
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Corrective action plan req'd-obsvd @ front facade ornamental stome work missing morar in btwn cracked stone work dislodgment of stone work @ 4th&5th flrs rear parapet wall in disrepair,dislodgement bracing arond chimnery. owner to immed retain reg desing prof to eval the entire bldg & to submit a corrective action plan by 9/23/2025
Sep 11, 2025
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Ftm bldg in code compliant manner-@ rooftop level dislodge bricks & missing mortar @ both corner edge of the bldg. @ exp2-3-4 minor spalling @ top coating & bricks along the parapet walls. submit annual parapet observation report for year 2024 ant to be rec'd by dob no later than september 25, 2025
Sep 11, 2025
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 6, 2021
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 2, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 2, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 2, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 2, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 2, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 30, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 30, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 29, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 29, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed - Electric signs none
Es-electric signs none
Oct 31, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 23, 1993
Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed
ECB violations · 34
- Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the dept. of buildings for violation #35719018n, file a certificate of correction
Sep 21, 2026 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the dept. of buildings for violation #35718815l, file a certificate of correction
Sep 21, 2026 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 1
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order no compliance on file for annual parapet observation report.vio#101325pi30104hz control#348359.rem:comply with the commissioner's order.
Feb 13, 2026 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Class - 1
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order #193125pi30103hz and control #348358 dated 10/31/2025. no compliance on file for corrective action plan. remedy: comply with the commissioner's order.
Jan 7, 2026 · Penalty $6,280
Active - Class - 2
Atoi as per dob files permit b01184696- i1-gc issued on 03/19/2025 andexpiring on 01/02/2026 not posted on site, post/properly post permit
Oct 30, 2025
Resolve - Class - 2
Atoi as per dob database permit b00781709-i1-gc exp 09/30/2023 for renovation of apt 1e has not been signed off. apt is already occupied., conduct/file final inspection
Oct 30, 2025
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.i observed at various locations-missing mortar around ornamontal stone work at exposure one dislodge bricks at corner edge on both side of the bldg at roof
Sep 11, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply with tpp. atoi observed tpp under job#b01184696 states "debris, dirt and dust to be kept to a minimum, and to be confined to immediate construction area". observed excessive lead dust in commo
May 6, 2025 · Penalty $10,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building wall(s) or appurtenances:noted:at time ofinspection,observed deteriorated facade:spalling brick and mortar on all elevations of bldg. these areas of missing mortar and spalling bric
Jul 18, 2022 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/o permit.noted:atoi observed in apt1e complete removal of all sheetrock from interior walls&ceiling.this includes removal of toilet bowl,sink&tub from bathrm together w/kitchen cabinets,sink.also observe
Jul 11, 2022
Resolve
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- Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg in a code-compliant manner:noted:exp.#1 left & right corners metal cornices is missing.at the edges.cracks through-out. remedy:maintain bldg
Jan 26, 2021 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35474761r issued on 09/26/20 & to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01.file a certificate form contai
Jan 26, 2021
Resolve - Class - 1
Metal cornice at exposure#1 roof level in state of disrepair: missing pieces, rotting, caving, pieces disintegrating and hanging. a plant on fire escape obstructing an egress. cracks underneath masonry mantel a
Oct 5, 2020
Resolve - Class - 2
{failure to provide ground fault circuit interrupter (gfci) protectionrequired no gfci provide for air handler in rear yard.rem: install gfci protection.
Jan 15, 2020 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Class - 1
I observed in the cellar area of the building newly installed gas piping off the gas line for apt# 1d, gas meter to supply gas to the boiler pilot, no records at dob of any test or inspections being performed o
Jan 15, 2020
Resolve - Class - 1
Electrical work w/o a permit observed @8:am exit lights installed in hallways basemet, fixtures in basement, and air handler in rear of building. no application on file for electrical work.rem: obtain permit
Jan 15, 2020 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 1
{unapproved unsafe unsuitable electrical equipment devices apparatus appliances materials or wiring in use.{flexible cord used as permanent wiring in basement, defective exit lights in hallways, flexible cord
Jan 15, 2020 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 2
{failure to support secure raceways cable assemblies boxes cabinets fittings armored cables in basment no secured. rem: secured support per ec.
Jan 15, 2020 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 1
I observed in the cellar area of the building newly installed gas piping off the gas line for apt# 1d, gas meter to supply gas to the boiler pilot. all the gas work and installation was 100% completed, and done
Jan 15, 2020
Resolve - Class - 2
{fail to provide effective elctrical continuity for metal raceways enclosures cable armor wiremold raceway in apt 4b not continuous. rem: provide electrical continuity.
Jan 15, 2020 · Penalty $600
Resolve - Class - 1
I observed in the cellar area of the building the shutoff valve for the boiler pilot not located within the same room and more than 6' feet from the boiler. which is prohibited, shall comply with section 409.5.
Jan 15, 2020
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35416016l issued on 07-31-2019 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.work without a permit
Dec 20, 2019
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35416015j issued on 07-31-2019 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.occupancy contrary to
Dec 20, 2019
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35416015j issued on 07-31-19 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or file a c of c.
Nov 16, 2019
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation#39006844k issued on 07-31-2019 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.for:failure to carry ou
Sep 24, 2019 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation#35416015j issued on 07-31-2019 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.for:occupancy contrary
Sep 24, 2019
Resolve - Class - 1
Work without a permit observed in teh basement level illegally converted from commericial spaces into dwelling units installed full height partitions created full kit w/gas stove 3 pcs bath 2 bedrooms dinning a
Jul 31, 2019
Resolve - Class - 1
Occupancy ocntrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy or buildings department records ref to dob/hpd records indicates basement use as commericial spaces however observed two commerical spaces ille
Jul 31, 2019
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to cary demolition operations as by section. observed in the backyard excessive construction debris and hazard materials. , maintain and carry out demolition operations in a safe manner
Jul 31, 2019 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35407604n issued on 03/7/19 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.em:comply with commissio
May 6, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in a code compliamt manner,at time of inspoection due to unpermitted wok in apt 4a it was noted through the opwn floor & ceiling of a demended bathroom that the floor joist on the
Mar 7, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/o permitpemrit.at time of inspection noted work in apt 4a consisting of removal of a full length load bearing wall new plumbing and electrical ceiling & floor was opened in a 8 ft x 6ft space exposing
Mar 7, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in a code compliant manner. noted: at west elevation parapet apprx 25' of brickmasonry and cell tower equipmentcollapsed onto roof and into rear yard of 654 metropolitan av.rmdy:mak
Jan 29, 2016 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Illegal use in a residential district commerical car service in base- ment in a r-6 zone. remedy: discontinue illegal use.
Nov 29, 1990 · Penalty $460
Resolve
Complaints
- Water leak
Heavy flow
Oct 30, 2025 · Apt 3E
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Oct 30, 2025 · Apt 3E
Close - Plumbing
Steam pipe/riser
Oct 30, 2025 · Apt 3E
Close - Safety
Window guard broken/missing
Nov 26, 2024 · Apt 4D
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Oct 21, 2024 · Apt 5D
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Feb 7, 2024 · Apt 3F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 7, 2024 · Apt 3F
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Feb 7, 2024 · Apt 3F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 4, 2024 · Apt 52
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Feb 4, 2024 · Apt 52
Close
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- Water leak
Slow leak
Feb 4, 2024 · Apt 52
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jan 3, 2024 · Apt 5F
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jan 3, 2024 · Apt 5F
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jan 3, 2024 · Apt 5F
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Jan 3, 2024 · Apt 5F
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jan 3, 2024 · Apt 5F
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Jan 3, 2024 · Apt 5F
Close - Plumbing
Steam pipe/riser
Dec 19, 2023 · Apt 1A
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Dec 7, 2023 · Apt 52
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Dec 7, 2023 · Apt 52
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 7, 2023 · Apt 52
Close - General
Ventilation system
Dec 6, 2023 · Apt 1ANOIS
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Dec 5, 2023 · Apt 3F
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 5, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 5, 2023 · Apt 52
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 5, 2023 · Apt 52
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Dec 5, 2023 · Apt 52
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 5, 2023 · Apt 52
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 5, 2023 · Apt 5B
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Nov 15, 2023 · Apt 52
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Nov 15, 2023 · Apt 52
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Nov 11, 2023 · Apt 52
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Nov 11, 2023 · Apt 52
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Nov 11, 2023 · Apt 52
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Nov 11, 2023 · Apt 52
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Nov 11, 2023 · Apt 52
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Nov 6, 2023 · Apt 52
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Nov 6, 2023 · Apt 52
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Nov 6, 2023 · Apt 52
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Nov 3, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Nov 3, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO
Close - Plumbing
Steam pipe/riser
Nov 3, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Oct 4, 2023 · Apt 3F
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Oct 4, 2023 · Apt 3F
Close - Electric
Lighting
Oct 4, 2023 · Apt 3F
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Oct 4, 2023 · Apt 3F
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Sep 13, 2023 · Apt 2F
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Jul 6, 2023 · Apt 3F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 6, 2023 · Apt 3F
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jul 6, 2023 · Apt 3F
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C4)
- Year built
- 1920
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 29
- Building area
- 21,750 ft²
- Lot area
- 5,000 ft²
- Zoning
- R7A
- Community board
- 301
- Council district
- 34
- Block / lot
- 2763 / 14
- Assessed value
- $1,313,550
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #319149, last renewed Aug 12, 2025.
Questions about 656 Metropolitan Avenue
Who owns 656 Metropolitan Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 656 Metro LLC.
Does 656 Metropolitan Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 557 housing violations at this property.
Is 656 Metropolitan 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 656 Metropolitan Avenue built?
City records list 1920 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 656 Metropolitan Avenue?
It has 29 residential units and 31 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.