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559 4th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11215

BBL 3010470001 (Borough 3, Block 1047, Lot 1) · BIN 3023892, 3339628 · Last updated: · Park Slope · ZIP 11215

Also recorded in city data as: 133 16 St

Summary · as of November 8, 2026

559 4th Avenue (Brooklyn, NY 11215; tax lot BBL 3010470001) 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 1,800 sq ft lot zoned R8A. City tax records list the owner as 559 REALTY CORP. The Department of Finance's final market value for tax year 2027 is $2,336,000. As of November 8, 2026, NYC Open Data shows one DOB job with a permit issued but no sign-off, 11 active DOB violations and four active ECB violations. There were five 311 requests in the past 12 months and one HPD complaint since 2019. (Source: NYC Open Data — DOB, HPD, OATH, DOF, DCP and ACRIS datasets — compiled by NYC Property Facts.)

Owner of record
559 REALTY CORP
Building class
S9 · Mixed-use: dwelling with stores or offices, miscellaneous
Year built · units
1931 · 4 res.
Lot area · zoning
1,800 sq ft · R8A
Market value (DOF)
$2,336,000 FY2027
Last priced deed
—
BBL
3010470001
BIN
3023892, 3339628

How to cite: NYC Property Facts, “559 4th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11215 (BBL 3010470001)”, data as of 2026-11-08, https://nycpropertyfacts.com/ny/brooklyn/559-4th-avenue-3010470001. 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)
559 REALTY CORPThe 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
2
Lot size
1,800 sq ft (20 ft × 90 ft)
Building floor area
5,352 sq ft (incl. 1,800 sq ft commercial)
Zoning
R8A, C2-4, EC-1The 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)
2.97 built / 6.02 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 3010470001 (Borough 3, Block 1047, Lot 1) · BIN 3023892, 3339628BBL 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; last loaded 2026-11-08; Building Footprints — city dataset updated 2026-11-08; last loaded 2026-11-08

Tax assessment

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

Market value (tax year 2027, final roll)
$2,336,000The 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
$1,051,200The portion of market value that taxes are calculated on (capped by law for small homes).
Taxable value (final)
$154,167Assessed value minus any exemptions.
Tax class
Tax class 2A – residential rental, 4–6 units
Tax yearRollMarket valueAssessed valueTax class
2027Final$2,336,000$1,051,2002A
2026Final$1,947,000$876,1502A
2025Final$1,622,400$730,0802A

Source: DOF Property Valuation and Assessment Data — city dataset updated 2026-09-14; last loaded 2026-11-08

Sales & deed history 6

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
1995-12-21DEED$0 / not statedLee, Norman; Yau, Chin Woo Lei; Wong, Kin Yung559 Realty CorpFT_3550005042355
1985-05-01DEED$0 / not statedNathanson, JacobLee, Norman; Yau, Chin Woo Lei; Wong, Kin YungFT_3800001087680
1984-11-15DEED$0 / not statedRuiz, AsdrubalNathanson, JacobFT_3090001054009
1982-08-17DEED$0 / not stated
one deed covering 3581 lots; price is for all of them
Commissioner FinancenyNew York CityFT_3250000923125
1977-03-16DEED$0 / not statedPietrantonio AngelaRuiz AsdrubalBK_7730090800720
1971-03-24DEED$0 / not statedCriston Rlty CorpPietrantonio Domenico; Pietrantonio AngelaBK_7130047200319

Source: ACRIS Real Property Master — city dataset updated 2026-10-08; last loaded 2026-11-08; ACRIS Real Property Legals — city dataset updated 2026-10-08; last loaded 2026-11-08; ACRIS Real Property Parties — city dataset updated 2026-10-08; last loaded 2026-11-08

DOB job filings 1 open of 2

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 · 2010-11-04
320058165
BIS
A2 – Alteration with multiple work types (no change to use/occupancy)2009-08-25$45,500
Not open
PLAN EXAM - APPROVED · 2000-07-11
301045562
BIS
A2 – Alteration with multiple work types (no change to use/occupancy)2000-06-30$100

Source: DOB NOW: Build – Job Application Filings — city dataset updated 2026-11-07; last loaded 2026-11-08; DOB Job Application Filings (BIS) — city dataset updated 2026-11-07; last loaded 2026-11-08

Work permits 13

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
2010-11-042011-11-04320058165
BIS
Equipment work / Other / general constructionISSUED (renewal)
2009-11-132010-11-07320058165
BIS
Equipment work / Other / general constructionISSUED (renewal)
2009-09-142010-09-14320058165
BIS
Plumbing / PlumbingISSUED (initial)
2009-08-262009-11-07320058165
BIS
Equipment work / Other / general constructionISSUED (initial)
2009-08-262009-11-07320058165
BIS
Equipment work / Mechanical/HVACISSUED (initial)
1997-04-011997-06-30300490957
BIS
SignISSUED (initial)
1997-04-011997-06-30300490966
BIS
SignISSUED (initial)
1997-04-011997-06-30300492250
BIS
SignISSUED (initial)
1997-04-011997-06-30300492269
BIS
SignISSUED (initial)
1995-11-301996-06-30300449511
BIS
SignISSUED (initial)
1995-11-301996-06-30300449502
BIS
SignISSUED (initial)
1995-11-301996-06-30300449496
BIS
SignISSUED (initial)

Showing 12 of 13 records. The API and the source dataset have the full list.

Source: DOB NOW: Build – Approved Permits — city dataset updated 2026-11-07; last loaded 2026-11-08; DOB Permit Issuance (BIS) — city dataset updated 2026-11-07; last loaded 2026-11-07

DOB violations 11 active of 15

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
2023-06-20LBLVIO-LOW PRESSURE BOILER BOILER REQUIREDVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2019 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTIONV062023LBLVIO31756
Active
V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE
2023-06-20LBLVIO-LOW PRESSURE BOILER BOILER REQUIREDVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2018 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTIONV062023LBLVIO09893
Active
V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE
2019-11-08LBLVIO-LOW PRESSURE BOILER BOILER REQUIREDVIOLATION ISSUED FOR FAILURE TO FILE ANNUAL BOILER 2017 INSPECTION REPORTV110819LBLVIO09875
Active
V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE
2015-03-03LBLVIO-LOW PRESSURE BOILER BOILER REQUIREDVIOLATION ISSUED FOR FAILURE TO FILE ANNUAL BOILER 2013 INSPECTION REPORTV030315LBLVIO06462
Active
VW-VIOLATION WORK WITHOUT PERMIT - ACTIVE
2001-10-30C-CONSTRUCTION OTHER OPTIONALWORK WITHOUT A PERMIT: WORK NOTED: ROLL UP GATES INSTALLED ON COMMERCIAL STORE AREA'S AND TWO METAL ENCLOSURES AROUND SIDEWALK VAULTS 3' X 4' NOTED REMEDY: OBTAIN PERMIT IF FEASIBLE (OR) RESTORE TO PRIOR LEGAL CONDITIONVW103001C07A03
Active
V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE
2001-09-10C-CONSTRUCTION OTHER OPTIONALV091001C SHO2DP
Active
V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE
2001-09-10C-CONSTRUCTION OTHER OPTIONALV091001CZSTF02DP
Active
V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE
2001-09-10C-CONSTRUCTION OTHER OPTIONALV091001CSH01DP
Active
V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE
2001-09-10C-CONSTRUCTION OTHER OPTIONALV091001CZSTF03DP
Active
V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE
2001-09-10C-CONSTRUCTION OTHER OPTIONALV091001CZSTF01DP
Active
V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE
1996-05-23ES-ELECTRIC SIGNS NONEV052396ES0602H
Resolved/dismissed
V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED
1998-05-04LL6291-LOCAL LAW 62/91 - BOILERS BOILER REQUIREDV*050498LL629124363
Resolved/dismissed
V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED
1995-06-01ES-ELECTRIC SIGNS NONEV*060195ES0702M
Resolved/dismissed
V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED
1995-06-01ES-ELECTRIC SIGNS NONEV*060195ES0701M
Resolved/dismissed
V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED
1995-06-01ES-ELECTRIC SIGNS NONEV*060195ES0703M

Source: DOB Violations — city dataset updated 2026-11-07; last loaded 2026-11-08

ECB violations (DOB) 4 active of 4

DOB violations that go to a hearing at OATH (formerly the Environmental Control Board) and can carry fines. Active or Resolved follows the DOB violation status field. The hearing status is about the hearing and its penalty: written off means the city stopped collecting the fine, not that the condition was corrected. A balance due is a fine the city says is unpaid.

StatusIssuedSeverityWhat it was forPenalty / paid / balanceECB #
Active
Hearing: WRITTEN OFF · Certification: NO COMPLIANCE RECORDED
Written off refers to the penalty, not the violation.
2001-10-30Non-HazardousWORK WITHOUT A PERMIT: WORK NOTED: ROLL UP GATES INSTALLED ON COMMERCIAL STORE AREA'S AND TWO METAL ENCLOSURES AROUND SIDEWALK VAULTS 3' X4' NOTED. REMEDY: OBTAIN PERMIT IF FEASIBLE (OR) RESTORE TO PRIOR LEGAL$2,500 / $0 / $034304412K
Active
Hearing: WRITTEN OFF
Written off refers to the penalty, not the violation.
1996-05-09Non-HazardousPLUMBING WORK WITHOUT A PERMIT.4 P R C STACKS &NEW UNDERGROUND PLUMBING FOR WASTE & SHOWER FLOOR DRAINS REMOVED VENT & CONVECTED ILLEGAL MATERIALS WHICH DO NOT COMPLY WITH R S 16 OF CODE REMEDY OBTAIN A PERMIT$1,000 / $0 / $034138612Y
Active
Hearing: WRITTEN OFF
Written off refers to the penalty, not the violation.
2000-01-04Non-HazardousWORK WITHOUT PERMIT. WORK NOTED AT FRONT OF BUILDING A STEEL GATE APPROX 8'X8'X6' DEEP WAS INSTALLED CREATING A CAGE ENCOMPASSING THE ENTRANCE TO CELLAR. OBTAIN A PERMIT IF FEASIBLE OR RESTORE TO PROIR$2,500 / $0 / $034221603J
Active
Hearing: IN VIOLATION · Certification: NO COMPLIANCE RECORDED
2009-08-07CLASS - 1FAILURE TO PROVIDE UNOBSTRUCTED EXIT PASSAGEWAY FOUND AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION EXCESSIVE CONST MATERIALS AND DEBRIS BLOCKING THE LANDING AT THE 3RD FL WHERE CONST ACTIVITIES IS IN PROCESS REMEDY: REMOVE$1,200 / $1,200 / $034796534M

Source: DOB ECB Violations — city dataset updated 2026-11-07; last loaded 2026-11-08

OATH tickets (all agencies) 0 unpaid of 24

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 #
No balance due Default
PAID IN FULL · DEFAULTED
2024-09-06Dep - Bureau Of Env. CompliancIDLING OF MOTOR VEHICLE ENGINE MORE THAN THREE MINUTES 3RD AND SUBAMAZON LOGISTICS INC$2,000 / $2,628 / $0000882586L
No balance due
PAID IN FULL
2022-01-09Sanitation OthersLOOSE RUBBISH 1ST OCCURRENCE559 REALTY CORP$50 / $50 / $0047336493J
No balance due
PAID IN FULL
2020-12-21Sanitation OthersLOOSE RUBBISH559 REALTY CORP$100 / $100 / $0047073239M
No balance due
PAID IN FULL
2019-12-23Dos - Enforcement AgentsFAILURE TO PROPERLY PUT RECYCS OUT FOR COLLECTION 1TO8DWELLING UNITS559 REALTY CORP$25 / $25 / $0041969579M
No balance due
HEARING COMPLETED · DISMISSED
2019-03-20Police DepartmentRIGHT OF WAY - FAILURE TO YIELD, PHYSICAL INJURYWILLIAMS$0 / $0 / $00199949540
No balance due Default
PAID IN FULL · DEFAULTED
2017-11-25Dos - Enforcement AgentsUNCOVERED RECEPTACLES 1ST OFFENSE559 REALTY CORP$300 / $303 / $0045250384K
No balance due
PAID IN FULL
2017-01-30Sanitation DeptFAILURE TO BUNDLE NEWSPAPES MAGAZINES CARDBOARD 1 TO 8 DWELLING UNITS559 REALTY CORP$25 / $25 / —044601634J
No balance due
PAID IN FULL
2015-11-23Sanitation DeptRECYC PLACED FOR COLLECTION W NON-RECYC 1 TO 8 DWELLING UNITS559 REALTY CORP$25 / $25 / —041734305Z
No balance due
PAID IN FULL
2015-05-19Sanitation DeptSIDEWALK OBSTRUCTION559 SMOKE SHOP INC$100 / $100 / —042065818P
No balance due
PAID IN FULL
2015-03-15Sanitation OthersSTORAGE OF RECEPTACLES559 REALTY CORP$100 / $100 / $00184663876
No balance due Default
PAID IN FULL · DEFAULTED
2015-01-03Dos - Enforcement AgentsPOSTING OF SIGN PERMIT, WASTE REMOVALBREATHE EASY SPA ENTERPRISES L$100 / $116 / $0042185939H
No balance due
WRITTEN OFF · WRITTEN OFF
2013-08-19Dos - Enforcement AgentsPOSTING OF SIGN PERMIT, WASTE REMOVALBREATHE EASY SPA$100 / $0 / $0041638045L

Showing 12 of 24 records. The API and the source dataset have the full list.

Source: OATH Hearings Division Case Status — city dataset updated 2026-11-08; last loaded 2026-11-08

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
129275
Last registered
2026-08-20
Registration valid until
2027-09-01 CurrentRegistrations must be renewed every year.
RoleNameCompanyBusiness city
AgentNelson GuzmanKings County Public AdministratorBrooklyn, Ny
CorporateownerEstate of Crisino VergaraBrooklyn, Ny
HeadofficerKerry ArcherBrooklyn, Ny
SitemanagerNelson Guzman

Source: HPD Multiple Dwelling Registrations — city dataset updated 2026-11-04; last loaded 2026-11-08; HPD Registration Contacts — city dataset updated 2026-11-04; last loaded 2026-11-08

HPD housing-code violations 0 open of 8

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 · 2025-12-04
I2025-11-24§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 · 2025-12-04
I2024-12-04§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 · 2025-12-04
I2023-11-28§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 · 2025-12-04
I2022-11-17§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 · 2025-12-04
I2022-03-16§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 · 2025-12-04
I2021-04-21§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 · 2025-12-04
I2019-11-08§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 · 2018-09-04
I2018-01-12§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

Source: HPD Housing Maintenance Code Violations — city dataset updated 2026-11-08; last loaded 2026-11-08

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
2019-10-18CLOSEBUILDIPlumbing – Water SupplyThe 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 — city dataset updated 2026-11-08; last loaded 2026-11-08

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.

OpenedAgencyComplaintStatusClosed
2026-09-19DSNYAbandoned Bike – Chained to Public PropertyClosed2026-09-21
2026-06-24DOTSidewalk Condition – Broken SidewalkClosed2026-07-14
2026-06-09DOBSpecial Projects Inspection Team (SPIT) – Sign/Awning/Marquee - Illegal/No PermitOpen2026-06-09
2026-04-27DOTStreet Condition – Rough, Pitted or Cracked RoadsClosed2026-05-13
2026-04-21DOTSidewalk Condition – Broken SidewalkClosed2026-04-30

Source: 311 Service Requests from 2020 to Present — city dataset updated 2026-11-07; last loaded 2026-11-07; a later sync attempt failed on 2026-11-08; showing the last successful load

Nearby properties

Ordered by map distance among lots on this street within 40 house numbers and on this tax block within 15 lot numbers.

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