1697 Ralph Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11236
BBL 3079800014 (Borough 3, Block 7980, Lot 14) · BIN 3223376 · Last updated: · Canarsie · ZIP 11236
Also recorded in city data as: 1709 Ralph Ave · 1701 Ralph Ave · 1703 Ralph Ave · 1705 Ralph Ave · 1697 1711 Ralph Ave
Summary · as of November 6, 2026
1697 Ralph Avenue (Brooklyn, NY 11236; tax lot BBL 3079800014) is a store building (building class K1: store building (subtype K1)), built around 1950, on a 11,180 sq ft lot zoned R5B. City tax records list the owner as 1697-1711 RALPH AVENUE,. The Department of Finance's final market value for tax year 2027 is $1,021,000. As of November 6, 2026 (limited by DOB Job Application Filings (BIS); other open-item sources were confirmed later), NYC Open Data shows four DOB jobs with a permit issued but no sign-off, one active ECB violation and seven OATH tickets with an unpaid balance. There were 53 311 requests in the past 12 months and no HPD complaints since 2019. (Source: NYC Open Data — DOB, HPD, OATH, DOF, DCP and ACRIS datasets — compiled by NYC Property Facts.)
- Owner of record
- 1697-1711 RALPH AVENUE,
- Building class
- K1 · Store building
- Year built · units
- 1950 · 0 res.
- Lot area · zoning
- 11,180 sq ft · R5B
- Market value (DOF)
- $1,021,000 FY2027
- Last priced deed
- —
- BBL
- 3079800014
- BIN
- 3223376
- 4Open DOB jobs (permit issued, no sign-off)
- 0Active DOB violations
- 1Active ECB violations
- 0Open HPD violations
- 7OATH tickets with unpaid balance
How to cite: NYC Property Facts, “1697 Ralph Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11236 (BBL 3079800014)”, data as of 2026-11-06, https://nycpropertyfacts.com/ny/brooklyn/1697-ralph-avenue-3079800014. Source: NYC Open Data.
Lot & building
Basic facts about the tax lot and building from the city’s PLUTO database.
- Owner (as listed by the city)
- 1697-1711 RALPH AVENUE,The owner name on the city’s tax records. It can lag behind recent sales and is often an LLC.
- Building class
- K1 – Store building (subtype K1)The Department of Finance’s category for what kind of building this is.
- Land use
- Commercial & officeCity Planning’s broad category of how the lot is used.
- Year built
- 1950Often an estimate for older buildings. Major alteration recorded: 2006, 2009.
- Floors
- 1
- Units
- 0 residential / 6 totalResidential units are apartments; total includes stores and offices.
- Buildings on lot
- 1
- Lot size
- 11,180 sq ft (120 ft × 100 ft)
- Building floor area
- 6,975 sq ft (incl. 6,975 sq ft commercial)
- Zoning
- R5B, C1-3The zoning district sets what can be built and used here. Residential district; the overlay (C1/C2…) allows local retail on residential blocks.
- Built vs. allowed density (FAR)
- 0.62 built / 1.50 max residentialFloor Area Ratio = building floor area ÷ lot area. If built FAR is below the maximum, zoning may allow more floor area (other rules apply).
- Identifiers
- BBL 3079800014 (Borough 3, Block 7980, Lot 14) · BIN 3223376BBL identifies the tax lot; BIN identifies each building (from DOB/HPD/footprint records).
Agency lookups: DOB BIS · ZoLa (zoning map) · ACRIS
Source: PLUTO (Dept. of City Planning) — city dataset updated 2026-08-24; last loaded 2026-11-07; Building Footprints — city dataset updated 2026-10-25; last loaded 2026-11-01
Tax assessment
How the Department of Finance values this lot for property tax.
- Market value (tax year 2027, final roll)
- $1,021,000The Department of Finance’s estimate of value for tax purposes. It is not an appraisal and is often far from the sale price.
- Assessed value
- $459,450The portion of market value that taxes are calculated on (capped by law for small homes).
- Taxable value (final)
- $454,680Assessed value minus any exemptions.
- Tax class
- Tax class 4 – commercial / industrial
| Tax year | Roll | Market value | Assessed value | Tax class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Final | $1,021,000 | $459,450 | 4 |
| 2026 | Final | $1,072,000 | $482,400 | 4 |
| 2025 | Final | $960,000 | $432,000 | 4 |
Source: DOF Property Valuation and Assessment Data — city dataset updated 2026-09-14; last loaded 2026-11-07
Sales & deed history 6
Deeds recorded with the City Register (ACRIS). A deed transfers ownership. A $0 or very low price usually means a transfer between related parties, an estate, or a refinance-related transfer, not a market sale. This is not a title search; mortgages, liens and other documents are not shown.
| Date | Type | Price | Seller (grantor) | Buyer (grantee) | Doc ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003-05-29 | DEED | $0 / not stated | Palumbo, Dominick | 1697-1711 Ralph Avenue, Llc | 2003082100422002 |
| 2003-04-30 | DEED | $0 / not stated | Palumbo, Maria; Palumbo, Dominick | Palumbo, Dominick | 2003082100422001 |
| 1992-01-23 | DEED | $0 / not stated | Palumbo, Dominick | Palumbo, Maria; Palumbo, Dominick | FT_3630001663363 |
| 1991-07-02 | DEED | $0 / not stated | 1697 Ralph Ave Rltyasc | Palumbo, Dominick | FT_3260001629726 |
| 1988-12-16 | DEED | $0 / not stated | Hy Friedman Inc | 1697 Ralph Ave Rltyasso | FT_3710001422171 |
| 1973-04-25 | DEED | $0 / not stated | Elkin Mary; Elkin Joseph J Decd Party Executors Of | Hy Friedman Inc | BK_7330062800915 |
Source: ACRIS Real Property Master — city dataset updated 2026-10-08; last loaded 2026-11-07; ACRIS Real Property Legals — city dataset updated 2026-10-08; last loaded 2026-11-07; ACRIS Real Property Parties — city dataset updated 2026-10-08; last loaded 2026-11-07
DOB job filings 4 open of 8
A “job” is an application to the Department of Buildings to do construction work. A job marked Permitted, not signed off had a work permit issued but the city has no record of final sign-off (inspection/completion). Old jobs left in this state are common and appear in buyer and lender due diligence; the work may or may not have been done.
| Status | Job # | Type | Filed | Est. cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Permitted, not signed off PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK · 2013-06-06 | 320864169 BIS | A2 – Alteration with multiple work types (no change to use/occupancy) | 2013-06-03 | $20,000 |
| Permitted, not signed off PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK · 1993-06-28 | 300230596 BIS | A2 – Alteration with multiple work types (no change to use/occupancy) | 1993-02-17 | $5,000 |
| Permitted, not signed off PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK · 1992-03-26 | 300156140 BIS | A2 – Alteration with multiple work types (no change to use/occupancy) | 1992-02-24 | $1,800 |
| Permitted, not signed off PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK · 1992-01-31 | 300124014 BIS | A2 – Alteration with multiple work types (no change to use/occupancy) | 1991-09-12 | $10,000 |
| Not open SIGNED OFF · 2007-08-09 | 302360512 BIS | A2 – Alteration with multiple work types (no change to use/occupancy) | 2007-07-12 | $25,000 |
| Not open SIGNED OFF · 2006-10-02 | 301800175 BIS | A2 – Alteration with multiple work types (no change to use/occupancy) | 2004-03-26 | $50,000 |
| Not open SIGNED OFF · 2013-01-11 | 300623742 BIS | A2 – Alteration with multiple work types (no change to use/occupancy) | 1997-03-20 | $2,500 |
| Not open SIGNED OFF · 2013-01-24 | 300623751 BIS | A1 – Major alteration (changes use, egress or occupancy) | 1997-03-20 | $20,000 |
Source: DOB NOW: Build – Job Application Filings — city dataset updated 2026-11-06; last loaded 2026-11-07; DOB Job Application Filings (BIS) — city dataset updated 2026-11-05; last loaded 2026-11-06; a later sync attempt failed on 2026-11-07; showing the last successful load
Work permits 15
Individual permits issued under DOB jobs (one job can have several permits, e.g. plumbing and construction). Permit expiration alone does not mean the job was completed or signed off.
| Issued | Expires | Job # | Work | Permit status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013-06-06 | 2014-04-19 | 320864169 BIS | Equipment work / Other / general construction | ISSUED (initial) |
| 2013-06-05 | 2014-04-19 | 320864169 BIS | Equipment work / Mechanical/HVAC | ISSUED (initial) |
| 2007-07-25 | 2007-08-30 | 302360512 BIS | Equipment work / Mechanical/HVAC | ISSUED (initial) |
| 2004-05-07 | 2005-05-07 | 301800175 BIS | Plumbing / Plumbing | ISSUED (initial) |
| 2004-04-27 | 2004-09-04 | 301800175 BIS | Equipment work / Other / general construction | ISSUED (initial) |
| 2004-04-27 | 2004-09-04 | 301800175 BIS | Equipment work / Mechanical/HVAC | ISSUED (initial) |
| 1999-07-22 | 2000-07-22 | 300623751 BIS | Plumbing / Plumbing | RE-ISSUED (initial) |
| 1997-06-24 | 1998-06-24 | 300623751 BIS | Alteration | ISSUED (initial) |
| 1993-06-28 | 1994-02-14 | 300230596 BIS | Equipment work / Mechanical/HVAC | ISSUED (initial) |
| 1993-06-28 | 1994-02-14 | 300230596 BIS | Equipment work / Mechanical/HVAC | ISSUED (initial) |
| 1992-03-26 | 1992-05-01 | 300156140 BIS | Plumbing / Plumbing | ISSUED (initial) |
| 1992-03-13 | 1992-03-23 | 300156140 BIS | Equipment work / Fire suppression | ISSUED (initial) |
Showing 12 of 15 records. The API and the source dataset have the full list.
Source: DOB NOW: Build – Approved Permits — city dataset updated 2026-11-06; last loaded 2026-11-07; DOB Permit Issuance (BIS) — city dataset updated 2026-11-07; last loaded 2026-11-07
DOB violations 0 active of 0
Violations issued by the Department of Buildings for building-code or zoning conditions. Active means DOB has not recorded the violation as resolved or dismissed. Many active DOB violations are old (e.g. elevator or boiler inspection paperwork).
No records found in this dataset for this lot.
Source: DOB Violations — city dataset updated 2026-11-06; last loaded 2026-11-07
ECB violations (DOB) 1 active of 2
DOB violations that go to a hearing at OATH (formerly the Environmental Control Board) and can carry fines. Active or Resolved follows the DOB violation status field. The hearing status is about the hearing and its penalty: written off means the city stopped collecting the fine, not that the condition was corrected. A balance due is a fine the city says is unpaid.
| Status | Issued | Severity | What it was for | Penalty / paid / balance | ECB # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Active Hearing: IN VIOLATION · Certification: NO COMPLIANCE RECORDED | 2003-04-04 | Non-Hazardous | ALTERED BLDG OCCUPIED W/O VALID CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY NOTED AT INSPTEMP C/O # 300623751 004 ISSUED 9/24/02 EXPIRED 12/24/02 REMEDY : OBTAIN VALID C OF O | $180 / $180 / $0 | 34390629P |
| Resolved Hearing: CURED/IN-VIO · Certification: CURE ACCEPTED | 2013-04-30 | CLASS - 2 | WORK W/O A PERMIT:WORK NOTED: REMOVING PARTITIONS SUBDIVIDING TWO STORES, CREATING 1 STORE, INSTALLED ROLLDOWN GATES AT FRONT OF PREMISES.INSTALLED NEW STORE FRONTS AND ENTRY DOOR WITHOUT PLANS PERMITS OR APPRO | $0 / $0 / $0 | 35015355Z |
Source: DOB ECB Violations — city dataset updated 2026-11-06; last loaded 2026-11-07
OATH tickets (all agencies) 7 unpaid of 69
Summonses heard at the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings, from agencies like Sanitation, Buildings, Fire and Health, linked to this lot’s block and lot. Default means the respondent did not appear at the hearing, which typically results in the maximum penalty. Tickets may be issued to tenants or businesses at the address, not just the owner. DOB ECB tickets appear here too.
| Status | Date | Agency | Charge | Respondent | Imposed / paid / balance | Ticket # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unpaid balance Default DOCKETED · DEFAULTED | 2022-12-22 | Dos - Enforcement Agents | FAILURE TO CLEAN 18 INCHES INTO STREET | ALPHA MANAGEMENT SERVICE INC | $300 / $0 / $300 | 047687708M |
| Unpaid balance Default DOCKETED · DEFAULTED | 2022-11-19 | Dos - Enforcement Agents | FAILURE TO CLEAN 18 INCHES INTO STREET | PF EMPIRE HOLDINGS INC | $300 / $0 / $300 | 047640170L |
| Unpaid balance Default DOCKETED · DEFAULTED | 2022-02-18 | Fire Department Of Nyc | PERMITS | YUBER BEAUTY SUPPLY | $1,000 / $0 / $1,000 | 011785405H |
| Unpaid balance Default DOCKETED · DEFAULTED | 2019-09-16 | Sanitation Others | FAILURE TO CLEAN 18 INCHES INTO STREET | TRIBOROUGH MEDICAL URGENT | $300 / $0 / $300 | 0208515726 |
| Unpaid balance Default DOCKETED · DEFAULTED | 2018-09-24 | Dos - Enforcement Agents | FAILURE TO CLEAN 18 INCHES INTO STREET | TRIBOROUGH MEDICAL URGENT CARE | $300 / $70 / $230 | 044435368P |
| Unpaid balance Default DEFAULTED · DEFAULTED | 2017-10-21 | Police Department | OPEN CONTAINER CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOL ON STREETS | COMPTON | $25 / $0 / $25 | 0199841153 |
| Unpaid balance Default DEFAULTED · DEFAULTED | 2017-08-13 | Police Department | OPEN CONTAINER CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOL ON STREETS | MCINTYRE | $25 / $0 / $25 | 0199844087 |
| No balance due Default PAID IN FULL · DEFAULTED | 2022-12-22 | Dos - Enforcement Agents | FAILURE TO CLEAN 18 INCHES INTO STREET | YUBER BEAUTY SUPPLY | $80 / $80 / $0 | 047687709Y |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL · IN VIOLATION | 2021-07-27 | Fire Department Of Nyc | INSPECTION AND TESTING | NAHSHAL DELI GROCERY CORP | $600 / $607 / $0 | 011759404R |
| No balance due HEARING COMPLETED · IN VIOLATION | 2020-07-29 | Fire Department Of Nyc | RECORDKEEPING | PF EMPIRE HOLDINGS INC | $0 / $0 / $0 | 011711670R |
| No balance due Default PAID IN FULL · DEFAULTED | 2020-01-13 | Sanitation Others | FAILURE TO CLEAN 18 INCHES INTO STREET | FAMILY DISCOUNT PLUS | $130 / $130 / $0 | 0209855178 |
| No balance due Default PAID IN FULL · DEFAULTED | 2019-07-05 | Dos - Enforcement Agents | POSSESS SELL OR OFFER POLYSTYRENE SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES FSE 1ST | NAHSHAL DELI GROCERY CORP | $250 / $250 / $0 | 041969324K |
Showing 12 of 69 records. The API and the source dataset have the full list.
Source: OATH Hearings Division Case Status — city dataset updated 2026-11-07; last loaded 2026-11-07
HPD registration & contacts
Owners of most rental buildings must register with the Department of Housing Preservation and Development each year and list an owner and managing agent.
No HPD registration found. Registration is required for buildings with 3 or more apartments (and for 1–2 family homes where neither the owner nor family lives there).
Source: HPD Multiple Dwelling Registrations — city dataset updated 2026-11-04; last loaded 2026-11-07; HPD Registration Contacts — city dataset updated 2026-11-04; last loaded 2026-11-07
HPD housing-code violations 0 open of 0
Violations HPD inspectors issued for conditions in residential buildings (heat, leaks, mold, pests, lead paint, etc.). Class letters show how serious: Class A – non-hazardous (HPD gives 90 days to correct); Class B – hazardous (30 days to correct); Class C – immediately hazardous (24 hours to correct for most conditions); Class I – information / order (e.g. orders to register, lead or other administrative orders). Open means HPD has not recorded the condition as corrected.
No records found in this dataset for this lot.
Source: HPD Housing Maintenance Code Violations — city dataset updated 2026-11-06; last loaded 2026-11-07
HPD complaints 0
Complaints tenants or others made to HPD (usually via 311) about housing conditions, from 2019 onward. A complaint is not a violation; HPD may inspect and issue one.
No records found in this dataset for this lot.
Source: HPD Housing Maintenance Code Complaints and Problems — city dataset updated 2026-11-07; last loaded 2026-11-07
311 requests (last 12 months) 53
Recent 311 service requests the city geocoded to this lot: noise, illegal parking, heat, sanitation and more. Anyone can file them, so they describe activity at or near the address, not necessarily the building itself.
| Opened | Agency | Complaint | Status | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-17 | NYPD | Illegal Parking – Blocked Sidewalk | Closed | 2026-10-17 |
| 2026-10-03 | DOHMH | Food Establishment – Bare Hands in Contact w/ Food | In Progress | — |
| 2026-08-30 | NYPD | Noise - Street/Sidewalk – Loud Music/Party | Closed | 2026-08-31 |
| 2026-08-30 | NYPD | Noise - Street/Sidewalk – Loud Music/Party | Closed | 2026-08-31 |
| 2026-08-23 | NYPD | Illegal Parking – Double Parked Blocking Traffic | Closed | 2026-08-23 |
| 2026-08-23 | NYPD | Illegal Parking – Double Parked Blocking Traffic | Closed | 2026-08-23 |
| 2026-08-05 | DOT | Street Light Condition – Street Light Out | Closed | 2026-08-15 |
| 2026-07-01 | DOHMH | Mobile Food Vendor – Food Source/Protection | Closed | 2026-08-30 |
| 2026-06-29 | NYPD | Noise - Street/Sidewalk – Loud Music/Party | Closed | 2026-06-29 |
| 2026-06-28 | NYPD | Noise - Street/Sidewalk – Loud Music/Party | Closed | 2026-06-28 |
Showing 10 of 53 records. The API and the source dataset have the full list.
Source: 311 Service Requests from 2020 to Present — city dataset updated 2026-11-07; last loaded 2026-11-07
Nearby properties
Ordered by map distance among lots on this street within 40 house numbers and on this tax block within 15 lot numbers.
More in Canarsie: Open HPD violations · Active DOB violations · Active ECB violations · Open DOB jobs · Unpaid OATH tickets
Closest on Ralph Ave
- 1713 Ralph Avenue (85 ft) (eight open items)
- 1687 Ralph Avenue (98 ft) (four open items)
Same tax block (7980), closest first
- 6013 Glenwood Road (140 ft)
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