372 Baltic Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201

The 4-story, 8-unit Old Law Tenement building at 372 Baltic Street in Carroll Gardens, owned by Abe Cohen, has experienced significant maintenance and structural challenges in recent years. Most notably, the property has persistent rodent infestation issues, with multiple successful bait applications and documented rat activity throughout 2025.

The building has also faced recurring sanitary and maintenance problems, as evidenced by multiple HPD inspections in May 2025 for issues including pests, water leaks, damp spots, and problems with stairs and roof access points. Two HPD violations were issued regarding electrical and plaster conditions, with indications that these may require further attention. The property has several open Housing Maintenance Code violations from 2024, including a class C violation for a mouse infestation in apartment 2R, issues with apartment encumbrances in hallways, unfiled bedbug reports, water leak problems in apartment 2R, electrical wiring concerns in the basement, and various maintenance issues involving paint and plaster surfaces.

Historical records show an ECB violation from 2018 related to multiple systems including a defective code detector, water issues, and gas pipe support problems, though this appears to have been resolved with a penalty payment. Recent maintenance activity has focused primarily on addressing insect and rodent issues, with regular bait application continuing through 2025. The building's age (constructed in 1931) and its classification as an Old Law Tenement suggest that while some maintenance issues are typical for its age, the frequency and variety of recent complaints indicate ongoing challenges with building upkeep and resident comfort.