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1561 Pitkin Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11212BBL 3-03494-0028Map

Owner of record: Sym & Brs Realty LLC

1561 Pitkin Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Brooklyn, 11212. It has 31 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Sym & Brs Realty LLC. HPD has recorded 266 housing violations here, most recently on June 10, 2026. 21 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 14 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
266
DOB violations
10
ECB violations
13
HPD complaints
281

What to know

Concern
7 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Jun 10, 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
14
About 45% of the building's 31 apartments
Up from 8 in 2018

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 · 266

  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in private dwellings missing

    Jun 10, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall

    Jun 10, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post a proper notice regarding rent stabilization law, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a conspicuous location within the common area at the buildings entrance. for more information about signage requirements, please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/required-signage.page

    Jun 10, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 missing at public hall

    Jun 10, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected at public hall

    Jun 10, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 missing at public hall

    Jun 10, 2026

    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.

    May 7, 2026

    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.

    May 5, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electric light fixtures at ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt p6, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 1, 2026 · Apt P6

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt p6, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 1, 2026 · Apt P6

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the 1st room from north at east located at apt p6, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 1, 2026 · Apt P6

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat from an approved central heating system, or an approved system of gas or electrical heating in good operating condition for the dwelling unit in the 1st room from north at east located at apt p6, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 1, 2026 · Apt P6

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at 1st story leading to basement at boiler room, 1st story

    Mar 1, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the 1st room from north located at apt p7, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 1, 2026 · Apt P7

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt p6, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 1, 2026 · Apt P6

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat from an approved central heating system, or an approved system of gas or electrical heating in good operating condition for the dwelling unit in the 1st room from north located at apt p7, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 1, 2026 · Apt P7

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt p6, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 1, 2026 · Apt P6

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 7h, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 23, 2025 · Apt 7H

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 7h, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 23, 2025 · Apt 7H

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the kitchen located at apt 7h, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 23, 2025 · Apt 7H

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 7h, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 23, 2025 · Apt 7H

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 7h, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 23, 2025 · Apt 7H

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt p7, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 25, 2025 · Apt P7

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt p7, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 25, 2025 · Apt P7

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and south wall in the bathroom located at apt p7, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 25, 2025 · Apt P7

    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 p7, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 25, 2025 · Apt P7

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector that is missing in the entire apartment located at apt 11, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 2, 2025 · Apt 11

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). that is missing in the entire apartment located at apt 11, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 2, 2025 · Apt 11

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 11, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 2, 2025 · Apt 11

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). in the entire apartment located at apt 11, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 2, 2025 · Apt 11

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 11, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 2, 2025 · Apt 11

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • 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 12, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 missing at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 9, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected, 1st story

    Sep 9, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd., 1st story

    Sep 9, 2024

    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 missing at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 9, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling.

    Sep 9, 2024

    Open — 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 16, 2024

    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 11, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 11, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 16, 2023 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 11, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 16, 2023 · Apt 11

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 11, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 16, 2023 · Apt 11

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 11, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 16, 2023 · Apt 11

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 11, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 16, 2023 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective connection at waistline under sink in the kitchen located at apt 11, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 16, 2023 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 11, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 16, 2023 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 11, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 16, 2023 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 3sqft at ceiling, west wall and south wall in the bathroom located at apt 11, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 16, 2023 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 3sqft at ceiling, west wall and south wall in the bathroom located at apt 11, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east original violation 16166542 issued 16-aug-23 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Aug 16, 2023 · Apt 11

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 11, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 16, 2023 · Apt 11

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 10

  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Hwork without a permit. for equipment. large a/c unit mounted on 2nd floor area 1st floor store no equipment use permit for hvac remedy: make site safe obtain all necessary permits and approvals from dob if feasible or remove illegally installed equipment

    Dec 2, 1999

    Vw-violation work without permit - active
  • Construction other optional

    Work without a permit. hazardous brick wall opened approx 12'wide & 10' high to create new store front (aluminum & glass) aluminum frame e erected; large amount of brick stacked in front of premises on public sidewalk approx 3'x 6' wide. remedy: make site safe; obtain all nece- ssary permits from dob.call 802-3685 before returning to work

    Dec 2, 1999

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

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 16, 1993

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 16, 1993

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 13

  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building walls/appurtenances. at time of inspection observed at exposure#1 above 1st floor commercial space a crack approximately 5' with opening of 4"exposing interior to elements furtherin

    Apr 22, 2026 · Penalty $10,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Work without permit. 4 story nfp mixed use building. observed inside barber shop named pro mx barber shop. observed split ductless systems installed at front and rear of shop. illuminated sign installed at fron

    Dec 11, 2025 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    28-105.1, 28-105.4.5. signs that are illuminated and extend beyond thebuilding line needs a annual illuminated sign permit. no permit on record for this sign. remedy: obtain all necessary permits.

    Dec 11, 2025 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner: use of prohibited door and/or hardware per bc 1008.1.8(2014 code); 27-371; bc 1008.1.9(2014 code); bc 1010.1.8(2022 code); bc 1010.1.9(2022 code). observed

    Dec 11, 2025 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work without permit. observed business accessory sign installed in front of commercial space that reads pro mx barber shop dominican style. colors include red and blue background with while lettering and two lo

    Dec 11, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work without permit. 4 story nfp mixed use building. observed in barber shop named pro mx barber shop. at rear of commercial space full height partition erected creating multiple rooms that include a bedroom, s

    Dec 11, 2025 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. noted in rear of nail salon wall panel has dislodged & sheetrock at ceiling is sagging & appears ready to fall. rem:repair &/or replace.

    Aug 20, 2012 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o permits. noted: commercial space "natural top nails inc "installed water & waste lines for foot tubs 4 & associated electric lines w/o obtaining required d.o.b. permits. remedy: obtain required permit

    Jan 7, 2009 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code complaint manner. noted: at cellar ceiling defective,missing sections,sections in danger of coming downexposing wood joist,loose & hanging electrical lines,plumbing lines ex

    Jan 7, 2009 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg. defect is: drop ceiling in cellar defective & many pieces danger to collapse. remedy: maintain bldg.

    Aug 8, 2006 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
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  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg noted:@ rear cellar of 1565 store, stair opening one side by 2 temporary metal jacks & 1 wood 4" x 4" across as support to grass flr joists note:commercial space (store) above said flr

    Jul 29, 2006 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work withput a permit for equipment . large ac unit mounted on second (2nd) fl over first (1st) floor store. no equipment use permit for hvac, remedy: make site safe obtain all necessary permits and approvals f

    Dec 2, 1999 · Penalty $700

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Work without a permit. hazardous brick wall open approx. 12' wide and 10'high to create new store front (aluminum glass).aluminum frame erected large amount of brick stacked in front of premises on public sidew

    —

    Resolve

Complaints

  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Mar 5, 2026 · Apt 5H

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Mar 5, 2026 · Apt 5H

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 28, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 28, 2026 · Apt P7

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 27, 2026 · Apt P7

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 27, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 22, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 22, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Dec 22, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 22, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
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  • 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 21, 2025 · Apt P18

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 18, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jul 23, 2025 · Apt P7

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Feb 13, 2024 · Apt 12A

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Feb 13, 2024 · Apt 12A

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Feb 13, 2024 · Apt 12A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 7, 2023 · Apt 815

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Nov 7, 2023 · Apt 815

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Aug 14, 2023 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 14, 2023 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 14, 2023 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 14, 2023 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 14, 2023 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jun 23, 2023 · Apt H6

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 18, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 28, 2022 · Apt EIGHT

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jun 28, 2022 · Apt EIGHT

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jun 28, 2022 · Apt EIGHT

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jun 28, 2022 · Apt EIGHT

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Jun 28, 2022 · Apt EIGHT

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jun 28, 2022 · Apt EIGHT

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jun 28, 2022 · Apt EIGHT

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 18, 2022 · Apt H11

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 13, 2022 · Apt H11

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 16, 2019 · Apt P7

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 6, 2019 · Apt P7

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 5, 2019 · Apt P7

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 4, 2019 · Apt 37

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 25, 2019 · Apt H6

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 25, 2019 · Apt H6

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Oct 25, 2019 · Apt H6

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 25, 2019 · Apt H6

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 18, 2019 · Apt H16

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 8, 2019 · Apt 14

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 8, 2019 · Apt 14

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 8, 2019 · Apt 14

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 25, 2019 · Apt 14

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 25, 2019 · Apt 14

    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
1930
Floors
4
Residential units
31
Building area
30,800 ft²
Lot area
9,000 ft²
Zoning
C4-3
Community board
316
Council district
41
Block / lot
3494 / 28
Assessed value
$1,375,650
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #309317, last renewed Jul 29, 2025.

Questions about 1561 Pitkin Avenue

Who owns 1561 Pitkin Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Sym & Brs Realty LLC.

Does 1561 Pitkin Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 266 housing violations at this property.

Is 1561 Pitkin Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 14 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 45% of its 31 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 1561 Pitkin Avenue built?

City records list 1930 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 1561 Pitkin Avenue?

It has 31 residential units and 37 units in total.

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