185 Wyckoff Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237
BBL 3032810008 (Block 3281, Lot 8) · BIN 3074876 · Last updated:
Also recorded in city data as: 18545 Wyckoff Ave
Summary
185 Wyckoff Avenue (Brooklyn, NY 11237) is a 6-unit walk-up apartment building (building class C2: walk-up apartments, five or six families), built around 1931, on a 2,250 sq ft lot zoned R6. City tax records list the owner as FRANCESCHINA, ALBERT A. The Department of Finance's final market value for tax year 2027 is $982,000. As of October 31, 2026, NYC Open Data shows eight active DOB violations and 13 open HPD violations. There were no 311 requests in the past 12 months and 15 HPD complaints since 2019.
At a glance
Lot & building
Basic facts about the tax lot and building from the city’s PLUTO database.
- Owner (as listed by the city)
- FRANCESCHINA, ALBERT AThe owner name on the city’s tax records. It can lag behind recent sales and is often an LLC.
- Building class
- C2 – Walk-up apartments, five or six familiesThe Department of Finance’s category for what kind of building this is.
- Land use
- Multi-family walk-up buildingsCity Planning’s broad category of how the lot is used.
- Year built
- 1931Often an estimate for older buildings.
- Floors
- 3
- Units
- 6 residential / 6 totalResidential units are apartments; total includes stores and offices.
- Buildings on lot
- 1
- Lot size
- 2,250 sq ft (25 ft × 90 ft)
- Building floor area
- 4,350 sq ft
- Zoning
- R6, 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)
- 1.93 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 3032810008 (Borough 3, Block 3281, Lot 8) · BIN 3074876BBL identifies the tax lot; BIN identifies each building (from DOB/HPD/footprint records).
Official lookups: DOB BIS · ZoLa (zoning map) · ACRIS
Source: PLUTO (Dept. of City Planning) — dataset updated 2026-08-24, fetched 2026-10-31; Building Footprints — dataset updated 2026-10-25, fetched 2026-10-31
Tax assessment
How the Department of Finance values this lot for property tax.
- Market value (tax year 2027, final roll)
- $982,000The 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
- $441,900The portion of market value that taxes are calculated on (capped by law for small homes).
- Taxable value (final)
- $89,729Assessed value minus any exemptions.
- Tax class
- Tax class 2A – residential rental, 4–6 units
| Tax year | Roll | Market value | Assessed value | Tax class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Final | $982,000 | $441,900 | 2A |
| 2026 | Final | $818,000 | $368,100 | 2A |
| 2025 | Final | $681,600 | $306,720 | 2A |
| 2024 | Final | $852,000 | $383,400 | 2A |
| 2023 | Final | $868,000 | $390,600 | 2A |
Source: DOF Property Valuation and Assessment Data — dataset updated 2026-09-14, fetched 2026-10-31
Sales & deed history 5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-12-10 | DEED, LE | $0 / not stated | Franceschina, Albert A; Franceschina, John A | Franceschina, John A | 2020121000729001 |
| 1989-01-24 | DEED | $0 / not stated | D'Angelo, Giuseppe; D'Angelo, Giovanna | Franceschina, Albert; Franceschina, John A | FT_3440001429944 |
| 1983-05-06 | DEED | $0 / not stated | Vacanti, Bernadette; Vacanti, Pietro | D'Angelo, Giuseppe; D'Angelo, Giovanna | FT_3160000959416 |
| 1978-07-25 | DEED | $0 / not stated | Cordaro Francesca; Cordoro Francesca; Cordoro Antonio | Vacanti Pietro; Vacanti Bernadette | BK_7830100800917 |
| 1968-12-11 | DEED | $0 / not stated | Loiacono Vincenza; Loiacono Matteo | Cordaro Francesca; Cordoro Antonio | BK_6830029601393 |
Source: ACRIS Real Property Master — dataset updated 2026-10-08, fetched 2026-10-31; ACRIS Real Property Legals — dataset updated 2026-10-08, fetched 2026-10-31; ACRIS Real Property Parties — dataset updated 2026-10-08, fetched 2026-10-31
DOB job filings 0 open of 0
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.
No records found in this dataset for this lot.
Source: DOB NOW: Build – Job Application Filings — dataset updated 2026-10-30, fetched 2026-10-31; DOB Job Application Filings (BIS) — dataset updated 2026-10-30, fetched 2026-10-31
Work permits 0
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.
No records found in this dataset for this lot.
Source: DOB NOW: Build – Approved Permits — dataset updated 2026-10-30, fetched 2026-10-31; DOB Permit Issuance (BIS) — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31
DOB violations 8 active of 9
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).
| Status | Issued | Type | Description | Number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Active V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE | 2014-05-15 | LBLVIO-LOW PRESSURE BOILER BOILER REQUIRED | VIOLATION ISSUED FOR FAILURE TO FILE ANNUAL BOILER 2012 INSPECTION REPORT | V051514LBLVIO10589 |
| Active V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE | 2009-12-31 | LBLVIO-LOW PRESSURE BOILER BOILER REQUIRED | V123109LBLVIO14048 | |
| Active V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE | 1997-09-16 | LL6291-LOCAL LAW 62/91 - BOILERS BOILER REQUIRED | V091697LL6291231166 | |
| Active V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE | 1997-02-10 | LL6291-LOCAL LAW 62/91 - BOILERS BOILER REQUIRED | V021097LL629124956 | |
| Active V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE | 1995-08-29 | LL6291-LOCAL LAW 62/91 - BOILERS BOILER REQUIRED | V082995LL629123121 | |
| Active V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE | 1994-06-01 | LL6291-LOCAL LAW 62/91 - BOILERS BOILER REQUIRED | V060194LL629103365 | |
| Active V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE | 1993-08-16 | LL6291-LOCAL LAW 62/91 - BOILERS BOILER REQUIRED | V081693LL629121085 | |
| Active V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE | 1993-06-01 | LL6291-LOCAL LAW 62/91 - BOILERS BOILER REQUIRED | V060193LL629103364 | |
| Resolved/dismissed V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED | 2001-02-27 | LL6291-LOCAL LAW 62/91 - BOILERS BOILER REQUIRED | V*022701LL629119246 |
Source: DOB Violations — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31
ECB violations (DOB) 0 active of 2
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.
| Status | Issued | Severity | What it was for | Penalty / paid / balance | ECB # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resolved IN VIOLATION · COMPLIANCE-INSP/DOC | 2019-09-10 | CLASS - 2 | FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE COMMISSIONERS ORDER CONTAINED IN SUMMONS/VIOLATION#35358748Y ISSUED ON 12-18-2018 AND TO FILE A CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION PURSUANT TO 28-201.1 AND 1RCNY 102-01(D)(2) AN ACCEPTIBELE CE | $625 / $625 / $0 | 37015624K |
| Resolved STIPULATION/IN-VIO · CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED | 2018-12-18 | CLASS - 2 | ELECTRICAL WORK W/O A PERMIT. ELECTRICAL WORK W/O A PERMIT TO INSTALL ONE NEW BX CABLE IN THE BASEMENT WHICH IS NOT TERMINATED PROPERLY, NO BX CONNECTOR AT THE POINT OF TERMINATION. RMDY: OBTAIN PERMIT. | $800 / $803 / $0 | 35358748Y |
Source: DOB ECB Violations — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31
OATH tickets (all agencies) 0 unpaid of 41
Summonses heard at the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings, from agencies like Sanitation, Buildings, Fire and Health, linked to this lot’s address. 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 # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No balance due PAID IN FULL · SETTL IN-VIO | 2024-11-02 | Dos - Enforcement Agents | FAILURE TO CLEAN 18 INCHES INTO STREET | FRANCESCHINA ALBERT A | $300 / $190 / $0 | 048709104M |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL · IN VIOLATION | 2019-09-10 | Dept. Of Buildings | FAIL TO COMPLY W COMMISSIONER ORDER TO FILE CERT OF CORRECTION W DOB | FRANSESCHINO ALBERT | $625 / $625 / $0 | 037015624K |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL · IN VIOLATION | 2019-04-14 | Sanitation Recycling | STORAGE OF RECEPTACLES | ALBERT | $100 / $100 / $0 | 042834209N |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL · STIPULATED | 2018-12-18 | Dept. Of Buildings | ELECTRICAL WORK WITHOUT A PERMIT | FRANSESCHINO ALBERT | $800 / $803 / $0 | 035358748Y |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL | 2018-08-25 | Dos - Enforcement Agents | IMPROPER RECEPTACLES 1ST OFFENSE | ALBERT | $100 / $100 / $0 | 045320002R |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL | 2018-02-27 | Sanitation Recycling | RECYC PLACED FOR COLLECTION W NON-RECYC 1 TO 8 DWELLING UNITS | ALBERT | $25 / $25 / $0 | 040547608X |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL | 2017-06-27 | Dos - Enforcement Agents | RECYC PLACED FOR COLLECTION W NON-RECYC 1 TO 8 DWELLING UNITS | ALBERT | $25 / $25 / $0 | 044522278R |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL | 2016-10-03 | FAILURE TO CLEAN 18 INCHES INTO STREET | ALBERT FRANCES | $100 / $100 / — | 0192575278 | |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL | 2016-08-13 | Sanitation Dept | IMPROPER MISUSED CURBSIDE RECYCLING CONTAINER 1 TO 8 DWELLING UNITS | ALBERT | $25 / $25 / — | 041817669N |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL · SETTL IN-VIO | 2016-01-02 | Dos - Enforcement Agents | IMPROPER RECEPTACLES 1ST OFFENSE | ALBERT | $300 / $229 / $0 | 041459847J |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL | 2014-11-22 | Sanitation Dept | NON-RECYC LEFT IN RECYC CONTAINER FOR COLLECTION 1TO8 DWELLING UNITS | ALBERT | $25 / $25 / — | 041914423H |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL | 2014-04-12 | LOOSE RUBBISH | ALBERT | $100 / $100 / — | 0184812944 |
Showing 12 of 41 records. See the source dataset for the full list.
Source: OATH Hearings Division Case Status — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 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
- 398231
- Last registered
- 2026-08-18
- Registration valid until
- 2027-09-01 CurrentRegistrations must be renewed every year.
| Role | Name | Company | Business city |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agent | Albert Franceschina | Maspeth, Ny | |
| Sitemanager | Sean Oconner | ||
| Jointowner | John Franceschina | Commack, Ny | |
| Jointowner | Albert Franceschina | Maspeth, Ny |
Source: HPD Multiple Dwelling Registrations — dataset updated 2026-10-28, fetched 2026-10-31; HPD Registration Contacts — dataset updated 2026-10-28, fetched 2026-10-31
HPD housing-code violations 13 open of 16
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.
| Status | Class | Issued | Apt | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open Nov Sent Out · 2011-03-30 | B | 2011-03-30 | 3R | SECTION 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE BASE CABINET IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 3R, 3rd STORY, APARTMENT AT SOUTH |
| Open Nov Sent Out · 2011-03-30 | B | 2011-03-30 | 3R | SECTION 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF RUST AT BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3R, 3rd STORY, APARTMENT AT SOUTH |
| Open Nov Sent Out · 2011-03-30 | B | 2011-03-30 | 3R | SECTION 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3R, 3rd STORY, APARTMENT AT SOUTH |
| Open Nov Sent Out · 2011-03-30 | B | 2011-03-30 | 3R | SECTION 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR SOUTH WALL IN THE 4th ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 3R, 3rd STORY, APARTMENT AT SOUTH |
| Open Nov Sent Out · 2011-03-30 | B | 2011-03-30 | 3R | SECTION 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE FIRE EGRESS DEFECTIVE. REMOVE OBSTRUCTING BARS OR UNLAWFUL GATES FROM WINDOW TO FIRE ESCAPE OR PROVIDE APPROVED TYPE GATE .... IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3R, 3rd STORY, APARTMENT AT SOUTH |
| Open Nov Sent Out · 2008-07-02 | B | 2008-07-02 | 3A | D26-20.08,20.09 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS RULES AND REGULATIONS MISSING 3 STY APT 3A. , SECTION '' '' |
| Open Nov Sent Out · 2008-07-02 | B | 2008-07-02 | 1L | D26-20.08,20.09 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS RULES AND REGULATIONS MISSING 1 STY NORTH APT 1L VARGAS. , SECTION '' '' |
| Open Nov Sent Out · 2008-07-02 | B | 2008-07-02 | SECTION 27-2005 ADM CODE REPLACE WITH NEW THE MISSING LOCKING DEVICE ENTRANCE DOOR TO VESTIBULE 1 STY PUBLIC HALL. | |
| Open Nov Sent Out · 2008-07-02 | B | 2008-07-02 | SECTION 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE INTERIOR DOOR FRAME ENTRANCE DOOR TO 1 STY PUBLIC HALL VESTIBULE. | |
| Open Nov Sent Out · 2008-07-02 | B | 2008-07-02 | SECTION 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LOCKING DEVICE STREET ENTRANCE DOOR TO VESTIBULE 1 STY PUBLIC HALL. | |
| Open Not Complied With · 2006-10-03 | C | 2006-07-14 | SECTION 27-2005 ADM CODE REPLACE WITH NEW THE MISSING LOCKING DEVICE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR TO BUILDING AT FRONT AREAWAY | |
| Open Not Complied With · 2006-10-03 | C | 2006-07-14 | SECTION 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 AT OR NEAR MAILBOXES AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY | |
| Open Nov Sent Out · 1995-09-05 | B | 1995-09-05 | SECTION 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE MORTISE LOCK ENTRANCE DOOR VESTIBULE TO 1 STY PUBLIC HALL. | |
| Closed Violation Dismissed · 2018-09-12 | I | 2017-11-30 | §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 · 2017-02-22 | I | 2016-11-16 | §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 · 2016-02-01 | I | 2015-10-14 | SECTION27-2107 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 |
Source: HPD Housing Maintenance Code Violations — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31
HPD complaints 15
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.
| Received | Status | Apt | Problem(s) | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-01-23 | CLOSE | 3R | Heat/Hot Water – Apartment Only | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to your apartment or others in the building to inspect for a lack of heat or hot water. The complaint has been closed |
| 2014-12-03 | CLOSE | BLDG | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development responded to a complaint of no heat or hot water and was advised by a tenant in the building that heat and hot water had been restored. If the co |
| 2014-02-12 | CLOSE | 3L | Nonconst – Vermin | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed. |
| 2014-01-31 | CLOSE | 1L | Heating – Heat Related | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development responded to a complaint of no heat or hot water and was advised by a tenant in the building that heat and hot water had been restored. If the co |
| 2011-03-22 | CLOSE | 3R | General – Cabinet Plumbing – Bathtub/Shower Paint/Plaster – Wall | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd |
| 2011-01-10 | CLOSE | 3R | Plumbing – Basin/Sink Plumbing – Bathtub/Shower Paint/Plaster – Wall General – Floor | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new |
| 2011-01-03 | CLOSE | 3R | Plumbing – Basin/Sink Plumbing – Bathtub/Shower Paint/Plaster – Wall | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new |
| 2010-12-20 | CLOSE | 3R | Plumbing – Basin/Sink General – Cabinet Plumbing – Bathtub/Shower Paint/Plaster – Ceiling | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new |
| 2010-12-12 | CLOSE | 3R | Heating – Heat Related | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development contacted an occupant of the apartment and verified that the following conditions were corrected. The complaint has been closed. If the condition |
| 2010-11-24 | CLOSE | 3R | Heating – Heat Related | More than one complaint was received for this building-wide condition. This complaint status is for the initial complaint.The Department of Housing Preservation and Development contacted an occupant o |
Showing 10 of 15 records. See the source dataset for the full list.
Source: HPD Housing Maintenance Code Complaints and Problems — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31
311 requests (last 12 months) 0
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.
No records found in this dataset for this lot.
Source: 311 Service Requests from 2020 to Present — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31
Nearby properties
On Wyckoff Ave
- 181 Wyckoff Avenue (15 open items)
- 182 Wyckoff Avenue (49 open items)
- 183 Wyckoff Avenue (26 open items)
- 184 Wyckoff Avenue (20 open items)
- 187 Wyckoff Avenue (31 open items)
- 188 Wyckoff Avenue (12 open items)
- 189 Wyckoff Avenue (27 open items)
- 190 Wyckoff Avenue (27 open items)
Same tax block (3281)
- 435 Harman Street (seven open items)
- 437 Harman Street
- 439 Harman Street
- 441 Harman Street (four open items)
- 443 Harman Street (two open items)
- 445 Harman Street (one open item)
- 447 Harman Street
- 449 Harman Street (one open item)
Data as of October 31, 2026 (cached NYC Open Data; each section shows its own dataset date). Machine-readable: /api/property/3032810008.json