3971 Gouverneur Avenue
This building has a severe track record, and our model predicts major ongoing maintenance failures.
This building has 13 recorded HPD violations, at or below the Kingsbridge average of 99.0.
Is 3971 Gouverneur Avenue rent-stabilized?
Rent stabilization caps how much your rent can rise and protects your right to renew. Here's how this building scores on the four signals that usually point to it.
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How 3971 Gouverneur Avenue's risk score is calculated
We trained a model on 7 years of city inspection data — HPD violation filings, tenant complaints, and owner track records across their entire portfolio. It estimates the probability that HPD inspectors will find serious or dangerous violations at this address in the next 12 months. Lower % = safer.
What the score means for you
Out of 617 buildings in this neighborhood, 364 have a higher predicted risk.
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What's in the 3971 Gouverneur Avenue report
| Total units | 67 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 6 |
| Year built | 1928 |
| Gross area | 65,394 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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3971 Gouverneur Avenue event timeline
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What this is
Housing code violations issued by HPD against property conditions. Non-compliance with NYC's Housing Maintenance Code can result in violations and fines.
| Inspection Date | Class | Category | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/13/2026 | C | Original | § 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 Hmc, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) Mdl And 28 Rcny §25-171: Replace Or Repair The Self-Closing Doors That Is Missing Or Defective Fire Door At North ( Gets Stuck On Floor When Push All The Way Back ) At Public Hall, 2Nd Story | Violation Closed |
| 03/13/2026 | C | Original | § 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 Hmc, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) Mdl And 28 Rcny §25-171: Replace Or Repair The Self-Closing Doors That Is Missing Or Defective Fire Door At South ( Gets Stuck On Floor When Push All The Way Back ) At Public Hall, 4Th Story | Violation Closed |
| 03/22/2026 | A | Original | §27-2104(B) Hmc 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 | Nov Sent Out |
| 12/18/2025 | B | Original | § 67 M/D Law Post A Printed Scale Floor Plan Showing Means Of Egress, At Staircase And Elevator At 6Th Story, Missing At Public Hall | Violation Closed |
| 12/18/2025 | C | Original | § 27-2033 Adm Code 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 At Public Hall, 1St Story | Violation Closed |
What this is
Complaints filed with HPD about conditions violating the NYC Housing Maintenance Code or NY State Multiple Dwelling Law.
| Received | Category | Type | Status | Apartment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/29/2026 | Unsanitary Condition – Pests | Non Emergency | Close | 5J |
| 03/20/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | BLDG |
| 03/20/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | BLDG |
| 03/19/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | BLDG |
| 03/20/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | BLDG |
What this is
Service requests logged daily with the city through 311 and tracked to resolution. These are complaints that can be directed to specific city agencies.
| Created Date | Problem | Problem Detail | Agency Name | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/29/2026 | Unsanitary Condition | Pests | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 03/20/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 03/20/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 03/20/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 03/20/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
What this is
All complaints received by the Department of Buildings, including those from 311 and complaints entered directly by DOB staff.
| Filed | Number | Status | Category | Disposition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/03/2025 | 2411347 | Closed | 73 | 03/03/2025 |
| 10/27/2022 | 2354891 | Closed | 7G | 10/27/2022 |
| 09/20/2022 | 2352983 | Closed | 6X | 09/20/2022 |
What this is
Civil penalties and violation notices issued by the Department of Buildings for construction and building code violations.
| Issue Date | Category | Type | Description | Disposition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/14/2025 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Lblvio-Low Pressure Boiler Boiler Required | Violation Issued-Failure To File 2024 External Low Pressure Inspection | |
| 03/03/2025 | V-Dob Violation - Active | C-Construction Other Optional | Emergency Work Order Due To Cracked Brick/Missing Mortar Joints/Saggin G Lintels At Exp1 East.Cracked/Missing Mortar Joint Northeast Corner A T Parapet With Separation.Remedy:Immediately Take And Provide Safety M Easures To Secure And Protect The Public And Install Public Protection Exp1 East(Gouverneur Ave)Under Supervision Of A Nys Lic Professional | |
| 04/22/2023 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Earcx-Failure To Submit Eer None | Failure To Submit An Eer Per Ad. Code Sec. 28-308.4 In 2022 | 03/27/2024 |
What this is
Summonses and penalties adjudicated by OATH (Office of Administrative Trials & Hearings) and the Environmental Control Board. DOB enforcement cases that have been heard and decided.
| Issue Date | Violation # | Status | Description | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/29/2025 | 35717956K | Active | Failure To Maintain Exterior Building Facade And Appurtenances.Noted:Observed Missing Mortar At Joints At Exp 1(E.Elev).Also Observed Step Cracks At All Exposures.These Conditions Exist On Ecb Vio 35689991K Dat | $5,030 |
| 03/03/2025 | 35689991K | Active | Failure To Maintain Bldg Exterior Facade And Appurtenances. Note: At Time Of Inspection, I Observed Exp #1 East(1) Cracked Brick/Mortar Joints By Windows Multi Loc. (2)Deteriorated/Sagging Lintels Multi Loc. (3 | $5,030 |
| 03/03/2025 | 35689992M | Active | Failure To Provide Unobstructed Exit Passageways. Note: At Time Of Inspection, I Observed Exp #1 East, #4 North-Objects On Fire Escapes Multi Loc. Remedy: Remove All Objects From All Fire Escapes. | $1,280 |
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Executed eviction warrants in NYC from 2017-present. Records of completed residential and commercial evictions processed through housing court.
| Executed Date | Docket # | Apartment | Type | Marshal |
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Recorded real estate transactions and property sales. Public records of building transfers and changes in ownership.
| Sale Date | Price | Building Class | Neighborhood | Apartment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/27/2017 | $14,225,000 | D1 | Kingsbridge/Jerome Park |
What this is
Property owner reports of bedbug infestation status required by NYC law. Building owners must file annual reports on bedbug treatment and infestation history.
| Filing Date | Infested Units | Eradicated | Re-infested | Period End |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/22/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 12/02/2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 12/29/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 12/25/2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 12/26/2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2021 |
What this is
NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene rodent inspection results. Records of inspections for rat and rodent infestation signs.
| Inspection Date | Type | Result |
|---|
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Construction and demolition permits issued by the Department of Buildings. Required for legal building, construction, and demolition activities in NYC.
| Filing Date | Type | Work | Floor | Description | Status | Issued |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/20/2025 | Initial Permit | General Construction | Facade | The Scope Of Work Is Limited To The Repair Or Replacement Of Existing Exterior Facade Elements, No Change In Zoning, Egress, Or Schedule Of Occupancy. | Permit Issued | 11/20/2025 |
| 07/14/2025 | Renewal Permit With Changes | Sidewalk Shed | Open Space | Installation Of Temporary Heavy Duty Sidewalk Shed As Per Plans. No Change In Use, Egress Or Occupancy. Sidewalk Shed Shall Comply With Chapter #33 Of 2022 The Nyc Building Code. Live Load 300Psf. | Permit Issued | 07/14/2025 |
| 03/17/2025 | Initial Permit | Sidewalk Shed | Open Space | Installation Of Temporary Heavy Duty Sidewalk Shed As Per Plans. No Change In Use, Egress Or Occupancy. Sidewalk Shed Shall Comply With Chapter #33 Of 2022 The Nyc Building Code. Live Load 300Psf. | Permit Issued | 03/17/2025 |
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