515 Argyle Road, Brooklyn, NY 11218
BBL 3051770054 (Borough 3, Block 5177, Lot 54) · BIN 3417375, 3119338 · Last updated:
Summary · as of October 31, 2026
515 Argyle Road (Brooklyn, NY 11218; tax lot BBL 3051770054) is a two-family home (building class B3: two-family home converted from one-family), built around 1905, on a 4,000 sq ft lot zoned R3X. City tax records list the owner as KESSLER, BRETT AMY; per ACRIS, a deed to this owner dated April 9, 2019 lists a price of $1,675,000. The Department of Finance's final market value for tax year 2027 is $1,428,000. As of October 31, 2026, NYC Open Data shows two DOB jobs with a permit issued but no sign-off and two OATH tickets with an unpaid balance. There were five 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
- KESSLER, BRETT AMY
- Building class
- B3 · Two-family home converted from one-family
- Year built · units
- 1905 · 2 res.
- Lot area · zoning
- 4,000 sq ft · R3X
- Market value (DOF)
- $1,428,000 FY2027
- Last priced deed
- $1,675,000 · 2019-04-09
- BBL
- 3051770054
- BIN
- 3417375, 3119338
- 2Open DOB jobs (permit issued, no sign-off)
- 0Active DOB violations
- 0Active ECB violations
- 0Open HPD violations
- 2OATH tickets with unpaid balance
How to cite: NYC Property Facts, “515 Argyle Road, Brooklyn, NY 11218 (BBL 3051770054)”, data as of 2026-10-31, https://nycpropertyfacts.com/ny/brooklyn/515-argyle-road-3051770054. 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)
- KESSLER, BRETT AMYThe owner name on the city’s tax records. It can lag behind recent sales and is often an LLC.
- Building class
- B3 – Two-family home converted from one-familyThe Department of Finance’s category for what kind of building this is.
- Land use
- One- & two-family buildingsCity Planning’s broad category of how the lot is used.
- Year built
- 1905Often an estimate for older buildings. Major alteration recorded: 2019.
- Floors
- 2.5
- Units
- 2 residential / 2 totalResidential units are apartments; total includes stores and offices.
- Buildings on lot
- 2
- Lot size
- 4,000 sq ft (40 ft × 100 ft)
- Building floor area
- 2,054 sq ft
- Zoning
- R3XThe zoning district sets what can be built and used here. Residential district.
- Built vs. allowed density (FAR)
- 0.51 built / 0.75 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).
- Historic district
- Ditmas Park West Historic DistrictExterior changes in a historic district need Landmarks Preservation Commission approval.
- Identifiers
- BBL 3051770054 (Borough 3, Block 5177, Lot 54) · BIN 3417375, 3119338BBL 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)
- $1,428,000The 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
- $85,680The portion of market value that taxes are calculated on (capped by law for small homes).
- Taxable value (final)
- $48,690Assessed value minus any exemptions.
- Tax class
- Tax class 1 – 1–3 family homes (and some small mixed-use / vacant lots)
| Tax year | Roll | Market value | Assessed value | Tax class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Final | $1,428,000 | $85,680 | 1 |
| 2026 | Final | $1,639,000 | $98,340 | 1 |
| 2025 | Final | $1,474,000 | $88,440 | 1 |
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.
| Date | Type | Price | Seller (grantor) | Buyer (grantee) | Doc ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-04-09 | DEED | $1,675,000 | Jessica Van Arnam, As Trustee; Jan Van Arnam, As Trustee; Loretta Van Arnam Trust | Kessler, Brett Amy | 2019041100708002 |
| 2014-10-29 | DEED, LE | $0 / not stated | Van Arnam, Loretta | Jessica Van Arnam, As Trustee; Jan Van Arnam, Jr., As Trustee; Loretta Van Arnam Trust | 2015021900955001 |
| 2004-11-03 | DEED | $0 / not stated | Van Arnam, Loretta; Van Arnam, Jan | Van Arnam, Loretta | 2004111600021001 |
| 1986-11-20 | DEED | $0 / not stated | Abramson, Edward | Van Arnam, Loretta; Vav Arnam, Jan | FT_3400001234240 |
| 1986-01-31 | DEED | $0 / not stated | Ebady, Amin M E | Abramson, Edward | FT_3910001144791 |
| 1985-02-22 | DEED | $0 / not stated | Rusi, Turan; Rusi, Lirije | Ebady, Amin M.E. | FT_3240001071824 |
| 1977-08-23 | DEED | $0 / not stated | Rusi Selim | Rusi Turan; Rusi Lirije | BK_7730094000375 |
| 1975-08-05 | DEED | $0 / not stated | Battersby Hugh A; Battersby Gertrude R | Rusi Turan; Rusi Selim; Rusi Lirije | BK_7530079500001 |
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 2 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.
| Status | Job # | Type | Filed | Est. cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Permitted, not signed off Permit Entire · 2020-12-27 | B00211224-I1 DOB NOW | Alteration | 2020-07-13 | $24,000 |
| Permitted, not signed off Permit Entire · 2021-10-27 | B00202001-I1 DOB NOW | Alteration | 2019-12-04 | $57,000 |
| Not open Approved · 2021-10-12 | B00202001-P1 DOB NOW | Alteration | 2021-10-08 | $57,000 |
| Not open SIGNED OFF · 2021-12-02 | 322004558 BIS | A2 – Alteration with multiple work types (no change to use/occupancy) | 2019-11-21 | $137,000 |
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 7
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-10-27 | 2021-12-13 | B00202001-I1 DOB NOW | Plumbing PLUMBING WORK AS SHOWN ON PLANS | Signed-off |
| 2021-03-12 | 2021-12-04 | 322004558 BIS | Equipment work / Other / general construction | ISSUED (renewal) |
| 2020-12-03 | 2021-10-10 | B00211224-I1 DOB NOW | Mechanical Systems Mechanical Equipment as shown on plans. No change of use, occupancy, fire-protection or egress. Per directive 14/75. | Permit Issued |
| 2020-11-19 | 2020-12-04 | B00211224-I1 DOB NOW | Mechanical Systems Mechanical Equipment as shown on plans. No change of use, occupancy, fire-protection or egress. Per directive 14/75. | Permit Issued |
| 2020-08-20 | 2020-10-10 | B00211224-I1 DOB NOW | Mechanical Systems Mechanical Equipment as shown on plans. No change of use, occupancy, fire-protection or egress. Per directive 14/75. | Permit Issued |
| 2020-07-08 | 2021-07-08 | B00202001-I1 DOB NOW | Plumbing PLUMBING WORK AS SHOWN ON PLANS | Signed-off |
| 2020-07-07 | 2020-10-10 | 322004558 BIS | Equipment work / Other / general construction | 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 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 2026-10-31; 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) 2 unpaid of 14
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 DOCKETED · IN VIOLATION | 2020-02-28 | Asbestos Control Program | FAILED TO INSTALL REQUIRED ISOLATION BARRIERS AS SPECIFIED | KESSLER | $1,500 / $0 / $1,950 | 051001849L |
| Unpaid balance Default DOCKETED · DEFAULTED | 2020-02-27 | Asbestos Control Program | FAILED FOLLOW SPECIFIED AREA SAMPLING SCHED FOR AIR MONITORING | ASSOCIATE ENVIRONMENTAL INCO | $4,800 / $0 / $7,200 | 051002047Y |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL | 2025-02-26 | Dos - Enforcement Agents | IMPROPER RECEPTACLE FAILURE TO CONTAINERIZE - RESIDENTIAL 1ST | KESSLER BRETT AMY | $50 / $50 / $0 | 048811526N |
| No balance due Default PAID IN FULL · DEFAULTED | 2025-01-08 | Sanitation Others | IMPROPER RECEPTACLE FAILURE TO CONTAINERIZE - RESIDENTIAL 1ST | KESSLER BRETT AMY | $300 / $326 / $0 | 048874212Z |
| No balance due Default PAID IN FULL · DEFAULTED | 2023-08-23 | Sanitation Others | FAILURE TO PROPERLY PUT RECYCS OUT FOR COLLECTION 1TO8DWELLING UNITS | KESSLER BRETT AMY | $25 / $25 / $0 | 048033563Y |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL · IN VIOLATION | 2020-02-28 | Asbestos Control Program | FAILED TO INSTALL REQUIRED ISOLATION BARRIERS AS SPECIFIED | CONTRACTING INC | $1,500 / $1,500 / $0 | 051001848J |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL · IN VIOLATION | 2020-02-27 | Asbestos Control Program | FAILED TO BAG ACM DIRECTLY UPON DETACHMENT FROM SUBSTRATE | CONTRACTING INC | $1,500 / $1,958 / $0 | 051002046M |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL · SETTL IN-VIO | 2020-02-27 | Asbestos Control Program | FAILED TO BAG ACM DIRECTLY UPON DETACHMENT FROM SUBSTRATE | KESSLER | $4,800 / $3,944 / $0 | 051002045K |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL | 2011-09-07 | Dos - Enforcement Agents | NON-RECYC LEFT IN RECYC CONTAINER FOR COLLECTION 1TO8 DWELLING UNITS | VAN ARNAN LORETTA | $25 / $25 / — | 041454425R |
| No balance due Default PAID IN FULL · DEFAULTED | 2009-06-26 | Dos - Enforcement Agents | STORAGE OF RECEPTACLES | VAN ARNAN LORETTA | $130 / $130 / — | 041703365Z |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL | 2008-06-06 | Dos - Enforcement Agents | STORAGE OF RECEPTACLES | VAN ARNAN LORETTA | $100 / $100 / — | 041941049K |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL | 2005-02-09 | $25 / $25 / — | 0145511998 |
Showing 12 of 14 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.
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 2026-10-28; 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 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 2026-10-31; 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) 5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-30 | NYPD | Illegal Parking – Commercial Overnight Parking | Closed | 2026-09-30 |
| 2026-09-28 | NYPD | Illegal Parking – Commercial Overnight Parking | Closed | 2026-09-29 |
| 2026-09-28 | NYPD | Illegal Parking – Commercial Overnight Parking | Closed | 2026-09-29 |
| 2026-08-05 | NYPD | Illegal Parking – Commercial Overnight Parking | Closed | 2026-08-05 |
| 2026-07-01 | NYPD | Illegal Parking – Commercial Overnight Parking | Closed | 2026-07-02 |
Source: 311 Service Requests from 2020 to Present — city dataset updated 2026-10-31; data as of 2026-10-31
Nearby properties
On Argyle Rd
- 512 Argyle Road
- 511 Argyle Road
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- 508 Argyle Road
- 505 Argyle Road
- 501 Argyle Road
- 500 Argyle Road (one open item)
- 496 Argyle Road
- 495 Argyle Road
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- 445 Argyle Road
- 446 Rugby Road (one open item)
- 454 Rugby Road (one open item)
- 458 Rugby Road
- 462 Rugby Road (one open item)
- 470 Rugby Road
- 474 Rugby Road
- 480 Rugby Road
- 484 Rugby Road
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All properties on Argyle Rd, Brooklyn · All of Brooklyn 11218 (Kensington)
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