2253 Cropsey Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11214BBL 3-06449-0001Map
Owner of record: Stamen Cropsey LLC
2253 Cropsey Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1926 in Brooklyn, 11214. It has 44 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Stamen Cropsey LLC. HPD has recorded 470 housing violations here, most recently on September 28, 2026. 27 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 44 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2023.
- HPD violations
- 470
- DOB violations
- 15
- ECB violations
- 7
- HPD complaints
- 1,238
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
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 470
- CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''b'', 2nd from west at north
Sep 28, 2026 · Apt 8B
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at building front entrance door , 1st story, section ''b'', 2nd from west at north
Sep 28, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective intercom system from building front entrance to panel at west wall in the private hallway located at apt 8b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 14, 2026 · Apt 8B
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 8b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 14, 2026 · Apt 8B
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 8b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 14, 2026 · Apt 8B
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at gas range in the kitchen located at apt 8b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 14, 2026 · Apt 8B
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots at 2nd stak balcony at west at building front at fire escape, 2nd story
Jul 8, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose knob at entrance door in the entrance located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 4, 2026 · Apt 8B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective elictrical outlet and switch at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 4, 2026 · Apt 8B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective elictrical outlets at east, north and south walls in the kitchen located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 4, 2026 · Apt 8B
Closed — Violation closed
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- BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at floor in the entrance located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 4, 2026 · Apt 8B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 4, 2026 · Apt 8B
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective intercom system at main building entrance to intercom system at north wall at foyer in the foyer located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 4, 2026 · Apt 8B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 4, 2026 · Apt 8B
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color throughout all walls in the entire apartment located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 4, 2026 · Apt 8B
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice regarding rent stabilization law, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a conspicuous location within the common area at the buildings entrance. for more information about signage requirements, please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/required-signage.page
May 30, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Fire escape defective. properly secure drop ladder , at 1st stack from south at east at public hall
May 30, 2026
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.
May 1, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing kickstand door stop installed on west entrance door to laundry room, at cellar
Apr 14, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice regarding rent stabilization law, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a conspicuous location within the common area at the buildings entrance. for more information about signage requirements, please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/required-signage.page
Apr 14, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch set assembly at the front entrance door to building, , 1st story, section ''a-bldg''
Apr 14, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at the front entrance door to building, , 1st story, section ''a-bldg''
Apr 14, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set assembly at the front entrance to building, , 1st story, section ''b-bldg'', 1st from west at northwest
Apr 3, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective rubber gasket at lower refrigerator door, in the foyer located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''b-bldg'', 1st from west at northwest
Apr 3, 2026 · Apt 8B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective locking device assembly at the front entrance door to building, , 1st story, section ''b-bldg'', 1st from west at northwest
Apr 3, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 square feet at the painted window stiles of the window 1st from west at north, in the 1st room from east located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''b-bldg'', 1st from west at northwest original violation 18760530 issued 03-apr-26 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Apr 3, 2026 · Apt 8B
Open — Defect letter issued - ANon-hazardous
Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the visible mold at grout joints of the ceramic tiles at west and north walls around bathtub, in the bathroom located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''b-bldg''
Apr 3, 2026 · Apt 8B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective mechanical stopper at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''b-bldg''
Apr 3, 2026 · Apt 8B
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective mechanical stopper at washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''b-bldg''
Apr 3, 2026 · Apt 8B
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective intercom system from building front entrance to west wall panel, in the private hallway located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''b-bldg''
Apr 3, 2026 · Apt 8B
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated locks installed on entrance door at room with fire escape window, in the 4th room from east located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''b-bldg'', 1st from west at northwest
Apr 3, 2026 · Apt 8B
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the heat riser 1st from west at north, in the 4th room from east located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''b-bldg'', 1st from west at northwest
Apr 3, 2026 · Apt 8B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose escutcheon plate at the ceiling of the heat riser 1st from west at north, in the 1st room from east located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''b-bldg'', 1st from west at northwest
Apr 3, 2026 · Apt 8B
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the heat riser 1st from west at north, in the 1st room from east located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''b-bldg'', 1st from west at northwest
Apr 3, 2026 · Apt 8B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at the ceiling,north and west walls in the 1st room from east located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''b-bldg'', 1st from west at northwest
Apr 3, 2026 · Apt 8B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at east wall, in the kitchen located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''b-bldg'', 1st from west at northwest
Apr 3, 2026 · Apt 8B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing, in the entire apartment located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''b-bldg'', 1st from west at northwest
Apr 3, 2026 · Apt 8B
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''b-bldg'', 1st from west at northwest
Apr 3, 2026 · Apt 8B
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wood counter at sink cabinet at east wall, in the kitchen located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''b-bldg'', 1st from west at northwest
Apr 3, 2026 · Apt 8B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wood door frame at interior side of the apartnent door, in the entrance located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''b-bldg'', 1st from west at northwest
Apr 3, 2026 · Apt 8B
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the foyer located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''b-bldg'', 1st from west at northwest
Apr 3, 2026 · Apt 8B
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 square feet at the painted window stiles of the window 1st from west at north, in the 1st room from east located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''b-bldg'', 1st from west at northwest
Apr 3, 2026 · Apt 8B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light switch 1st from east at south, in the bathroom located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''b-bldg'', 1st from west at northwest
Apr 3, 2026 · Apt 8B
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice regarding rent stabilization law, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a conspicuous location within the common area at the buildings entrance. for more information about signage requirements, please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/required-signage.page
Apr 3, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges on door at entrance of boiler room at basement
Mar 28, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section at northeast
Mar 28, 2026 · Apt 8B
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section at northeast
Mar 28, 2026 · Apt 8B
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 8b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section at northeast
Mar 28, 2026 · Apt 8B
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch at building entrance door , section ''a''
Mar 20, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots at west 1 fire escape , 2nd story
Jan 14, 2026
Open — Invalid certification
DOB building violations · 15
- Failure to post energy grade/score none
Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3
Dec 1, 2021
Dob violation - active - Failure to post energy grade/score none
Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3
Apr 29, 2021
Dob violation - active - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Feb 2, 2021
Dob violation - active - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Nov 2, 2020
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, 2020
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, 2020
Dob violation - active - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Feb 2, 2020
Dob violation - active - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Nov 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
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
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- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report
Mar 3, 2015
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
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 · 7
- Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c of o @ time of inspection observed apt 4a located @ 1st fl level to have been illegally converted into a duplex apt w/ cellar level w/ access provided by interior
Nov 6, 2009 · Penalty $6,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/o a permit noted partitions erected to create an apt at the cellar level in the b bldg at above address with 3pc bathroom and full kitchen at front entrance supers apt exterior work was performed to
Oct 7, 2008 · Penalty $4,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Sec.28 misc miscellaneous violations noted storage room at the cellar level in the a bldg at above address is being used as a sleeping quarter with no windows natural or ventilation remedy: discontinue illegal
Oct 7, 2008 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to comply w/ an order of the comm to correct vio#34573717-r for work w/o permit @ the cellar installed partitions 3pc bath & kitchenw/ gas line w/o permits added 1 class a apt. remedy: comply w/ comm's
Aug 31, 2007 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Violation of parking regulations in a residential district r-5.noted:parked passenger vehicle-plate #ppe-6973 at rear yard of bldg.contrary to zoning regulations in residential district r-5.remedy:conform to
Apr 25, 2007 · Penalty $480
Resolve - Hazardous
Residence alt for occupancy as a dwelling nfor more then the legally approved of families.c of o # 40926 issued oct 7,1926 indicates bldg islegally approved for 44 families.bldg now alt for occupancy for 45 fam
Apr 11, 2007 · Penalty $3,050
Resolve - Hazardous
Work w/o a permit. work noted:floor to ceiling partitions erected at cellar creating one class"a"apt consist of bedrooms,living,dining room,kitchen w/ gas stove and 3pc bath rm( vanity,water closet,shower)
Apr 11, 2007 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Complaints
- Appliance
Electric/gas range
Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - Electric
No lighting
Jul 11, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Jul 8, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Safety
Fire escape
Jul 8, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
May 28, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
May 28, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
May 28, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
May 28, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
May 28, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
May 28, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close
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- Paint/plaster
Wall
May 28, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 28, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 28, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - General
Cabinet
May 28, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 28, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - Door/window
Door frame
May 28, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - Plumbing
Steam pipe/riser
May 28, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - Door/window
Window frame
May 28, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
May 28, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 25, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Apr 13, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 13, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 8, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 2, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 28, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 27, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Mar 26, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Mar 26, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - General
Cabinet
Mar 26, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - Electric
Lighting
Mar 26, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Mar 26, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 26, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 26, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Mar 26, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - Electric
No lighting
Mar 26, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Mar 26, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Mar 26, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 22, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 18, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 16, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 11, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Mar 6, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 6, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 3, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Feb 19, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Feb 19, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Feb 19, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Feb 19, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 19, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Feb 19, 2026 · Apt 8B
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C1)
- Year built
- 1926
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 44
- Building area
- 29,944 ft²
- Lot area
- 10,160 ft²
- Zoning
- R5
- Community board
- 311
- Council district
- 47
- Block / lot
- 6449 / 1
- Assessed value
- $1,533,150
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #334922, last renewed Apr 24, 2026.
Questions about 2253 Cropsey Avenue
Who owns 2253 Cropsey Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Stamen Cropsey LLC.
Does 2253 Cropsey Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 470 housing violations at this property.
Is 2253 Cropsey Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 44 rent-stabilized units here in 2023 (about 100% of its 44 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 2253 Cropsey Avenue built?
City records list 1926 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 2253 Cropsey Avenue?
It has 44 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.