216 Himrod Street, Brooklyn, NY 11237
BBL 3032780021 (Borough 3, Block 3278, Lot 21) · BIN 3074780 · Last updated:
Summary · as of October 31, 2026
216 Himrod Street (Brooklyn, NY 11237; tax lot BBL 3032780021) is a 6-unit walk-up apartment building (building class C2: walk-up apartments, five or six families), built around 1931, on a 2,500 sq ft lot zoned R6. City tax records list the owner as JOY & CO.; per ACRIS, a deed to this owner dated April 10, 2003 lists a price of $339,900. The Department of Finance's final market value for tax year 2027 is $1,168,000. As of October 31, 2026, NYC Open Data shows one DOB job with a permit issued but no sign-off, two active DOB violations, one open HPD violation and one OATH ticket with an unpaid balance. There were two 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
- JOY & CO.
- Building class
- C2 · Walk-up apartments, five or six families
- Year built · units
- 1931 · 6 res.
- Lot area · zoning
- 2,500 sq ft · R6
- Market value (DOF)
- $1,168,000 FY2027
- Last priced deed
- $339,900 · 2003-04-10
- BBL
- 3032780021
- BIN
- 3074780
- 1Open DOB jobs (permit issued, no sign-off)
- 2Active DOB violations
- 0Active ECB violations
- 1Open HPD violations
- 1OATH tickets with unpaid balance
How to cite: NYC Property Facts, “216 Himrod Street, Brooklyn, NY 11237 (BBL 3032780021)”, data as of 2026-10-31, https://nycpropertyfacts.com/ny/brooklyn/216-himrod-street-3032780021. 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)
- JOY & CO.The 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
- 2,500 sq ft (25 ft × 100 ft)
- Building floor area
- 4,125 sq ft
- Zoning
- R6The zoning district sets what can be built and used here. Residential district.
- Built vs. allowed density (FAR)
- 1.65 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 3032780021 (Borough 3, Block 3278, Lot 21) · BIN 3074780BBL 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; 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)
- $1,168,000The 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
- $525,600The portion of market value that taxes are calculated on (capped by law for small homes).
- Taxable value (final)
- $67,701Assessed 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 | $1,168,000 | $525,600 | 2A |
| 2026 | Final | $973,000 | $437,850 | 2A |
| 2025 | Final | $1,083,000 | $487,350 | 2A |
Source: DOF Property Valuation and Assessment Data — city dataset updated 2026-09-14; data as of 2026-10-31
Sales & deed history 9
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003-04-10 | DEEDO | $339,900 | R.V. Estate, Inc. | Joy & Co. Llc | 2003041600883001 |
| 2000-12-29 | DEED | $0 / not stated | Sandhu, Gurbhej S | R.V. Estate Inc | FT_3940007483294 |
| 1990-06-05 | DEED | $0 / not stated | Bathla, Balwinder Singh | Sandhu, Gurbhej S | FT_3790001547379 |
| 1988-03-23 | DEED | $0 / not stated | Mohammed, Sedique; Bathla, Balwinder Singh | Bathla, Balwinder Singh | FT_3770001440077 |
| 1987-07-22 | DEED | $0 / not stated | Persaud, Harry Cham | Mohammed, Seidique; Bathla, Balwinder S | FT_3840001292384 |
| 1985-02-07 | DEED | $0 / not stated | M.D.N. Realty Corp | Persaud, Harry Cham | FT_3780001074078 |
| 1984-10-02 | DEED | $0 / not stated | Marino, Joseph | M D N Realty Corp | FT_3980001046698 |
| 1981-05-04 | DEED | $0 / not stated | Marino Matteo; Marino Rose | Marino Joseph | BK_8130123401467 |
| 1976-02-26 | DEED | $0 / not stated | Marino Rose; Marino Metteo | Marino Joseph | BK_7630083200081 |
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.
| Status | Job # | Type | Filed | Est. cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Permitted, not signed off PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK · 1998-11-10 | 300798199 BIS | A2 – Alteration with multiple work types (no change to use/occupancy) | 1998-10-07 | $6,000 |
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 2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998-11-10 | 1999-09-01 | 300798199 BIS | Equipment work / Boiler | ISSUED (initial) |
| 1998-11-10 | 1999-11-10 | 300798199 BIS | Plumbing / Plumbing | ISSUED (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 2 active of 7
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 | 2006-01-06 | LL6291-LOCAL LAW 62/91 - BOILERS BOILER REQUIRED | V010606LL629117609 | |
| Active V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE | 1993-08-16 | LL6291-LOCAL LAW 62/91 - BOILERS BOILER REQUIRED | V081693LL629132988 | |
| Resolved/dismissed V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED | 2004-02-13 | LL6291-LOCAL LAW 62/91 - BOILERS BOILER REQUIRED | V*021304LL629119975 | |
| Resolved/dismissed V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED | 1997-02-10 | LL6291-LOCAL LAW 62/91 - BOILERS BOILER REQUIRED | V*021097LL629124938 | |
| Resolved/dismissed V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED | 1995-08-29 | LL6291-LOCAL LAW 62/91 - BOILERS BOILER REQUIRED | V*082995LL629133927 | |
| Resolved/dismissed V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED | 1994-06-01 | LL6291-LOCAL LAW 62/91 - BOILERS BOILER REQUIRED | V*060194LL629120317 | |
| Resolved/dismissed V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED | 1993-06-01 | LL6291-LOCAL LAW 62/91 - BOILERS BOILER REQUIRED | V*060193LL629120316 |
Source: DOB Violations — city dataset updated 2026-10-31; data as of 2026-10-31
ECB violations (DOB) 0 active of 4
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 CURED/IN-VIO · CURE ACCEPTED | 2005-09-13 | Non-Hazardous | WORK W/O PERMIT. NOTED: AT 2ND AND 3RD FLOORS NORTH LINE OF APARTMENTSPARTITIONS ERECTED, DOORS INSTALLED BETWEEN ROOMS OF TAILROAD TYPE FLAT/APARTMENTS. WORK 95% COMPLETE. REMEDY: REMOVE ILLEGAL CONSTRUCTION A | $0 / $0 / $0 | 34484758Z |
| Resolved IN VIOLATION · CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED | 2005-09-13 | Non-Hazardous | EXIT PASSAGE/DOOR-TOTAL OBSTRUCTION. NOTED: AT REAR OF NORTH APT 2ND FLOOR WINDOW A/C UNIT INSTALLED @ FIRE ESCAPE AND AT NORTH APT. 3RD FLOOR DEBRIS STORED ON SAME FIRE ESCAPE. REMEDY: REMOVE ALL OBSTRUCTIONS | $480 / $480 / $0 | 34484760H |
| Resolved IN VIOLATION · CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED | 2005-09-13 | Non-Hazardous | FAILURE TO PROVIDE REQUIRED MEANS OF EGRESS FROM EVERY FLOOR. NOTED: AT 3RD FLOOR NORTH APT FRONT FROM FITTED W/ LOCKED DOOR BLOCKING 2ND MEANS OF EGRESS @ FIRE ESCAPE @ REAR. REMEDY: REMOVE ILLEGAL DOOR AND PR | $480 / $480 / $0 | 34484759K |
| Resolved IN VIOLATION · CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED | 1998-05-21 | Non-Hazardous | 36,19B, | $350 / $700 / $0 | 32015620L |
Source: DOB ECB Violations — city dataset updated 2026-10-31; data as of 2026-10-31
OATH tickets (all agencies) 1 unpaid of 33
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 DEFAULTED · DEFAULTED | 2026-03-18 | Pcs - Dohmh | FAIL TO ELIMINATE RODENT INFESTATION SHOWN BY ACTIVE RODENT SIGNS 1ST | CO | $600 / $0 / $600 | 0803783119 |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL | 2025-08-30 | Sanitation Others | IMPROPER DISPOSAL--BEDDING 1ST OCCURRENCE | JOY CO | $50 / $50 / $0 | 049289992H |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL | 2025-05-31 | Sanitation Others | IMPROPER RECEPTACLE FAILURE TO CONTAINERIZE - RESIDENTIAL 1ST | JOY CO | $50 / $50 / $0 | 047042149R |
| No balance due Default PAID IN FULL · DEFAULTED | 2022-03-22 | Pcs - Dohmh | FAIL TO ELIMINATE RODENT INFESTATION SHOWN BY ACTIVE RODENT SIGNS 1ST | C O CHU-MU LIN | $330 / $330 / $0 | 0802209486 |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL | 2021-03-03 | Pcs - Dohmh | FAIL TO ELIMINATE RODENT INFESTATION SHOWN BY ACTIVE RODENT SIGNS 1ST | C O CHU-MU LIN | $300 / $300 / $0 | 0801946586 |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL | 2021-01-23 | Sanitation Others | IMPROPER DISPOSAL BEDDING 1ST OFFENSE | JOY CO | $100 / $100 / $0 | 047066093N |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL | 2019-10-12 | Dos - Enforcement Agents | IMPROPER DISPOSAL BEDDING 1ST OFFENSE | JOY CO | $100 / $100 / $0 | 045233333X |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL | 2018-07-07 | Sanitation Others | IMPROPER DISPOSAL BEDDING 1ST OFFENSE | JOY CO | $100 / $100 / $0 | 0204906910 |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL | 2018-02-17 | Sanitation Others | IMPROPER MISUSED CURBSIDE RECYCLING CONTAINER 1 TO 8 DWELLING UNITS | JOY CO | $25 / $25 / $0 | 0203901345 |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL | 2017-12-23 | Dos - Enforcement Agents | IMPROPER MISUSED MECHANIZED RECYCLING CONTAINER 1 TO 8 DWELLING UNITS | JOY CO | $25 / $25 / $0 | 043956659M |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL | 2017-12-02 | Sanitation Others | LOOSE RUBBISH | JOY CO | $100 / $100 / $0 | 0196949913 |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL | 2017-08-16 | Sanitation Others | FAILURE TO CLEAN 18 INCHES INTO STREET | JOY CO | $100 / $100 / $0 | 0195893510 |
Showing 12 of 33 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
- 312846
- Last registered
- 2026-08-31
- Registration valid until
- 2027-09-01 CurrentRegistrations must be renewed every year.
| Role | Name | Company | Business city |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agent | Chumu Lin | Joy & Co., LLC | Brooklyn, Ny |
| Headofficer | Chumu Lin | Brooklyn, Ny | |
| Officer | Judy Lin | Brooklyn, Ny | |
| Shareholder | Judy Lin | Brooklyn, Ny | |
| Shareholder | Chumu Lin | Brooklyn, Ny | |
| Sitemanager | Judy Lin | ||
| Corporateowner | JOY & CO LLC | Brooklyn, 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 1 open of 4
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 · 2009-03-18 | B | 2009-03-18 | SECTION 27-2040 ADM CODE PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT OR NEAR THE OUTSIDE OF THE FRONT ENTRANCEWAY OF THE BUILDING AND KEEP SAME BURNING FROM SUNSET EVERY DAY TO SUNRISE ON THE DAY FOLLOWING , 100 WATTS REQUIRED. | |
| Closed Violation Dismissed · 2022-12-27 | I | 2022-11-14 | §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 · 2018-08-15 | I | 2017-11-24 | §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 · 2015-11-17 | I | 2015-10-09 | 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 — city dataset updated 2026-10-31; data as of 2026-10-31
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 2026-10-31; data as of 2026-10-31
311 requests (last 12 months) 2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-15 | NYPD | Non-Emergency Police Matter – Other (complaint details) | Closed | 2026-04-15 |
| 2026-04-11 | DEP | Noise – Noise: Construction Equipment (NC1) | Closed | 2026-04-17 |
Source: 311 Service Requests from 2020 to Present — city dataset updated 2026-10-31; data as of 2026-10-31
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- 219 Himrod Street (one open item)
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All properties on Himrod St, Brooklyn · All of Brooklyn 11237 (Bushwick (West))
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