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79 Allen Street

Manhattan, NY 10002BBL 1-00413-0019Map

Owner of record: Zheng, Dai Rong

79 Allen Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1900 in Manhattan, 10002. It has 8 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Zheng, Dai Rong. HPD has recorded 50 housing violations here, most recently on June 29, 2025. 42 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 8 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
50
DOB violations
3
ECB violations
3
HPD complaints
79

What to know

Concern
8 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Jun 29, 2025

Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.

Good
No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
8
About 100% of the building's 8 apartments

Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 50

  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 4b, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 29, 2025 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over the ceiling in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 4b, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 29, 2025 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over the ceiling in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 4b, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 29, 2025 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 4b, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 29, 2025 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at north and west wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 4b, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 29, 2025 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color are ceiling. north and west wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 4b, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 29, 2025 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Jun 4, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 15, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 2, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Feb 15, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 1, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Oct 5, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the nuisance consisting of rodents .. located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Dec 1, 2016 · Apt 4A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective oven door in the kitchen located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Dec 1, 2016 · Apt 4A

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Dec 1, 2016 · Apt 4A

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at south wall in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Dec 1, 2016 · Apt 4A

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective wood door frame at entrance in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Dec 1, 2016 · Apt 4A

    Open — Invalid certification
  • A

    § 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor missing at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 1, 2016

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system missing at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 1, 2016

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling. at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 1, 2016

    Open — Invalid certification
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 1, 2016

    Open — Invalid certification
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd.

    Dec 1, 2016

    Open — Invalid certification
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Oct 24, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following minimum required 100 watts (light fixture present) at front areaway, 1st story

    Oct 8, 2016

    Open — Invalid certification
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agency?s housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 10, 2015

    Open — Invalid certification
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Feb 2, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 200 watts minimum required (light fixtures present)

    Apr 13, 2014

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 4a, 5th story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jun 5, 2013 · Apt 4A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4a, 5th story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jun 5, 2013 · Apt 4A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective glazing of the bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 4a, 5th story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jun 5, 2013 · Apt 4A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 4a, 5th story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jun 12, 2012 · Apt 4A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4a, 5th story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jun 12, 2012 · Apt 4A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 4a, 5th story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jan 14, 2012 · Apt 4A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4a, 5th story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jan 14, 2012 · Apt 4A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4a, 5th story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 29, 2011 · Apt 4A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures located at apt 4a, 5th story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jan 25, 2004 · Apt 4A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system at cellar

    Jan 25, 2004

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing window glass 5 sty front no aptmnt 4 a front rm so window lower.

    May 22, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove the illegal fastening pub hall bulkhead door to roof padlocked er1.

    May 22, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-17.10 adm code post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to building's heating system 1 sty public hall near mailboxes and at door to boiler room.

    May 22, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes clothes lines at 4th sty front fire escape balcony.

    May 22, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes 3 sty front stack.

    May 22, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-19.07 adm code provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 100 watts incandescent required night inspection.

    May 22, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Section 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor missing 1st sty public hall.

    May 22, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors bulkhead to roof.

    May 22, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing glass pane upper sash south room 4 sty rear apt 3b er1. , section '' ''

    Dec 17, 1986 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective glass pane lower sash center room 4 sty rear apt 3b. , section '' ''

    Dec 17, 1986 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of suspended celotex ceiling installed 4 sty rear apt 3b at ceiling bathroom. , section '' ''

    Dec 17, 1986 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling bathroom 4 sty rear apt 3b. , section '' ''

    Dec 17, 1986 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 2nd rear east apt 1b.rear. , section '' ''

    Oct 20, 1986 · Apt 1B

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 3

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 3

  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o permit (hazardous) noted: an opening 3'st with 1) metal door has been created in part wall 79 -81 allen street to create spanded seating for rest @81 allen in rear of 79 allen room constructeed approx

    Jul 3, 2002 · Penalty $800

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Required means of egress obstructed: noted at base of rear fire excape a plexi glass with wood framing + metal siding + metal gated structure has been erected that obsructs egress from f.e. drop ladder. approx

    Jul 3, 2002 · Penalty $400

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without permit.noted removed 3nos approx 6" diameter concrete columns which were supporting washer dryer machine of the 1flr laundromatfrom cellar under 1flr laundromat replaced above columns by temp shori

    Sep 3, 1996

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 8, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jul 15, 2026 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jun 24, 2025 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jun 24, 2025 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jan 15, 2025 · Apt 4ALAST

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 31, 2023 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 21, 2023 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Apr 11, 2023 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 15, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 22, 2020 · Apt 4A

    Close
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  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Aug 2, 2019 · Apt 1B2A2B

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Nov 25, 2016 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Nov 25, 2016 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 10, 2015 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 18, 2015 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 8, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 7, 2015 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 11, 2014 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 8, 2014 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Shower-stall

    May 30, 2013 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    May 30, 2013 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    May 30, 2013 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    May 19, 2013 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 27, 2012 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Nov 7, 2012 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 7, 2012 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 7, 2012 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 7, 2012 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Radiator

    Jun 4, 2012 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Jun 4, 2012 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Shower-stall

    Jun 4, 2012 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jun 4, 2012 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 23, 2012 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 12, 2012 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jan 12, 2012 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jan 12, 2012 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 27, 2011 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Dec 27, 2011 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 11, 2011 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 10, 2011 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 4, 2011 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 1, 2011 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 23, 2011 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 23, 2011 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 22, 2011 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 21, 2011 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 13, 2009 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 18, 2009 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 16, 2009 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 8, 2009 · Apt 4A

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Jun 29, 2026Non-market transferRentals - walkup apartments10

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C4)
Year built
1900
Floors
5
Residential units
8
Building area
6,825 ft²
Lot area
2,221 ft²
Zoning
C4-4A
Community board
103
Council district
1
Block / lot
413 / 19
Assessed value
$1,420,650
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #102963, last renewed Nov 10, 2025.

Questions about 79 Allen Street

Who owns 79 Allen Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Zheng, Dai Rong.

Does 79 Allen Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 50 housing violations at this property.

Is 79 Allen Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 8 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 8 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 79 Allen Street built?

City records list 1900 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 79 Allen Street?

It has 8 residential units and 10 units in total.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.