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1903 Ocean Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11230BBL 3-07674-0030Map

Owner of record: First Ocean Realty Co LLC

1903 Ocean Avenue is an elevator apartment building built in 1926 in Brooklyn, 11230. It has 54 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is First Ocean Realty Co LLC. HPD has recorded 163 housing violations here, most recently on September 16, 2026. 10 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 41 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
163
DOB violations
17
ECB violations
14
HPD complaints
160

What to know

Concern
6 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Sep 16, 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
41
About 76% of the building's 54 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 · 163

  • A

    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

    Sep 16, 2026

    Open — Nov certified on time
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches at public hall, 6th story, section ''north''

    Sep 16, 2026

    Open — Violation will be reinspected
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items/shopping cart at public hall, 6th story, section ''north''

    Sep 16, 2026

    Open — Nov certified on time
  • A

    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

    Jun 20, 2026

    Open — Nov certified on time
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch at bulkhead door at north , 6th story

    Nov 17, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door leading to north yard. , 1st story, section ''north''

    Nov 17, 2025

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt f5, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 10, 2025 · Apt F5

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) throughout the public areas in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12.

    Nov 9, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide approved one-hour fire resistance rated self-closing door at all openings to public hall, other than apartment main entrance door fire door, at elevator bank , south section, north wall, at public hall, 6th story

    Nov 9, 2025

    Open — Certification postponment denied
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective gasket at refrigerator door in the kitchen located at apt 3d, 4th story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Jun 20, 2025 · Apt 3D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt f5, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 26, 2024 · Apt F5

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of uncapped gas pipe at the east wall in the kitchen located at apt b9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at south

    Jun 11, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wires at the north wall and ceiling in the kitchen located at apt b9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at south

    Jun 11, 2024 · Apt B9

    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 = 0, wg to replace = 0, wg to repair = 4 in the entire apartment located at apt b9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at south

    Jun 11, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the foyer , the 3rd room from east at north located at apt b9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at south

    Jun 11, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace the broken or defective missing sink at the north wall in the kitchen located at apt b9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at south

    Jun 11, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the north wall in the foyer located at apt b9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at south

    Jun 11, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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) ceiling, north wall, south wall, east wall, west wall in the kitchen located at apt b9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at south

    Jun 11, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective closet door in the foyer located at apt b9, 2nd story

    Jun 6, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of uncapped gas line at east wall in the kitchen located at apt b9, 2nd story

    Jun 6, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wires at east wall in the kitchen located at apt b9, 2nd story

    Jun 6, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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) east wall, west wall in the kitchen located at apt b9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at south

    Jun 6, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the foyer located at apt b9, 2nd story

    Jun 6, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at gas range in the kitchen located at apt b9, 2nd story

    Jun 6, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing base and wall cabinets in the kitchen located at apt b9, 2nd story

    Jun 6, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace the broken or defective missing sink in the kitchen located at apt b9, 2nd story

    Jun 6, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical outlet at west and north wall in the kitchen located at apt b9, 2nd story

    Jun 6, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall in the foyer located at apt b9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at south

    Jun 6, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color unkeyed plaster in danger of fallen approx 50 sq ft at ceiling, north wall, south wall in the kitchen located at apt b9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section at south

    Jun 6, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing base cabinet for sink in the kitchen located at apt b9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section at south

    Jun 5, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace the broken or defective sink in the kitchen located at apt b9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section at south

    Jun 5, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage to the ceiling and all walls in the kitchen located at apt b9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section at south

    Jun 5, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the private hallway located at apt b9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section ''south''

    May 12, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods at building front, southwest section, at fire escape

    May 12, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective spliced and loose aluminum door saddle at vestibule door east wall at public hall, 1st story

    May 12, 2024

    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 = 5, wg to replace = 0, wg to repair = 1 in the entire apartment located at apt b9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section ''south''

    May 12, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock at door to west wall in the foyer located at apt b9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section ''south''

    May 12, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wires at north wall in the kitchen located at apt b9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section ''south''

    May 12, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt b9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section ''south''

    May 12, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the foyer , the private hallway , the bathroom , the 3rd room from east at south, the 3rd room from east at north, the 2nd room from east at north located at apt b9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section ''south''

    May 12, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at ceiling light fixture and all electrical outlets in the kitchen located at apt b9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section ''south''

    May 12, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at stove in the kitchen located at apt b9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section ''south''

    May 12, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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) ceiling in the kitchen located at apt b9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section ''south''

    May 12, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wires at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt b9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section ''south''

    May 12, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective base cabinet and sink countertop at east wall in the kitchen located at apt b9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section ''south''

    May 12, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 2nd room from east at north located at apt b9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section ''south''

    May 12, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the foyer located at apt b9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section ''south''

    May 12, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall in the kitchen located at apt b9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section ''south''

    May 12, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the east wall, south wall, 1st window frame from east at south wall in the kitchen located at apt b9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section ''south''

    May 12, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the fire retardant materials plaster ceiling in the kitchen located at apt b9, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west , section ''south''

    May 12, 2024 · Apt B9

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 17

  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 22, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2016 inspection/test

    Sep 15, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst

    Jan 3, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 28, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 10, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 18, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 22, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 21, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 16, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 3, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jul 17, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 30, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Jan 6, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    (1)fuse controller properly-also on #1 repair or replace control board

    Jul 21, 1988

    Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 14

  • Class - 1

    Class 1 item: inoperative disc brake monitor (2.24.8.) class 2 item : unreadable controller fuses (nec 620). remove deceased animal from pit (nyc health code article 161). proivde in case of fire sign at baseme

    Jul 17, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Class 2 item: access to elevator machine room was not provided at time of inspection. required keys were not made available, preventing inspection and access to elevator equipment, in violation of asme a17.1-20

    Apr 21, 2026 · Penalty $3,125

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Class 1 item: inoperative rope gripper; parameter set to zero. class 2 items: adjust car door eccentrics. inoperative machine room ac/ventilation. car phone calls wrong contractor wwhen dialed. missing current

    Sep 16, 2025 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    70o02,08a01,56o02,16t07,39m07,77d06,16t07,100d06. 70- clean pit. 08-adjust leveling. 56- clean main machine. 16- number all hoistway doors. 39- covers missing car top. 77- properly secure wiring under car. 16-

    Oct 24, 2011 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    16m07.21m07.35m07.29q03.32h10.70o02.98bb05.08v01.11h11.40p16.16m vision panel guard 21m base interlock cover 35m elecrtical box cover car top 29q cover door operator 32h car guide side play 11h 6 fl button alar

    Sep 26, 2008 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    43h08.58h11.55y13.08v01.16b01. 43 regrove machine sheave 58 reline machine brake 55 seal oil leak at machine 08 adjust fl stop 16 adjust hoistway doors

    May 20, 2008 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg noted at rear yard excessive debris piled black garbage bags wood debri and roofing material debris 20ft long x 5 ft wide x 4 length remedy:maintain rear yard remove all debri

    Sep 30, 2004 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    8v,73o,50y,39h,74. repair leak in motor ceiling.

    Jan 14, 2000 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    11m7,28i12,50f11. 11-cover lights in car.

    May 12, 1999

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    10i11,17m7,25i11,28j1,30o2,31d6,33l9,35o2,50o2,57o2,75u5. -17 car vision panel missing, -25 place cover on door operator secure all wiring under car, top of car & motor room, -33 remove all non elev. material

    Oct 27, 1998

    Resolve
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  • Non-hazardous

    11q, 51o.

    Dec 14, 1994

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    47#,57o,01l

    Dec 29, 1992

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    11m,73o,74#,35p,14l,74(a)# #74 elev capacity plate (paint) #74(a) adjust floor stops

    May 7, 1992 · Penalty $75

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    02m,14l,21l,37r,28h,57o,#37 file or provide proof for new control board.

    May 28, 1991

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Oct 16, 2026 · Apt C8

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 8, 2026 · Apt F5

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 14, 2026 · Apt F5

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Mar 8, 2026 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 8, 2026 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 15, 2025 · Apt F5

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 8, 2025 · Apt F5

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 24, 2025 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 24, 2025 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Oct 24, 2025 · Apt 2F

    Close
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  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Oct 24, 2025 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 11, 2025 · Apt F5

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jun 7, 2025 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Dec 16, 2024 · Apt F5

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 16, 2024 · Apt F5

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 5, 2024 · Apt F5

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jul 29, 2024 · Apt C8

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Jun 5, 2024 · Apt B9

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jun 5, 2024 · Apt B9

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 5, 2024 · Apt B9

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jun 5, 2024 · Apt B9

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 11, 2024 · Apt B9

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    May 11, 2024 · Apt B9

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 11, 2024 · Apt B9

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    May 11, 2024 · Apt B9

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    May 11, 2024 · Apt B9

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 10, 2024 · Apt 6D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 7, 2024 · Apt A9

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 7, 2024 · Apt A9

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window pane

    May 1, 2024 · Apt B9

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    May 1, 2024 · Apt B9

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    May 1, 2024 · Apt B9

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Apr 30, 2024 · Apt B9

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Apr 30, 2024 · Apt B9

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Apr 30, 2024 · Apt B9

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roof door/hatch

    Apr 30, 2024 · Apt B9

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Apr 30, 2024 · Apt B9

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Apr 30, 2024 · Apt B9

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 30, 2024 · Apt B9

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Apr 30, 2024 · Apt B9

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Apr 30, 2024 · Apt B9

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window pane

    Apr 30, 2024 · Apt B9

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Apr 30, 2024 · Apt B9

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 9, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Apr 9, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Apr 9, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Apr 9, 2024 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window pane

    Apr 9, 2024 · 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
Elevator apartment building (D1)
Year built
1926
Floors
6
Residential units
54
Building area
46,000 ft²
Lot area
11,000 ft²
Zoning
R7A
Community board
314
Council district
48
Block / lot
7674 / 30
Assessed value
$2,230,200
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #300949, last renewed Sep 5, 2025.

Questions about 1903 Ocean Avenue

Who owns 1903 Ocean Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is First Ocean Realty Co LLC.

Does 1903 Ocean Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 163 housing violations at this property.

Is 1903 Ocean Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 41 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 76% of its 54 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 1903 Ocean Avenue built?

City records list 1926 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 1903 Ocean Avenue?

It has 54 residential units.

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