642 Myrtle Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11205

The 2-family house at 642 Myrtle Avenue in Bedford-Stuyvesant, owned by Moses Karpen, has experienced several maintenance issues over the past few years, most notably between late 2023 and 2024. The most recent complaints, from August 2024, involved door issues that were ultimately inspected but no violations were found.

November 2023 was particularly problematic, with multiple emergencies including inadequate heat and hot water (for which a violation was ultimately issued), significant water leaks (both heavy flow and slow), and mold problems. Additional concerns during this period included a malfunctioning refrigerator. The building's history also shows persistent plumbing and water-related issues, with similar problems documented in February 2019 including multiple water leaks, plumbing concerns, and window frame issues, all of which required emergency attention.

Prior to these recent issues, the property had a notable rodent problem in 2022, with several rat sighting complaints filed between April and November of that year, all referring to the same underlying infestation according to DOHMH records. While most recent complaints have been addressed promptly through HPD investigations, with no violations issued in several cases, the pattern of plumbing and heating issues suggests ongoing challenges with building systems. The structure, constructed in 1957 and consisting of two stories, has experienced various maintenance challenges typical of older buildings, though the clustering of recent complaints in late 2023 and 2024 indicates a particularly active period of reported issues.