503 Ridgewood Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11208BBL 3-04121-0007Map

503 Ridgewood Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1905 in Brooklyn, 11208. It has 3 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Tejada, Ramon Cabrera. HPD has recorded 44 housing violations here, most recently on May 28, 2026. 33 of the 44 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations: 44
DOB violations: 3
ECB violations: 6
HPD complaints: 24

What to know

Concern

15 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good

Last violation May 28, 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 · 44

IInformation / order
The premises have been vacated by an order of this department and cannot be reoccupied except for caretaker, until (1) an application and plan for the work required by this article have been filed with and approved by the department of buildings, where required, (2) such work has been completed by the owner and approved by the department or the department of buildings where required, (3) where required by the department of buildings, a new certificate of occupancy has been obtained and (4) the department has inspected and determined that such dwelling is habitable. apartments#1north1 first story ;#2 north1 second story ;#3 north1 thurd story vacate#260758
May 28, 2026
Open — Info nov sent out
CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 21, 2026 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out
CImmediately hazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at ceiling and walls in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 21, 2026 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out
CImmediately hazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at ceiling and walls in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 21, 2026 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out
CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 21, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out
CImmediately hazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at all public hall and public hall stairs
May 21, 2026
Open — Nov sent out
CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 21, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out
CImmediately hazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at ceiling and walls in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 21, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out
CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story
May 21, 2026 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out
CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 21, 2026 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out

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CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 21, 2026 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out
CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass pane at skylight at roof
May 21, 2026
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.
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
Closed — Violation dismissed
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
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 11, 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
Closed — Violation dismissed
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 24, 2023
Open — Nov sent out
CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of uncapped steam valve behind vestibule door at public hall, 1st story
Jul 6, 2022
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.
Mar 1, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed
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 1, 2022
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 12, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed
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 12, 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.
Oct 31, 2019
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.
Oct 19, 2018
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.
Nov 28, 2017
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.
Nov 14, 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.
Oct 13, 2015
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 24, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed
ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 4th room from north, the bathroom , the 1st room from north at east located at apt 1fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 16, 2014 · Apt 1FL
Open — Nov sent out
BHazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... in the entrance located at apt 1fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 16, 2014 · Apt 1FL
Open — Nov sent out
ANon-hazardous
Provide a lock and key to the entrance door of dwelling unit and, if a cl a multiple dwelling, also chain door guard in the entrance located at apt 1fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 16, 2014 · Apt 1FL
Open — Nov sent out
CImmediately hazardous
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 = 1; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; located at apt 1fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 16, 2014 · Apt 1FL
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches located at apt 1fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 16, 2014 · Apt 1FL
Open — Nov sent out
ANon-hazardous
Provide a peep hole in entrance door of the dwelling unit so located so as to permit a person inside the dwelling to view any person outside entrance door ... located at apt 1fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 16, 2014 · Apt 1FL
Open — Nov sent out
ANon-hazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bath tub in the bathroom located at apt 1fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 16, 2014 · Apt 1FL
Open — Nov sent out
ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the west wall in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 1fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 16, 2014 · Apt 1FL
Open — Nov sent out
ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the east wall, south wall, north wall, ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 16, 2014 · Apt 1FL
Open — Nov sent out
ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the west wall in the 4th room from north located at apt 1fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 16, 2014 · Apt 1FL
Open — Nov sent out
CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water to apartment fixtures, in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Nov 27, 2013 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out
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.
Oct 29, 2013
Open — Nov sent out
CImmediately hazardous
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 1st story public hall
Oct 29, 2013
Open — Nov sent out
CImmediately hazardous
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 1 sty public hall and on boiler room door
Feb 24, 1992
Open — Not complied with
BHazardous
Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination vestibule 1 sty night inspection.
Aug 9, 1989
Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 3

Construction other optional
Premises rendered non compliant due to fire noted: first floor rear ap t has fire,smoke and water damage with charred walls,all finishes remo ved. there's smoke , roof skylight & water adn knockdown damages at va rooius areas throughout . roof skyligh & scottle open to the elements comply with code ----- vacate
May 13, 2026
Dob violation - active
Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Seal all accessible openings to secure against unauthorized access and to safeguard public and property
May 13, 2026
Dob violation - dismissed
Construction other optional
Premises rendered non compliant due to fire noted: the wood frame gara ge has extensive fire damage leavinf wood frame members and open roof comply with code
May 3, 2026
Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 6

Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c/o. observed at cellar level 2 class a apts with 3 piece bathrooms and kitchen with gas stove. premises has been altered from 3 family to a 7 family dwelling. 2 apts i
May 13, 2026 · Penalty $12,500
Active
Class - 1
Work without a permit.-observed at cellar level 2 class a apts createdwith new waste lines, supply lines, new electric wiring and partition walls.-first floor divided into 2 class a apt's with new waste and sup
May 13, 2026 · Penalty $12,500
Active
Non-hazardous
Work without a permit. work noted: cellar erected interior wall partition creating rooms. remedy: obtain a permit.
Jul 27, 2005
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Residence altered for occupancy as dwelling for more than the legally approved number of familes building dept records which indicate residence legally approved for three families now altered for four families
Jan 5, 1998 · Penalty $900
Active
Non-hazardous
Work without permit. frame partitions constructed throughout entire cellar created kitchen, bathroom, three room and vestibule.
Feb 5, 1997
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the building department records ordinary cellar changed and now occupied as an apartment. work does not conform to approved plans. partitions constructed througout
Feb 5, 1997
Resolve

Complaints

Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 30, 2022 · Apt 2REAR
Close
Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 30, 2022 · Apt 2REAR
Close
Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 30, 2022 · Apt 2REAR
Close
Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 30, 2022 · Apt 2REAR
Close
Safety
Window guard broken/missing
Jun 30, 2022 · Apt 2REAR
Close
Electric
Lighting
Apr 11, 2015 · Apt 1FL
Close
Electric
Power outage
Apr 11, 2015 · Apt 1
Close
Appliance
Refrigerator
Apr 11, 2015 · Apt 1
Close
Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 11, 2015 · Apt 1
Close
Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Apr 11, 2015 · Apt 1
Close

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Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Apr 11, 2015 · Apt 1
Close
Safety
Smoke detector
Apr 11, 2015 · Apt 1
Close
Electric
Power outage
Apr 1, 2015 · Apt 1FL
Close
Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 29, 2015 · Apt 1FL
Close
Appliance
Electric/gas range
May 11, 2014 · Apt 1FL
Close
Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
May 11, 2014 · Apt 1FL
Close
Heating
Heat related
Nov 24, 2013 · Apt 3
Close
Heating
Heat related
Oct 30, 2013 · Apt 3
Close
Heating
Heat related
Oct 25, 2013 · Apt 3
Close
Heating
Heat related
Apr 13, 2013 · Apt NA
Close
Heating
Heat related
Apr 6, 2013 · Apt 2
Close
Heating
Heat related
Nov 1, 2012 · Apt NA
Close
Heating
Heat related
Apr 26, 2012 · Apt 1
Close
Heating
Heat related
Apr 24, 2012 · Apt BLDG
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 (C0)
Year built: 1905
Floors: 3
Residential units: 3
Building area: 3,480 ft²
Lot area: 1,636 ft²
Zoning: R5
Community board: 305
Council district: 37
Block / lot: 4121 / 7
Assessed value: $81,000
Landmark / historic district: No

HPD registration #339915, last renewed Apr 22, 2026.

Questions about 503 Ridgewood Avenue

Who owns 503 Ridgewood Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Tejada, Ramon Cabrera.

Does 503 Ridgewood Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 44 housing violations at this property.

Is 503 Ridgewood 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 503 Ridgewood Avenue built?

City records list 1905 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 503 Ridgewood Avenue?

It has 3 residential units.

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