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131 Montrose Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11206BBL 3-03052-0033Map

Owner of record: Zev Blau INC

131 Montrose Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Brooklyn, 11206. It has 7 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Zev Blau INC. HPD has recorded 38 housing violations here, most recently on May 7, 2026. 24 of the 38 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 4 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
38
DOB violations
0
ECB violations
1
HPD complaints
34

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 7, 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
4
About 57% of the building's 7 apartments
Down from 8 in 2022

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 · 38

  • 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 7, 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 18, 2025

    Open — Info 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 12, 2025

    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 25, 2024

    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 25, 2024

    Open — Info 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 16, 2024

    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 11, 2024

    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 17, 2023

    Open — Info 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 29, 2023

    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
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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 7, 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 7, 2022

    Open — Info 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 8, 2022

    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.

    Mar 8, 2022

    Open — Info 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 1, 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.

    Mar 1, 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.

    Apr 16, 2021

    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.

    Apr 16, 2021

    Open — Info 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.

    Nov 4, 2019

    Open — Info 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.

    Oct 31, 2019

    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 25, 2018

    Open — Info 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.

    Oct 18, 2018

    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.

    Dec 6, 2017

    Open — Info 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 27, 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 23, 2016

    Open — Info 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 14, 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.

    Oct 19, 2015

    Open — Info 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.

    Oct 13, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 1rf, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 4, 2015 · Apt 1RF

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Feb 4, 2015 · Apt 1RF

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 1rf, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 4, 2015 · Apt 1RF

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from at least 1 window or provide approved type gate ... in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 1rf, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 4, 2015 · Apt 1RF

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor at radiator at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 1rf, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 4, 2015 · Apt 1RF

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 ***minimum 100 watts 0f incandescent light required.(fixture prescent)***

    May 19, 2013

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Section 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder at rear of front building at fire escape

    Aug 27, 2010

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

    Remove the illegal fastening locks at door at 2nd story public hall stairs blocking off access to scuttle hatch at 3rd story public hall

    Aug 27, 2010

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation

DOB building violations · 0

No DOB violations on record

ECB violations · 1

  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain. defect is main stairway 1st to 3rd floor is 1" to 3" out of plumb and holes in walls along same stair way as well various locations. remedy:make all necessary repairs forthwith.

    Aug 31, 1993 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Oct 20, 2026 · Apt 3R

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 12, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 12, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Nov 12, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Outside building

    Gutter/leader

    Nov 12, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 12, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 12, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Nov 12, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 28, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Janitor/super

    Dec 19, 2017 · Apt 1RF

    Close
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  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    May 31, 2016 · Apt 1RR

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    May 31, 2016 · Apt 1RR

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 31, 2016 · Apt 1RR

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 31, 2016 · Apt 1RR

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 30, 2015 · Apt 1RF

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jan 30, 2015 · Apt 1RF

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Jan 30, 2015 · Apt 1RF

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 30, 2015 · Apt 1RF

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 30, 2015 · Apt 1RF

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Oct 14, 2010 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Oct 14, 2010 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Oct 14, 2010 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Oct 14, 2010 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Oct 10, 2010 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Oct 10, 2010 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Oct 10, 2010 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Oct 10, 2010 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Aug 27, 2010 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 27, 2010 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jul 30, 2010 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jul 30, 2010 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jul 30, 2010 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 9, 2007 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 8, 2005 · Apt 4F

    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 (C1)
Year built
1920
Floors
4
Residential units
7
Building area
4,600 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
301
Council district
34
Block / lot
3052 / 33
Assessed value
$756,450
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #334895, last renewed Oct 22, 2025.

Questions about 131 Montrose Avenue

Who owns 131 Montrose Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Zev Blau INC.

Does 131 Montrose Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 38 housing violations at this property.

Is 131 Montrose Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 4 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 57% of its 7 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 131 Montrose Avenue built?

City records list 1920 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 131 Montrose Avenue?

It has 7 residential units.

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