Higher is better. Based on 26 data sources across violations, complaints, permits, sales, and legal records.
Limited Data
This building is in excellent condition — well-maintained and fully compliant
No red flags found. Standard due diligence recommended.
183 Forbell Street is a two-family home built in 1920 in Brooklyn with 2 residential units. It carries a Grade A health score — one of the cleaner records in its peer group, with no open violations or active complaints. Active permit activity suggests ongoing maintenance investment. Our analysis reviewed 23 records across 26 public data sources, benchmarked against similar small prewar residential buildings in NYC.
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vs Neighborhood (11208)
8,096 buildings in this zip code
67th
Better than 67% of buildings in 11208
Above average
Avg score: 88
WorstBest in 11208
Clean record
No open violations, no complaints, no liens — this building is well-maintained and fully compliant.
Score Breakdown
Living ConditionsBased on housing violations — things like heat, hot water, pests, mold
No issues
Building SafetyStructural issues, fire safety, elevator problems, code violations
No issues
Complaint BurdenHow often residents call 311 or file complaints about this building
94Excellent
Management QualityHow quickly the owner fixes problems and maintains the building
No issues
Financial HealthTax liens, water debt, unpaid city charges
No issues
Legal & EnforcementCity lawsuits and legal actions against the building owner
No issues
Maintenance HistoryBoiler, facade, and routine upkeep inspection records
Ownership changes, mortgages, and financial transactions recorded for this property.
Feb 10, 2026
DEED - $0
Recorded
CRFN: 2026000040507
Sep 30, 2015
Assignment
Recorded
CRFN: 2015000348948
Oct 26, 2005
Assignment
Recorded
CRFN: 2005000599938
Feb 10, 2004
Mortgage — $195,000
Recorded
CRFN: 2004000078488
Feb 10, 2004
Deed Transfer
Recorded
CRFN: 2004000078487
Dec 8, 1998
Mortgage — $104,000
Recorded
Dec 8, 1998
Tax Lien Sale
Recorded
No tax liens found for this property.
No litigation records found for this property.
Complete record of violations, complaints, permits, and other events for this building, newest first.
Medium Priority (2)
Safety Complaint
Sep 8, 2017• 8 years ago
A8
DOB Complaint #45
Category: 45
Disposition: A8
Disposition Date: 10/25/2017
Inspection Date: 10/24/2017
Unit: BKLYN
Safety Complaint
Jul 21, 2008• 17 years ago
C4
DOB Complaint #45
Category: 45
Disposition: C4
Disposition Date: 09/05/2008
Inspection Date: 09/04/2008
Unit: BKLYN
Low Priority (1)
Code Violation
Jun 1, 2005• 20 years ago
RESOLVE
Construction: ALTERED BUILDING OCCUPIED WITHOUT A VALID CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY ALT#1 301812858. AT INSPECTION CO — $180 penalty
Type: Construction
ECB Status: RESOLVE
Severity: Non-Hazardous
Penalty: $180
Amount Paid: $180
Balance Due: $0
Hearing: STIPULATION/IN-VIO
Respondent: 53 VIL CONSTRUCTION INC
Law: 27-215 ALTERED BLDG OCCUPIED WITHOUT A VALID CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY
Informational (14)
Tax Record
Jan 1, 2027• Today
Assessed
Tax Year 2027 Market Value: $767,000
Owner: ISLAM, RAFIQUL
Year Built: 1,920
Building Class: B9
Gross Area: 1,316 sqft
Units: 2
Stories: 2
Zoning: R5
Assessed Value: $46,020
Market Value: $767,000
Property Sale
Feb 10, 2026• 1 month ago
Recorded
DEED - $0
CRFN: 2026000040507
Tax Record
Jan 1, 2026• 2 months ago
Assessed
Tax Year 2026 Market Value: $706,000
Owner: ISLAM, RAFIQUL
Year Built: 1,920
Building Class: B9
Gross Area: 1,316 sqft
Units: 2
Stories: 2
Zoning: R5
Assessed Value: $42,360
Market Value: $706,000
Tax Record
Jan 1, 2025• 1 year ago
Assessed
Tax Year 2025 Market Value: $638,000
Owner: ISLAM, RAFIQUL
Year Built: 1,920
Building Class: B9
Gross Area: 1,316 sqft
Units: 2
Stories: 2
Zoning: R5
Assessed Value: $38,280
Market Value: $638,000
Approved Permit
Oct 27, 2018• 7 years ago
ISSUED
Minor Alteration
Job Type: A3
Permit Status: ISSUED
Filing Date: 10/27/2018
Owner: LV CONTRACTING SOLUTIONS
Permit
Oct 21, 2018• 7 years ago
X
Minor Alteration: INSTALL DRY WALL PARTITION IN 1ST FL APT INCLUDING INTERIOR DOOR AS PER PLAN ADDRESS ECB #35236881H
Job Type: A3
Job Description: INSTALL DRY WALL PARTITION IN 1ST FL APT INCLUDING INTERIOR DOOR AS PER PLAN ADDRESS ECB #35236881H
Permit Status: X
Filing Date: 10/21/2018
Owner: LV CONTRACTING SOLUTIONS
Building Type: 1-2-3 FAMILY
Existing Stories: 2
Proposed Stories: 2
Approved Permit
Jan 8, 2018• 8 years ago
ISSUED
Minor Alteration
Job Type: A3
Permit Status: ISSUED
Filing Date: 01/08/2018
Owner: N/A
Permit
Dec 27, 2017• 8 years ago
R
Minor Alteration: APPLICATION FILE TO TEMPORARY INSTALL RAMP AT FRONT YARD FOR HANDICAP PATIENT AS PER PLAN. NO CHANGE
Job Type: A3
Job Description: APPLICATION FILE TO TEMPORARY INSTALL RAMP AT FRONT YARD FOR HANDICAP PATIENT AS PER PLAN. NO CHANGE IN USE, OCCUPANCY OR EGRESS UNDER THIS APPLICATION.
Permit Status: R
Filing Date: 12/27/2017
Owner: N/A
Building Type: 1-2-3 FAMILY
Existing Stories: 2
Proposed Stories: 2
Property Sale
Sep 30, 2015• 10 years ago
Recorded
Assignment
CRFN: 2015000348948
Property Sale
Oct 26, 2005• 20 years ago
Recorded
Assignment
CRFN: 2005000599938
Approved Permit
Apr 8, 2005• 20 years ago
ISSUED
Major Alteration
Job Type: A1
Permit Status: ISSUED
Filing Date: Apr 8, 2005
Owner: NA
Approved Permit
Apr 8, 2005• 20 years ago
ISSUED
Major Alteration
Job Type: A1
Permit Status: ISSUED
Filing Date: 04/08/2005
Owner: NA
Permit
Mar 3, 2004• 22 years ago
X
Major Alteration: TO CONVERT FROM ONE(1) FAMILY TOA TWO (2 ) FAMILY
Job Type: A1
Job Description: TO CONVERT FROM ONE(1) FAMILY TOA TWO (2 ) FAMILY
Permit Status: X
Filing Date: 03/03/2004
Owner: NA
Building Type: 1-2-3 FAMILY
Existing Stories: 0
Proposed Stories: 2
Property Sale
Feb 10, 2004• 22 years ago
Recorded
Mortgage — $195,000
CRFN: 2004000078488
Other Events (3)
Code Violation
Jul 6, 2018• 7 years ago
RESOLVE
Construction: FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH COMMISSIONERS ORDER CONTAINED IN SUMMONS/VIOLA TION#35236881H ISSUED ON 10/24 — $625 penalty
Type: Construction
ECB Status: RESOLVE
Severity: CLASS - 2
Penalty: $625
Amount Paid: $625
Balance Due: $0
Hearing: IN VIOLATION
Respondent: KHAN ZABER AHMAD
Law: AC 28-204.4 FAIL TO COMPLY W/COMMISSIONER ORDER TO FILE CERT OF CORRECTION W/DOB
Code Violation
Oct 24, 2017• 8 years ago
RESOLVE
Construction: WORK W/O A PERMIT,OBSERVED: FULL HEIGHT DRYWALL PARTITION ERECTED IN 1ST FL APT INCLUDING INTERIOR D — $200 penalty
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