638 Osborn Street
Brooklyn, NY 11212BBL 3-03637-0045Map
Owner of record: Nathaniel Barton
638 Osborn Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Brooklyn, 11212. It has 4 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Nathaniel Barton. HPD has recorded 314 housing violations here, most recently on July 15, 2026. 45 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 314
- DOB violations
- 0
- ECB violations
- 2
- HPD complaints
- 195
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
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 314
- BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles at public hall, 2nd story
Jul 15, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles and stairs to 2nd floor. at public hall, 1st story
Jul 15, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - 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.
May 5, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures electrical outlet at north wall in the 1st bedroom from east located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 27, 2026 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective closet door in the foyer located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 27, 2026 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective base cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 27, 2026 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at around the bathtub wall in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 27, 2026 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wash basin cabinet in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 27, 2026 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 3rd bedroom from east at north located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 27, 2026 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures at bathroom in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 27, 2026 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
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- BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective pilot at gas range in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 27, 2026 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 27, 2026 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 27, 2026 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 27, 2026 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the foyer located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 27, 2026 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl tiles at floor in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 27, 2026 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 27, 2026 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 27, 2026 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a notice, written in english and in spanish, on the building entrance door or other conspicuous location in the building common area, stating that: (1) the building is in the alternative enforcement program, (2) that occupants may call 311 or the aep at 212-863-8262 to report housing maintenance complaints, (3) the name, telephone, and address of the owner, and, (4) the identity of any financial institution that holds a mortgage on the property. post at public hall, 1st story
Feb 4, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - IInformation / order
The premises has been selected to participate in the alternative enforcement program which may result in building-wide inspections, fees, and extensive repair work to correct violations and underlying conditions. charges for repair work done pursuant to this order, if not paid, will become liens on the property
Feb 2, 2026
Open — Info 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.
Nov 19, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story
Jul 3, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box at public hall, 1st story
Jul 3, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - 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 at wall at public hall, 1st story
Jul 3, 2025
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
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, 1st story
Jul 3, 2025
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 readily accessible for signature, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor at wall at public hall, 1st story
Jul 3, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood door moldings at building front entrance door , 1st story
Jul 3, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at building front entrance door , 1st story
Jul 3, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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.
Jul 3, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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, 1st story
Jul 3, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - 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 10, 2025
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.
Nov 26, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at the south wall in the 4th room from east at north located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 20, 2024 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wood base cabinets in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 20, 2024 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the private hallway located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 20, 2024 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective intercom system from building entrance to north wall in the foyer located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 20, 2024 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 20, 2024 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at the west wall west wall in the 4th room from east at north located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 20, 2024 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 3 sqft at 1st window frame from west at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 20, 2024 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at the ceiling ceiling in the 1st room from east located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 20, 2024 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at the west wall in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 20, 2024 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 1st room from east, the bathroom , the private hallway located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 20, 2024 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at the ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 20, 2024 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 20, 2024 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic wall tiles at west and north walls in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 20, 2024 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose wall cabinets at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 20, 2024 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 20, 2024 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at the north wall in the 4th room from east at north located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 20, 2024 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the east and west walls east wall in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 20, 2024 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at the east wall east wall in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 20, 2024 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 0
No DOB violations on record
ECB violations · 2
- Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg. noted: at front of the premises, the steel beams supporting 2nd fl terrace is corroded, pcs of metal (peeling) off. creating unsafe condition for tenants. remedy: make all necessary
Dec 15, 2008
Resolve - Class - 1
Fail to maintain defect is steel lintels under balcony are corroded & deteriorated at front of bldg. remedy: maintain bldg mark all necessary repairs to steel lintels & balcony.
Dec 5, 2008 · Penalty $100
Active
Complaints
- Appliance
Electric/gas range
Apr 21, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 21, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 21, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 21, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Apr 21, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 21, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 21, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Apr 21, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 21, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 7, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close
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- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 7, 2024 · Apt 1F
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Oct 17, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Oct 17, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Oct 17, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 17, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Oct 17, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - General
Cabinet
Oct 17, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 17, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Oct 17, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 17, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Jul 7, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jul 7, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 7, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Door/window
Window pane
Jul 7, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 7, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jul 7, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Jul 7, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 7, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jul 7, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jul 7, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
May 19, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Door/window
Window frame
May 19, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
May 19, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
May 19, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 19, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - General
Cabinet
May 19, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 19, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
May 19, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 19, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 19, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
May 19, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 19, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
May 19, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
May 19, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
May 19, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
May 19, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
May 19, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
May 19, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 19, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
May 13, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C3)
- Year built
- 1930
- Floors
- 2
- Residential units
- 4
- Building area
- 3,225 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,500 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 316
- Council district
- 42
- Block / lot
- 3637 / 45
- Assessed value
- $193,500
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #323320, last renewed Apr 20, 2026.
Questions about 638 Osborn Street
Who owns 638 Osborn Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Nathaniel Barton.
Does 638 Osborn Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 314 housing violations at this property.
Is 638 Osborn Street 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 638 Osborn Street built?
City records list 1930 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 638 Osborn Street?
It has 4 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.