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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

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Nov 25, 2024

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 · 26

  • 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 25, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    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
  • C

    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
  • A

    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
  • 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.

    Feb 24, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    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
  • C

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

    Feb 10, 2021 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    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
  • C

    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
  • C

    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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  • 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

    Aug 28, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    Aug 28, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    Aug 28, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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. at public hall

    Aug 28, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    Aug 28, 2020

    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.

    Oct 17, 2018

    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.

    Nov 22, 2017

    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.

    Nov 7, 2016

    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 8, 2015

    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.

    Feb 20, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • 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 frame missing.

    Aug 12, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    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
  • A

    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

DatePriceTypeUnits
Aug 6, 2026Non-market transferThree family dwellings3

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.