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479 Pennsylvania Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11207BBL 3-03806-0013Map

Owner of record: Penn 1 LLC

479 Pennsylvania Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Brooklyn, 11207. It has 16 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Penn 1 LLC. HPD has recorded 916 housing violations here, most recently on September 3, 2026. 7 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 16 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
916
DOB violations
9
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
1,400

What to know

Concern
2 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Sep 3, 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
16
About 100% 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 · 916

  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 11, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 3, 2026 · Apt 11

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • 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 11, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 3, 2026 · Apt 11

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 square feet observed at south wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 11, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 3, 2026 · Apt 11

    Open — Invalid certification
  • 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 11, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 3, 2026 · Apt 11

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 9, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    May 25, 2026 · Apt 9

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the 1st room from east located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    May 25, 2026 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 9, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    May 25, 2026 · Apt 9

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures electrical outlet at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 3, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    May 25, 2026 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 8, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 21, 2026 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 8, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 21, 2026 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of natural gas meter mounted at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 8, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 21, 2026 · Apt 8

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective connection at waste line at cellar

    Apr 15, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of freestanding steam radiator at floor in the 4th room from east located at apt 9, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Apr 15, 2026 · Apt 9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at east wall in the 4th room from east located at apt 9, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Apr 15, 2026 · Apt 9

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 12, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 15, 2026 · Apt 12

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing electric oulet cover at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 6, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 15, 2026 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures electric switch at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 6, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 15, 2026 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 6, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 15, 2026 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the kitchen located at apt 12, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 2, 2026 · Apt 12

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock on door leading to room with fire escape in the 3rd room from east located at apt 9, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Apr 1, 2026 · Apt 9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 9, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Apr 1, 2026 · Apt 9

    Open — Violation will be reinspected
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at floor in the kitchen located at apt 9, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Apr 1, 2026 · Apt 9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 12, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 17, 2026 · Apt 12

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    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 = 0; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 2; in the entire apartment located at apt 12, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 17, 2026 · Apt 12

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 14a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 17, 2026 · Apt 14A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardent material at the ceiling at basement

    Feb 16, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of garbage at basement

    Feb 16, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardent material at ceiling at fire passage way

    Feb 16, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Feb 16, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing shower head at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 14a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 16, 2026 · Apt 14A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective springs balances at north wall window lower sash in the kitchen located at apt 14a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 16, 2026 · Apt 14A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective sub floor in the foyer located at apt 11, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Feb 16, 2026 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective connection at waste line under the sink in the kitchen located at apt 11, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Feb 16, 2026 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 11, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Feb 16, 2026 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling in the 1st room from east located at apt 11, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Feb 16, 2026 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet in the bathroom located at apt 11, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Feb 16, 2026 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at apartment entrance door in the entrance located at apt 11, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Feb 16, 2026 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 11, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Feb 16, 2026 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective air valve at steam radiator in the 4th room from east located at apt 14a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 16, 2026 · Apt 14A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl tiles at floor in the foyer located at apt 11, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Feb 16, 2026 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 12, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 16, 2026 · Apt 12

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Feb 10, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 12, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 10, 2026 · Apt 12

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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

    Feb 4, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 4th room from east at south located at apt 10, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 14, 2026 · Apt 10

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and north wall in the 4th room from east at south located at apt 10, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 14, 2026 · Apt 10

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling in the 4th room from east at south located at apt 10, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 14, 2026 · Apt 10

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 10, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 14, 2026 · Apt 10

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective rubber gasket at refrigerator door in the kitchen located at apt 10, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 14, 2026 · Apt 10

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 9

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report

    Mar 1, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - 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

    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 · 2

  • Non-hazardous

    B4a/21a/56b/50d/50f/50h/16/50a/50c/50e/50g. 50a-tankless hot water coils missing relief valves. 50b-backflow preventer undersized for boilerover 350,000 btu's. 50c-steam safety relief valve not invertical posit

    Apr 5, 2006

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    3b/39/16/40/24/48a/32a/51/34b/50a-f/36. 51-draft stat collapsed fumes & soot in boiler oom. 50a-boiler missing rating plate with identifyingmark for model #. 50b-boiler is missing backflow preventer. 50c-boiler

    Mar 8, 2006 · Penalty $1,300

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Electric

    Power outage

    Oct 14, 2026 · Apt 12

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Sep 3, 2026 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Sep 3, 2026 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 3, 2026 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 3, 2026 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Sep 3, 2026 · Apt 11

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    May 20, 2026 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    May 20, 2026 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    May 20, 2026 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    May 20, 2026 · Apt 5

    Close
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  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    May 20, 2026 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    May 20, 2026 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    May 20, 2026 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    May 20, 2026 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    May 20, 2026 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 20, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 20, 2026 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Outside building

    Skylight

    May 20, 2026 · Apt BUILD

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    May 20, 2026 · Apt BUILD

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    May 20, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    May 20, 2026 · Apt BUILD

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Apr 16, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Apr 16, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Apr 15, 2026 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Apr 11, 2026 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Apr 7, 2026 · Apt 6

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Apr 7, 2026 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Apr 7, 2026 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Apr 7, 2026 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Apr 7, 2026 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Apr 7, 2026 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Apr 7, 2026 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Apr 7, 2026 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Apr 7, 2026 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 30, 2026 · Apt 12

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 17, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Mar 17, 2026 · Apt 16

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 17, 2026 · Apt 16

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 16, 2026 · Apt 12

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 9, 2026 · Apt 12

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 13, 2026 · Apt 12

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 6, 2026 · Apt 12

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 20, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 17, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 13, 2026 · Apt 10

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jan 13, 2026 · Apt 10

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jan 13, 2026 · Apt 10

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Jan 13, 2026 · Apt 10

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 12, 2026 · Apt 16

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 31, 2025 · Apt 10

    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
1930
Floors
4
Residential units
16
Building area
14,784 ft²
Lot area
4,200 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
305
Council district
42
Block / lot
3806 / 13
Assessed value
$557,550
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #303377, last renewed Aug 12, 2025.

Questions about 479 Pennsylvania Avenue

Who owns 479 Pennsylvania Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Penn 1 LLC.

Does 479 Pennsylvania Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 916 housing violations at this property.

Is 479 Pennsylvania Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 16 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 16 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 479 Pennsylvania Avenue built?

City records list 1930 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 479 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.