296 Nichols Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11208BBL 3-04150-0048Map
Owner of record: Ragnarok Properties, LLC
296 Nichols Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Brooklyn, 11208. It has 3 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Ragnarok Properties, LLC. HPD has recorded 27 housing violations here, most recently on November 24, 2025. 13 of the 27 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 27
- DOB violations
- 0
- ECB violations
- 1
- HPD complaints
- 51
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 · 27
- 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 24, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 19, 2025 · Apt 1
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 19, 2025 · Apt 1
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tilers at floor in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 19, 2025 · Apt 1
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of 15 gallon propain tank (with grill) stored at public hall creating a hazard , 2nd story
May 19, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the the ground, stairs under stoop yard
May 19, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at floor in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 19, 2025 · Apt 1
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at ceiling (light) in the private hallway located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 19, 2025 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at ceiling (light) in the 1st room from east located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 19, 2025 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of rats and all underlying causes conducive to pest infestations, by using integrated pest management (ipm), eliminate all burrow entry and passageways, pest nests, holes, gaps or cracks in walls,ceilings, floors, fixing leaks and manage garbage in public areas. evidence found at front yard
May 19, 2025
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
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- BHazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 1, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 1, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing saddle at entrance in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 1, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 1, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical outlet at north wall. in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 1, 2024 · Apt 2
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 28, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 8, 2023 · Apt 1
Open — Not complied with - 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, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 13, 2019 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile floor in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 13, 2019 · Apt 1
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 1, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Discontinue use of rooms for living, disconnect plumbing fixtures where illegal and properly seal pipe connections at sink in kitchen and shower, wash basin and water closet in bathroom at cellar
May 26, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Discontinue unlawful cooking space or file plans and application with this department to legalize same, if lawfully feasible , at cellar
May 26, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood door at base cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story
May 26, 2015 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story
May 26, 2015 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 10, 2014 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system ... at cellar
Jan 10, 2014
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 0
No DOB violations on record
ECB violations · 1
- Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c of o & dept of bldgs records.class"a"apt created @ cellar partitions erected creating use of rooms for living.full kitchen w/ gas range & kitchen sink also full bathroom
May 26, 2015
Resolve
Complaints
- Door/window
Door
Mar 11, 2026 · Apt 2NDFLO
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 11, 2026 · Apt 2NDFLO
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 11, 2026 · Apt 2NDFLO
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 11, 2026 · Apt 2NDFLO
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Mar 11, 2026 · Apt 2NDFLO
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 13, 2026 · Apt MAINFL
Close - General
Cooking gas
Feb 13, 2026 · Apt MAINFL
Close - Door/window
Door
Feb 13, 2026 · Apt MAINFL
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Feb 13, 2026 · Apt MAINFL
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Feb 13, 2026 · Apt MAINFL
Close
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- Plumbing
Basin/sink
Oct 28, 2025 · Apt 2FLOOR
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 28, 2025 · Apt 2FLOOR
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 28, 2025 · Apt 2FLOOR
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Oct 28, 2025 · Apt 2FLOOR
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 28, 2025 · Apt 2FLOOR
Close - Door/window
Door
Oct 28, 2025 · Apt 2FLOOR
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 29, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 29, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 23, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 23, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 23, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 23, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - General
Cabinet
Apr 4, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 4, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 4, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 4, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 4, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Door/window
Door
Apr 4, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 4, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 11, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 11, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 11, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 11, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 4, 2022 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 12, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 7, 2014 · Apt 2
Close - General
Locks
Dec 3, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Nov 7, 2013 · Apt 2FL
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Nov 7, 2013 · Apt 2FL
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Jul 25, 2013 · Apt 2FL
Close - General
Mold
Jun 8, 2013 · Apt BSMT
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jun 8, 2013 · Apt BSMT
Close - General
Mold
May 8, 2013 · Apt BSMT
Close - General
Mold
May 8, 2013 · Apt BSMT
Close - Nonconst
Carbon monoxide
May 8, 2013 · Apt BSMT
Close - Nonconst
Smoke detector
May 8, 2013 · Apt BSMT
Close - General
Fire-escape
May 8, 2013 · Apt BSMT
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 17, 2009 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Dec 17, 2009 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 19, 2008 · Apt 2
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C0)
- Year built
- 1910
- Floors
- 2
- Residential units
- 3
- Building area
- 2,188 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,750 ft²
- Zoning
- R5
- Community board
- 305
- Council district
- 37
- Block / lot
- 4150 / 48
- Assessed value
- $64,680
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #814714, last renewed Jan 12, 2026.
Questions about 296 Nichols Avenue
Who owns 296 Nichols Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Ragnarok Properties, LLC.
Does 296 Nichols Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 27 housing violations at this property.
Is 296 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 296 Nichols Avenue built?
City records list 1910 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 296 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.