1208 Nostrand Avenue
This building has a severe track record, and our model predicts major ongoing maintenance failures.
This building has 77 recorded HPD violations, above the Prospect-Lefferts Gardens average of 50.1.
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How 1208 Nostrand 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 838 buildings in this neighborhood, 176 have a higher predicted risk.
violations
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(10+)
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What's in the 1208 Nostrand Avenue report
| Total units | 7 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 4 |
| Year built | 1931 |
| Gross area | 5,946 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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1208 Nostrand Avenue event timeline
Violations, complaints, fines, and permits — the most recent records on file, in order.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/17/2026 | 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 Hinges In The Entrance Located At Apt 3R, 3Rd Story, 1St Apartment From South At West | Violation Closed |
| 05/17/2026 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Properly Repair With Similar Material The Broken Or Defective Reglaze Bathtub In The Bathroom Located At Apt 3R, 3Rd Story, 1St Apartment From South At West | Civ14 Mailed |
| 05/17/2026 | C | Original | Hmc Adm Code: § 27-2017.4 Abate The Infestation Consisting Of Mice In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 3R, 3Rd Story, 1St Apartment From South At West | Notice Of Issuance Sent To Tenant |
| 05/05/2026 | A | Original | (A) § Hmc:File Annual Bedbug Report In Accordance With Hpd Rule As Described On The Back Of This Notice Of Violation Or As Described On HpdS Website, Www.Nyc.Gov\Hpd, Search Bed Bugs. | Violation Dismissed |
| 03/03/2026 | C | Original | § 27-2029 Adm Code Provide An Adequate Supply Of Heat For The Apartment In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 1R, 1St Story, 1St Apartment From South At West | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/13/2026 | Unsanitary Condition – Mold | Emergency | Close | 3R |
| 05/13/2026 | Appliance – Refrigerator | Non Emergency | Close | 3R |
| 05/13/2026 | Safety – Smoke Detector | Emergency | Close | 3R |
| 03/10/2026 | Water Leak – Slow Leak | Non Emergency | Close | 1R |
| 02/27/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | 1R |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/13/2026 | Unsanitary Condition | Mold | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 05/13/2026 | Appliance | Refrigerator | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 05/13/2026 | Safety | Smoke Detector | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 03/11/2026 | Water Leak | Slow Leak | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 02/27/2026 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/23/2026 | 3A54324 | Closed | 7J | 03/24/2026 |
| 06/13/2023 | 3909359 | Closed | 1X | 06/14/2023 |
| 06/12/2023 | 3909097 | Closed | 30 | 08/28/2024 |
| 12/04/2022 | 3884559 | Closed | 58 | 12/06/2022 |
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 | |
| 09/23/2024 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Lblvio-Low Pressure Boiler Boiler Required | Violation Issued-Failure To File 2023 External Low Pressure Inspection | |
| 07/15/2023 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Compbld-Structurally Compromised Building None | Failure To Submit An Acceptable Inspectn Rpt For Structurally Compromised Bldg. | 04/12/2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/06/2022 | 39075110K | Resolve | Boiler Room Notice Not Posted In Lobby & Entrance Door To Boiler Room,Per Nys Housing Maintence Code (Hmc) 272033 | $250 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/02/2015 | $2,200,000 | C7 | Flatbush-Lefferts Garden | |
| 09/29/2015 | $0 | C7 | Flatbush-Lefferts Garden | |
| 01/14/2004 | $0 | C7 | Flatbush-Lefferts Garden |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/06/2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 01/09/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 12/27/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 12/08/2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 12/01/2021 | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 07/17/2024 | Initial | Passed |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/06/2023 | Initial Permit | Plumbing | Cellar, Floor Number(s) 001 through 004 | Installation, Replacement And Removal Of Plumbing Fixtures As Shown On Plans Filed Herewith. | Signed-Off | 12/06/2023 |
| 11/06/2023 | Initial Permit | General Construction | Cellar, Floor Number(s) 001 through 004 | Interior Renovation As Shown On Plans Filed Herewith. | Signed-Off | 11/06/2023 |
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