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38 Martense Street

Brooklyn, NY 11226BBL 3-05089-0020Map

Owner of record: Mhany Mother Gaston Housing Development Fund Corp

38 Martense Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11226. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Mhany Mother Gaston Housing Development Fund Corp. HPD has recorded 74 housing violations here, most recently on March 23, 2023. 49 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
74
DOB violations
18
ECB violations
1
HPD complaints
0

What to know

Concern
8 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Mar 23, 2023

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 · 74

  • 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

    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.

    Mar 1, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Mar 1, 2022

    Open — Info 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 12, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Apr 12, 2021

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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 18, 2018

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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, 2017

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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 10, 2016

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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 13, 2015

    Open — Info nov sent out
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  • 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 23, 2015

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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 100 watts minimum required

    Jul 31, 2012

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    File with this department a registration statement for building.

    Nov 6, 1996

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile wall near showerhead bathroom 1 sty front apt 1f. located at apt 1f

    Oct 28, 1993 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing 1 sty front apt 1f daniel. located at apt 1f

    Oct 28, 1993 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective electric outlet southwest wall kitchen 1 sty front apt 1f. located at apt 1f

    Oct 28, 1993 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing 100 watts light bulb fixture at front entrance to bldg.

    Oct 28, 1993

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls & ceiling bathroom 2nd room from front 1 sty front apt 1f. located at apt 1f

    Oct 28, 1993 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electrical wires at ceiling cellar rear

    Oct 21, 1993

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling bathroom 1 sty west apt 1f er1 located at apt 1f

    Oct 21, 1993 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet bathroom 1 sty west apt 1f located at apt 1f

    Oct 21, 1993 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceilings and walls thru out 1 aty west apt 1f located at apt 1f

    Oct 21, 1993 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic wall tile bathroom 1 sty west apt 1f located at apt 1f

    Oct 21, 1993 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective connection supply line at sink kitchen 1 sty west apt 1f located at apt 1f

    Oct 21, 1993 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective window sashes bathroom 1 sty west apt 1f located at apt 1f

    Oct 21, 1993 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective electrical outlets kitchen 1 sty west apt 1f located at apt 1f

    Oct 21, 1993 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures oven at range kitchen 1 sty west apt 1f located at apt 1f

    Oct 21, 1993 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of cascading water leak at ceiling cellar rear

    Oct 21, 1993

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets sink kitchen 1 sty north apt 1f. located at apt 1f

    Sep 7, 1993 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective metal base cabinet under sink kitchen 1 sty north apt 1f. located at apt 1f

    Sep 7, 1993 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling north room 1 sty north apt 1f. located at apt 1f

    Sep 7, 1993 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 1 sty north apt 1f. located at apt 1f

    Sep 7, 1993 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective paving trip hazard front yard at stairs.

    Sep 7, 1993

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling & west wall 1 sty public hall.

    Sep 7, 1993

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling & south wall bathroom 1 sty north apt 1f. located at apt 1f

    Sep 7, 1993 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 2 sty front apt 2f , section '' ''

    Sep 10, 1990 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling kitchen 2 sty front apt 2f , section '' ''

    Sep 10, 1990 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated lock entrance door 2 sty front apt 2f , section '' ''

    Sep 10, 1990 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperable 2 sty west apt 2r hill. located at apt 2r

    Oct 18, 1989 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective entrance to 2 sty north apt 2r. located at apt 2r

    Oct 18, 1989 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice & roaches 2 sty west apt 2r thru out. located at apt 2r

    Oct 18, 1989 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plaster board ceiling 2 sty west apt 2r bathroom er1. located at apt 2r

    Oct 18, 1989 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electrical wires south wall 2 sty west apt 2r bathroom. located at apt 2r

    Oct 18, 1989 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets washbasin 2 sty west apt 2r bathroom er1. located at apt 2r

    Oct 18, 1989 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department south wall 2 sty west apt 2r west room. located at apt 2r

    Oct 18, 1989 · Apt 2R

    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 1 sty public hall & boiler room door.

    Oct 18, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 1 sty west apt 1r. , section '' ''

    Jun 6, 1989 · Apt 1R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 1 sty southwest apt 1r. , section '' ''

    May 5, 1989 · Apt 1R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets cold water washbasin 1 sty southwest apt 1r bathroom. , section '' ''

    May 5, 1989 · Apt 1R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective entrance 1 sty southwest apt 1r. , section '' ''

    May 5, 1989 · Apt 1R

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 18

  • 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 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 - 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 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report

    Mar 3, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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

    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 · 1

  • Class - 3

    Atoi observed shed-like wooden structure apx 160 sq feet on exp 1 front yard. structure exceeds shed construction requirements., obtain permit or restore premises to prior legal condition

    Oct 13, 2026 · Penalty $250

    Active

Complaints

No HPD complaints in our records

Complaint data is still being backfilled from NYC Open Data.

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Dec 24, 2025$642,395Rentals - walkup apartments6

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C2)
Year built
1931
Floors
3
Residential units
6
Building area
4,141 ft²
Lot area
2,807 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
314
Council district
40
Block / lot
5089 / 20
Assessed value
$330,300
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #307671, last renewed Apr 1, 1993.

Questions about 38 Martense Street

Who owns 38 Martense Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Mhany Mother Gaston Housing Development Fund Corp.

Does 38 Martense Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 74 housing violations at this property.

Is 38 Martense 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 38 Martense Street built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 38 Martense Street?

It has 6 residential units.

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