557 Avenue Z
Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years, but our model still flags a rising risk of maintenance problems in the next 12 months. That forecast comes from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area, not from this building's own record — treat it as a reason to ask questions, not as evidence of a problem. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.
This building has 5 recorded HPD violations, at or below the Gravesend average of 7.6.
The bar and the rating point different ways because they measure different things: the bar counts HPD violations already on file, the rating forecasts the next 12 months.
Is 557 Avenue Z rent-stabilized?
Rent stabilization caps how much your rent can rise and protects your right to renew. Here's how this building scores on the four signals that usually point to it.
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Is 557 Avenue Z covered by Good Cause Eviction?
New York's Good Cause Eviction law (effective April 20, 2024) gives many market-rate tenants the right to renew their lease and challenge rent hikes above the annual local rent standard. It doesn't apply to every building.
Good Cause also excludes condos & co-ops, subsidized/regulated housing, and units renting above 245% of Fair Market Rent — signals we can't always confirm from public data. Not legal advice. Learn more at nyc.gov or call 311 for the Tenant Helpline.
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How 557 Avenue Z'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 2148 buildings in this neighborhood, 113 have a higher predicted risk. The band is relative to this neighborhood, so a share of every neighborhood falls in each colour.
in the next 12 months
What's driving this score
These are the three data points that most influenced this building's score — ranked by how much weight the model placed on each one.
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What's in the 557 Avenue Z report
| Total units | 120 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 6 |
| Year built | 1951 |
| Gross area | 97,440 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
Violations & complaints per year — solid line is historical record, dashed line is AI projection.
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557 Avenue Z 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/26/2026 | B | Original | § 27-2005, 2007 Adm Code And Dept. Rules And Regulations. Remove The Encumbrance Obstructing Egress From Fire Escapes Consisting Of Air Condition Unit Protruding More The 6 Inch At 2Nd Balcony From West At South Exterior Wall At Fire Escape, 5Th Story | Nov Certified On Time |
| 07/02/2026 | 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 At Compactor Closet Door At Public Hall, 6Th Story | Violation Closed |
| 11/20/2024 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Hmc: Properly Repair Or Replace The Broken Or Defective Latch Set At Compactor Closet, 6Th Story | Violation Dismissed |
| 11/20/2024 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Hmc: Properly Repair Or Replace The Broken Or Defective Latch Set At Trash Chute Hopper Door At Compactor Closet, 1St Story | Violation Dismissed |
| 11/20/2024 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Hmc: Properly Repair Or Replace The Broken Or Defective Latch Set At Compactor Closet, 1St Story | Violation Dismissed |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | BLDG |
| 07/21/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | BLDG |
| 07/07/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | BLDG |
| 07/03/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | BLDG |
| 07/03/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | BLDG |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 07/22/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 07/07/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Open |
| 07/04/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 07/03/2026 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/10/2023 | 3904813 | Closed | 6S | 05/12/2023 |
| 04/01/2023 | 3899450 | Closed | 6S | 04/10/2023 |
| 10/22/2020 | 3773935 | Closed | 2N | 10/22/2020 |
| 10/30/2019 | 3728010 | Closed | 6S | 01/07/2020 |
| 08/06/2019 | 3715349 | Closed | 59 | 08/13/2019 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/23/2024 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Earcx-Failure To Submit Eer None | Failure To Submit An Eer Per Ad. Code Sec. 28-308.4 - Multiple Years (2023) | |
| 02/22/2024 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Fispnrf-No Report And / Or Late Filing (Facade) Facade Required | Failed To File Fisp Cycle 9C Technical Report By 2/21/2024 | |
| 06/22/2023 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Earcx-Failure To Submit Eer None | Failure To Submit An Eer Per Ad. Code Sec. 28-308.4 In 2022 | |
| 06/02/2022 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Bench-Failure To Benchmark None | Failure To File Benchmarking Report Of Energy Use As Per Ad. Code Sec. 28-309.4 | 08/03/2022 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/08/2025 | 37034482H | Active | Failure To Submit An Acceptable Required Cycle 8C And 9C Report Of Critical Examination Documenting Condition Of Exterior Wall And Appurtenances Required By 28-302.4 For Control #914080. Agg1: Prior Nov 3702303 | $10,000 |
| 05/11/2023 | 39086076J | Resolve | Seals Missing From Governor. Misaligned Cab Mirror. Remove Unauthorized Equipment From Machine Room. | $625 |
| 05/11/2023 | 39086077L | Resolve | Misaligned Cab Mirror. Adjust Alarm Button. Remove Unauthorized Equipment From Machine Room. Unguarded And Inoperative Reverse Phase Relay. Current Cat One Date Missing. Play In Worm And Gear. | $0 |
| 10/19/2022 | 37023036Y | Active | Failure To Submit Acceptable Required Cycle 8C Report Of Critical Examination Documenting Condition Of Exterior Wall & Appurtenances Required By 28-302.4 For Control #814080.Agg1:Prior Nov 37018184J Under 28-30 | $3,125 |
| 02/13/2020 | 37018184J | Active | Failure To Submit An Acceptable Required Cycle 8C Report Of Critical Examination Documenting Condition Of Exterior Wall And Appurtenances Required By 28-302.4 For Control#814080. Remedy:Submit Acceptable Requir | $1,250 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/27/2023 | 008073 | 6J | Possession | David Smith |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/20/2005 | $0 | D1 | Ocean Parkway-South | 120 |
| 05/04/2004 | $329,000 | D1 | Ocean Parkway-South | 120 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/06/2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 12/16/2024 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 02/08/2024 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 12/29/2022 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 12/09/2021 | 2 | 2 | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 10/03/2024 | Initial | Passed |
| 03/09/2020 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/22/2022 | Initial Permit | General Construction | Floor Number(s) 001 through 006 | Brick Repointing, Lintel Replacement,Crack Repair,Metal Coping Replacement & Concrete Sill Replacement As Per Plans. No Change In Use, Egress Or Occupancy With This Application. | Signed-Off | 07/22/2022 |
| 07/06/2022 | Initial Permit | Construction Fence | Ground Floor | Fence Installation Of Plywood Fence As Per Plan. No Change In Use,Occupancy, Or Egress Under This Application. | Signed-Off | 07/06/2022 |
| 07/06/2022 | Initial Permit | Sidewalk Shed | Ground Floor | Proposed Installation Of Heavy Duty Sidewalk Shed Filed For Remedial Repairs As Per Plans. No Change In Use Occupancy Or Egress Under This Application. Live Load 300 Per Square Feet. Sidewalk Shed Shall Comply With Chapter # 33 Of The2014 Code. | Signed-Off | 07/06/2022 |
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