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1440 Dekalb Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11237BBL 3-03246-0024Map

Owner of record: Torres Luis

1440 Dekalb Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11237. It has 5 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Torres Luis. HPD has recorded 73 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 42 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 6 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2019.

HPD violations
73
DOB violations
2
ECB violations
1
HPD complaints
70

What to know

Concern
3 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 2019
6
About 100% of the building's 5 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 · 73

  • 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

    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

    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 9, 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 29, 2024

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wash basin vanity in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 29, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 4th room from east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 29, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 4th room from east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 29, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 29, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 29, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods drop ladder in down position at rear yard

    May 29, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • 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 9, 2024

    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 22, 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 22, 2023

    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 14, 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.

    Feb 24, 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.

    Feb 24, 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.

    Apr 8, 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 8, 2021

    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 29, 2019

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 7, 2019 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 7, 2019 · Apt 1R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    May 7, 2019 · Apt 1R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 7, 2019 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 30, 2019 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 30, 2019 · Apt 2R

    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 16, 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.

    Nov 21, 2017

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective electric outlet at south wall in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 9, 2017 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance lower window sash in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 9, 2017 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak concealed leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 9, 2017 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Refit door to apartment in the entrance located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 9, 2017 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance at lower window sash in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 9, 2017 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls and ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 9, 2017 · Apt 2R

    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.

    Oct 8, 2015

    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 18, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance lower sash at east window in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at west

    Feb 18, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at west

    Feb 18, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at west

    Feb 18, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 1l, 1st story, apartment at east

    Feb 18, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1l, 1st story, apartment at east

    Feb 18, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1l, 1st story, apartment at east

    Feb 18, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1l, 1st story, apartment at east

    Feb 18, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling & west wall in the bathroom located at apt 1l, 1st story, apartment at east

    Feb 18, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective celotex ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1l, 1st story, apartment at east

    Feb 18, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2ndfl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 31, 2013 · Apt 2NDFL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2ndfl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 31, 2013 · Apt 2NDFL

    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 2ndfl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 31, 2013 · Apt 2NDFL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective located at apt 2ndfl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 31, 2013 · Apt 2NDFL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    May 31, 2013 · Apt 2NDFL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors ....... in the entrance located at apt 2ndfl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 31, 2013 · Apt 2NDFL

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 2

  • 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 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 1

  • Non-hazardous

    38

    Mar 7, 2005 · Penalty $180

    Active

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 11, 2024 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    May 24, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    May 24, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 24, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    May 24, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    May 24, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    May 24, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 24, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jan 24, 2024 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 16, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Close
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  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Nov 16, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 16, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 16, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 16, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 16, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 14, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 14, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Nov 14, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Apr 13, 2022 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Apr 13, 2022 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Apr 13, 2022 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    May 6, 2019 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 6, 2019 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Apr 27, 2019 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 27, 2019 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Feb 7, 2017 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Feb 7, 2017 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Feb 7, 2017 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Feb 7, 2017 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Feb 7, 2017 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 12, 2014 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 12, 2014 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    May 12, 2014 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Feb 4, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 4, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Feb 4, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 4, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 4, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Feb 4, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 4, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 4, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 4, 2014 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    May 28, 2013 · Apt 2NDFL

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    May 28, 2013 · Apt 2NDFL

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    May 28, 2013 · Apt 2NDFL

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    May 28, 2013 · Apt 2NDFL

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    May 28, 2013 · Apt 2NDFL

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    May 28, 2013 · Apt 2NDFL

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jun 1, 2012 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jul 27, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Aug 6, 2026$600,000Rentals - walkup apartments5

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C2)
Year built
1931
Floors
3
Residential units
5
Building area
5,100 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
304
Council district
37
Block / lot
3246 / 24
Assessed value
$631,350
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #342000, last renewed Aug 31, 2016.

Questions about 1440 Dekalb Avenue

Who owns 1440 Dekalb Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Torres Luis.

Does 1440 Dekalb Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 73 housing violations at this property.

Is 1440 Dekalb Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 6 rent-stabilized units here in 2019 (about 100% of its 5 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 1440 Dekalb Avenue built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 1440 Dekalb 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.