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218 Knickerbocker Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237

BBL 3031860028 (Block 3186, Lot 28) · BIN 3072519 · Last updated:

Summary

218 Knickerbocker Avenue (Brooklyn, NY 11237) is a store building (building class K2: store building (subtype K2)), built around 1950, on a 6,700 sq ft lot zoned R6. City tax records list the owner as YEHUDA REALTY NO. 2 LLC. The Department of Finance's final market value for tax year 2027 is $1,097,000. As of October 31, 2026, NYC Open Data shows three DOB jobs with a permit issued but no sign-off, eight active DOB violations and five OATH tickets with an unpaid balance. There were six 311 requests in the past 12 months and one HPD complaint 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)
YEHUDA REALTY NO. 2 LLCThe owner name on the city’s tax records. It can lag behind recent sales and is often an LLC.
Building class
K2 – Store building (subtype K2)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.
Floors
2
Units
0 residential / 2 totalResidential units are apartments; total includes stores and offices.
Buildings on lot
1
Lot size
6,700 sq ft (67 ft × 100 ft)
Building floor area
8,700 sq ft (incl. 8,700 sq ft commercial)
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)
1.30 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 3031860028 (Borough 3, Block 3186, Lot 28) · BIN 3072519BBL identifies the tax lot; BIN identifies each building (from DOB/HPD/footprint records).

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)
$1,097,000The 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
$493,650The portion of market value that taxes are calculated on (capped by law for small homes).
Taxable value (final)
$412,920Assessed value minus any exemptions.
Tax class
Tax class 4 – commercial / industrial
Tax yearRollMarket valueAssessed valueTax class
2027Final$1,097,000$493,6504
2026Final$1,067,000$480,1504
2025Final$914,000$411,3004
2024Final$772,000$347,4004
2023Final$738,000$332,1004

Source: DOF Property Valuation and Assessment Data — dataset updated 2026-09-14, fetched 2026-10-31

Sales & deed history 4

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
2006-07-17DEED$0 / not stated
one deed covering 2 lots; price is for all of them
Yehuda Realty LlcYehuda Realty No. 2 Llc2006080801955001
2001-02-16DEED$0 / not stated
one deed covering 3 lots; price is for all of them
Big O Realty CompanyincYehunda Realty LlcFT_3310007574531
1976-09-14DEED$0 / not statedJohnino Rlty CorpOmage John; Omage EstherBK_7630087101217
1976-09-14DEED$0 / not statedOmage John; Omage EstherBig O Hamburger Co IncBK_7630087101213

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 3 open of 4

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 · 2002-01-29
301196104
BIS
A2 – Alteration with multiple work types (no change to use/occupancy)2001-07-09$25,000
Permitted, not signed off
PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK · 2018-09-26
301156692
BIS
A1 – Major alteration (changes use, egress or occupancy)2001-04-10$250,000
Permitted, not signed off
PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK · 2005-06-02
301156736
BIS
A2 – Alteration with multiple work types (no change to use/occupancy)2001-04-10$66,000
Not open
SIGNED OFF · 2003-07-25
301199129
BIS
A2 – Alteration with multiple work types (no change to use/occupancy)2001-07-16$97,000

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 16

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
2018-09-262019-04-16301156692
BIS
AlterationISSUED (renewal)
2005-06-022006-06-02301156736
BIS
Equipment work / SprinklerISSUED (renewal)
2005-06-022005-12-31301156692
BIS
Construction equipment (scaffold, fence, shed) / Construction equipmentISSUED (renewal)
2005-06-022006-06-10301156692
BIS
AlterationISSUED (renewal)
2005-06-022006-06-02301156736
BIS
Equipment work / SprinklerISSUED (renewal)
2005-06-022006-06-02301156736
BIS
Plumbing / PlumbingISSUED (renewal)
2004-02-042004-02-12301687725
BIS
SignISSUED (initial)
2003-06-232004-06-22301156692
BIS
Plumbing / PlumbingISSUED (renewal)
2003-01-032004-01-03301156692
BIS
Plumbing / PlumbingISSUED (initial)
2002-12-102003-12-10301156736
BIS
Equipment work / StandpipeISSUED (initial)
2002-12-102003-12-10301156736
BIS
Equipment work / SprinklerISSUED (initial)
2002-12-102003-12-10301156736
BIS
Plumbing / PlumbingISSUED (initial)

Showing 12 of 16 records. See the source dataset for the full list.

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 13

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
2012-10-01EVCAT1-ELEVATOR ANNUAL INSPECTION / TEST ELEVATORREQUIREDVIOLATION ISSUED TO ELEVATOR-FAILURE TO FILE CATEGORY 1 2011 INSPECTION/TESTV100112EVCAT102981
Active
V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE
2011-12-13EVCAT1-ELEVATOR ANNUAL INSPECTION / TEST ELEVATORREQUIREDVIOLATION ISSUED TO ELEVATOR-FAILURE TO FILE CATEGORY 1 2010 INSPECTION/TESTV121311EVCAT103221
Active
V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE
2010-10-08VCAT1-ELEVATOR ANNUAL INSPECTION / TEST ELEVATORREQUIREDV100810VCAT103968
Active
V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE
2009-02-27LL1081-LOCAL LAW 10/81 - ELEVATOR ELEVATOROPTIONALV022709LL108102504
Active
V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE
2008-03-21LL1081-LOCAL LAW 10/81 - ELEVATOR ELEVATOROPTIONALV032108LL108102881
Active
V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE
2007-04-02LL1081-LOCAL LAW 10/81 - ELEVATOR ELEVATOROPTIONALV040207LL108102876
Active
V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE
2005-10-01LL1081-LOCAL LAW 10/81 - ELEVATOR ELEVATOROPTIONALV100105LL108103455
Active
V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE
2004-11-19LL1081-LOCAL LAW 10/81 - ELEVATOR ELEVATOROPTIONALV111904LL108102540
Resolved/dismissed
VW*-VIOLATION - WORK W/O PERMIT DISMISSED
2006-11-28E-ELEVATOR ELEVATORREQUIREDVW*112806E9011/181552
Resolved/dismissed
V*-DOB VIOLATION - Resolved
2004-12-14E-ELEVATOR ELEVATORREQUIREDV*121404E90113115783
Resolved/dismissed
V*-DOB VIOLATION - Resolved
2003-06-05E-ELEVATOR ELEVATORREQUIREDV*060503E9013/374980
Resolved/dismissed
V*-DOB VIOLATION - Resolved
2002-08-22E-ELEVATOR ELEVATORREQUIRED3F5391V*082202E9011/360357
Resolved/dismissed
V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED
2002-02-19LL1081-LOCAL LAW 10/81 - ELEVATOR ELEVATOROPTIONALV*021902LL108102809

Source: DOB Violations — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31

ECB violations (DOB) 0 active of 3

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.

StatusIssuedSeverityWhat it was forPenalty / paid / balanceECB #
Resolved
IN VIOLATION · CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED
2003-02-12Non-Hazardous79X11. RESTORE TO SERVICE SO A FULL INSPECITON CAN BE MADE.$350 / $350 / $038135716K
Resolved
DEFAULT · CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED
2000-02-25Non-Hazardous49,18B 1- MEDONALD MILLER LOW WATER COU - OT MANUAL RESET - PIN IS MISSING 2- WATER COLUMN DRAIN IS REDUCED AND NEEDS ADDITIONAL VALUE 3- RECEIPT FOR WELDING OF HAND HOLES 4- SUBMIT P-2 FORM (MANUFACTURE DATA S$2,500 / $2,668 / $032018447K
Resolved
DEFAULT · CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED
2000-02-25Non-Hazardous49- LOW WATER CUT OUT - MC DONALD MILLER NOT EQUIPED WITH MANUAL RESET PIN 0 2 WATER COLUMN DRAIN REDUCED-3- FORM P-2 THE MANUFACTURER DATA SHEET TO SUBMIT AND FAX COPY TO THE INSPECTOR AT 212-312-8031$2,500 / $2,668 / $032018448M

Source: DOB ECB Violations — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31

OATH tickets (all agencies) 5 unpaid of 119

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.

StatusDateAgencyChargeRespondentImposed / paid / balanceTicket #
Unpaid balance
DOCKETED · IN VIOLATION
2025-10-08Sanitation OthersFAIL TO CLEAN 18 INCH INTO STREET COMM MAN INDUSTRIAL MIXED USE 1STKNICKERBOCKER DISCOUNT INC$50 / $0 / $50049412310M
Unpaid balance Default
DOCKETED · DEFAULTED
2025-01-28Sanitation OthersIMPROPER RECEPTACLE NON-RESIDENTIAL 1STKNICKERBOCKER DISCOUNT INC$300 / $0 / $300048898706P
Unpaid balance Default
DOCKETED · DEFAULTED
2018-10-10Dos - Enforcement AgentsSIDEWALK OBSTRUCTIONKNICKERBOCKER DISCOUNT INC$300 / $0 / $300042096605N
Unpaid balance Default
DOCKETED · DEFAULTED
2018-10-03Dos - Enforcement AgentsSIDEWALK OBSTRUCTIONKNICKERBOCKER DISCOUNT INC$300 / $0 / $300045660107Y
Unpaid balance Default
DOCKETED · DEFAULTED
2013-05-29Dos - Enforcement AgentsLOOSE RUBBISH3B OF KNICKERBOCKER AVE INC$300 / $0 / $300041796845N
Hearing pending
NEW ISSUANCE
2026-09-06Dos - Enforcement AgentsSIDEWALK OBSTRUCTION COMM MAN INDUSTRIAL MIXED USE 1STKNICKERBOCKER DISCOUNT$50 / $0 / $50049525008M
Hearing pending
RESCHEDULED
2026-06-30Dos - Enforcement AgentsILLEGAL POSTING OF HANDBILL NOTICELIVE NATION ENTERTAINMENT INC$75 / $0 / $75049857865H
No balance due
PAID IN FULL · IN VIOLATION
2024-12-17Dos - Enforcement AgentsSIDEWALK OBSTRUCTIONKNICKERBOCKER FURNITURE INC$50 / $51 / $0048742944J
No balance due Default
PAID IN FULL · DEFAULTED
2024-08-01Sanitation PoliceIMPROPER DISPOSAL - 1ST OFFENSEKHADIDEH$75 / $78 / $0047888544X
No balance due
PAID IN FULL · IN VIOLATION
2024-01-17Pcs - DohmhFAIL TO ELIMINATE RODENT INFESTATION SHOWN BY ACTIVE RODENT SIGNS 3RDLLC$300 / $300 / $00802927492
No balance due
PAID IN FULL · IN VIOLATION
2023-12-11Pcs - DohmhFAIL TO ELIMINATE RODENT INFESTATION SHOWN BY ACTIVE RODENT SIGNS 2NDLLC$300 / $300 / $00802892191
No balance due
PAID IN FULL · IN VIOLATION
2023-11-13Pcs - DohmhFAIL TO ELIMINATE RODENT INFESTATION SHOWN BY ACTIVE RODENT SIGNS 1STLLC$300 / $300 / $00802857440

Showing 12 of 119 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.

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 — 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 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 — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31

HPD complaints 1

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
2017-10-31CLOSE2RHeat/Hot Water – Apartment OnlyThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.

Source: HPD Housing Maintenance Code Complaints and Problems — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31

311 requests (last 12 months) 6

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
2026-10-09DPROvergrown Tree/Branches – Hitting BuildingIn Progress—
2026-09-13NYPDIllegal Parking – Blocked Bike LaneClosed2026-09-13
2026-08-18NYPDNoise - Street/Sidewalk – Loud TalkingClosed2026-08-18
2026-07-31DCWPConsumer Complaint – Department Store or MegastoreClosed2026-08-13
2026-06-27DOTSidewalk Condition – Broken SidewalkClosed2026-07-09
2025-11-24NYPDEncampment – N/AClosed2025-11-25

Source: 311 Service Requests from 2020 to Present — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31

Nearby properties

On Knickerbocker Ave

Same tax block (3186)

All properties on Knickerbocker Ave · All of 11237 (Bushwick)

Data as of October 31, 2026 (cached NYC Open Data; each section shows its own dataset date). Machine-readable: /api/property/3031860028.json