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245 Martense Street

Brooklyn, NY 11226BBL 3-05088-0063Map

Owner of record: Martense 3 LLC

245 Martense Street is a walk-up apartment building in Brooklyn, 11226. It has 8 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Martense 3 LLC. HPD has recorded 322 housing violations here, most recently on January 28, 2026. 4 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 8 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
322
DOB violations
10
ECB violations
10
HPD complaints
542

What to know

Concern
2 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Jan 28, 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 · 322

  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at vestibule door

    Jan 28, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at the ceiling in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 5, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 28, 2026 · Apt 5

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 5, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 14, 2026 · Apt 5

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following not less than 100 watt incandescent or equivalent at building front

    Jan 14, 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
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wooden stair tread, 3rd from bottom at 1st story intermediate landing at public hall stairs, 1st story

    Sep 28, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock at door leading to fire escape in the entire apartment located at apt 5, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 28, 2025 · Apt 5

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... greater than 10 square feet at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 23, 2025 · Apt 5

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wood floor in the private hallway located at apt 5, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 23, 2025 · Apt 5

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... greater than 10 square feet at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north original violation 18047668 issued 23-jun-25 has been upgraded to class c per administrative code 27-2017.3a(5)(a) or (b).

    Jun 23, 2025 · Apt 5

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
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  • C

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 23, 2025 · Apt 5

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt 5, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 23, 2025 · Apt 5

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 5, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 23, 2025 · Apt 5

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 14, 2024 · Apt 5

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling and east wall less than 20 sq ft in the bathroom located at apt 5, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 14, 2024 · Apt 5

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective mortise lock at door in the entrance located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2023 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective upper window sash spring balance at north wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 8, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2023 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the south wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 8, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2023 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperable in the entire apartment located at apt 8, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2023 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). inoperable in the entire apartment located at apt 8, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2023 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective unhinged closet door at north wall in the 4th room from east at south located at apt 8, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2023 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 8, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2023 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at the bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 8, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2023 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective upper window sash inner glass pane at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 8, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2023 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective concrete floor in the bathroom located at apt 8, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2023 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at the sink in the kitchen located at apt 8, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2023 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 8, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2023 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling in the 4th room from east at south located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2023 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 4th room from east at south located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2023 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling in the 4th room from east at north located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2023 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 4th room from east at north located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2023 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2023 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2023 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2023 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2023 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2023 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2023 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective metal door in the entrance located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2023 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    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 = 5, wg to replace = 0, wg to repair = 1 in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2023 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective lower window sash spring balance 2nd window from south at west in the 4th room from east at south located at apt 8, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 17, 2023 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls and ceiling at landing at public hall, 3rd story

    Sep 13, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plaster at ceiling with fire retardant material. at landing at public hall, 3rd story

    Sep 13, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood window frame at bulkhead west wall at public hall, 4th story

    Sep 13, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective mortice lock and latch set in the entrance located at apt 5 , 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 19, 2023 · Apt 5

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at west wall interior of wall cabinet . approx 5sq ft in the kitchen located at apt 8, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south original violation 15986690 issued 12-may-23 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    May 12, 2023 · Apt 8

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective rotted wood floor in the 2nd room from north located at apt 8, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 12, 2023 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at west wall interior of wall cabinet . approx 5sq ft in the kitchen located at apt 8, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 12, 2023 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace with new the missing lower window sash 2nd from east at south in the 4th room from north at east located at apt 6, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 12, 2023 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the north wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt 8, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 12, 2023 · Apt 8

    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 23, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 10

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

    Nov 14, 2025

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Sep 2, 2020

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report

    Nov 8, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 10

  • Class - 2

    At the time of inspection i observed in apartment #3 three defective switches that are sparking in the bedrooms, comply with ec

    Aug 23, 2023 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35478124p issued on 03/09/20 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. failure to provide unobstructed exit paasagewway.

    Apr 13, 2021 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35478104p issued on 3/9/20 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01.

    Jan 28, 2021 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order contained in summons/vio#35478104p issued on 3/9/2020 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. for failure to unobstructed exi

    Oct 20, 2020 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. at time of inspectionat an occupied multiple dwelling residential bldg it was observed at the exit passageway at exp#2 northwestern side of the bldg an ongoing

    Mar 9, 2020 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code-complaint manner i observed in the basement having clogged drains and swage all over the basement floor, repair and/or replace

    Dec 30, 2019 · Penalty $1,562

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work without a permit i observed in the basement three piece bathroom was installed and a sink, obtain all permits

    Dec 30, 2019 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to have new or altered plumbing system tested i observed a three piece bathroom was installed in the basement and sink without having permits therefore no test, perform test

    Dec 30, 2019 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code-complaint manner i observed in the basement using jim caps and fernco couplings on waste lines which is a prohibited material. also having open waste and sewer lines, repair

    Dec 30, 2019 · Penalty $3,125

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c/o and dob's records class 'a' apt created at cellar. partitions erected creating rooms. electric stove & kitchen sink present. also full 3 pc bathroom w/water closet wash

    May 24, 2012 · Penalty $600

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 5

    Close
  • General

    Janitor/super

    Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Sep 1, 2026 · Apt 32FL

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Aug 19, 2026 · Apt 5

    Close
  • General

    Janitor/super

    Jul 6, 2026 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jan 27, 2026 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 27, 2026 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 27, 2026 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Jan 10, 2026 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Dec 23, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
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  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Dec 23, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 23, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Dec 23, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 23, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Dec 23, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
  • General

    Janitor/super

    Dec 23, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 23, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 23, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Aug 5, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 27, 2025 · Apt 5

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jul 27, 2025 · Apt 5

    Open
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jul 27, 2025 · Apt 5

    Open
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Jul 27, 2025 · Apt 5

    Open
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jun 24, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 22, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 22, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jun 22, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jun 22, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Jun 22, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 22, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jun 22, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    May 9, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    May 9, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    May 9, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Feb 24, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Feb 24, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jan 31, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 31, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jan 31, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 31, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jan 31, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 11, 2024 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 11, 2024 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 11, 2024 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Oct 11, 2024 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Mar 26, 2024 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Mar 26, 2024 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Jan 5, 2024 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jan 5, 2024 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jan 5, 2024 · Apt 6

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Jun 30, 2026$1,100,000Rentals - walkup apartments8

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C1)
Year built
—
Floors
4
Residential units
8
Building area
7,260 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
317
Council district
40
Block / lot
5088 / 63
Assessed value
$504,000
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #304836, last renewed Jul 20, 2026.

Questions about 245 Martense Street

Who owns 245 Martense Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Martense 3 LLC.

Does 245 Martense Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 322 housing violations at this property.

Is 245 Martense Street 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.

How many apartments are in 245 Martense Street?

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.