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398 Knickerbocker Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11237BBL 3-03268-0040Map

Owner of record: Soca Rlty Corp

398 Knickerbocker Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11237. It has 2 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Soca Rlty Corp. HPD has recorded 40 housing violations here, most recently on April 9, 2021. 36 of the 40 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
40
DOB violations
2
ECB violations
3
HPD complaints
0

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Apr 9, 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

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 40

  • 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 9, 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 9, 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.

    Oct 18, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace or repair the self-closing the doors that is missing or defective entrance 2 sty east apt 2l. , section '' ''

    Jul 27, 1992 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor front west room 2 sty east apt 2l. , section '' ''

    Jul 27, 1992 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective stauting wood floor kitchen 2 sty east apt 2l. , section '' ''

    Jul 27, 1992 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    § 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration acoustic drop ceiling installed 3 sty north apt 3r kitchen. , section '' ''

    Dec 14, 1990 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of wood floor out of level 3 sty north apt 3r kitchen. , section '' ''

    Dec 14, 1990 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches 3 sty north apt 3r thru out. , section '' ''

    Dec 14, 1990 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 3 sty north apt 3r. , section '' ''

    Dec 14, 1990 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperable 3 sty north apt 3r guerra. , section '' ''

    Dec 14, 1990 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective electrical outlet west wall front room 3 sty east apt 3l. located at apt 3l

    May 4, 1990 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of chairs & mattresses etc 3 sty public hall.

    May 4, 1990

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 3 sty east apt 3l aponte. located at apt 3l

    May 4, 1990 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice & roaches thru out 3 sty east apt 3l located at apt 3l

    May 4, 1990 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl 3 sty east apt 3l bathroom. located at apt 3l

    May 4, 1990 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet 3 sty east apt 3l bathroom. located at apt 3l

    May 4, 1990 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls & ceilings thru out 3 sty east apt 3l. located at apt 3l

    May 4, 1990 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose handrail 1 to 3 sty public hall stairs.

    May 4, 1990

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective mailboxes vestibule to 1 sty public hall.

    May 4, 1990

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose electrical ight fixture ceiling 1st room from kitchen 3 sty east apt 3l located at apt 3l

    May 4, 1990 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electrical wires at ceiling 1st room from kitchen 3 sty east apt 3l located at apt 3l

    May 4, 1990 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective knobs entrance door to 3 sty east apt 3l. located at apt 3l

    May 4, 1990 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor kitchen 3 sty east apt 3l. located at apt 3l

    May 4, 1990 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Refit windows thru out 3 sty east apt 3l located at apt 3l

    May 4, 1990 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 1 sty public hall & 3n boiler room door.

    Jan 23, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system cellar door locked.

    Jan 23, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing entrance door to boiler room cellar center.

    Aug 4, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    § 12 m/d law discontinue the storage of combustible material ladies handbags boiler room cellar center.

    Aug 4, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Aug 4, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant plaster board ceiling cellar at front.

    Aug 4, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    § 65 m/d law provide under completed permit, a proper enclosure for the central heating plant, cellar center.

    Aug 4, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code abate the nuisance consisting of excessive amount of cartons stored in cellar throughout.

    Aug 4, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-17.10 adm code post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to building's heating system 1 sty pub hall & on boiler room door.

    Aug 20, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-21.03 adm code paint or post a sign indicating floors on wall at or near stairs pub halls all stys.

    Aug 20, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the rear yard.

    Aug 20, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-19.07 adm code 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 50 watts incandescent or equivalent front entrance to building.

    Aug 20, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-19.05 adm code provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination all stys public hall.

    Aug 20, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    § 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.

    Aug 20, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood cornice north & south bldg front.

    Aug 13, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 2

  • Construction other optional

    Work without a permit. noted: erected steel plating on exterior wall at rear of balcony remedy: obtain permit

    Dec 4, 2000

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 3

  • Class - 1

    Sec. ec 250.64e. ground raceway is not continuous for existing 200 & ser sw in the basement. remedy: comply w/the ec code.

    Jul 11, 2013 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Unapproved/unsafe/unsuitable electrical equipment, apparatus or wiringin use. 200a ser sw latches cut off. defective ser sw. the 200a ser swwas altered; by cutting off the latches that secures the 200a ser sw

    Jul 11, 2013 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Work without permit. noted: erected steel plating or exterior wall at rear of bldg. remedy: obtain permit.

    Dec 4, 2000 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve

Complaints

No HPD complaints in our records

Complaint data is still being backfilled from NYC Open Data.

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Mixed residential and retail building (S2)
Year built
1931
Floors
3
Residential units
2
Building area
4,175 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
C4-3
Community board
304
Council district
37
Block / lot
3268 / 40
Assessed value
$148,440
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #821891, last renewed Jun 26, 2026.

Questions about 398 Knickerbocker Avenue

Who owns 398 Knickerbocker Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Soca Rlty Corp.

Does 398 Knickerbocker Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 40 housing violations at this property.

Is 398 Knickerbocker 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 398 Knickerbocker Avenue built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 398 Knickerbocker Avenue?

It has 2 residential units and 3 units in total.

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