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197 Nichols Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11208BBL 3-04135-0022Map

Owner of record: Rgl & Alh LLC

197 Nichols Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1899 in Brooklyn, 11208. It has 3 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Rgl & Alh LLC. HPD has recorded 69 housing violations here, most recently on February 14, 2025.

HPD violations
69
DOB violations
0
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
103

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Feb 14, 2025

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 · 69

  • B

    Replace with new the missing lids at trash cans at building front yard

    Feb 14, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the household trash at building front yard

    Feb 14, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Sep 22, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at front yard

    Sep 22, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Aug 31, 2024 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperable in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 31, 2024 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Aug 31, 2024 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective hardwood floor in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 31, 2024 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Aug 31, 2024 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective inoperable hinges at door leading to the back yard in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 31, 2024 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • B

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

    Aug 31, 2024 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wood base cabinet at sink in the kitchen located at apt fl1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 27, 2024 · Apt FL1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt fl1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 27, 2024 · Apt FL1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt fl1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 27, 2024 · Apt FL1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Dec 13, 2023 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Dec 13, 2023 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Dec 13, 2023 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Dec 13, 2023 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water exceeds the maximum operating allowance of 130 degrees fahrenheit found at the kitchen sink 155 degrees fahrenheit in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 13, 2023 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective inoperable hinges at door in the entrance located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 13, 2023 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective inoperable hinges at door leading to the back yard in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 13, 2023 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly secure the loose wall cabinet at south wall in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 13, 2023 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wooden base cabinet at sink in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 13, 2023 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective inoperable hinges at door entrance to the building

    Dec 13, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective inoperable hinges at door in the vestibule at public hall 1st

    Dec 13, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    § 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor missing at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 13, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 13, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Aug 13, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Aug 13, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Aug 13, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 13, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Aug 13, 2022

    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.

    Oct 13, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at east

    Jul 12, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 2r, 2nd story

    Jul 12, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector that is missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story

    Jul 12, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over the ceiling at public hall, 2nd story

    Jul 12, 2013

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the private hallway located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at east

    Jul 12, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective connection at the waste line of bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at east

    Jul 12, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the walls and ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at east

    Jul 12, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective connection at the waste line of sink in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at east

    Jul 12, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and walls(1 & 2 sty) at public hall

    Jul 21, 2010

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective sink base in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story

    Jul 21, 2010 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak evidence over ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story

    Jul 21, 2010 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 2r, 2nd story

    Jul 21, 2010 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story

    Jul 21, 2010 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wooden floor in the foyer located at apt 2r, 2nd story

    Jul 21, 2010 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story

    Jul 21, 2010 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story

    Jul 21, 2010 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective bell/buzzer at entrance

    Jul 21, 2010

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 0

No DOB violations on record

ECB violations · 2

  • Class - 2

    Residence altered for occupancy as a dwelling for more than legally approved number of families. from: 3 fam dwelling (c of o #100662) to: 4fam dwelling including 1 fam dwelling basement. remedy: restore to

    Sep 29, 2008 · Penalty $6,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Construction or alteration work w/o a permit. built partitions in basement created living room, 2 bedrooms, kitchen w/gas stove, 3 pc bathroom w/shower. remedy: comply w/code.

    Sep 29, 2008 · Penalty $7,500

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 13, 2024 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Dec 13, 2024 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 13, 2024 · Apt 1FLOOR

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 13, 2024 · Apt 1FLOOR

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 10, 2024 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Nov 10, 2024 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 10, 2024 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 10, 2024 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 17, 2024 · Apt 1FLOOR

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Aug 27, 2024 · Apt 1

    Close
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  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 27, 2024 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Aug 27, 2024 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 27, 2024 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 25, 2024 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 10, 2024 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 10, 2024 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 10, 2024 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jun 10, 2024 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 10, 2024 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jun 10, 2024 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jun 10, 2024 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 23, 2024 · Apt FL1

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Feb 23, 2024 · Apt FL1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 23, 2024 · Apt FL1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 23, 2024 · Apt FL1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 22, 2023 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Nov 22, 2023 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 22, 2023 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 22, 2023 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 25, 2022 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 25, 2022 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 22, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 22, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 11, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    May 28, 2014 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    May 28, 2014 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jun 30, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jun 30, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 30, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 30, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 23, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Mar 23, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Jul 14, 2010 · Apt 2R

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Feb 10, 2026$995,000Three family dwellings3

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C0)
Year built
1899
Floors
2
Residential units
3
Building area
2,052 ft²
Lot area
2,925 ft²
Zoning
R5
Community board
305
Council district
37
Block / lot
4135 / 22
Assessed value
$55,860
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #367513, last renewed Aug 30, 2025.

Questions about 197 Nichols Avenue

Who owns 197 Nichols Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Rgl & Alh LLC.

Does 197 Nichols Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 69 housing violations at this property.

Is 197 Nichols 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 197 Nichols Avenue built?

City records list 1899 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 197 Nichols 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.