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738 New Jersey Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11207BBL 3-04299-0025Map

Owner of record: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, As Trustee

738 New Jersey Avenue is a two-family home built in 1920 in Brooklyn, 11207. It has 2 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, As Trustee. HPD has recorded 1,010 housing violations here, most recently on September 29, 2026. 40 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
1,010
DOB violations
1
ECB violations
14
HPD complaints
895

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Sep 29, 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 · 1,010

  • B

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

    Sep 29, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 2ndfl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 29, 2026 · Apt 2NDFL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2ndfl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 29, 2026 · Apt 2NDFL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... greater than 10sq feet at ceiling, west, north, south walls in the bathroom located at apt 2ndfl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 29, 2026 · Apt 2NDFL

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in wasteline at sink in the kitchen located at apt 2ndfl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 29, 2026 · Apt 2NDFL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at boiler room

    Sep 17, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant materials at ceiling at boiler room

    Sep 17, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the nuisance consisting of hotwater exceding 130 degrees in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2026 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color approx 3sq ft of unkeyed plaster at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2026 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all ceilings and all walls in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2026 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • C

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2026 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less that 10sq ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2026 · Apt 1

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    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 rats droppings at cellar, 1st story

    Sep 17, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling and south wall in the 4th room from east located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 1

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and all ceilings in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 1

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules defective in the private hallway located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 1

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

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

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 1

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

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

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 1

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

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

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

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

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 1

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 30, 2026 · Apt 1

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq. ft. at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west original violation 18769583 issued 03-apr-26 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Apr 3, 2026 · Apt 1

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 3, 2026 · Apt 1

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq. ft. at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 3, 2026 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water exceeding the maximum allowable temperature of 130 degrees (f) at all fixtures creating a hazard in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 3, 2026 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Apr 3, 2026 · Apt 1

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Remove all obstructions from water closet .. in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 31, 2026 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 31, 2026 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color at ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 31, 2026 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 31, 2026 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at ceiling and north wall. in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west original violation 18608053 issued 31-jan-26 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Jan 31, 2026 · Apt 2

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

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at ceiling and north wall. in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 31, 2026 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 2, 2026 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 24, 2025

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 19, 2025 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 19, 2025 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 19, 2025 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 19, 2025 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 square feet of mold at ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west original violation 18298292 issued 15-oct-25 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Oct 15, 2025 · Apt 2

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

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 square feet of mold at ceiling in the 1st room from east located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west original violation 18298291 issued 15-oct-25 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Oct 15, 2025 · Apt 2

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

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 square feet of mold at ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 15, 2025 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 square feet of mold at ceiling in the 1st room from east located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 15, 2025 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 15, 2025 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 15, 2025 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2ndflo, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 14, 2025 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2ndflo, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 14, 2025 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2ndflo, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 14, 2025 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tile in the bathroom located at apt 2ndflo, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 14, 2025 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet , in the bathroom located at apt 2ndflo, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 14, 2025 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bath tub in the bathroom located at apt 2ndflo, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 14, 2025 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 1

  • Construction other optional

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed. at time of inspection, observed a 2-story dwelling, cellar level of the premises fully converted and occupied as a class a apartment with 1 bedroom living-room 3-piece bathroom full kitchen with kitchen sink refrigerator & electric stove.

    May 8, 2023

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 14

  • Class - 2

    Observed one water heater model gg40 in the basement with the water disconnected and the gas shut off for apt 1. observed one green mountain boiler in the basement not operating for apartment 1, maintain boiler

    Dec 27, 2023 · Penalty $3,125

    Active
  • Class - 2

    At the time of inspection found one burnham model sin5 lnc boiler for apartment 2 was inoperable., maintain boiler; correct all violating conditions and submit a certificate of corrections

    Dec 6, 2023 · Penalty $3,125

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain at the basement level the ceiling in the bathroom is partially falling due to water leak and the toilet is cracked at time of inspection, repair and/replace; maintain building

    Sep 23, 2023 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Work with-out permit. at time of inspection, observed a 2-story 2 family dwelling, cellar level of the premises fully converted and occupied as a class a apartment with full height partition walls 3-piece bathr

    May 8, 2023 · Penalty $12,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Residence altered as a dwelling for more than the number of families authorized by the c of o or records on file. at time of inspection, observed a 2-story 2 family dwelling, cellar level of the premises fully

    May 8, 2023 · Penalty $10,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c of o & dept of buildings records. an illegal class "a" apt created @cellar. unlawful gas range & kitchen sink present. full bathroom present completed with water closet,

    Aug 27, 2019 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation# 35176669z issued on 4/8/16 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. work w/out a permit. @ cellar level partitions, 3

    Feb 9, 2018 · Penalty $6,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35176669z issued on 04/08/2016 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.work without a permit.

    Dec 21, 2017 · Penalty $12,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#3517669zissued on 04/08/16 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 1 02-01. wokr w/o a permit. at cellar level erected full height partitio

    Nov 6, 2017 · Penalty $24,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#3517669zissued on 04/08/16 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. for work w/o a permit. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or file a

    Sep 12, 2017 · Penalty $12,000

    Active
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  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts.failure to comply w/an order of the commissioner.@the time of insp it was observed that(35176068r) & (35176669z) was not correct.it was observedd that the bldg was converted to a 3 family dweling

    Jul 25, 2017 · Penalty $12,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c of o & dob records. partitionserected creating illegal use of rooms for living @ bsmt. unlawful electric stove & kitchen sink present. also full bathroom present complete

    Apr 21, 2017 · Penalty $6,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o a permit. noted: at cellar level erected full height partitions for 4 rooms,installed water & waste lines for 3pcs bathroom(sink,toilet,shower)& residential sink at kitchen. performed electrical work

    Apr 8, 2016 · Penalty $4,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Residence altered for occupancy as dwelling for more than legally approved # of families. noted: according to dob & hpd records(hpd #342577)bldg should be occupied as 2 family dwelling(1st & 2nd flrs)cellar acc

    Apr 8, 2016 · Penalty $6,000

    Active

Complaints

  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Oct 14, 2026 · Apt 2

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 14, 2026 · Apt 2

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 14, 2026 · Apt 2

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 14, 2026 · Apt 2

    Open
  • General

    Cabinet

    Oct 14, 2026 · Apt 2

    Open
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 14, 2026 · Apt 2

    Open
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Oct 14, 2026 · Apt 2

    Open
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Sep 28, 2026 · Apt 2NDFL

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 28, 2026 · Apt 2NDFL

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Sep 28, 2026 · Apt 2NDFL

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 3, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Apr 3, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jan 2, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 2, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 2, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jan 2, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jan 2, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 30, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Dec 24, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 6, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 6, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 6, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 17, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 5, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Oct 11, 2025 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 11, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Oct 11, 2025 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Oct 11, 2025 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 11, 2025 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Oct 11, 2025 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Oct 11, 2025 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Oct 11, 2025 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Oct 7, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Sep 30, 2025 · Apt 738

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Sep 30, 2025 · Apt 738

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Sep 30, 2025 · Apt 738

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Sep 30, 2025 · Apt 738

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 30, 2025 · Apt 738

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Sep 30, 2025 · Apt 738

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 30, 2025 · Apt 738

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Aug 11, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 9, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jul 2, 2025 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jul 2, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Jul 2, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 2, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 2, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jul 2, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jul 2, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jul 2, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Jun 2, 2026$10Two family dwellings2
Mar 17, 2026$1,105,096Two family dwellings2

Building details

Building type
Two-family home (B1)
Year built
1920
Floors
2
Residential units
2
Building area
2,904 ft²
Lot area
1,900 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
305
Council district
42
Block / lot
4299 / 25
Assessed value
$56,700
Landmark / historic district
No

Questions about 738 New Jersey Avenue

Who owns 738 New Jersey Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, As Trustee.

Does 738 New Jersey Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 1,010 housing violations at this property.

Is 738 New Jersey 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 738 New Jersey Avenue built?

City records list 1920 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 738 New Jersey Avenue?

It has 2 residential units.

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