471 Central Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-03383-0006Map
Owner of record: 4021 15th Ave. Realty Corp.
471 Central Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is 4021 15th Ave. Realty Corp.. HPD has recorded 67 housing violations here, most recently on June 9, 2025. 36 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 5 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 67
- DOB violations
- 1
- ECB violations
- 0
- HPD complaints
- 37
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
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.
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 · 67
- ANon-hazardous
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
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing the doors that is missing or defective building front entrance door , 1st story
Jan 7, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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 23, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 7, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 7, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
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 missing at public hall, 1st story
Mar 24, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
§ 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 missing at public hall, 1st story
Mar 24, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. make stationary the iron ladder leading to scuttle opening in roof ... at public hall, 3rd story
Mar 24, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - IInformation / order
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
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperative located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 15, 2016 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation dismissed
Show 40 more ↓
- BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). inoperative located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 15, 2016 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
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 = 4; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 15, 2016 · Apt 2L
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 15, 2016 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective wood floor in 1st closet at south (approx., 3 sq. dft.) in the 1st room from east located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 15, 2016 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing electrical outlet cover at east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 15, 2016 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection waste line under sink in the kitchen located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 15, 2016 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 7, 2016 · Apt 3L
Open — Nov sent out - IInformation / order
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 - IInformation / order
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 - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective the fire retarding material at ceiling at all stories at public hall
Dec 1, 2004
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3-r, 3rd story
Feb 6, 2003 · Apt 3-R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate .. in the entire apartment located at apt 3-r, 3rd story
Feb 6, 2003 · Apt 3-R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items, 3rd story at public hall
Feb 4, 2003
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective bell/buzzer system, from 3rd story east apt #3r to bldg entrance at front areaway
Feb 4, 2003
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked, 1st story at public hall
Feb 4, 2003
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin ,mice, in the entire apartment located at apt 3-r, 3rd story, apartment at east
Feb 4, 2003 · Apt 3-R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin , roaches, in the entire apartment located at apt 3-r, 3rd story, apartment at east
Feb 4, 2003 · Apt 3-R
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling in the 4th room from east located at apt 3-r, 3rd story, apartment at south
Jan 14, 2003 · Apt 3-R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3-r, 3rd story, apartment at south
Jan 14, 2003 · Apt 3-R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate .. in the kitchen located at apt 3-r, 3rd story, apartment at south
Jan 14, 2003 · Apt 3-R
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1-r, 1st story
Jan 2, 2002 · Apt 1-R
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1-r, 1st story
Jan 2, 2002 · Apt 1-R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination 1st sty rear at public hall
Jan 2, 2002
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly secure the loose shower head tub in the bathroom located at apt 1-r, 1st story
Jan 2, 2002 · Apt 1-R
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Replace with new the missing faucet handle hot water wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 1-r, 1st story
Jan 2, 2002 · Apt 1-R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1-r, 1st story
Jan 2, 2002 · Apt 1-R
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective rubber gasket refrigerator in the kitchen located at apt 1-r, 1st story
Jan 2, 2002 · Apt 1-R
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly secure the loose top hindge vestibule door 1st sty at public hall
Jan 2, 2002
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items 1st sty at public hall
Jan 2, 2002
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Refit door top hindge base cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 1-r, 1st story
Jan 2, 2002 · Apt 1-R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets bath tub in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, apartment at south
Dec 10, 2001 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of unhinged door at vestibule to 1 sty at public hall
Dec 10, 2001
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Refit door at vestibule at public hall, 1st story
Nov 7, 2001
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at boiler room, cellar
Oct 19, 2001
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, apartment at south
Sep 7, 2001 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective intercom system street entryand in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, apartment at south
Sep 7, 2001 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective locks entrance doors street to vestibule at public hall, 1st story
Sep 7, 2001
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Refit entrance door and hinges vestibule at public hall, 1st story
Sep 7, 2001
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
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 100 watts required at stoop
Sep 7, 2001
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination vestibule at public hall, 1st story
Sep 7, 2001
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 1
- Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jan 17, 1989
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 0
No ECB violations on record
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 5, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 29, 2020 · Apt 3R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 23, 2020 · Apt 3R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jan 2, 2019 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jan 2, 2019 · Apt 1R
Close - Safety
Window guard broken/missing
Sep 9, 2016 · Apt 2L
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Sep 9, 2016 · Apt 2L
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Sep 9, 2016 · Apt 2L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 9, 2016 · Apt 2L
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Sep 9, 2016 · Apt 2L
Close
Show 27 more ↓
- Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 9, 2016 · Apt 2L
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Sep 9, 2016 · Apt 2L
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 4, 2016 · Apt 3L
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 12, 2014 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 25, 2013 · Apt NA
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 2, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - General
Windows
Jan 2, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 1, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - Electric
Wiring
Jun 4, 2007 · Apt 2L
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 4, 2007 · Apt 2L
Close - Electric
Wiring
Jun 4, 2007 · Apt 2L
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 4, 2007 · Apt 2L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 26, 2005 · Apt 1R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 23, 2005 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Mold
Jul 15, 2005 · Apt 1R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 28, 2004 · Apt 1R
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Sep 16, 2004 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Oct 22, 2003 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Oct 17, 2003 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Sep 12, 2003 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Aug 14, 2003 · Apt BLGD
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Jul 16, 2003 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Jul 14, 2003 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Jun 27, 2003 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Jun 27, 2003 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Jun 27, 2003 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
May 14, 2003 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C2)
- Year built
- 1920
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 6
- Building area
- 4,500 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,100 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 304
- Council district
- 37
- Block / lot
- 3383 / 6
- Assessed value
- $495,900
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #336576, last renewed Aug 23, 2025.
Questions about 471 Central Avenue
Who owns 471 Central Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 4021 15th Ave. Realty Corp..
Does 471 Central Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 67 housing violations at this property.
Is 471 Central Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 5 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 83% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 471 Central Avenue built?
City records list 1920 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 471 Central Avenue?
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.