155 East 53 Street
Brooklyn, NY 11203BBL 3-04640-0040Map
Owner of record: Anderson Joseph
155 East 53 Street is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11203. It has 3 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Anderson Joseph. HPD has recorded 48 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 11 of the 48 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 48
- DOB violations
- 0
- ECB violations
- 3
- HPD complaints
- 77
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 · 48
- 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 4, 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
Open — Info 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.
Jun 9, 2025
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 25, 2024
Open — Info 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 9, 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
Open — Info 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.
Mar 22, 2023
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 4, 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.
Feb 24, 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.
Feb 24, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- 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 8, 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.
Apr 8, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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
Dec 28, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing at public hall, 1st story
Dec 28, 2019
Open — Nov certified late - ANon-hazardous
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. at public hall, 1st story
Dec 28, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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
Dec 28, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
§ 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 .. at public hall, 1st story
Dec 28, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - 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 missing at public hall, 1st story
Dec 28, 2019
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 30, 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 17, 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 21, 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.
Oct 8, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, apartment at east
Mar 26, 2013 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection at sink waste line in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, apartment at east
Mar 26, 2013 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling at steam riser in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, apartment at east
Mar 26, 2013 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, apartment at east
Mar 26, 2013 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective counter balances at upper and lower sashes at window in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, apartment at east
Mar 26, 2013 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective wall and base cabinets in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, apartment at east
Mar 26, 2013 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection at sink waste line in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, apartment at east
Mar 26, 2013 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 1r, 1st story, apartment at east
Mar 26, 2013 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 1r, 1st story, apartment at east
Mar 26, 2013 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective radiator air valve in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 1r, 1st story, apartment at east
Mar 26, 2013 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color south wall in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 1r, 1st story, apartment at east
Mar 26, 2013 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, apartment at east
Mar 26, 2013 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, apartment at east
Mar 26, 2013 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 1r, 1st story
Jan 17, 2013 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective window counter balance in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story
Jan 17, 2013 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective base cabinet drawer in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story
Jan 17, 2013 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles at entrance door to apt 1r at public hall, 1st story
Nov 3, 2012
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 3, 2012 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, apartment at east
Nov 3, 2012 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door lock at public hall, 1st story
Nov 3, 2012
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, apartment at east
Sep 5, 2012 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, apartment at east
Sep 5, 2012 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 1st room from east located at apt 1r, 1st story, apartment at east
Sep 5, 2012 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 4th room from east located at apt 1r, 1st story, apartment at east
Sep 5, 2012 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Oct 2, 2005 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated lock, at metal gate in the front yard
Aug 17, 2005
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 0
No DOB violations on record
ECB violations · 3
- Non-hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the building department records which indicates cellar storage and boiler room at time of inspeciton ordinary use cellar illegally converted to a church chairs and desk obs
May 25, 2004 · Penalty $800
Active - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit.work noted:having constructed full interior partition walls creating 3 rooms,2 bathrooms,(1) 2 piece and (1) 3 piece bathroom with shower stall,kitchen area and church observed at cellar l
May 25, 2004
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit: work noted: demolished entire interior partition walls at 1st story front apartment. (2)removal of entire plumbing fixtures including gas lines at kitchen. (3)new electrical and plumbing
Jul 1, 2003
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 30, 2020 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 5, 2020 · Apt 1R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 27, 2019 · Apt 1R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 2, 2019 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 5, 2018 · Apt 2F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 5, 2018 · Apt 2F
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 26, 2016 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 26, 2016 · Apt BLDG
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 22, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Mar 22, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close
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- General
Floor
Mar 22, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - General
Floor
Mar 22, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Mar 22, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - General
Cabinet
Mar 22, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - General
Windows
Mar 22, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - General
Floor
Mar 22, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 22, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Mar 22, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Mar 22, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 21, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 20, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jan 16, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jan 16, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jan 16, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - General
Cabinet
Jan 16, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - General
Floor
Jan 16, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jan 16, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jan 16, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - General
Floor
Jan 16, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - General
Windows
Jan 16, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 9, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jan 4, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - General
Floor
Jan 4, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 4, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - General
Floor
Jan 4, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jan 4, 2013 · Apt 1R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 1, 2012 · Apt 1R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 1, 2012 · Apt 1R
Close - General
Floor
Nov 1, 2012 · Apt 1R
Close - General
Windows
Nov 1, 2012 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Nov 1, 2012 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Nov 1, 2012 · Apt 1R
Close - General
Floor
Nov 1, 2012 · Apt 1R
Close - General
Ceramic-tile
Nov 1, 2012 · Apt 1R
Close - General
Ceramic-tile
Nov 1, 2012 · Apt 1R
Close - General
Ceramic-tile
Nov 1, 2012 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Nov 1, 2012 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 31, 2012 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 31, 2012 · Apt 1R
Close - Electric
Lighting
Aug 31, 2012 · Apt 1R
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Mixed residential and retail building (S3)
- Year built
- 1931
- Floors
- 2
- Residential units
- 3
- Building area
- 5,000 ft²
- Lot area
- 3,000 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 317
- Council district
- 41
- Block / lot
- 4640 / 40
- Assessed value
- $277,650
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #317141, last renewed Apr 11, 2023.
Questions about 155 East 53 Street
Who owns 155 East 53 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Anderson Joseph.
Does 155 East 53 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 48 housing violations at this property.
Is 155 East 53 Street 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 155 East 53 Street built?
City records list 1931 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 155 East 53 Street?
It has 3 residential units and 4 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.