189 Newport Street, Brooklyn, NY 11212

The three-story, three-unit building at 189 Newport Street in Brownsville, owned by Aboubacar Tounkara, was constructed in 2003 and has experienced several maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, in August 2023, the third apartment (APT 3) received multiple violations requiring attention to unsanitary conditions, specifically pest infestations (roaches and mice), along with various maintenance issues including problems with flooring, walls, ceilings, doors, and electrical outlets.

These violations were subsequently certified as addressed by September 15, 2023, though they highlighted significant maintenance needs including floor tile repairs, ceiling plaster and paint work, and GFCI outlet repairs. Historically, the building has maintained an active record of inspections and complaints, including a 2019 incident involving mold.

However, recent bedbug reports from 2020 through 2025 show consistently zero reported infestations, suggesting effective pest management in this regard. The building's maintenance history indicates periodic issues with both general maintenance and pest control, with the most recent violations in 2023 representing the most concentrated cluster of complaints in recent years. While there have been multiple violations and service requests, most recent inspections have shown these issues being addressed, though prospective tenants should note the building's recurring maintenance challenges through its relatively short history.