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536 Williams Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11207BBL 3-03835-0026Map

Owner of record: Riverdale Avenue Properties LLC

536 Williams Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Brooklyn, 11207. It has 22 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Riverdale Avenue Properties LLC. HPD has recorded 1,457 housing violations here, most recently on October 16, 2026. 46 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
1,457
DOB violations
16
ECB violations
15
HPD complaints
2,207

What to know

Concern
20 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Oct 16, 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

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 1,457

  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelainglaze at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 16, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective detached radiator at west wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 16, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective recaulk the corner of tile at south east wall in the bathroom located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 16, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and west wall in the kitchen located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 16, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Oct 16, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

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

    Oct 16, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak concealed leak at ceiling and west wall in the kitchen located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 16, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Apr 7, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 7, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

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

    Apr 7, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Open — Not complied with
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  • B

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

    Apr 7, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Refit apartment entrance door in the entrance located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 7, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Apr 7, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

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

    Apr 7, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of pests. evidence of flies in the entire apartment located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 7, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Replace with new the missing light fixture cover at ceiling in the 4th room from east located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 8, 2025 · Apt 4C

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Replace with new the missing light fixture cover at ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 8, 2025 · Apt 4C

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling and north wall in the bathroom located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 8, 2025 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing light fixture cover at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 8, 2025 · Apt 4C

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling and north wall in the bathroom located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north original violation 18499759 issued 08-dec-25 has been upgraded to class c per administrative code 27-2017.3a(5)(a) or (b).

    Dec 8, 2025 · Apt 4C

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the kitchen located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 8, 2025 · Apt 4C

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Replace with new the missing light fixture cover at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 8, 2025 · Apt 4C

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes cable wires, 3rd and 2nd stories at east side of the building , 3rd story

    Sep 19, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective concerte window sill 1st and 3rd window form north at west exterior wall located at 1st sorty

    Sep 11, 2025

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective brick and mortar at west exterior wall located at south court yard

    Sep 11, 2025

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective brick and mortar at east exterior wall located at south court yard

    Sep 11, 2025

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective 6 concrete window sill at south exteiror wall

    Sep 11, 2025

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective brick and mortar at south exterior wall

    Sep 11, 2025

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective 14 metal lintels at north exteiror wall located at building front

    Sep 11, 2025

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective 10 metal lintels at east exteiror wall

    Sep 11, 2025

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective brick and mortar at west exterior wall located at west court yard

    Sep 11, 2025

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective brick and mortar at east exterior wall

    Sep 11, 2025

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles in the entire apartment located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 28, 2025 · Apt 1B

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

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking around bath tub in the bathroom located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 28, 2025 · Apt 1B

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

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets bath tub in the bathroom located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 28, 2025 · Apt 1B

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

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

    Aug 28, 2025 · Apt 1B

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

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10sq ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 28, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the kitchen located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 28, 2025 · Apt 1B

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

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color approx 6sq ft of unkeyed plastered at ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 28, 2025 · Apt 1B

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

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelain enamel finish method by reglazing at bath tub in the bathroom located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 28, 2025 · Apt 1B

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

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective base cabinet at sink in the kitchen located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 28, 2025 · Apt 1B

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

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

    Aug 28, 2025 · Apt 1B

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

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10sq ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west original violation 18201364 issued 28-aug-25 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Aug 28, 2025 · Apt 1B

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

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and all ceilings in the entire apartment located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 28, 2025 · Apt 1B

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

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical light switch at north wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 28, 2025 · Apt 1B

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

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color north wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 28, 2025 · Apt 1B

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

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wood door at entrance in the bathroom located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 28, 2025 · Apt 1B

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

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department south wall in the kitchen located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 28, 2025 · Apt 1B

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

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 28, 2025 · Apt 1B

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

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wood door in the 3rd room from north located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 28, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation

DOB building violations · 16

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

    Nov 14, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Immediate emergency anythingoptional

    Remedy:installation of sidewalk shed at exposure 1 approximately 120 linear feet and at exposure 2 80 linear feet to protect the public and property

    Oct 3, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Observed fa ade with cracked, spalled & displaced masonry, open mortar joints, failed lintels & sills, rusted fire escape anchors in fractured brickwork, cracked/shifted coping stones & separating decorative elements. bulging step cracks at main entrance walls (exp. 1,2,4) with rooftop deflection, warping & horizontal cracks unsafe

    Oct 2, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection

    Sep 23, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Jan 10, 2018

    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 19, 2003

    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
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  • 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

    Feb 10, 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

    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

    Jun 1, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 15

  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correctoin with the dept. of buildings for violation #39162484k, file a certificate of correction

    Jun 24, 2026 · Penalty $1,280

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts. failure to comply with the commissioner's order to obtain work permit for violation #39162418m. no permit/approved plans to install split a/c units at exposure 1., comply with commissioner's orde

    Jun 24, 2026 · Penalty $2,530

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the dept. of buildings for violation #39162397m, file a certificate of correction

    Jun 24, 2026 · Penalty $1,280

    Active
  • Class - 1

    At time of inspection, observed facade with cracked, spalled & displaced masonry, deteriorated mortar joints, failed lintels/sills, unsecured ac units/cables, rusted fire escape anchors in cracked walls, displa

    Oct 2, 2025 · Penalty $12,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Atoi observed split a/c hvac unit installed wired with connection to an electrical disconnect box to supply power to a/c unit, approximately 7ft &4'in height at expo:#1 search of dept. records indicate work was

    Oct 2, 2025 · Penalty $8,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Obs facade with cracked,spalled &displaced masonry, open mortar joints, failed lintels & sills,rusted fire escape anchors set in fractured brickwork.parapet coping cracked&shifted, decorative elements separatin

    Oct 2, 2025 · Penalty $12,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Atoi of a 4-story building, observed fire escape obstructed by protruding ac units, rusted metal, pipes, boards and debris blocking safe passage. such conditions create a serious hazard by restricting egress in

    Oct 2, 2025 · Penalty $12,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Filed a certificate form,application etc,containing a material false statements. noted: the owner/representative made false certifications on sec#26 of pw1 job app#32125470 which was filed on 10-9-15 by check

    Oct 18, 2017 · Penalty $4,800

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. according to nyc mechanical code article 401.5.2 exhaust air discharge shall be at least 10ft from any window in a residential portion of the same bldg observe

    Aug 19, 2015 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    B354,50a,b,c,d,15,16. 50a- fresh air intake fan need to be cleaned out50b- fresh air intake fan not hot water in. 50c- no clean out on chimney base. 50d- flue pipe soot from burner.

    May 20, 2011 · Penalty $100

    Active
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  • Class - 3

    B354,32a,15,3a,50a,b,c,d. 50a- flue pipe needs support. 50b- boiler room not a storage rm. 50c- fresh air intake fan not hot wired in. 50d- fire chamber door needs gas kit.

    Jan 21, 2011

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building walls or appurtenances. noted: exterior mortar between bricks is missing located on riverdale avenue on the 4th fl level. remedy: replace missing mortar.

    Sep 14, 2010 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    28-209.2 failure to comply w/ comms order to vacate premises at time of insp vacate order #151/10 still in affect for apt 1a at 1st fl lvl due to deterioration of wood fl joists at btrm upon reinsp observed 4pp

    May 5, 2010 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner. noted: 4 stys bldg apt 1a bathroom ceiling is partially collapsed and flr is sinking partof subfloor is missing between sink and bathtub, size of ceiling

    Apr 14, 2010 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner. 1st flr, apt 1a, bathroom flr partially collapsed to cellar. sheetrock ceiling partially missing also. young boy, 6 yrs old fell through bathroom flr to cellar

    Apr 14, 2010

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 22, 2026 · Apt 3C

    Open
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Oct 14, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Oct 14, 2026 · Apt 3C

    Open
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 20, 2026 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Apr 6, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 6, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 6, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 6, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Apr 6, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 6, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 6, 2026 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Mar 29, 2026 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Nov 28, 2025 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 28, 2025 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Nov 28, 2025 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 28, 2025 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 28, 2025 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • General

    Janitor/super

    Nov 28, 2025 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Nov 28, 2025 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Sep 15, 2025 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Sep 15, 2025 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Sep 15, 2025 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 15, 2025 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Sep 15, 2025 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 23, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 23, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 23, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 23, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 23, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Aug 23, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Jun 3, 2025 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jun 3, 2025 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jun 3, 2025 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jun 3, 2025 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jun 3, 2025 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jun 3, 2025 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 3, 2025 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 3, 2025 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jun 3, 2025 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 17, 2025 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 17, 2025 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Mar 17, 2025 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 17, 2025 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jan 24, 2025 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jan 16, 2025 · Apt 2F

    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
22
Building area
18,000 ft²
Lot area
5,000 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
305
Council district
42
Block / lot
3835 / 26
Assessed value
$785,700
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #328162, last renewed Oct 3, 2025.

Questions about 536 Williams Avenue

Who owns 536 Williams Avenue?

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

Does 536 Williams Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 1,457 housing violations at this property.

Is 536 Williams Avenue 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 536 Williams Avenue built?

City records list 1930 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 536 Williams Avenue?

It has 22 residential units and 25 units in total.

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