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1557 Dekalb Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11237BBL 3-03237-0061Map

Owner of record: 1557 Dekalb LLC

1557 Dekalb Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11237. It has 8 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 1557 Dekalb LLC. HPD has recorded 37 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 5 of the 37 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 8 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
37
DOB violations
2
ECB violations
1
HPD complaints
80

What to know

Concern
2 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 4, 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
8
About 100% of the building's 8 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 · 37

  • 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 4, 2026

    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 20, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective window counter balance lower sash at west wall in the 5th room from east located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Aug 2, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Aug 2, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Aug 2, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Aug 2, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 square feet at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Aug 2, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Aug 2, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective (inoperative) electrical light fixture at the ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 10, 2023 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective in the entrance located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 10, 2023 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • C

    Code: arrange and make self-closing the doors at building entrance , 1st story

    Jul 28, 2021

    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 8, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 30, 2020

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective doors of the closet in the 3rd room from north located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Jan 3, 2018 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Jan 3, 2018 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wires at the electrical wall outlet in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Jan 3, 2018 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective linoleum flooring in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Jan 3, 2018 · Apt 3L

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Replace with new the missing washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Jan 3, 2018 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace the broken or defective faucet fixture of the sink in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Jan 3, 2018 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective metal ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Jan 3, 2018 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the walls in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Jan 3, 2018 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 21, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 3rd story

    Dec 21, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective buzzer in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Sep 7, 2017 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    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 = 00; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Sep 7, 2017 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation riser in the bathroom located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Sep 7, 2017 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Sep 7, 2017 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    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; located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 2, 2017 · Apt 3L

    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

    Jul 8, 2017

    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

    Jul 8, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wires at outlet at north wall in the 4th room from north located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Jul 8, 2017 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective intercommunication system in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Jul 8, 2017 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Jul 8, 2017 · Apt 3L

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Jul 8, 2017 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... 2 square feet around window recess in the bathroom located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Jul 8, 2017 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 8, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 a minimum of 100 watts of incandescent light required. (light fixture present)

    May 13, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 2

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jul 25, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 1

  • Hazardous

    4a,19b,.

    Sep 18, 1996 · Penalty $250

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Jun 25, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Jun 25, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Jul 30, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Jul 25, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Jun 29, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Dec 6, 2023 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Dec 6, 2023 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Jul 8, 2023 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Jul 8, 2023 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jul 16, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
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  • Electric

    Power outage

    Jul 2, 2021 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Sep 28, 2020 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 1, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 29, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Nov 18, 2019 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 18, 2019 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Nov 18, 2019 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 18, 2019 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Dec 13, 2017 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 13, 2017 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Dec 13, 2017 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Dec 13, 2017 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Dec 13, 2017 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Dec 13, 2017 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Dec 13, 2017 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 13, 2017 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Dec 13, 2017 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jul 5, 2017 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jul 5, 2017 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jul 5, 2017 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jul 5, 2017 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jul 5, 2017 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Jul 5, 2017 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jul 5, 2017 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Jul 5, 2017 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 5, 2017 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jul 5, 2017 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 9, 2015 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Jul 19, 2015 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Feb 16, 2015 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 9, 2011 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Dec 14, 2010 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Dec 14, 2010 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Dec 14, 2010 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Dec 14, 2010 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 14, 2010 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 14, 2010 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 2, 2010 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 20, 2010 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Sep 5, 2010 · Apt 3L

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
May 26, 2026$999,999Rentals - walkup apartments8

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C1)
Year built
1931
Floors
4
Residential units
8
Building area
8,060 ft²
Lot area
3,100 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
304
Council district
37
Block / lot
3237 / 61
Assessed value
$558,900
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #313775, last renewed Jan 26, 2026.

Questions about 1557 Dekalb Avenue

Who owns 1557 Dekalb Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 1557 Dekalb LLC.

Does 1557 Dekalb Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 37 housing violations at this property.

Is 1557 Dekalb Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 8 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 8 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 1557 Dekalb Avenue built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 1557 Dekalb Avenue?

It has 8 residential units.

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