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610 Ovington Avenue, Brooklyn — Grade F | OpenStoop

610 OVINGTON AVENUE, Brooklyn

Building Health Grade: F (10/100)

Year Built: 1950 · Units: 59

610 Ovington Avenue

Brooklyn 11209

Health Score

Higher is better. Based on 26 data sources across violations, complaints, permits, sales, and legal records.

High Confidence

This building has critical unresolved issues — proceed with caution

Serious unresolved problems. Consider alternatives or get professional advice before proceeding.

610 Ovington Avenue is a cooperative apartment building built in 1950 in Brooklyn with 59 residential units. It carries a Grade F health score, with 10 open Class C hazardous violations and a history of heat and hot water complaints among the recorded concerns. Our analysis reviewed 874 records across 26 public data sources, benchmarked against similar large postwar residential buildings in NYC.

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vs Neighborhood (11209)

4,986 buildings in this zip code

0th

Better than 0% of buildings in 11209

Bottom tier

Avg score: 93

WorstBest in 11209

Alerts

Chronic Heat/Hot Water Issues

This building has a pattern of repeated heat or hot water complaints — a sign of persistent neglect.

Unresolved Critical Violation

The owner failed to comply with a Class C (immediately hazardous) violation order. This indicates willful neglect.

Score Breakdown

Living ConditionsBased on housing violations — things like heat, hot water, pests, mold

24Critical

Building SafetyStructural issues, fire safety, elevator problems, code violations

40Poor

Complaint BurdenHow often residents call 311 or file complaints about this building

53Fair

Management QualityHow quickly the owner fixes problems and maintains the building

80Good

Financial HealthTax liens, water debt, unpaid city charges

No issues

Legal & EnforcementCity lawsuits and legal actions against the building owner

58Fair

Maintenance HistoryBoiler, facade, and routine upkeep inspection records

60Fair

Violations by Year↓ Improving

Total: 428 violations · Peak: 93 in 2019

Event Activity by Category

Violations

428

Complaints

357

Financial

Permits

Compliance

Inspections

Legal

Total: 874 events across 7 categories

Key Statistics

359

Housing Violations→

(124 open)

City-documented problems with living conditions

48.5x neighborhood avg

Class C (Hazardous)→

Immediately dangerous conditions requiring urgent repair

20.0x neighborhood avg

Building Violations→

Department of Buildings code violations

20.5x neighborhood avg

Building Complaints→

Building-related 311 complaints (housing, safety, maintenance — excludes noise, parking, street)

6.1x neighborhood avg

Permits Issued→

Approved construction or renovation work

Near average

1950

Built 76 years ago

↑Improving — 6 violations this year vs 10 last year

Sale History

Ownership changes, mortgages, and financial transactions recorded for this property.

Aug 4, 2016

Assignment of Lease & Rents — $1,000,000

Recorded

CRFN: 2016000268481

Aug 4, 2016

Mortgage — $284,191.64

Recorded

CRFN: 2016000268479

Jan 6, 2011

Transfer Tax — $140,000

Recorded

CRFN: 2011000006159

Sep 5, 2001

Mortgage — $16,346.23

Recorded

Sep 5, 2001

Assignment

Recorded

Sep 5, 2001

Assignment

Recorded

Sep 5, 2001

Assignment

Recorded

Nov 22, 1996

Assignment

Recorded

Nov 16, 1994

Assignment

Recorded

Dec 4, 1987

Deed Transfer

Recorded

Dec 23, 1986

Mortgage — $894,457.76

Recorded

Dec 23, 1986

LEAS

Recorded

Oct 21, 1986

VAC

Recorded

May 28, 1986

Deed Transfer

Recorded

Feb 9, 1972

Assignment

Recorded

Feb 9, 1972

Assignment

Recorded

Feb 9, 1972

Assignment

Recorded

Feb 9, 1972

Mortgage

Recorded

Oct 18, 1966

Assignment

Recorded

Mar 30, 1966

Assignment

Recorded

No tax liens found for this property.

Litigation History

Legal actions taken by the city against this building's owner for failure to maintain safe conditions.

Jun 12, 2019

Access Warrant - Non-Lead — ALOR REALTY LLC,JOSEPH SCHWEID

CLOSED

Case Type: Access Warrant - Non-Lead

Case Status: CLOSED

Judgment: NO

Case Opened: Jun 12, 2019

Nov 5, 2018

Access Warrant - Non-Lead — ALOR REALTY LLC,JOSEPH SCHWEID

CLOSED

Case Type: Access Warrant - Non-Lead

Case Status: CLOSED

Judgment: NO

Case Opened: Nov 5, 2018

Jun 30, 2016

False Certification Non-Lead — ALOR REALTY LLC,JOSEPH SCHWEID

CLOSED

Case Type: False Certification Non-Lead

Case Status: CLOSED

Judgment: NO

Case Opened: Jun 30, 2016

Complete record of violations, complaints, permits, and other events for this building, newest first.

Medium Priority (1)

Safety Complaint

Oct 28, 2025• 5 months ago

DOB Complaint #6S

Category: 6S

Disposition: A8

Disposition Date: 03/03/2026

Inspection Date: 02/27/2026

Unit: ELEVR

Low Priority (1)

Housing Violation

Oct 8, 2025• 5 months ago

OPEN

Class A: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROVIDE APPROVED SCREEN BELOW SKYLIGHT AT EAST AND WEST PUBLIC ROOF BULKHEAD AT 1st PUBLIC HALL BULKHEAD FROM NORTH, 6th STORY

Class: A

Floor: 6

Status: NOV SENT OUT

Nov Type: Original

Issued Date: Oct 10, 2025

Cure By Date: Jan 13, 2026

Status Date: Oct 10, 2025

Informational (4)

Tax Record

Jan 1, 2027• Today

Assessed

Tax Year 2027 Market Value: $7,228,000

Owner: JOSEPH SCHWEID

Year Built: 1,950

Building Class: D4

Gross Area: 54,432 sqft

Units: 59

Stories: 6

Zoning: R4-1

Assessed Value: $3,252,600

Market Value: $7,228,000

Tax Record

Jan 1, 2026• 3 months ago

Assessed

Tax Year 2026 Market Value: $7,105,000 Exemptions: $2,290

Owner: JOSEPH SCHWEID

Year Built: 1,950

Building Class: D4

Gross Area: 54,432 sqft

Units: 59

Stories: 6

Zoning: R4-1

Assessed Value: $3,197,250

Market Value: $7,105,000

Registration

Sep 16, 2025• 6 months ago

Registered

HPD registration filed

Registration Ends: Sep 1, 2026·Last Registration: Sep 16, 2025

Rent Stabilized

Sep 16, 2025• 6 months ago

Expires 2026-09-01

Rent stabilization registration

Registration Ends: Sep 1, 2026

Other Events (14)

311 Complaint

Mar 29, 2026• 7 days ago

CLOSED

Loud Music/Party

Complaint Type: Noise - Residential

Descriptor: Loud Music/Party

Resolution Description: The New York City Police Department responded to the complaint and their investigation determined that no criminal violation existed. The condition was corrected without the need to issue a summons or

Closed Date: Mar 28, 2026

Agency: New York City Police Department

Location Type: Residential Building/House

311 Complaint

Mar 28, 2026• 8 days ago

CLOSED

Loud Music/Party

Complaint Type: Noise - Residential

Descriptor: Loud Music/Party

Resolution Description: The New York City Police Department responded to the complaint but officers were unable to gain entry into the premises. If the problem persists, please contact 311 to create another complaint and ens

Closed Date: Mar 27, 2026

Agency: New York City Police Department

Location Type: Residential Building/House

311 Complaint

Mar 23, 2026• 13 days ago

OPEN

Elevator - Single Device On Property/No Alternate Service

Complaint Type: Elevator

Descriptor: Elevator - Single Device On Property/No Alternate Service

Resolution Description: Your Service Request has been submitted to the Department of Buildings. Please check back later for status.

Closed Date: Mar 23, 2026

Agency: Department of Buildings

311 Complaint

Mar 22, 2026• 14 days ago

OPEN

Elevator - Single Device On Property/No Alternate Service

Complaint Type: Elevator

Descriptor: Elevator - Single Device On Property/No Alternate Service

Resolution Description: Your Service Request has been submitted to the Department of Buildings. Please check back later for status.

Closed Date: Mar 22, 2026

Agency: Department of Buildings

311 Complaint

Mar 21, 2026• 14 days ago

OPEN

Elevator - Single Device On Property/No Alternate Service

Complaint Type: Elevator

Descriptor: Elevator - Single Device On Property/No Alternate Service

Resolution Description: Your Service Request has been submitted to the Department of Buildings. Please check back later for status.

Closed Date: Mar 21, 2026

Agency: Department of Buildings

311 Complaint

Mar 21, 2026• 15 days ago

OPEN

Elevator - Single Device On Property/No Alternate Service

Complaint Type: Elevator

Descriptor: Elevator - Single Device On Property/No Alternate Service

Resolution Description: Your Service Request has been submitted to the Department of Buildings. Please check back later for status.

Closed Date: Mar 21, 2026

Agency: Department of Buildings

311 Complaint

Mar 20, 2026• 16 days ago

OPEN

Elevator - Single Device On Property/No Alternate Service

Complaint Type: Elevator

Descriptor: Elevator - Single Device On Property/No Alternate Service

Resolution Description: Your Service Request has been submitted to the Department of Buildings. Please check back later for status.

Closed Date: Mar 20, 2026

Agency: Department of Buildings

311 Complaint

Mar 19, 2026• 16 days ago

OPEN

Elevator - Single Device On Property/No Alternate Service

Complaint Type: Elevator

Descriptor: Elevator - Single Device On Property/No Alternate Service

Resolution Description: Your Service Request has been submitted to the Department of Buildings. Please check back later for status.

Closed Date: Mar 19, 2026

Agency: Department of Buildings

311 Complaint

Mar 14, 2026• 21 days ago

OPEN

Elevator - Single Device On Property/No Alternate Service

Complaint Type: Elevator

Descriptor: Elevator - Single Device On Property/No Alternate Service

Resolution Description: Your Service Request has been submitted to the Department of Buildings. Please check back later for status.

Closed Date: Mar 14, 2026

Agency: Department of Buildings

311 Complaint

Mar 14, 2026• 22 days ago

OPEN

Elevator - Single Device On Property/No Alternate Service

Complaint Type: Elevator

Descriptor: Elevator - Single Device On Property/No Alternate Service

Resolution Description: Your Service Request has been submitted to the Department of Buildings. Please check back later for status.

Closed Date: Mar 14, 2026

Agency: Department of Buildings

Boiler Record

Mar 3, 2026• 1 month ago

Accepted

Boiler external (low pressure) — ROCKMILLS

Make: ROCKMILLS

Pressure: Low Pressure

Defects: No

Owner: joseph schweid

Boiler Record

Jan 21, 2026• 2 months ago

CURRENT

Boiler inspection — ROCKMILLS MP-90

Make: ROCKMILLS

Model: MP-90

Fuel: NATURALGAS

Owner: 610 OVINGTON AVE OWNERS CORP.

Expires: Jul 15, 2028

311 Complaint

Jan 3, 2026• 3 months ago

CLOSED

Banging/Pounding

Complaint Type: Noise - Residential

Descriptor: Banging/Pounding

Closed Date: Jan 3, 2026

Agency: New York City Police Department

Location Type: Residential Building/House

Code Violation

Oct 23, 2025• 5 months ago

ACTIVE

Elevators: CEASE USE ITEMS: BYPASSED PLANK SWITCH. 2) BUILDUP ON TENSION SHEAVE CAUSING SLACK IN GOVERNOR ROPE. — $1,280 penalty

Type: Elevators

ECB Status: ACTIVE

Severity: CLASS - 1

Penalty: $1,280

Amount Paid: $0

Balance Due: $1,280

Hearing: DEFAULT

Respondent: JOSEPH SCHWEID

Law: 28-301.1 FAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING IN CODE COMPLIANT MANNER: SERVICE EQUIPME

Property Details

Year Built

1950

Total Units

Residential Units

Building Class

Location

BBL

3058940001

Zipcode

11209

Location

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Property Owner

JOSEPH SCHWEID

Registered owner of 610 Ovington Avenue

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610 OVINGTON AVENUE, Brooklyn — Grade F

610 Ovington Avenue

This building has critical unresolved issues — proceed with caution

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