1890 Ocean Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11230
1890 Ocean Avenue is a 27-unit, 4-story New Law tenement building located in Brooklyn's Midwood neighborhood, built in 1927 and currently owned by Fay Siegel. The building has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years, with the most recent cluster of problems occurring in May 2025, including pest infestations, plumbing issues (including toilet problems), water leaks, electrical issues (outlets/switches), and multiple heat/hot water complaints affecting both individual apartments and the entire building.
These violations, some marked as emergencies, highlighted ongoing maintenance challenges. The building also has a documented history of bedbug infestations, with five separate reporting periods between 2019 and 2024 showing varying numbers of affected units, including one confirmed infested unit in the most recent report (2024-2025). Previous inspection records from March 2024 revealed various violations, including mold in Apartment B7, heating system access issues, and problems with plastered surfaces and paint in multiple units.
The building has also faced structural and safety concerns, with a 2021 complaint about building shaking/vibrating and multiple Environmental Control Board violations regarding improperly supported air conditioning units. The property has a pattern of heating system issues, as evidenced by multiple emergency heat/hot water complaints in May 2025 and violations from March 2024. While some violations have been closed, including issues related to egress obstruction and security concerns, the building's maintenance history indicates persistent challenges with basic systems and pest control, requiring continued attention to resident comfort and safety.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 27 |
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Year built | 1927 |
Total area | 20024 sq ft |
Floors | 4 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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