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639 Flatbush Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11225BBL 3-05042-0009Map

Owner of record: 639 Flatbush LLC

639 Flatbush Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11225. It has 8 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 639 Flatbush LLC. HPD has recorded 37 housing violations here, most recently on July 14, 2026. 14 of the 37 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 8 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
37
DOB violations
19
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
34

What to know

Concern
7 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Jul 14, 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

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
8
About 100% of the building's 8 apartments

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.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 37

  • 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 7, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 14, 2026 · Apt 7

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    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 7, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 14, 2026 · Apt 7

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 26, 2026 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 26, 2026 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 26, 2026 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    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 incorrect information at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 26, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 7, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 26, 2026 · Apt 7

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at basement at boiler room

    Jun 26, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 7, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 26, 2026 · Apt 7

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at ceiling and east wall in the bathroom located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 26, 2026 · Apt 3

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
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  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling and east wall in the bathroom located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 26, 2026 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and east wall in the bathroom located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 26, 2026 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective upper escutcheon plate at heat riser in the bathroom located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 26, 2026 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    May 4, 2026

    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 20, 2025

    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.

    Jun 9, 2025

    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 27, 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 10, 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.

    Mar 22, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Jan 14, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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
  • 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 30, 2019

    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 17, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation at building roof at cornice

    Nov 29, 2017

    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 22, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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, 1st story

    Nov 17, 2017

    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 at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 17, 2017

    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 9, 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
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st riser from north at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 7, 2004 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective cement mortar and ceramic tile floor at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 30, 2004

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from west at north wall, north wall in the private hallway located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 30, 2004 · Apt 2R

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tile at public hall, 1st story

    Jan 17, 2004

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective tile floor vestibule and 1 sty public hall

    Jun 16, 1999

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    D26-10.01 adm code make safe by properly repairing the structural defect 3 by 10 wood beams cellar ceiling center.

    May 14, 1990

    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.

    May 7, 1990

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    § 65 m/d law provide under completed permit, a proper enclosure for the central heating plant, boiler cellar front north.

    Dec 26, 1979

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 19

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection

    Sep 23, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report

    Mar 3, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report

    Mar 1, 2013

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - active
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 16, 1993

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jun 25, 2026 · Apt 7

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Jun 25, 2026 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Oct 28, 2017 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 2, 2013 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 28, 2013 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 22, 2013 · Apt 5

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Nov 4, 2013 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Nov 4, 2013 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Nov 4, 2013 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Nov 4, 2013 · Apt 1B

    Close
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  • General

    Windows

    Nov 4, 2013 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 26, 2011 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Aug 11, 2011 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Aug 11, 2011 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Aug 3, 2011 · Apt BASE

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Nov 5, 2007 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 5, 2007 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Nov 5, 2007 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 29, 2007 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 19, 2007 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 8, 2007 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 6, 2007 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Nov 15, 2004 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 15, 2004 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 15, 2004 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Nov 15, 2004 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Nov 15, 2004 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Nov 15, 2004 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Nov 15, 2004 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Nov 15, 2004 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 18, 2004 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 14, 2004 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 14, 2004 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 12, 2004 · Apt 2

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C1)
Year built
1931
Floors
4
Residential units
8
Building area
10,284 ft²
Lot area
3,601 ft²
Zoning
R7-1
Community board
309
Council district
40
Block / lot
5042 / 9
Assessed value
$772,200
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #347226, last renewed Mar 10, 2026.

Questions about 639 Flatbush Avenue

Who owns 639 Flatbush Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 639 Flatbush LLC.

Does 639 Flatbush Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 37 housing violations at this property.

Is 639 Flatbush Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 8 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 8 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 639 Flatbush Avenue built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 639 Flatbush Avenue?

It has 8 residential units.

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