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.
617 52 Street is a walkup apartment building built in 1901 in Brooklyn with 3 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 29 records across 26 public data sources, benchmarked against similar small prewar residential buildings in NYC.
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vs Neighborhood (11220)
7,541 buildings in this zip code
72nd
Better than 72% of buildings in 11220
Above average
Avg score: 91
WorstBest in 11220
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
100Excellent
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.
Apr 16, 2008
Agreement — $400,000
Recorded
CRFN: 2008000152761
Apr 16, 2008
Mortgage — $10,298.04
Recorded
CRFN: 2008000152760
Sep 21, 2006
Satisfaction of Mortgage
Recorded
CRFN: 2006000532589
Jun 16, 2006
Mortgage — $420,000
Recorded
CRFN: 2006000340869
Jun 5, 1995
Mortgage — $130,000
Recorded
Jun 5, 1995
Deed Transfer
Recorded
May 12, 1992
Deed Transfer
Recorded
Aug 11, 1988
Mortgage — $75,000
Recorded
Jul 9, 1987
Satisfaction of Mortgage
Recorded
Jul 9, 1985
Mortgage — $55,000
Recorded
Jul 9, 1985
Deed Transfer
Recorded
Nov 3, 1980
Deed Transfer
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.
High Priority (3)
Safety Complaint
Mar 28, 2008• 18 years ago
I2
Structural Stability
Category: 05
Disposition: I2
Disposition Date: 05/06/2008
Inspection Date: 05/03/2008
Unit: BKLYN
Safety Complaint
Feb 15, 2008• 18 years ago
I1
Structural Stability
Category: 05
Disposition: I1
Disposition Date: 02/16/2008
Inspection Date: 02/16/2008
Unit: BKLYN
Safety Complaint
Jan 30, 1992• 34 years ago
B1
Structural Stability
Category: 05
Disposition: B1
Disposition Date: 02/28/1992
Inspection Date: 02/26/1992
Unit: BKLYN
Medium Priority (1)
Safety Complaint
May 7, 1991• 34 years ago
A1
DOB Complaint #67
Category: 67
Disposition: A1
Disposition Date: 05/10/1991
Inspection Date: 05/10/1991
Unit: C & D
Low Priority (1)
Code Violation
May 10, 1991• 34 years ago
RESOLVE
Construction: FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DEFECT ARE AS FOLLOWS AT FRONT OF BLDG PLANKS ON SCAFFOLD NOT SECURED PROPERLY B
Type: Construction
ECB Status: RESOLVE
Severity: Non-Hazardous
Penalty: $0
Amount Paid: $0
Balance Due: $0
Hearing: DISMISSED
Respondent: OWNER OF 617 52 ST
Law: 27-127 FAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING
Informational (14)
Tax Record
Jan 1, 2027• Today
Assessed
Tax Year 2027 Market Value: $1,874,000
Owner: ZHENG, JIA BIN
Year Built: 1,901
Building Class: C0
Gross Area: 2,568 sqft
Units: 3
Stories: 2
Zoning: R6B
Assessed Value: $112,440
Market Value: $1,874,000
Tax Record
Jan 1, 2026• 2 months ago
Assessed
Tax Year 2026 Market Value: $2,012,000
Owner: ZHENG, JIA BIN
Year Built: 1,901
Building Class: C0
Gross Area: 2,568 sqft
Units: 3
Stories: 2
Zoning: R6B
Assessed Value: $120,720
Market Value: $2,012,000
Tax Record
Jan 1, 2025• 1 year ago
Assessed
Tax Year 2025 Market Value: $1,658,000
Owner: ZHENG, JIA BIN
Year Built: 1,901
Building Class: C0
Gross Area: 2,568 sqft
Units: 3
Stories: 2
Zoning: R6B
Assessed Value: $99,480
Market Value: $1,658,000
Tax Record
Jan 1, 2024• 2 years ago
Assessed
Tax Year 2024 Market Value: $1,822,000
Owner: ZHANG, HUI LIN
Year Built: 1,901
Building Class: C0
Gross Area: 2,568 sqft
Units: 3
Stories: 2
Zoning: R6B
Assessed Value: $109,320
Market Value: $1,822,000
Property Sale
Apr 16, 2008• 17 years ago
Recorded
Agreement — $400,000
CRFN: 2008000152761
Property Sale
Apr 16, 2008• 17 years ago
Recorded
Mortgage — $10,298.04
CRFN: 2008000152760
Approved Permit
Nov 9, 2007• 18 years ago
ISSUED
Minor Alteration
Job Type: A2
Permit Status: ISSUED
Filing Date: Nov 9, 2007
Owner: N/A
Approved Permit
Nov 9, 2007• 18 years ago
ISSUED
Minor Alteration
Job Type: A2
Permit Status: ISSUED
Filing Date: 11/09/2007
Owner: N/A
Permit
Oct 11, 2007• 18 years ago
Q
Minor Alteration: MINOR INTERIOR RENOVATION AT 1ST FLOOR WITH NEW PARTITON & INTERIOR FINISH WORK. INSTALLATION O
Job Type: A2
Job Description: MINOR INTERIOR RENOVATION AT 1ST FLOOR WITH NEW PARTITON & INTERIOR FINISH WORK. INSTALLATION OF NEW BALCONY. NO CHANGE IN USE, EGRESS & OCCUPANCY.
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