78 Christopher Street
Manhattan, NY 10014BBL 1-00591-0049Map
Owner of record: 78-80 Christopher Stetc
78 Christopher Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1889 in Manhattan, 10014. It has 15 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 78-80 Christopher Stetc. HPD has recorded 114 housing violations here, most recently on March 15, 2023. 23 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 1 rent-stabilized apartment here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 114
- DOB violations
- 22
- ECB violations
- 1
- HPD complaints
- 24
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
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.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 114
- ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - IInformation / order
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.
Apr 1, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 22, 2018 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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
Feb 22, 2018
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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. at public hall, 1st story
Feb 22, 2018
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of garbage cans and boxes at public hall, 1st story
Feb 22, 2018
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of excessive storage of material clooeya condition house hold items in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Feb 18, 2018 · Apt 2
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors ... in the entrance located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Feb 18, 2018 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out
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- BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Feb 18, 2018 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Feb 18, 2018 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding maximum teperature of 130 degrees at hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Feb 18, 2018 · Apt 2
Open — Nov certified late - ANon-hazardous
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, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of house hold furniture and garbage cans stored at public hall, 1st story
Dec 1, 2017
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 14, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 1, 2017 · Apt 14
Open — Invalid certification - ANon-hazardous
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. at public hall, 1st story
Dec 1, 2017
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected at public hall, 1st story
Dec 1, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors .. in the entrance located at apt 14, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 1, 2017 · Apt 14
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches located at apt 14, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 1, 2017 · Apt 14
Open — Invalid certification - IInformation / order
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 6, 2017
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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
Oct 23, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper. at public hall, 1st story
Oct 23, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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
Oct 23, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected at public hall, 1st story
Oct 23, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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. at public hall, 1st story
Oct 23, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - IInformation / order
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 - IInformation / order
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 1, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 7, 2013 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 7, 2013 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Fire escape defective. properly secure gusset plate at northwest corner top return rial,2nd story balcony, front north at fire escape
Aug 7, 2013
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing standard space more then 6inches at front top rail, at 2nd story balcony, front north at fire escape
Aug 7, 2013
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of free standing radiator at 5th story public hall
Aug 7, 2013
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose wood tread 11th bottom up ,5th story at public hall stairs
Aug 7, 2013
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose marble tread 11th bottom up, 2nd story at public hall stairs
Aug 7, 2013
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of a free standing radiator at public hall, 5th story
Jul 29, 2013
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of furniture cans bottles etc roof.
Jun 9, 1999
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots & household items rear fire escape all stys.
Jun 9, 1999
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of furniture fan 5 sty public hall.
Jun 9, 1999
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items stoller bucket mop etc 4 sty public hall.
Jun 9, 1999
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose marble stair tread 11 up 2 sty & 3 sty public hall.
Jun 9, 1999
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
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 minimum required fixture present light not on.
Oct 9, 1998
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of rubbish household articles 1 to 4 sty public hall stairs.
Aug 27, 1998
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarding ceiling 4 to 5 sty public hall.
Aug 27, 1998
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system cellar door locked.
Aug 27, 1998
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots 4 to 5 sty rear fire escape.
Aug 27, 1998
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Section 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration drop ceiling in kitchen 4 sty east apt 10. , section '' ''
Aug 2, 1995 · Apt 10
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet bathroom hi tank 4 sty east apt 10. , section '' ''
Aug 2, 1995 · Apt 10
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint east wall of southeast room of 4 sty east apt 10 er1. , section '' ''
Aug 2, 1995 · Apt 10
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
DOB building violations · 22
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report
Nov 8, 2019
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - active
Show 12 more ↓
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 3, 2008
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 19, 2007
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 6, 2006
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 31, 2005
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 13, 2004
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 19, 2003
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 7, 2000
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1993
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 1
- Class - 2
As per class 2 (b265) 28-303.7, failure to file a complete boiler insp report as per dob records. submit a current bo-9 report.
Dec 6, 2016 · Penalty $2,500
Active
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Nov 3, 2025 · Apt BUILDI
Close - Electric
No lighting
Nov 3, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Feb 13, 2018 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Feb 13, 2018 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Feb 13, 2018 · Apt 2
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Feb 13, 2018 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 3, 2017 · Apt 14
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 20, 2017 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 20, 2017 · Apt BLDG
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 15, 2003 · Apt 10
Close
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- Plumbing
Water-leaks
Apr 15, 2003 · Apt 10
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 15, 2003 · Apt 10
Close - General
Floor
Apr 15, 2003 · Apt 10
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 9, 2003 · Apt 10
Close - General
Windows
Apr 9, 2003 · Apt 10
Close - Electric
Wiring
Apr 9, 2003 · Apt 10
Close - General
Windows
Apr 9, 2003 · Apt 10
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 9, 2003 · Apt 10
Close - Electric
Wiring
Apr 9, 2003 · Apt 10
Close - General
Floor
Apr 9, 2003 · Apt 10
Close - General
Floor
Apr 9, 2003 · Apt 10
Close - General
Windows
Apr 9, 2003 · Apt 10
Close - General
Cabinet
Apr 9, 2003 · Apt 10
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Apr 9, 2003 · Apt 10
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C6)
- Year built
- 1889
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 15
- Building area
- 11,565 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,960 ft²
- Zoning
- C4-5
- Community board
- 102
- Council district
- 3
- Block / lot
- 591 / 49
- Assessed value
- $1,989,450
- Landmark / historic district
- Greenwich Village Historic District
HPD registration #128185, last renewed Aug 28, 2025.
Questions about 78 Christopher Street
Who owns 78 Christopher Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 78-80 Christopher Stetc.
Does 78 Christopher Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 114 housing violations at this property.
Is 78 Christopher Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 1 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 7% of its 15 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 78 Christopher Street built?
City records list 1889 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 78 Christopher Street?
It has 15 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.