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3751 18 Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11218BBL 3-05418-0012Map

Owner of record: Hecht, Hyman

3751 18 Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Brooklyn, 11218. It has 46 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Hecht, Hyman. HPD has recorded 434 housing violations here, most recently on August 9, 2026. 46 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
434
DOB violations
20
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
261

What to know

Concern
18 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Aug 9, 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

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 · 434

  • A

    § 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder shoe at 1st stack from east at south building front at fire escape

    Aug 9, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt b22, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 9, 2026 · Apt B22

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 12, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 12, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 12, 2026

    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 1, 2026

    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.

    Nov 19, 2025

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • A

    And dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint all balconies all stories front of building at fire escape

    Oct 19, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    § 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder at 1st stack from east at south at fire escape

    Oct 19, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes household items at 1st stack from east at south building front at fire escape, 3rd story

    Oct 19, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the building front yard

    Oct 19, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes household items at building front at east at fire escape, 3rd story

    Sep 24, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of rats and all underlying causes creating the pest infestations, by using integrated pest management (ipm), eliminate all burrow entry and passageways, pest nests, holes, gaps or cracks in walls, ceilings, floors, fixing leaks and managing garbage in public areas. evidence found at rat droppings at building front yard

    Sep 24, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of rats and all underlying causes creating the pest infestations, by using integrated pest management (ipm), eliminate all burrow entry and passageways, pest nests, holes, gaps or cracks in walls, ceilings, floors, fixing leaks and managing garbage in public areas. evidence found at burrows at building front at east yard

    Sep 24, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of cleaning supplies/strollers at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 24, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the garbage bags of household items at building front

    Sep 24, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinge at building front entrance

    Sep 24, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the discarded household items and air conditioner at public hall, 4th story, section at west

    Aug 27, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of discarded refrigerator with doors attached at public hall, 4th story, section at west

    Aug 27, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by performing activities necessary to abate tested lead-based paint from required window and/or door friction surfaces for apartment and make floors smooth and cleanable, positive lead-based paint in an apartment with a child under six located at apt b22, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at west

    Aug 18, 2025 · Apt B22

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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) baseboard at east wall, 1st closet from east at south wall door frame in the 1st room from east at south located at apt b22, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at west

    Aug 18, 2025 · Apt B22

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 closet from east at south wall door, 2nd closet from east at south wall door, 1st door frame from north at east wall in the private hallway located at apt b22, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at west

    Aug 18, 2025 · Apt B22

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 north at east wall, 1st window frame from west at north wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt b22, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at west

    Aug 18, 2025 · Apt B22

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard-paint that is xrf tested inconclusive for lead content at 0.5mg/cm2 and is presumed lead paint as set forth in (28 rcny §11-07(b)) and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface-using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door from east at south wall in the bathroom located at apt b22, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at west

    Aug 18, 2025 · Apt B22

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 east at south wall in the bathroom located at apt b22, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at west

    Aug 18, 2025 · Apt B22

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove all obstructions from water closet inoperable in the bathroom located at apt b22, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at west

    Aug 18, 2025 · Apt B22

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective spring balance at upper and lower sash,first window from south at west in the 1st room from east at south located at apt b22, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at west

    Aug 18, 2025 · Apt B22

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective window glass pane at lower sash, first window from south at west in the 1st room from east at south located at apt b22, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at west

    Aug 18, 2025 · Apt B22

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at north wall in the bathroom located at apt b22, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at west

    Aug 18, 2025 · Apt B22

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at 1st window frame from west at north wall in the bathroom located at apt b22, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at west

    Aug 18, 2025 · Apt B22

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at 1st window frame from west at north wall, 1st window frame from south at west wall in the kitchen located at apt b22, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at west

    Aug 18, 2025 · Apt B22

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at north wall in the bathroom located at apt b22, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at west original violation 18168171 issued 18-aug-25 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Aug 18, 2025 · Apt B22

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • 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 east at south wall in the kitchen located at apt b22, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at west

    Aug 18, 2025 · Apt B22

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard-paint that is xrf tested inconclusive for lead content at 0.5mg/cm2 and is presumed lead paint as set forth in (28 rcny §11-07(b)) and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface-using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) baseboard at south wall, baseboard at west wall, 1st closet from east at south wall door, 1st window frame from south at west wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt b22, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at west

    Aug 18, 2025 · Apt B22

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 = 4, wg to replace = 0, wg to repair = 0 in the entire apartment located at apt b22, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at west

    Aug 18, 2025 · Apt B22

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the kitchen located at apt b22, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at west

    Aug 18, 2025 · Apt B22

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation at 1st radiator from south at west wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt b22, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at west

    Aug 18, 2025 · Apt B22

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at 2nd closet from east at south wall door frame, 1st closet from east at south wall door frame, 1st closet from east at south wall wall in the private hallway located at apt b22, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at west

    Aug 18, 2025 · Apt B22

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling, north wall in the bathroom located at apt b22, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at west

    Aug 18, 2025 · Apt B22

    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.

    Jun 6, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by submitting required supporting documentation and affidavits for apartment located at apt a23, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south , 1st section from north at east

    May 29, 2025 · Apt A23

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by submitting required supporting documentation and affidavits for apartment located at apt b18, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south , 1st section from south at west

    May 29, 2025 · Apt B18

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by submitting required supporting documentation and affidavits for apartment located at apt b12, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north , 1st section from south at west

    May 29, 2025 · Apt B12

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by submitting required supporting documentation and affidavits for apartment located at apt b8, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west , 1st section from south at west

    May 29, 2025 · Apt B8

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by submitting required supporting documentation and affidavits for apartment located at apt b6, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north , 1st section from south at west

    May 29, 2025 · Apt B6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct failure to provide to the department within 45 days of demand all records required to be maintained by owner pursuant to local law 1 of 2004 related to lead-based paint notices, inspections and remediation/abatement activities.

    Apr 3, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct failure to notify occupants and/or to investigate lead-based paint hazards.

    Apr 3, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 in the 4th room from east located at apt a4, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 5, 2025 · Apt A4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 south at west wall, north wall in the private hallway located at apt a4, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 5, 2025 · Apt A4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard-paint that is xrf tested inconclusive for lead content at 0.5mg/cm2 and is presumed lead paint as set forth in (28 rcny §11-07(b)) 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 in the kitchen located at apt a4, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 5, 2025 · Apt A4

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 20

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report

    Nov 8, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Aug 2, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    May 2, 2019

    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 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    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

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 31, 2005

    Dob violation - active
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1994

    Dob violation - active
  • 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 - active

ECB violations · 2

  • Class - 2

    Residence altered for occupancy as a dwelling for more than the legally approved number of families.observed:apartment #a6(two bedroom legaluse)occupied as two sro's.observed four single beds.in front bedroom.

    Jun 19, 2017 · Penalty $600

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    50a flue pipe not poperly sealed to chimney oil burner need overhaul smoke 50c controll defective 50d peep hole glass dirty 50e clean out door missing on chimney base 50f pipe safety or relief discharge down 50

    Dec 2, 2009 · Penalty $250

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jul 11, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 24, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Nov 10, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Oct 23, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Oct 8, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Sep 22, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Aug 25, 2025 · Apt B22

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 25, 2025 · Apt B22

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Aug 25, 2025 · Apt B22

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Aug 11, 2025 · Apt B22

    Close
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  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Aug 11, 2025 · Apt B22

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Aug 11, 2025 · Apt B22

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 26, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 26, 2025 · Apt BUILDI

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 26, 2025 · Apt BUILDI

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 25, 2025 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 25, 2025 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Feb 25, 2025 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 25, 2025 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 23, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 7, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Radiator

    Sep 19, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 19, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 19, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 13, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 13, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Sep 3, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    May 17, 2024 · Apt B3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    May 17, 2024 · Apt B3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 29, 2024 · Apt B3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Feb 29, 2024 · Apt B3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Feb 29, 2024 · Apt B3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 28, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 24, 2024 · Apt B23

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 24, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 21, 2024 · Apt B23

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 16, 2024 · Apt A4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Oct 1, 2023 · Apt B3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Sewer

    Oct 1, 2023 · Apt B3

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Oct 1, 2023 · Apt B3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    Jul 11, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Jul 11, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jul 11, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jul 11, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jul 11, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 11, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 11, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    May 12, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    May 12, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    May 12, 2023 · Apt 5A

    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
1930
Floors
4
Residential units
46
Building area
36,400 ft²
Lot area
13,397 ft²
Zoning
R5
Community board
314
Council district
40
Block / lot
5418 / 12
Assessed value
$613,350
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #352892, last renewed Oct 20, 2021.

Questions about 3751 18 Avenue

Who owns 3751 18 Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Hecht, Hyman.

Does 3751 18 Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 434 housing violations at this property.

Is 3751 18 Avenue 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 3751 18 Avenue built?

City records list 1930 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 3751 18 Avenue?

It has 46 residential units.

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