1231 Ovington Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11219BBL 3-05767-0074Map
Owner of record: 1231 Ovington Ave Realty Corp.
1231 Ovington Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11219. It has 16 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 1231 Ovington Ave Realty Corp.. HPD has recorded 44 housing violations here, most recently on October 20, 2025. 28 of the 44 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 16 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 44
- DOB violations
- 4
- ECB violations
- 2
- HPD complaints
- 73
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 · 44
- BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes airconditioning unit protruding beyond window sill more than 4.5 inches at west window at building front at fire escape, 2nd story
Oct 20, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch at vestibule
Oct 20, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass pane at building entrance door
Oct 20, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at building entrance
Oct 20, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges leading to west yard at public hall, 1st story
Oct 20, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock at door to fire escape window in the 1st room from north located at apt c4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 9, 2025 · Apt C4
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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 10, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at north window frame (approx 1 sq ft) in the bathroom located at apt c4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 11, 2024 · Apt C4
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at north window frame (approx 1 sq ft) in the bathroom located at apt c4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east original violation 16850547 issued 11-apr-24 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Apr 11, 2024 · Apt C4
Open — Defect letter issued - ANon-hazardous
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 11, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated lock at entrance door to building at public hall, 1st story
Apr 11, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department north wall at intermidiate landing between 2nd & 3rd sty at public hall
Apr 11, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant north wall at intermidiate landing between 2nd & 3rd sty at public hall
Apr 11, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking around bathtub in the bathroom located at apt c4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 11, 2024 · Apt C4
Open — Nov sent out - IInformation / order
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 21, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 24, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 19, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 14, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt c4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 20, 2015 · Apt C4
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling in the kitchen located at apt c4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 20, 2015 · Apt C4
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated lock installed at front building door
May 2, 2015
Open — Nov sent out - IInformation / order
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 24, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
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, light fixture present
Nov 16, 2014
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt c1, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 27, 2011 · Apt C1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective woonen floor in the 2nd room from east located at apt c1, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 27, 2011 · Apt C1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of bedbugs located at apt c1, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 27, 2011 · Apt C1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt d2, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Mar 16, 2011 · Apt D2
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 4th room from east, the foyer , the private hallway , the bathroom , the kitchen , the 2nd room from east located at apt d2, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Mar 16, 2011 · Apt D2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of bedbugs in the entire apartment located at apt d2, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Mar 16, 2011 · Apt D2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches in the entire apartment located at apt b4, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 16, 2008 · Apt B4
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate ... in the entire apartment located at apt b4, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 16, 2008 · Apt B4
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt b4, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 16, 2008 · Apt B4
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective east wall cabinet in the kitchen located at apt b4, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 16, 2008 · Apt B4
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Provide a peep hole in entrance door of the dwelling unit so located so as to permit a person inside the dwelling to view any person outside entrance door ... in the entrance located at apt b4, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 16, 2008 · Apt B4
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective vestibule door frame, at public hall, 1st story
Jan 16, 2008
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective glass pane [1lite] at upper window sash in the kitchen located at apt b4, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 16, 2008 · Apt B4
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance at upper window sash in the kitchen located at apt b4, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 16, 2008 · Apt B4
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls and ceilings in the entire apartment located at apt a4, 1st story, apartment at north
Apr 4, 2007 · Apt A4
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at the sink in the kitchen located at apt a4, 1st story, apartment at north
Apr 4, 2007 · Apt A4
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Section 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration concret wall constructed in rear yard creating garage area.
Jul 23, 1998
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 4
- 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
Feb 7, 2000
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 16, 1993
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 2
- Class - 3
Work w/o a permit. work noted approx 7' curb created on the east end of lot. remedy; obtain permits & approvals if feasible or restore premises to prior legal condition.
Aug 12, 2009
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Illegal use in a residential district. note storing paint cans, ladders, scaffolding & other painting supplies & equipment in cellar, approx 200 gallons of full paint gallons. remedy: discontinue illegal use
Feb 22, 1991
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 23, 2026 · Apt C4
Open - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 20, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Open - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 20, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Open - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 17, 2025 · Apt D3
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 13, 2024 · Apt D1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 5, 2024 · Apt C4
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
May 9, 2015 · Apt C4
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 9, 2015 · Apt C4
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 9, 2015 · Apt C4
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 9, 2015 · Apt C4
Close
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- Water leak
Heavy flow
Apr 25, 2015 · Apt C4
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 12, 2011 · Apt 2A
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Oct 12, 2011 · Apt 2A
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Oct 12, 2011 · Apt 2A
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Oct 12, 2011 · Apt 2A
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Oct 12, 2011 · Apt 2A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 12, 2011 · Apt 2A
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Oct 12, 2011 · Apt 2A
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Oct 12, 2011 · Apt 2A
Close - General
Floor
Oct 12, 2011 · Apt 2A
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Oct 12, 2011 · Apt 2A
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Oct 12, 2011 · Apt 2A
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Oct 12, 2011 · Apt 2A
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Apr 30, 2011 · Apt C1
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Apr 30, 2011 · Apt C1
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Apr 26, 2011 · Apt C2
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Apr 26, 2011 · Apt C2
Close - General
Floor
Apr 23, 2011 · Apt C1
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Apr 23, 2011 · Apt C1
Close - General
Floor
Apr 23, 2011 · Apt C1
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Apr 23, 2011 · Apt C1
Close - General
Floor
Mar 10, 2011 · Apt D2
Close - General
Floor
Mar 10, 2011 · Apt D2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 19, 2010 · Apt A2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 27, 2008 · Apt B4
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 23, 2008 · Apt B4
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 19, 2008 · Apt B4
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 10, 2008 · Apt B4
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 8, 2008 · Apt B4
Close - General
Doors
Feb 8, 2008 · Apt B4
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 29, 2008 · Apt B4
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 24, 2008 · Apt B4
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 23, 2008 · Apt B4
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 23, 2008 · Apt B4
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 22, 2008 · Apt B4
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Jan 18, 2008 · Apt B4
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 17, 2008 · Apt B4
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 15, 2008 · Apt B4
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 15, 2008 · Apt B4
Close - General
Windows
Jan 11, 2008 · Apt B4
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C1)
- Year built
- 1931
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 16
- Building area
- 12,288 ft²
- Lot area
- 5,487 ft²
- Zoning
- R4-1
- Community board
- 310
- Council district
- 43
- Block / lot
- 5767 / 74
- Assessed value
- $408,600
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #310166, last renewed Oct 9, 2025.
Questions about 1231 Ovington Avenue
Who owns 1231 Ovington Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 1231 Ovington Ave Realty Corp..
Does 1231 Ovington Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 44 housing violations at this property.
Is 1231 Ovington Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 16 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 16 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 1231 Ovington Avenue built?
City records list 1931 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 1231 Ovington Avenue?
It has 16 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.