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144 Pennsylvania Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11207BBL 3-03703-0023Map

Owner of record: Penn Apartments LLC

144 Pennsylvania Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1921 in Brooklyn, 11207. It has 16 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Penn Apartments LLC. HPD has recorded 308 housing violations here, most recently on December 31, 2024. 13 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 15 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
308
DOB violations
4
ECB violations
10
HPD complaints
680

What to know

Concern
10 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Dec 31, 2024

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
15
About 94% of the building's 16 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

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 308

  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 31, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the north wall at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 31, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective brick and mortar joints at 1st story at west yard yard

    Dec 31, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 15, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 27, 2024 · Apt 15

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 15, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 27, 2024 · Apt 15

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Replace with new the missing exterior door handle at 1st public hall bulkhead from east

    Nov 27, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective intercom system in the foyer located at apt 15, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 27, 2024 · Apt 15

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective lock and assembly at building entrance door , 1st story

    Nov 18, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly secure the loose wash basin to the wall in the bathroom located at apt 15, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 18, 2024 · Apt 15

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Nov 18, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the kitchen located at apt 15, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 18, 2024 · Apt 15

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 15, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 18, 2024 · Apt 15

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 15, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 18, 2024 · Apt 15

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Nov 11, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective missing vestibule door , 1st story

    Nov 11, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Nov 11, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 17, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 11, 2024 · Apt 17

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 17, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 11, 2024 · Apt 17

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 17, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 11, 2024 · Apt 17

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch in the entrance located at apt 15, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 4, 2024 · Apt 15

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 15, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 4, 2024 · Apt 15

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 15, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 4, 2024 · Apt 15

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 15, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 4, 2024 · Apt 15

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Nov 4, 2024

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective intercom system from building entrancen to south wall in the foyer located at apt 15, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 4, 2024 · Apt 15

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 16, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Nov 4, 2024 · Apt 16

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch in the entrance located at apt 15, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 4, 2024 · Apt 15

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Nov 4, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of flower pots at 2nd story balcony at building front at fire escape

    Dec 18, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective lower glass pane at window at intermediate level between 2nd and 3rd stories at public hall

    Dec 18, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 3

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic wall tiles in the bathroom located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 3

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet ,,, in the bathroom located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective connection waste line at sink in the kitchen located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective lock at entrance door at building front at public hall, 1st story

    May 11, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of air conditioning unit protruding beyond window sill at 2nd story balcony, building front, north side at fire escape

    Feb 14, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide provide secsecurity by means of ann acceptable mechanical heavy duty lock and latch set at building entrance d0or at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 14, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective locking device at building entrance door , 1st story

    Feb 11, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective bulkhead

    Feb 11, 2022

    Open — Violation will be reinspected
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective marble tread 2nd and 5th from bottom up at public hall stairs, 1st story

    Feb 11, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of air conditioner protruding beyond window sill at 3rd story balcony at the east stack, building front at fire escape

    Feb 11, 2022

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective locking device at building entrance door , 1st story

    Feb 11, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 2 sq. ft around window at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 16, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 11, 2022 · Apt 16

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 16, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 11, 2022 · Apt 16

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 16, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 11, 2022 · Apt 16

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 4

  • 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

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jul 25, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 10

  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. noted: at front passageway at cellar has excessive garbage pages/ debris. as well as at 1stfloor stairs leading to court yard. (misc cabinets). remedy: remove ob

    Jan 6, 2009 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Fail to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner: use prob door/hardwareper bc 1008.1.8 27-371 (j). noted: at 1st fl hallway/ rear there is a metal gate chain locked. this is a door leads to the court yard of thi

    Jan 6, 2009 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner:provide required corridor width per bc1016.2:27-369 noted:exit passage way(means of egress from rear fire escape)leading from front of bldg to rear has its corr

    Sep 3, 2008 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg walls or appurtenances.noted:missing a panel glass in entry door to lobby door frame creating a ( ) whereby unauthorized individuals can access door lock.remedy:maintain bldg

    Aug 22, 2008 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Exit door: total obstruction. exit side door is locked with(chain cut)lock. the door locates in front of side passageway lead from rear yard(where 2nd fire escape is located) to the street. remedy: remove obstr

    Apr 14, 2008 · Penalty $480

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o a permit. work noted: @ cellar level of above premises full height partitions walls were erected & plumbing lines installed creating a class a apt. said apt consists of bedrooms a 3pc bthrm & kithchen

    Mar 14, 2008

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Residence altered for occupancy as a dwelling for more than the legally approved # of families. note: @ cellar level of above premises full height partition walls were erected & plumbing lines installed

    Mar 14, 2008

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg. defects noted: @ cellar level of above premises numerous sections of fire stopping missing from ceiling. also notein cellar @ various locations pipes leaking causing various pools

    Mar 14, 2008

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. work completed. noted: at cellar level wood frame sheetrock partition erected at various locations. at cellar level partitions removed a rear (bathroom area) enclosures for exterior stair

    Feb 19, 2002 · Penalty $10,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work withouta permit: work noted: construction of sheetrock partition walls, creating rooms and two piece bathroom, in the cellar rear. remedy: obtain a permit to legalize the walls and bathroom or restore

    Jan 27, 1998

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 7, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 2, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 3, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 25, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 14, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 10, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 3, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 10, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 15, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Oct 21, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
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  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Oct 21, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 21, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 21, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Oct 21, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Oct 21, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Sep 9, 2022 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Jul 1, 2022 · Apt 15

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Jul 1, 2022 · Apt 15

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    May 12, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 9, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 13, 2022 · Apt 14

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 7, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 4, 2022 · Apt 14

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Feb 15, 2022 · Apt 14

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Feb 13, 2022 · Apt 14

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 13, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Feb 9, 2022 · Apt 14

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Feb 7, 2022 · Apt 14

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Feb 7, 2022 · Apt 16

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 7, 2022 · Apt 16

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 5, 2022 · Apt 15

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 1, 2022 · Apt 15

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 29, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 23, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 29, 2021 · Apt 16

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Dec 29, 2021 · Apt 15

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 29, 2021 · Apt 15

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 27, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Sep 28, 2021 · Apt 14

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 7, 2020 · Apt 16

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 7, 2020 · Apt 15

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 2, 2020 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 25, 2019 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jul 14, 2019 · Apt 14

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 14, 2019 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 14, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Jan 13, 2019 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jan 13, 2019 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 13, 2019 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 13, 2019 · Apt 3

    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 (C1)
Year built
1921
Floors
4
Residential units
16
Building area
11,028 ft²
Lot area
4,167 ft²
Zoning
R7A
Community board
305
Council district
37
Block / lot
3703 / 23
Assessed value
$575,550
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #332368, last renewed Sep 26, 2025.

Questions about 144 Pennsylvania Avenue

Who owns 144 Pennsylvania Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Penn Apartments LLC.

Does 144 Pennsylvania Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 308 housing violations at this property.

Is 144 Pennsylvania Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 15 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 94% of its 16 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 144 Pennsylvania Avenue built?

City records list 1921 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 144 Pennsylvania Avenue?

It has 16 residential units.

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