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25 Linden Street

Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-03321-0046Map

Owner of record: Rory D Smith

25 Linden Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 6 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Rory D Smith. HPD has recorded 53 housing violations here, most recently on November 10, 2022. 46 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 6 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
53
DOB violations
6
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
3

What to know

Concern
14 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Nov 10, 2022

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
6
About 100% of the building's 6 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

Think your apartment is stabilized? Request its rent history from HCR (free), then check your renewal with the renewal calculator.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 53

  • 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 10, 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 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 30, 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.

    Feb 23, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace the broken or defective kitchen sink water closet wash tub & sty rear apt bathroom & kitchen.

    Sep 1, 1993

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective basement sty rear apt bb alvarez.

    Sep 1, 1993

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures kitchen & bathroom basement sty rear apt 1r. located at apt 1r

    Sep 1, 1993 · Apt 1R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace with new the missing flap door cellar rear bldg basement sty rear apt bb.

    Sep 1, 1993

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective wood floor thru out rooms basement sty rear apt bb.

    Sep 1, 1993

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace with new the missing electric light fixture ceiling basement rear apt bb.

    Sep 1, 1993

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • C

    Replace with new the missing wall cabinets kitchen basement sty rear apt bb.

    Sep 1, 1993

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace with new the broken or defective front & rear entrance door basement sty rear apt bb.

    Sep 1, 1993

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace with new the broken or defective windows & window panes top & bottom sashes thru out basment sty rear apt bb

    Sep 1, 1993

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed wires & bx cable ceiling walls thru out basement rear apt

    Sep 1, 1993

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace with new the missing sheet rock walls & ceilings thru out basement sty rear apt bb.

    Sep 1, 1993

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective house lock entrance to 1 sty front apt 3 south. , section '' ''

    May 11, 1987 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective oven door 1 sty front apt 3 south kitchen. , section '' ''

    May 11, 1987 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-13.03 adm code abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice & roaches 1 sty front apt 3 south. , section '' ''

    May 11, 1987 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing ceramic tile wall 2 sty north apt 6 bathroom. located at apt 6

    May 6, 1987 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose balustrade 1 to 2 sty pub hall stairs r31.

    May 6, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing ceramic tiles wall 2 sty south apt 5 bathroom. located at apt 5

    May 6, 1987 · Apt 5

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-20.08,20.09 adm code provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 2 sty south apt 5. located at apt 5

    May 6, 1987 · Apt 5

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance to 2 sty south apt 5. located at apt 5

    May 6, 1987 · Apt 5

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective glass skylight 2 sty public hall.

    May 6, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code fire egress defective. make stationary the iron ladder leading to scuttle opening in roof 2 sty public hall.

    May 6, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-16.01 adm code repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet 2 sty north apt 6 bathroom. located at apt 6

    May 6, 1987 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-12.01 adm code remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint wall & ceiling bathroom ceiling foyer 2 sty north apt 6 white 455 6341. located at apt 6

    May 6, 1987 · Apt 6

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department basement entrance.

    May 6, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-20.08,20.09 adm code provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 2 sty north apt 6. located at apt 6

    May 6, 1987 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code refit top & bottom windows thru out 2 sty north apt 6. located at apt 6

    May 6, 1987 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance 2 sty north apt 6. located at apt 6

    May 6, 1987 · Apt 6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing wall switch plate cover 2 sty public hall.

    May 6, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose ceiling light fixture 1 sty public hall.

    May 6, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors vestibule to 1 sty public hall.

    May 6, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-13.03 adm code abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice & roaches 1 sty north apt 4. located at apt 4

    May 6, 1987 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-20.08,20.09 adm code provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 1 sty north apt 4. located at apt 4

    May 6, 1987 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-12.01 adm code remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint ceiling 1 sty north apt 4 center room seaden 453 0239. located at apt 4

    May 6, 1987 · Apt 4

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective paving front yard.

    May 6, 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 public hall & on boiler room door r59.

    May 6, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-19.01 adm code provide adequate lighting cellar thru out.

    May 6, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-21.03 adm code paint or post a sign indicating floors on walls at or near stairs all stys public hall.

    May 6, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective spalling brownstone 1st to 2nd sty exterior front.

    May 6, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling 1st sty public hall.

    May 6, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective balusters 1st to 2nd sty public hall stairs.

    May 6, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-19.05 adm code provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination 1 sty pub hall r33.

    May 6, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-12.01 adm code remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint kitchen walls bathroom walls & ceilings 2 sty south apt 5 madgaleno 462 2762. located at apt 5

    May 6, 1987 · Apt 5

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • A

    D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code remove the acmumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the cellar throughout lumber mattresses.

    Jan 12, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-19.05 adm code provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination 2 sty pub hall.

    Jan 12, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls & clg 2 sty pub hall.

    Jan 12, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective unhinged door bottom of cellar stairs.

    Jan 12, 1984

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 6

  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 31, 2005

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 30, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 2, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 6, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    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 (C2)
Year built
1931
Floors
2
Residential units
6
Building area
1,600 ft²
Lot area
1,488 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
304
Council district
37
Block / lot
3321 / 46
Assessed value
$317,700
Landmark / historic district
Linden Street Historic District

HPD registration #373861, last renewed Aug 23, 2025.

Questions about 25 Linden Street

Who owns 25 Linden Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Rory D Smith.

Does 25 Linden Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 53 housing violations at this property.

Is 25 Linden Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 6 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 25 Linden Street built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 25 Linden Street?

It has 6 residential units.

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