653 Liberty Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11207BBL 3-03968-0042Map
Owner of record: United 653 Realty LLC
653 Liberty Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1905 in Brooklyn, 11207. It has 4 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is United 653 Realty LLC. HPD has recorded 64 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 44 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 64
- DOB violations
- 28
- ECB violations
- 16
- HPD complaints
- 52
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 · 64
- 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 - 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 18, 2025
Open — Info 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
Open — Info 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.
Apr 10, 2024
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 17, 2023
Open — Info nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 25, 2023 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective lower window sash counterbalance, 1st window from south at west. in the 2nd room from north located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 25, 2023 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 25, 2023 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 25, 2023 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov sent out
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- CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing the doors that is missing or defective in the entrance located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 25, 2023 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of uncapped radiator valve at public hall, 1st story
Sep 25, 2023
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.
Mar 23, 2023
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 7, 2022
Open — Info 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.
Feb 25, 2022
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of air conditioner protruding at window sill on 2nd story balcony west stack, west exterior wall
Feb 8, 2022
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
§ 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder defective at west stack, west exterior wall
Feb 8, 2022
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.
Apr 9, 2021
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.
Apr 9, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of rubbish cabinet obstructing drop ladder rear at fire escape
Aug 25, 2017
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - 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
Aug 25, 2017
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - 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., 1st story
Aug 25, 2017
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box vestibule , 1st story
Aug 25, 2017
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - 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. , 1st story
Aug 25, 2017
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 100 watts minimum required, light fixture present
Dec 5, 2016
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - 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 10, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Feb 23, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door to cellar locked, at public hall, 1st story
Jul 18, 2009
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 18, 2009 · Apt 3L
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector ( that is defective ) located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 18, 2009 · Apt 3L
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jul 18, 2009 · Apt 3R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector ( that is missing ) located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jul 18, 2009 · Apt 3R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
§ 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration drop ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2f, 2nd story, apartment at south
May 22, 2009 · Apt 2F
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
§ 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration drop ceiling in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 2f, 2nd story, apartment at south
May 22, 2009 · Apt 2F
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of concealer water leak at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story
Apr 3, 2008
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling at public hall, 3rd story
Apr 3, 2008
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department , wainscotting at south wall in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 25, 2007 · Apt 3R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice , evidence found at entire apartment, 3rd story, apartment
Jan 25, 2007 · Apt 3R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation , 1st radiator from east at south wall in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 25, 2007 · Apt 3R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department , 1st door frame from east at south wall, 1st door from east at south wall in the foyer located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 25, 2007 · Apt 3R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector , missing in the foyer located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 25, 2007 · Apt 3R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the foyer located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 25, 2007 · Apt 3R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department , 1st door from north at east wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 25, 2007 · Apt 3R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation , 1st radiator from south at west wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 25, 2007 · Apt 3R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
§ 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration , a suspended ceiling installed in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 25, 2007 · Apt 3R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation , 1st base cabinet from east at south wall in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 25, 2007 · Apt 3R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood tread, 3rd down from top landing , 2nd sty. to stairs at public hall, 3rd story
Jan 25, 2007
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from north at east wall, south wall in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 25, 2007 · Apt 3R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 25, 2007 · Apt 3R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) baseboard at north wall, baseboard at south wall, baseboard at east wall, baseboard at west wall, 1st door frame from north at east wall, north wall, 1st window frame from south at west wall, 2nd window frame from south at west wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 25, 2007 · Apt 3R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
DOB building violations · 28
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection
Nov 14, 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 - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report
Nov 8, 2019
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report
Mar 3, 2015
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
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 3, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 6, 2006
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
Mar 26, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 27, 2001
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
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 · 16
- Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the dept. of buildings for violation #39177388m, file a certificate of correction
Jun 12, 2026 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 1
Unlawful acts. failure to comply with the commissioner's order to obtain work permits for violation #39177391n. no permit on file to install new framing and drop ceiling in commercial space, comply with commiss
Jun 12, 2026 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Class - 1
Atoi observed at commercial space new framing of metal studs for drop ceiling and 2x4's wood for partitions., obtain permit
Feb 17, 2026 · Penalty $6,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Atoi observed new copper pipes installed with new pvc for sanitary piping., obtain all permits
Feb 17, 2026 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 1
Atoi observed new bx cable wires installed and running throughout commercial space, new electrical switches and outlet boxes installed., obtain permit
Feb 17, 2026 · Penalty $12,500
Active - Class - 2
Atoi observed electrical panel box uncovered and wires open and hanging throughout basement and 1st floor., repair and/or replace
Feb 17, 2026 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 2
Weilmclain egh-85 349,000btu installed w/permit 310401035 operating without sign off;correct violation and submit the certificate of correction
Sep 25, 2023 · Penalty $3,125
Active - Class - 2
Boiler spill switch is defective/boiler room light defective/hwh flue corroded;correct violation and submit the certificate of correction
Sep 25, 2023 · Penalty $3,125
Active - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/comm's order to obtain a permit per violation 34043012h for work done w/o a permit. remedy: correct violation 34043012h.
Sep 15, 2009
Resolve - Class - 1
Sec. 28-201.1 failure to comply with commissioner's order to obtain a permit per violation(#34643012h) for work done at cellar w/o a permit.remedy: correct violation #34043012h.
Apr 3, 2009 · Penalty $800
Resolve
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- Class - 1
Sec.28-201.1 failure to comply with commissioner's order to obtain a permit per violation 34643012h for work w/o a permit at the cellar level. remedy: correct violation 34643012h.
Sep 26, 2008 · Penalty $8,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. noted: at cellar level observed many positions of fire proofing ceiling missing. noted: 1st flr level being used as commercial establishment with compresso
Sep 26, 2008 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Hazardous
Work w/o a permit work noted at cellar level of above premises full height partition walls were erected 2 bedrooms and 2 storage rooms said bedrooms have no 2nd means of egress or sufficient light and ventilati
Apr 17, 2008 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Hazardous
Occupancy contrary to c of o illegal occupancy noted at cellar level of above premises full height partition walls were erected creating 2 bedrooms and 2 storage rooms c of o 54669 dated 1/18/1929 list premises
Apr 17, 2008 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to provide at least two means of egress from room or space where required note at cellar level of above premises full height partition walls were erected creating 2 bedrooms and 2 storage rooms said
Apr 17, 2008 · Penalty $480
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain bldg defect noted at cellar level of above premises numerous sections of firestopping is missing and numerous holes observed in fire stopping at ceiling also note same condition observed in
Apr 17, 2008 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Sep 25, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Sep 9, 2009 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Sep 9, 2009 · Apt 3R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jul 27, 2009 · Apt 3F
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jul 15, 2009 · Apt 3R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 7, 2009 · Apt 2F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 7, 2009 · Apt 2F
Close - General
Windows
May 7, 2009 · Apt 2F
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 30, 2009 · Apt 3R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 30, 2009 · Apt 3F
Close
Show 40 more ↓
- General
Windows
Feb 17, 2009 · Apt 2F
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Feb 17, 2009 · Apt 2F
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Feb 17, 2009 · Apt 2F
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jun 16, 2008 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Windows
Jun 16, 2008 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jun 16, 2008 · Apt 3R
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jun 16, 2008 · Apt 3R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Apr 3, 2008 · Apt 3R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 29, 2008 · Apt 3R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 29, 2008 · Apt 3R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 14, 2008 · Apt 3R
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Feb 14, 2008 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Sep 16, 2007 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Doors
Jan 22, 2007 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Stairs
Jan 22, 2007 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Jan 22, 2007 · Apt 3R
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jan 22, 2007 · Apt 3R
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jan 22, 2007 · Apt 3R
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jan 22, 2007 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Windows
Jan 22, 2007 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jan 22, 2007 · Apt 3R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 25, 2006 · Apt 2F
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 23, 2006 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Dec 23, 2006 · Apt 3R
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Dec 23, 2006 · Apt 3R
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Dec 23, 2006 · Apt 3R
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Dec 23, 2006 · Apt 3R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 24, 2006 · Apt 3R
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Aug 22, 2006 · Apt 3F
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Aug 22, 2006 · Apt 3F
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Aug 22, 2006 · Apt 3F
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Aug 6, 2006 · Apt 2R
Close - Electric
Wiring
Aug 6, 2006 · Apt 2R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 27, 2005 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 21, 2003 · Apt 2F
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 20, 2003 · Apt 2F
Close - Electric
Lighting
Dec 11, 2003 · Apt 2F
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 11, 2003 · Apt 2F
Close - General
Locks
Dec 11, 2003 · Apt 2F
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 11, 2003 · Apt 2F
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Mixed residential and retail building (S9)
- Year built
- 1905
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 4
- Building area
- 6,325 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,750 ft²
- Zoning
- R6A
- Community board
- 305
- Council district
- 37
- Block / lot
- 3968 / 42
- Assessed value
- $347,400
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #308736, last renewed Oct 15, 2021.
Questions about 653 Liberty Avenue
Who owns 653 Liberty Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is United 653 Realty LLC.
Does 653 Liberty Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 64 housing violations at this property.
Is 653 Liberty 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 653 Liberty Avenue built?
City records list 1905 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 653 Liberty Avenue?
It has 4 residential units and 6 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.