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121 Jamaica Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11207BBL 3-03486-0001Map

Owner of record: Bqny Properties LLC

121 Jamaica Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1917 in Brooklyn, 11207. It has 22 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Bqny Properties LLC. HPD has recorded 206 housing violations here, most recently on September 7, 2026. 8 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 22 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
206
DOB violations
13
ECB violations
15
HPD complaints
862

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Sep 7, 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
22
About 100% of the building's 22 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 · 206

  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 7, 2026 · Apt 4

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 7, 2026 · Apt 4

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 4, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 7, 2026 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of bike and house hold items at public hall stairs, 4th story

    Dec 15, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective , in the entrance located at apt 16, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from south at west

    Dec 15, 2025 · Apt 16

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective intercome system in the entrance located at apt 16, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from south at west

    Dec 15, 2025 · Apt 16

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch-set at entrance to building , 1st story

    Nov 14, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding the maximum temperature of 130 degrees at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 14, 2025 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of cracked glass pane at building entrance door

    Nov 5, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass pane at building entrance door

    Oct 11, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch at building entrance door

    Oct 11, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the riser in the bathroom located at apt 22, 4th story, 3rd section from east at south

    Apr 2, 2025 · Apt 22

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Provide escutcheon plate at heat riser at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 22, 4th story, 3rd section from east at south

    Apr 2, 2025 · Apt 22

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq feet at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 22, 4th story, 3rd section from east at south original violation 17809225 issued 02-apr-25 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Apr 2, 2025 · Apt 22

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking around bathtub perimeter in the bathroom located at apt 22, 4th story, 3rd section from east at south

    Apr 2, 2025 · Apt 22

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 22, 4th story, 3rd section from east at south

    Apr 2, 2025 · Apt 22

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 22, 4th story, 3rd section from east at south

    Apr 2, 2025 · Apt 22

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 22, 4th story, 3rd section from east at south

    Apr 2, 2025 · Apt 22

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt 22, 4th story, 3rd section from east at south

    Apr 2, 2025 · Apt 22

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq feet at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 22, 4th story, 3rd section from east at south

    Apr 2, 2025 · Apt 22

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of bicycles and shopping cart at bulkhead at public hall, 4th story

    Apr 2, 2025

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling at public hall, 4th story

    Apr 2, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant at ceiling at public hall, 4th story

    Apr 2, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at public hall, 4th story

    Apr 2, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch set at building entrance door at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 2, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at basement at boiler room

    Mar 4, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Mar 4, 2025 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 16, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Jan 5, 2024 · Apt 16

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 16, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Jan 5, 2024 · Apt 16

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at bulkhead door at public hall, 4th story

    Jan 5, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at fire door leading to west yard at public hall, 1st story

    Jan 5, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective bulkhead to roof , 44th story

    Mar 15, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of bicycles chained at balustrade at bulkhead to roof , 44th story

    Mar 15, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes ..consisting of flower pots and household items at 3rd story balcony at 1st fire escape from north at east

    Feb 15, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes ..consisting of household items at 3rd story balcony at 2nd fire escape from north at east

    Feb 15, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective heavy duty lock and latch set installed at front entrance door to building , 1st story

    Feb 15, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide glass panels at front entrance door to building , 1st story

    Jan 5, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of plexi-glass panels installed at front entrance door to building , 1st story

    Jan 5, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing the doors that is missing or defective at front entrance to building , 1st story

    Jan 5, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes household items at 3rd story balcony at 2nd fire escape from north at east

    Jan 5, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots and household item at 3rd story balcony at 1st fire escape from north at east

    Jan 5, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing the doors that is missing or defective at building entrance , 1st story

    Dec 30, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Code: arrange and make self-closing the doors in the entrance located at apt 19, 4th story, 3rd apartment from west at north

    Dec 4, 2021 · Apt 19

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Jul 9, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the north yard

    Jul 9, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of household items on 3rd story balcony, south stack at building front at fire escape

    Jul 9, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide air conditioner brackets at 4th, and 2nd stories, building front

    Apr 5, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at basement

    Dec 18, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 6, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from west at north

    Dec 18, 2020 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of wash machine and household items at public hall, 4th story

    Nov 12, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 13

  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 31, 2005

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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 26, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 16, 1993

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jan 19, 1989

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jan 19, 1989

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jan 19, 1989

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jan 19, 1989

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jan 19, 1989

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jan 19, 1989

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 15

  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in a code compliant manner. at time of inspection observed a chain lock onto stairway partially obstructing the staircase and use of handrails. also observed an electric bike, folda

    Jun 28, 2026 · Penalty $1,280

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. at exposure 1, fire escape egress blocked by a/c 2nd to 4th floor (west) of building and east of fire escape on 2nd floor. at exposure 3 observed a/c unit at 4th

    Nov 10, 2025 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection observed at the rear of the building four a/c splits units installed with electrical disconnect boxes to provide power to the units without permit on file with the dept of buildings, obtai

    Mar 11, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Atoi observed at exposure 1, red bbq grill, floor mats, plant pots and other household items blocking egress on fire escape. at exposure 3 on the 3rd floor a a/c unit on the fire escape. this presents an immedi

    Feb 10, 2025 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work after hours w/o a variance permit(contrast)to 28-105.12.5. groundfloor eating & drinking establishment under construction at inspectiontime. electrical work & finish work in progress by 3 people. note:

    Mar 14, 2015 · Penalty $830

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.note:exhaust discharge must be no closer than 10 ft from bldg openings as per rs 2-2.1.4 &mc401.5.2.@ rear of premises exhast discharge is installed less than 1

    Jan 14, 2015 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work does not conform to approved construction documents and.or approved amendments for alt-2 job #310093047 of which permit is active and qpplicant is requesting a letter of completion via p.w.t. dated 04-28-

    May 11, 2009 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to extend or install exhaust duct system to proper height. hazardous. defect noted: at ground flr level, restaurant exhaust its cooking fumes and odors (thru) grills on the south elevation affecting apt

    Jan 8, 2008

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to erect ac unit to code: defect noted: ac unit installed at the rear of the building north courtyard at less than(the) required distance permitted by code creating a nuisance, thus causing an hazardous

    Jan 8, 2008

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Use of illegal harware,illegal hardware noted:exit door from lobby at basement level found with slide bolt & key operated lock on the interior preventing egress to & from north court yard in case of an emergenc

    Sep 27, 2007 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
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  • Hazardous

    Sec-27-777c failure to erect ac unit to code.defect noted:ac unit installed @ rear of bldg north courtyard @ less than required distance pe rmitted by code presenting a nuisance & causing a haz. condition to te

    Sep 27, 2007 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Sec-27-777c failure to extend or install exhaust duct system to properheight.haz defect noted:@ restaurant el nuevo bonao no exhaust duct system installed @ bldg elevations front,rear or sides for kitchen.

    Sep 27, 2007 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain ext. bldg. haz defects noted:broken,defective,cr ack facade at east wall to below outside masonry sills & semi arches at 1st,2nd & 3rd sty windows @ souteast section.buckle steel lintel w/

    Sep 27, 2007 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain int. bldg haz. broken def. stair tread marble @ 2nd from bottom exit stair,lobby use for egress to north corridor improperly supported,rotten beams at cellar.ceiling joists @ cellar opened &

    Sep 27, 2007 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Work w/o a permit!work noted:at cellar level erected full height partitions using wood framed construction to create room ne section of cellar adjacent to ne exit door.north elevation erected(cinder)block wall

    Sep 27, 2007 · Penalty $800

    Resolve

Complaints

  • General

    Cooking gas

    Oct 12, 2026 · Apt 4

    Open
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Aug 3, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Aug 3, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jul 9, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jun 26, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 19, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 5, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 4, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 3, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 31, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 28, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 28, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 26, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 26, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 24, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 22, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 21, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 19, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 16, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 14, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 12, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 12, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 11, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 10, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 10, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 9, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 9, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 7, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 11, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 2, 2025 · Apt FIRSTF

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Apr 1, 2025 · Apt 20

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 31, 2025 · Apt 22

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 31, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 2, 2025 · Apt SECOND

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 21, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 13, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 13, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 10, 2022 · Apt 19

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 4, 2022 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 3, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 2, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 7, 2021 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jul 7, 2021 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 1, 2021 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 28, 2021 · Apt 17

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 24, 2021 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 4, 2021 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 7, 2021 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 7, 2021 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 26, 2020 · Apt 8

    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 (C7)
Year built
1917
Floors
4
Residential units
22
Building area
19,211 ft²
Lot area
6,691 ft²
Zoning
R4
Community board
305
Council district
37
Block / lot
3486 / 1
Assessed value
$1,073,700
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #312112, last renewed Sep 24, 2025.

Questions about 121 Jamaica Avenue

Who owns 121 Jamaica Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Bqny Properties LLC.

Does 121 Jamaica Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 206 housing violations at this property.

Is 121 Jamaica Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 22 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 22 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 121 Jamaica Avenue built?

City records list 1917 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 121 Jamaica Avenue?

It has 22 residential units and 24 units in total.

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