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552 Van Siclen Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11207BBL 3-04073-0044Map

Owner of record: Watson, Avis C

552 Van Siclen Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Brooklyn, 11207. It has 4 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Watson, Avis C. HPD has recorded 38 housing violations here, most recently on May 6, 2026. 31 of the 38 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
38
DOB violations
0
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
55

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 6, 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 · 38

  • 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.

    May 6, 2026

    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

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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 11, 2025

    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

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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 12, 2024

    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 17, 2023

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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.

    Mar 27, 2023

    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 7, 2022

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • B

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

    Jul 14, 2022 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Jul 14, 2022 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the heat riser in the entrance located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 14, 2022 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Jul 14, 2022 · 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.

    Mar 2, 2022

    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.

    Mar 2, 2022

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at building entrance at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 1, 2021

    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 missing at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 1, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Nov 1, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    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. at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 1, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 missing at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 1, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    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 at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 1, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 13, 2021

    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.

    Apr 13, 2021

    Open — Info 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.

    Oct 22, 2018

    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 30, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Replace with new the missing strike plate at door in the entrance located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 31, 2015 · Apt 1F

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

    Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated lock at security door at building entrance

    Oct 31, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated lock at security gate at entrance to building , 1st story

    Sep 28, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Sep 2, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly secure the loose handle at sink faucet in the kitchen located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 2, 2015 · Apt 1F

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

    Properly secure the loose window frame in the 4th room from east located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 14, 2015 · Apt 1F

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

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

    Jun 14, 2015 · Apt 1F

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

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at east and south wall in the 4th room from east located at apt 1f, 1st story, 11th apartment from east at south

    Jun 14, 2015 · Apt 1F

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

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

    Jun 14, 2015 · Apt 1F

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

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from east located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 14, 2015 · Apt 1F

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

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

    Jun 14, 2015 · Apt 1F

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

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 14, 2015 · Apt 1F

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

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the private hallway located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 14, 2015 · Apt 1F

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

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

    Jun 14, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation

DOB building violations · 0

No DOB violations on record

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Jul 8, 2022 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 28, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 19, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jul 24, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 8, 2019 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 30, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door frame

    Nov 27, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Nov 27, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 27, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Nov 27, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
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  • Door/window

    Door frame

    Nov 6, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 6, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 6, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Nov 6, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Oct 28, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 28, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 28, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Oct 28, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Oct 17, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door frame

    Oct 17, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 17, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Oct 17, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Sep 17, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 17, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door frame

    Sep 17, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 17, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Sep 17, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Sep 1, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Sep 1, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 1, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Sep 1, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door frame

    Sep 1, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 31, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window pane

    Aug 31, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 21, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 21, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 15, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 15, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 15, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 9, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jun 9, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jun 9, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 9, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jun 9, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 1, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 1, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jun 1, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jun 1, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jun 1, 2015 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jun 1, 2015 · Apt 1F

    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
3,120 ft²
Lot area
2,375 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
305
Council district
42
Block / lot
4073 / 44
Assessed value
$234,450
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #315659, last renewed Aug 20, 2019.

Questions about 552 Van Siclen Avenue

Who owns 552 Van Siclen Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Watson, Avis C.

Does 552 Van Siclen Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 38 housing violations at this property.

Is 552 Van Siclen 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 552 Van Siclen Avenue built?

City records list 1930 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 552 Van Siclen Avenue?

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.