397 East 54 Street
Brooklyn, NY 11203BBL 3-04726-0049Map
Owner of record: Williams, Martin G
397 East 54 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1950 in Brooklyn, 11203. It has 3 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Williams, Martin G. HPD has recorded 26 housing violations here, most recently on November 25, 2024. 1 of the 26 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 26
- DOB violations
- 0
- ECB violations
- 0
- HPD complaints
- 22
What to know
No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.
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 · 26
- 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
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 9, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... in the entrance located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 4, 2023 · Apt 1
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
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, 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.
Apr 8, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story
Feb 10, 2021 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding maximum allowable temperature of 130 degrees (found 146 degrees) in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story
Feb 10, 2021 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 28, 2020 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 28, 2020 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed
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- 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 missing at public hall
Aug 28, 2020
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
Aug 28, 2020
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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
Aug 28, 2020
Closed — Violation closed - 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
Aug 28, 2020
Closed — Violation closed - 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
Aug 28, 2020
Closed — Violation closed - 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 22, 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 7, 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 8, 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 20, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective .. in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt 1
Nov 19, 2001 · Apt 1
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective and or make operable top and bottom sash window in the 2nd room from north located at apt 1
Nov 19, 2001 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls and ceilings kitchen and bathroom basement apt 1 , section '' ''
Sep 27, 1996 · Apt 1
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 frame missing.
Aug 12, 1986
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
D26-17.10 adm code post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to building's heating system 1 sty public hall near mailboxes and at door to boiler room.
Aug 12, 1986
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
D26-20.08,20.09 adm code file certification of satisfactory installation of smoke detecting device in accordance with h.p.d. rules and regulations.
Aug 12, 1986
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 0
No DOB violations on record
ECB violations · 0
No ECB violations on record
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jul 5, 2021 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jun 29, 2021 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 15, 2021 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 13, 2021 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 12, 2021 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 9, 2021 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 8, 2021 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 8, 2021 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Oct 30, 2020 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Aug 24, 2020 · Apt 2
Close
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- Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jul 31, 2020 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Apr 28, 2019 · Apt 1FL
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 28, 2019 · Apt 1FL
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 28, 2019 · Apt 1FL
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 28, 2019 · Apt 1FL
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 28, 2019 · Apt 1FL
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 28, 2019 · Apt 1FL
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Apr 28, 2019 · Apt 1FL
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 23, 2019 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 25, 2019 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 22, 2018 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 3, 2014 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 6, 2026 | Non-market transfer | Three family dwellings | 3 |
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C0)
- Year built
- 1950
- Floors
- 2
- Residential units
- 3
- Building area
- 2,337 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,000 ft²
- Zoning
- R5
- Community board
- 317
- Council district
- 45
- Block / lot
- 4726 / 49
- Assessed value
- $56,520
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #351496, last renewed Jul 31, 2025.
Questions about 397 East 54 Street
Who owns 397 East 54 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Williams, Martin G.
Does 397 East 54 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 26 housing violations at this property.
Is 397 East 54 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 397 East 54 Street built?
City records list 1950 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 397 East 54 Street?
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.