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431 Essex Street

Brooklyn, NY 11208BBL 3-04020-0004Map

Owner of record: 431 Essex St LLC

431 Essex Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Brooklyn, 11208. It has 4 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is 431 Essex St LLC. HPD has recorded 81 housing violations here, most recently on February 14, 2026. 29 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
81
DOB violations
0
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
79

What to know

Concern
8 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Feb 14, 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 · 81

  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective upper and lower window sash spring balance at south wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 14, 2026 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 1st room from east located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 14, 2026 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective door at entrance in the bathroom located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 14, 2026 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective upper and lower window sash spring balance at west wall in the 3rd room from east at south located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 14, 2026 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective radiator air valve at west wall in the 3rd room from east at north located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 14, 2026 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door in the entrance located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 14, 2026 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak above the ceiling in the 1st room from east located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 14, 2026 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective 5th , 6th wooden tread from bottom up at public hall stairs, 2nd story

    Feb 11, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at celling at public hall, 2nd story

    Feb 11, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly secure the loose secre the lose blasturade at public hall second story at public hall stairs, 2nd story

    Feb 11, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling at public hall, 2nd story

    Feb 11, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose escutcheon plate at top of 1st steam riser from east at south wall in the 4th room from east located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 4, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Feb 4, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective leaky air valve at 1st radiator from south at west in the 4th room from east located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 4, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • I

    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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective 14th wood tread from bottom at public hall stairs, 1st story

    Oct 27, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at bulkhead door , 2nd story

    Oct 27, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of bags of bottles , household items and construction material. at public hall, 2nd story

    Oct 27, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items and construction material at public hall, 2nd story

    Oct 27, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose faucet at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 10, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective refrigerator door gasket seal in the kitchen located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 10, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Jun 10, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective window spring balance at lower sash 2nd window from east at south in the private hallway located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 10, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective window at lower sash, 2nd window from south at west in the 3rd room from east located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 10, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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 9, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at public hall, 3rd story

    May 20, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    May 19, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

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

    May 19, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective lower window sash spring balance at south wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 19, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective lower window sash spring balance 1st and 2nd window from east at south wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 19, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective lower window sash spring balance 1st and 2nd window from south at west wall in the 4th room from east located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 19, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    May 19, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at the wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 19, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • I

    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
  • A

    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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective glass pane at lower sash window in the 1st room from east located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 19, 2023 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 3sqft of mold at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west original violation 16174116 issued 19-aug-23 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Aug 19, 2023 · Apt 1F

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • B

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

    Aug 19, 2023 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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.

    Aug 19, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper. at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 19, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    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 lobby at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 19, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 3sqft of mold at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 19, 2023 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective grout at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 19, 2023 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Aug 19, 2023 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

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

    Aug 19, 2023 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

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

    Aug 19, 2023 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box at lobby at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 19, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

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

    Aug 19, 2023 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing lock at entrance door to building at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 19, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 0

No DOB violations on record

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 11, 2026 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Feb 11, 2026 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 11, 2026 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Feb 11, 2026 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 11, 2026 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Feb 11, 2026 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Feb 11, 2026 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Stairs

    Feb 11, 2026 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Stairs

    Feb 11, 2026 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Stairs

    Feb 11, 2026 · Apt 2F

    Close
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  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Feb 11, 2026 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Feb 11, 2026 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Feb 11, 2026 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 27, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 27, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Nov 7, 2025 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Nov 7, 2025 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 7, 2025 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 7, 2025 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 25, 2025 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jun 4, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jun 4, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jun 4, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jun 4, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jun 4, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jun 4, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 4, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jun 4, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 4, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jun 4, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jun 4, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 15, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 15, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roof door/hatch

    May 15, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Signage missing

    May 15, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Aug 10, 2023 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 10, 2023 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 10, 2023 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 10, 2023 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Aug 10, 2023 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Aug 10, 2023 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 10, 2023 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Dec 5, 2022 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Dec 5, 2022 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Mar 25, 2020 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 17, 2019 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Dec 9, 2015 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Dec 9, 2015 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Feb 28, 2011 · Apt 1B

    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 (C3)
Year built
1930
Floors
2
Residential units
4
Building area
2,800 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R5
Community board
305
Council district
42
Block / lot
4020 / 4
Assessed value
$210,150
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #318532, last renewed Feb 26, 2026.

Questions about 431 Essex Street

Who owns 431 Essex Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 431 Essex St LLC.

Does 431 Essex Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 81 housing violations at this property.

Is 431 Essex 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 431 Essex Street built?

City records list 1930 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 431 Essex 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.