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181 Irving Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237

BBL 3032590003 (Borough 3, Block 3259, Lot 3) · BIN 3074221 · Last updated:

Summary · as of October 31, 2026

181 Irving Avenue (Brooklyn, NY 11237; tax lot BBL 3032590003) is a 4-unit mixed-use building with apartments and ground-floor commercial space (building class S9: mixed-use: dwelling with stores or offices, miscellaneous), built around 1931, on a 2,500 sq ft lot zoned R6. City tax records list the owner as FROZEN PENGUIN LLC; per ACRIS, a deed to this owner dated June 27, 2019 lists a price of $2,610,000. The Department of Finance's final market value for tax year 2027 is $883,000. As of October 31, 2026, NYC Open Data shows one DOB job with a permit issued but no sign-off, one active DOB violation and one OATH ticket with an unpaid balance. There were 50 311 requests in the past 12 months and two HPD complaints since 2019. (Source: NYC Open Data — DOB, HPD, OATH, DOF, DCP and ACRIS datasets — compiled by NYC Property Facts.)

Owner of record
FROZEN PENGUIN LLC
Building class
S9 · Mixed-use: dwelling with stores or offices, miscellaneous
Year built · units
1931 · 4 res.
Lot area · zoning
2,500 sq ft · R6
Market value (DOF)
$883,000 FY2027
Last priced deed
$2,610,000 · 2019-06-27
BBL
3032590003
BIN
3074221

How to cite: NYC Property Facts, “181 Irving Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237 (BBL 3032590003)”, data as of 2026-10-31, https://nycpropertyfacts.com/ny/brooklyn/181-irving-avenue-3032590003. 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)
FROZEN PENGUIN LLCThe owner name on the city’s tax records. It can lag behind recent sales and is often an LLC.
Building class
S9 – Mixed-use: dwelling with stores or offices, miscellaneousThe Department of Finance’s category for what kind of building this is.
Land use
Mixed residential & commercialCity Planning’s broad category of how the lot is used.
Year built
1931Often an estimate for older buildings.
Floors
3
Units
4 residential / 6 totalResidential units are apartments; total includes stores and offices.
Buildings on lot
1
Lot size
2,500 sq ft (25 ft × 100 ft)
Building floor area
4,875 sq ft (incl. 1,625 sq ft commercial)
Zoning
R6The zoning district sets what can be built and used here. Residential district.
Built vs. allowed density (FAR)
1.95 built / 2.43 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 3032590003 (Borough 3, Block 3259, Lot 3) · BIN 3074221BBL identifies the tax lot; BIN identifies each building (from DOB/HPD/footprint records).

Source: PLUTO (Dept. of City Planning) — city dataset updated 2026-08-24; data as of 2026-10-31; Building Footprints — city dataset updated 2026-10-25; data as of 2026-10-31

Tax assessment

How the Department of Finance values this lot for property tax.

Market value (tax year 2027, final roll)
$883,000The 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
$397,350The portion of market value that taxes are calculated on (capped by law for small homes).
Taxable value (final)
$106,042Assessed value minus any exemptions.
Tax class
Tax class 2A – residential rental, 4–6 units
Tax yearRollMarket valueAssessed valueTax class
2027Final$883,000$397,3502A
2026Final$1,027,000$462,1502A
2025Final$922,000$414,9002A

Source: DOF Property Valuation and Assessment Data — city dataset updated 2026-09-14; data as of 2026-10-31

Sales & deed history 8

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.

DateTypePriceSeller (grantor)Buyer (grantee)Doc ID
2019-06-27DEED$2,610,000Vutera, Carlo; Vutera, GinaFrozen Penguin Llc2019071500438001
2005-08-30DEED$770,000Soto, AbrahamVutera, Carlo; Vutera, Gina2005090901637001
1993-11-05DEED$0 / not statedNeerg CorpSoto, AbrahamFT_3850001825985
1992-06-09DEED$0 / not statedVelez, Carmen/Defs; Pergolizzi, James/RefGreen Point SavingsbankFT_3070001802307
1989-05-26DEED$0 / not statedSlamat, MariaVelez, CarmenFT_3840001460084
1989-01-20DEED$0 / not statedRivera, AixaSlamat, MariaFT_3960001428396
1986-07-01DEED$0 / not statedGiambanco, Pauline; Giambanco, VincentRivera, AixaFT_3810001181881
1986-02-15DEED$0 / not statedGiambanco, Pauline; Sgroi, Rosalia; Giambanco, Vincent; Rallo, JosephineGianbanco, Vincent; Giambanco, PaulineFT_3050001148105

Source: ACRIS Real Property Master — city dataset updated 2026-10-08; data as of 2026-10-31; ACRIS Real Property Legals — city dataset updated 2026-10-08; data as of 2026-10-31; ACRIS Real Property Parties — city dataset updated 2026-10-08; data as of 2026-10-31

DOB job filings 1 open of 1

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.

StatusJob #TypeFiledEst. cost
Permitted, not signed off
PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK · 2013-08-01
320834291
BIS
A3 – Minor alteration (one type of work)2013-07-31—

Source: DOB NOW: Build – Job Application Filings — city dataset updated 2026-10-30; data as of 2026-10-31; DOB Job Application Filings (BIS) — city dataset updated 2026-10-30; data as of 2026-10-31

Work permits 1

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.

IssuedExpiresJob #WorkPermit status
2013-08-012014-03-22320834291
BIS
Construction equipment (scaffold, fence, shed) / Construction equipmentISSUED (initial)

Source: DOB NOW: Build – Approved Permits — city dataset updated 2026-10-30; data as of 2026-10-31; DOB Permit Issuance (BIS) — city dataset updated 2026-10-31; data as of 2026-10-31

DOB violations 1 active of 8

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).

StatusIssuedTypeDescriptionNumber
Active
V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE
1993-08-16LL6291-LOCAL LAW 62/91 - BOILERS BOILER REQUIREDV081693LL629125825
Resolved/dismissed
V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED
2019-11-08LBLVIO-LOW PRESSURE BOILER BOILER REQUIREDVIOLATION ISSUED FOR FAILURE TO FILE ANNUAL BOILER 2017 INSPECTION REPORTV*110819LBLVIO07771
Resolved/dismissed
V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED
2018-04-06LBLVIO-LOW PRESSURE BOILER BOILER REQUIREDVIOLATION ISSUED FOR FAILURE TO FILE ANNUAL BOILER 2016 INSPECTION REPORTV*040618LBLVIO09783
Resolved/dismissed
V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED
2017-02-24LBLVIO-LOW PRESSURE BOILER BOILER REQUIREDVIOLATION ISSUED FOR FAILURE TO FILE ANNUAL BOILER 2015 INSPECTION REPORTV*022417LBLVIO07694
Resolved/dismissed
V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED
2005-01-31LL6291-LOCAL LAW 62/91 - BOILERS BOILER REQUIREDV*013105LL629114265
Resolved/dismissed
V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED
1995-08-29LL6291-LOCAL LAW 62/91 - BOILERS BOILER REQUIREDV*082995LL629127637
Resolved/dismissed
V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED
1994-06-01LL6291-LOCAL LAW 62/91 - BOILERS BOILER REQUIREDV*060194LL629109891
Resolved/dismissed
V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED
1993-06-01LL6291-LOCAL LAW 62/91 - BOILERS BOILER REQUIREDV*060193LL629109890

Source: DOB Violations — city dataset updated 2026-10-31; data as of 2026-10-31

ECB violations (DOB) 0 active of 0

DOB violations that go to a hearing at OATH (formerly the Environmental Control Board) and can carry fines. Active means the condition has not been certified as corrected and/or the case is not resolved. A balance due is a fine the city says is unpaid.

No records found in this dataset for this lot.

Source: DOB ECB Violations — city dataset updated 2026-10-31; data as of 2026-10-31

OATH tickets (all agencies) 1 unpaid of 25

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.

StatusDateAgencyChargeRespondentImposed / paid / balanceTicket #
Unpaid balance Default
DEFAULTED · DEFAULTED
2026-07-20Dept Of TransportationOP OF A S W CAFE RDWY CAFE W O A LICENSE REVOC CONSENT 1ST OFFENSEWERKSHOP COFFEE$500 / $0 / $5000221111514
No balance due
PAID IN FULL
2026-05-30Sanitation OthersFAIL TO RECYCLE ORGANIC WASTE 1-8 DWELLING UNITS 1STFROZEN PENGUIN LLC$25 / $25 / $0049839898P
No balance due
PAID IN FULL
2026-03-03Sanitation OthersFAILURE TO CLEAN 18 INCHES INTO STREETFROZEN PENGUIN LLC$50 / $50 / $0049651067J
No balance due
PAID IN FULL
2025-08-20Sanitation OthersFAIL TO CLEAN 18 INCH INTO STREET COMM MAN INDUSTRIAL MIXED USE 1STBUSHWICK BARK$50 / $50 / $0049326253Y
No balance due
PAID IN FULL
2022-10-10Sanitation RecyclingSTORAGE OF RECEPTACLES 1ST OCCURRENCEFROZEN PENGUIN LLC$50 / $50 / $0047014907Z
No balance due Default
PAID IN FULL · DEFAULTED
2021-08-16Sanitation OthersFAILURE TO CLEAN 18 INCHES INTO STREETFROZEN PENGUIN LLC$300 / $307 / $0047253551P
No balance due Default
PAID IN FULL · DEFAULTED
2021-02-19Sanitation OthersFAILURE TO PROPERLY PUT RECYCS OUT FOR COLLECTION 1TO8DWELLING UNITSFROZEN PENGUIN LLC$25 / $25 / $0047045576P
No balance due Default
PAID IN FULL · DEFAULTED
2018-06-16Dos - Enforcement AgentsFAILURE TO PROPERLY PUT RECYCS OUT FOR COLLECTION 1TO8DWELLING UNITSVUTERA$25 / $25 / $0042047986P
No balance due
PAID IN FULL
2016-12-31IMPROPER DISPOSAL BEDDING 1ST OFFENSEVUTERA$100 / $100 / —0192852981
No balance due
PAID IN FULL
2016-10-13Dos - Enforcement AgentsDIRTY SIDEWALK DIRTY AREAVUTERA$100 / $100 / —042178285M
No balance due Default
PAID IN FULL · DEFAULT
2016-07-07Sanitation DeptPOSTING OF SIGN PERMIT, WASTE REMOVALMILK PULL$100 / $100 / —044680005P
No balance due Default
PAID IN FULL · DEFAULT
2016-07-06Sanitation DeptPOSTING OF SIGN PERMIT, WASTE REMOVALMILK PULL$100 / $100 / —041679692Z

Showing 12 of 25 records. The API and the source dataset have the full list.

Source: OATH Hearings Division Case Status — city dataset updated 2026-10-31; data as of 2026-10-31

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.

HPD building ID
315752
Last registered
2025-08-07
Registration valid until
2026-09-01 ExpiredRegistrations must be renewed every year.
RoleNameCompanyBusiness city
CorporateownerFROZEN PENGUIN LLC.Rego Park, Ny
HeadofficerSophia CrownRego Park, Ny
SitemanagerSophia Crown
AgentSophia CrownFROZEN PENGUIN LLC.Rego Park, Ny
ShareholderSophia CrownRego Park, Ny

Source: HPD Multiple Dwelling Registrations — city dataset updated 2026-10-28; data as of 2026-10-31; HPD Registration Contacts — city dataset updated 2026-10-28; data as of 2026-10-31

HPD housing-code violations 0 open of 77

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.

StatusClassIssuedAptCondition
Closed
Violation Dismissed · 2025-07-24
C2025-05-052L§ 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF HOT WATER EXCEEDING THE MAXIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 130 DEGREES AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2L, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Closed
Violation Dismissed · 2025-07-09
C2025-04-142L§ 27-2044, 2041.1 HMC: §238 MDL and 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING THE DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGES IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 2L, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Closed
Violation Dismissed · 2025-07-09
B2025-04-142L§ 27-2045 ADM CODE REPAIR OR REPLACE THE SMOKE DETECTOR MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2L, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Closed
Violation Dismissed · 2025-07-09
B2025-04-142L§ 27-2046.1 HMC: REPAIR OR REPLACE THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE(S). MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2L, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Closed
Violation Dismissed · 2021-05-17
A2021-04-09(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.
Closed
Violation Closed · 2024-05-01
A2019-12-03§ 329, M/D LAW AND DEPT. RULES AND REGS. PROVIDE A COMPLETED CERTIFICATE OF INSPECTION VISITS IN A PROPER FRAME AT OR NEAR MAILBOXES, BOTTOM EDGE OF FRAME BETWEEN 48-62 INCHES ABOVE FLOOR MISSING , 1st STORY
Closed
Violation Closed · 2024-05-01
A2019-12-03§ 27-2104 ADM CODE POST AND MAINTAIN A PROPER SIGN ON WALL OF ENTRANCE STORY SHOWING THE REGISTRATION NUMBER ASSIGNED BY THE DEPARTMENT AND THE ADDRESS OF THE BUILDING., 1st STORY
Closed
Violation Closed · 2024-05-01
A2019-12-03§ 27-2046.1 HMC: POST A PROPER NOTICE OF CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE REQUIREMENTS, IN A FORM APPROVED BY THE COMMISSIONER, IN A COMMON AREA OF A CLASS A MULTIPLE DWELLING NEAR INSPECTION CERTIFICATE OR PROVIDE NOTICE TO TENANTS IN A PRIVATE DWELLING. , 1s
Closed
Violation Closed · 2024-05-01
A2019-12-03§ 26-1103 ADMIN. CODE: POST AND MAINTAIN A PROPER NOTICE ON WALL OF THE ENTRANCE STORY IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH ON THE AVAILABILITY OF THE AGENCYS HOUSING INFORMATION GUIDE. A SAMPLE NOTICE CAN BE FOUND AT WWW.NYC.GOV/HPD., 1st STORY
Closed
Violation Closed · 2024-05-01
C2019-12-03§ 27-2033 ADM CODE POST NOTICE, IN FORM APPROVED BY THE DEPARTMENT, STATING THE NAME AND LOCATION OF THE PERSON DESIGNATED BY THE OWNER TO HAVE KEY TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM MISSING , 1st STORY
Closed
Violation Closed · 2024-05-01
A2019-12-03§ 27-2045 ADM CODE POST A PROPER NOTICE OF SMOKE DETECTOR REQUIREMENTS, IN A FORM APPROVED BY THE COMMISSIONER, AT OR NEAR THE MAIL BOX MISSING , 1st STORY
Closed
Violation Closed · 2024-05-01
A2019-12-03§ 27-2005 HMC: POST, IN A FORM APPROVED BY THE COMMISSIONER, AND MAINTAIN A NOTICE IN A COMMON AREA OF THE BUILDING REGARDING THE PROCEDURES THAT SHOULD BE FOLLOWED WHEN A GAS LEAK IS SUSPECTED, 1st STORY
Closed
Violation Dismissed · 2018-08-14
I2017-11-24§27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-2097 AND IS THEREFORE SUBJECT TO CIVIL PENALTIES, PROHIBITED FROM CERTIFYING VIOLATIONS, AND DENIED THE RIGHT TO RECOVER POSSESSION OF PREMISE
Closed
Violation Dismissed · 2016-07-21
I2015-10-09SECTION27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE ?27-2097 AND IS THEREFORE SUBJECT TO CIVIL PENALTIES, PROHIBITED FROM CERTIFYING VIOLATIONS, AND DENIED THE RIGHT TO RECOVER POSSESSION OF P
Closed
Violation Dismissed · 2016-07-21
I2015-02-23SECTION27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE ?27-2097 AND IS THEREFORE SUBJECT TO CIVIL PENALTIES, PROHIBITED FROM CERTIFYING VIOLATIONS, AND DENIED THE RIGHT TO RECOVER POSSESSION OF P
Closed
Violation Closed · 2019-12-02
B2009-11-123R§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK OVER CEILING. IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 3R, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Closed
Violation Closed · 2019-12-02
B2009-11-123R§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR CEILING AND WALLS. IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 3R, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Closed
Violation Closed · 2019-12-02
B2009-11-123R§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR CEILING AND WALLS. IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 3R, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Closed
Violation Closed · 2019-12-02
B2009-11-123R§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK OVER CEILING. IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 3R, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Closed
Violation Dismissed · 2019-12-02
B2009-11-123R§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR CEILING AND WALLS INSIDE CLOSET AT SOUTH WALL IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 3R, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH

Showing 20 of 77 records — open violations are listed first; the API lists every one. The API and the source dataset have the full list.

Source: HPD Housing Maintenance Code Violations — city dataset updated 2026-10-31; data as of 2026-10-31

HPD complaints 2

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.

ReceivedStatusAptProblem(s)Outcome
2025-05-01CLOSE2LPlumbing – Water SupplyHPD inspected this condition so the complaint has been closed. Violations were issued. The law provides the property owner time to correct the condition(s). Violation descriptions and the dates for t
2025-04-12CLOSEBLDGHeat/Hot Water – Entire BuildingHPD conducted an inspection of this complaint. The conditions observed by the inspector did not violate the housing laws enforced by HPD. The complaint has been closed.

Source: HPD Housing Maintenance Code Complaints and Problems — city dataset updated 2026-10-31; data as of 2026-10-31

311 requests (last 12 months) 50

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.

OpenedAgencyComplaintStatusClosed
2026-09-17DPRDamaged Tree – Entire Tree Has Fallen DownClosed2026-09-25
2026-09-05NYPDNoise - Commercial – Loud Music/PartyClosed2026-09-05
2026-08-02NYPDNoise - Commercial – Loud Music/PartyClosed2026-08-02
2026-07-12NYPDNoise - Commercial – Loud Music/PartyClosed2026-07-12
2026-07-12NYPDNoise - Commercial – Loud Music/PartyClosed2026-07-12
2026-07-02NYPDNoise - Commercial – Loud Music/PartyClosed2026-07-02
2026-06-27NYPDNoise - Commercial – Loud TalkingClosed2026-06-27
2026-06-27DSNYVendor Enforcement – Non-Food VendorClosed2026-06-27
2026-06-25NYPDNoise - Commercial – Loud Music/PartyClosed2026-06-25
2026-06-25NYPDNoise - Commercial – Loud Music/PartyClosed2026-06-25

Showing 10 of 50 records. The API and the source dataset have the full list.

Source: 311 Service Requests from 2020 to Present — city dataset updated 2026-10-31; data as of 2026-10-31

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