639 Albany Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11203BBL 3-04818-0001Map
Owner of record: 639 Realty LLC
639 Albany Avenue is an elevator apartment building built in 1959 in Brooklyn, 11203. It has 63 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is 639 Realty LLC. HPD has recorded 525 housing violations here, most recently on June 3, 2026. 2 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 63 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 525
- DOB violations
- 21
- ECB violations
- 16
- HPD complaints
- 1,009
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
Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 525
- ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice regarding rent stabilization law, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a conspicuous location within the common area at the buildings entrance. for more information about signage requirements, please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/required-signage.page
Jun 3, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and all walls in the kitchen located at apt 1c, 1st story, 3rd apartment from north at east
Jun 3, 2026 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1c, 1st story, 3rd apartment from north at east
Jun 3, 2026 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 1c, 1st story, 3rd apartment from north at east
Jun 3, 2026 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch set at building entrance door
Jan 20, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at building entrance door
Jan 20, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Replace with new the missing knob at door leading to at public hall stairs, 1st story
Jan 20, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods at 2nd stack from north at building front at fire escape
Dec 12, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1c, 1st story, 3rd apartment from north at east
Dec 12, 2025 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
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 1c, 1st story, 3rd apartment from north at east
Dec 12, 2025 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the foyer located at apt 1c, 1st story, 3rd apartment from north at east
Dec 12, 2025 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 1c, 1st story, 3rd apartment from north at east
Dec 12, 2025 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical outlet at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 1c, 1st story, 3rd apartment from north at east
Dec 12, 2025 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1c, 1st story, 3rd apartment from north at east
Dec 12, 2025 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1c, 1st story, 3rd apartment from north at east
Dec 12, 2025 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of bottom glass pane at vestibule door
Dec 12, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective counter balance at lower window sash in the 1st room from east located at apt 1c, 1st story, 3rd apartment from north at east
Dec 12, 2025 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods at building front (2nd from north at west) at fire escape
Nov 20, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding maximum allowable temperature of 130 degrees in the entire apartment located at apt 4g, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Nov 20, 2025 · Apt 4G
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 square feet at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4g, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Nov 20, 2025 · Apt 4G
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling, south, and west walls in the bathroom located at apt 4g, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Nov 20, 2025 · Apt 4G
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4g, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Nov 20, 2025 · Apt 4G
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4g, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Nov 20, 2025 · Apt 4G
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4g, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Nov 20, 2025 · Apt 4G
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 3; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 13, 2025 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 13, 2025 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 13, 2025 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1j , 1st story, 4th apartment from south at west
Oct 1, 2025 · Apt 1J
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
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 1j , 1st story, 4th apartment from south at west
Oct 1, 2025 · Apt 1J
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1j , 1st story, 4th apartment from south at west
Oct 1, 2025 · Apt 1J
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1j, 1st story, 4th apartment from south at west
Oct 1, 2025 · Apt 1J
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1j, 1st story, 4th apartment from south at west
Oct 1, 2025 · Apt 1J
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective paving at building front
Jul 12, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose hand rail at building front
Jul 12, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking around bath tub in the bathroom located at apt 4h, 4th story, 3rd apartment from south at west
Jul 12, 2025 · Apt 4H
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective shower curtain rod in the bathroom located at apt 4h, 4th story, 3rd apartment from south at west
Jul 12, 2025 · Apt 4H
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt 3l, 1st bsmt-apt from south at west
May 23, 2025 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt 3l, 1st bsmt-apt from south at west
May 23, 2025 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt 3l, 1st bsmt-apt from south at west
May 23, 2025 · Apt 3L
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt 3l, 1st bsmt-apt from south at west
May 23, 2025 · Apt 3L
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4g, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
May 21, 2025 · Apt 4G
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective intercom system at building front at south wall in the private hallway located at apt 4g, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
May 21, 2025 · Apt 4G
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household item at public hall, 4th story
May 21, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet .... in the bathroom located at apt 3l, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 25, 2025 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at west window frame window frame from south at west wall in the 2nd bathroom located at apt 3l, 1st apartment from south at west original violation 17853126 issued 25-apr-25 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Apr 25, 2025 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at west window frame window frame from south at west wall in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 3l, 1st apartment from south at west original violation 17853124 issued 25-apr-25 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Apr 25, 2025 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at west wall west wall in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 3l, 1st apartment from south at west original violation 17853123 issued 25-apr-25 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Apr 25, 2025 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at south window frame window frame from east at south wall in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 3l, 1st apartment from south at west original violation 17853122 issued 25-apr-25 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Apr 25, 2025 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at south wall south wall in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 3l, 1st apartment from south at west original violation 17853121 issued 25-apr-25 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Apr 25, 2025 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at east wall east wall in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 1st apartment from south at west original violation 17853118 issued 25-apr-25 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Apr 25, 2025 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 21
- No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required
Failed to file fisp cycle 9b technical report by 2/21/2023
Feb 22, 2023
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 5, 2021
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 21, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 1, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 23, 2018
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 26, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 2, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required
Failed to file fisp cycle 7b technical report by 08/21/2012
Aug 30, 2013
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 20, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 17, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 17, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 6, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 4, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 19, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 19, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 8, 2002
Dob violation - resolved - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 7, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 16
- Class - 2
Failure to maintain exterior building facade and appurtenances.at timeof inspection observed multiple step crack and spalling brick faces atexposure#3.step cracks are located under/near windows and near fire es
Mar 21, 2024
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain external bldg walls & appurtenances.as noted:at time of inspection i observed on exposure #1 west elevation at parapet wall;step cracks at several locations on parapet wall;cracks at severa
Jun 22, 2020
Resolve - Class - 1
Owner failed to repair building exterior facade and applicances. @timeof inspection observed inadequate repair work suchg as crack/spalled prapet masonry facade loose mortar @various windoe lintel & crack/spall
Mar 5, 2020 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
100x10: 100x, repair d.p.m on car
Nov 14, 2019 · Penalty $312
Resolve - Class - 1
Failur eto maintain exterior bldg facade & appurtenances.note:@the time of insp to verify previous summons #35264830x dated 12-02-2017.observed recurring condition & repair work not completed/inadequate repair
Jul 12, 2018 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain eflalur building facae & appurantces as noted:exposure #1 damaged metal vent cover @ parapet level,damaged mortar joints& step racks in various locations,damage masony fancing,craked window
Dec 2, 2017 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Class - 2
5e1,10h11,17h11,56y2,56y13,60l10,56o2. 5e1-car door rubbing adjust 1h11-car door gibs worn replace; 17h11-hoistway doro gibs worn replace56y2-hoist machine oil leak clean;56y13-hoist machine oil leak clean
Jul 25, 2017 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Class - 2
56y10,56y13,56y02,39y02,68b07,60x10. 56y-repair and seal oil leak; 68b-update and provide mcp in the m.r.
Sep 17, 2015
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to file an acceptable cycle 7 technical report in compliance with code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by article 28-302 & the dept of bldgs rules & regulat
Oct 14, 2014 · Penalty $4,000
Resolve - Class - 2
56y10,56y13,42l10,68b07,40r07,41i10,67x10,100l10,10h11,08v01,15i10,16b06,20i11,17h11,70p16,78p16,80p16. 42l- relay making loud noise. repair. 68b- update log. 40r- provide fire retardant safe to store oil in
Jan 28, 2013 · Penalty $500
Resolve
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- Class - 2
97x10,16m07: 97x;restore to service for proper d.o.b inspections. 16m;provide hoistway door on the 3rd fl,provide plywood car at floor is not sufficient.
Jan 4, 2012
Resolve - Class - 3
70o02 08v01 40p16
Sep 13, 2011
Resolve - Class - 2
12x10 17h11 17d06 17m07 08v01 52k11 52h11 60m07 40k02 56v13 41i11 42g11 68m07 42m07 69m07 32h11 37y02 10h11 76o02 77o02 34o02 53o02 70o02 16j01 01h11 17h,d,m-replace secure where needed 08v-adjust floor stops 5
Mar 10, 2010 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 2
08a01.52o02.16t07.56o02.60l10.39l10.39d06.03d06.03d06.100b07.08 adjustleveling 52 clean hoist cables 10 number all hoistway doors 56 clean hoist machine 60 motor rm light defective 39 car top light defective
Feb 24, 2009 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
35p 08v
Mar 25, 1994
Resolve - Non-hazardous
09h,14i,16h,22y,50y,35o,08v,
Dec 28, 1992
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Mold
Aug 28, 2026 · Apt 1A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 2, 2026 · Apt 1C
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Feb 2, 2026 · Apt 1C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 10, 2025 · Apt 2C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 10, 2025 · Apt 4G
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Nov 10, 2025 · Apt 4G
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 10, 2025 · Apt 4G
Close - Electric
Lighting
Nov 2, 2025 · Apt 1C
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Nov 2, 2025 · Apt 1C
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Nov 2, 2025 · Apt 1C
Close
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- Unsanitary condition
Mold
Nov 2, 2025 · Apt 1C
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Nov 2, 2025 · Apt 1C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 28, 2025 · Apt 6B
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Sep 25, 2025 · Apt 1J
Close - Electric
Lighting
Sep 25, 2025 · Apt 1J
Close - Flooring/stairs
Stairs
Jun 28, 2025 · Apt 4H
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jun 24, 2025 · Apt 4H
Close - Door/window
Door
Jun 24, 2025 · Apt 4H
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
May 19, 2025 · Apt 4G
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
May 19, 2025 · Apt 4G
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 19, 2025 · Apt 4G
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
May 19, 2025 · Apt 4G
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 22, 2025 · Apt 3L
Close - General
Cabinet
Apr 22, 2025 · Apt 3L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 22, 2025 · Apt 3L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 22, 2025 · Apt 3L
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 22, 2025 · Apt 3L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 26, 2025 · Apt 3L
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 26, 2025 · Apt 3L
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 26, 2025 · Apt 3L
Close - Door/window
Door
Mar 26, 2025 · Apt 3L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 26, 2025 · Apt 3L
Close - Paint/plaster
Cabinet
Mar 26, 2025 · Apt 3L
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Mar 26, 2025 · Apt 3L
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Mar 26, 2025 · Apt 3L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Feb 26, 2025 · Apt 2L
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Feb 26, 2025 · Apt 2L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Feb 26, 2025 · Apt 2L
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 26, 2025 · Apt 2L
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Feb 10, 2025 · Apt 1A
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Dec 22, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 22, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 16, 2024 · Apt 4H
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 2, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Dec 2, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Dec 2, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 2, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Dec 2, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Dec 2, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Dec 2, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D1)
- Year built
- 1959
- Floors
- 6
- Residential units
- 63
- Building area
- 37,446 ft²
- Lot area
- 10,000 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 309
- Council district
- 40
- Block / lot
- 4818 / 1
- Assessed value
- $1,769,850
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #365419, last renewed Jun 12, 2026.
Questions about 639 Albany Avenue
Who owns 639 Albany Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 639 Realty LLC.
Does 639 Albany Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 525 housing violations at this property.
Is 639 Albany Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 63 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 63 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 639 Albany Avenue built?
City records list 1959 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 639 Albany Avenue?
It has 63 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.