50 East 79 Street
Manhattan, NY 10075BBL 1-01393-0052Map
Owner of record: Madison 79 Associates INC
50 East 79 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1958 in Manhattan, 10075. It has 97 residential units across 20 floors. The owner of record is Madison 79 Associates INC. HPD has recorded 16 housing violations here, most recently on February 20, 2018. 5 of the 16 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 16
- DOB violations
- 69
- ECB violations
- 32
- HPD complaints
- 1
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
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 16
- 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
Feb 20, 2018
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box sign missing at public hall, 1st story
Feb 20, 2018
Open — Not complied with - 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 20, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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 sign missing at public hall, 1st story
Feb 20, 2018
Open — Not complied with - 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 20, 2018
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
Feb 20, 2018
Open — Not complied with - 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 - ANon-hazardous
D26-16.03 adm code regrade with the proper slope to existing drain the surface at roof at west.
Oct 29, 1990
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective cement & plaster ceiling & walls fire stairs at east & west all stys.
Oct 29, 1990
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceilings & walls fire stairs at east & west all stys.
Oct 29, 1990
Closed — Violation closed
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- BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors hopper chute penthouse public hall.
Oct 29, 1990
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors hopper chute 15 16 & 17 stys public hall & 14 sty.
Oct 29, 1990
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors hopper chute door 2 3 4 5 8 9 11 10 & 12 sty public hall.
Oct 29, 1990
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of painted sprinkler heads at garage level 1 & level 2.
Oct 29, 1990
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of padlocked slide bolt at northeast passage 1 sty public hall.
Oct 29, 1990
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Provide a mirror in self-service elevator arranged so as to enable a person entering, to view inside of elevator number no numbers given.
Oct 29, 1990
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 69
- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 22, 2025
Dob violation - active - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
May 3, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Hazardous condition (facade) facade required
Cycle 9c unsafe report filed
Jun 15, 2021
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 2, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Nov 27, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Facade safety program facade required
Fisp-facade safety program facade required
Feb 15, 2019
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 1, 2018
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 1, 2018
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
Cease use
Aug 1, 2018
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 1, 2018
Dob violation - resolved
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- Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 2, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 2, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 3, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2015 inspection/test
Dec 1, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Residential elevator periodic inspection/test elevatorrequired
Failure to perform category 5 inspection
Jun 1, 2016
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 12, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 12, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 12, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test
Mar 31, 2014
Dob violation - active - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test
Mar 31, 2014
Dob violation - active - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test
Mar 31, 2014
Dob violation - active - Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an energy efficiency report (eer) per ad. code sec. 28-308.4
Dec 31, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 21, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 21, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 21, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 21, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 3, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 3, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 3, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 3, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 4, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 4, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 4, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 4, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 10, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 10, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 10, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 10, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 6, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 6, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 6, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 6, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 16, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 6, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 6, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 6, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 6, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 7, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 7, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 7, 2006
Dob violation - resolved
ECB violations · 32
- Class - 1
Failure to submit the required parking structure initial observation report for an existing parking structure (pips) report documenting the conditions of psid#m0003467 by august 1, 2024 deadline. to fate, the d
Oct 1, 2024 · Penalty $2,530
Active - Class - 2
No storage on shed at the time of inspection on an active job site.i observed sidewalk shed at exp. 1 & 4 w/material stored on top consisting of wood,brick,{sandbox},bags of garbage & other construction materi
Oct 20, 2020 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 2
At time of inspection,observed ongoing construction activities contrary to mayor's emergency executive order 120 and subsequent orders incorporating requirements of governor's executive order 202.34 and subsequ
Sep 22, 2020 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Bc3314.4.3.2=installation inspection of all equipment is to be inspected once installation of suspended scaffodl is completed note at time of inspection of a 20 story building facade work in progress observed 2
May 29, 2020 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Work does not comform to approved construction documents and or approved amendmnets (ssp)noet at time of inspection of 20 story building i observed suspended scaffold in use at exposure #1 upon further review
May 29, 2020 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 1
Bc3314.15.2-partial stop work order for suspended scaffold issued persuant to 28-207.2 to all facade work (exterior work) note at time of inspection i observed suspended scaffold in place and in use at expo #1
May 24, 2020
Resolve - Class - 1
Work does not conform to approved construction documents or approved amendments note:at time of inspection sidewalk shed in place at exp 1 and4 sidewalk shed details provided so not conform to what was observed
May 24, 2020 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Bc3301.1.3/failure to provide manufacturer specs as required at the time of my inspection of a 20 story occupied building i observed suspended scaffold installed and in use exp 2 and 1 & 4 installed i noticed t
Sep 5, 2019
Resolve - Class - 2
Failur to distribute or post safe construction bill of rights.at the time of inspection of a 20 story occupied building,i observed that therw was no safe construction bill of rights posted and upon me aking and
Sep 5, 2019
Resolve - Class - 1
Sec. 1704.1 failure to file spacial inspection statement of responsibility prior to permit issuane & prior to start of work under special inspection requirements. at the time of my inspection of a 20 sty occupi
Sep 5, 2019
Resolve
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- Class - 1
Bc3314.4.3.2/failure to perform safety inspection of installation.at the time of my inspection i observed a 20 story occupied building with facade repairs in progress.outriggers and suspended scaffolds was inst
Sep 5, 2019
Resolve - Class - 1
No record of daily inspection of suspended scaffold performed by authorized person at site at the time of my inspection of a 20 story occupied building i observed that upon my request for the daily inspection l
Sep 5, 2019 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to distribute or post notice of tenant protection plan.at the time of my inspection of a 20 story occupied building,i observed suspended scaffolds and outrigger beams installed & the rof and balcony are
Sep 5, 2019
Resolve - Class - 1
Work does not conform to approved construction.documents-site saety plan-20 story occupied bldg at the time of my inspection i observed materials and uponmy review at the sidewalk shed roof level,upon my review
Sep 5, 2019
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain institute safety equipment measures or temp construction.at the time of inspection i observed a walk shed installed at expos#1 & #4 the ingress/egress to the shed was a 3 x 4 (approx)hole th
Sep 5, 2019 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Bc330316/failur to construct contractors shed as per code.at the time of my inspectioni observed a 20 story occupied building with facade repairs in progress.during my inspection i also observed 6 shanty/shed b
Sep 5, 2019 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Work does not conform to approved construction documents &/or approvedamendments. at the time of my inspection of a 20 sty occupied bldg,i observed the outrigger scaffold & beam was installed contrary to cd5.
Sep 5, 2019 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to safeguard all persons & property affected by const. operation. noted: while performing interior renovation / demolition in apt 17a ( 17th fl ) a section of masonry & steel suspended ceiling dislodged
Apr 26, 2016 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain adequare housekeeping per section requirements in that there is a large accumulation of debris from demolition in apt. 17a remedy: maintain adequate housekeeping
Apr 26, 2016
Resolve - Class - 1
3313.1 storage of all volitle flamable & combustable mixtures compressed gases. as noted @ time of inspection @ above active facade alteration site observed storage of 2 40lb tanks of propane on roof level w/o
Aug 11, 2010 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 1
Fail to maintain adequate housekeeping per section requirements:upon insp as noted on active alteration site there is an excessive amount of debris approx 204ds 3 stored on the rooftop of the bldg consisting of
May 27, 2010 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 1
Supervision or use of rigging equipment without a riggers license.note:riggers license placed on hold by dob.remey:comply with code
Feb 2, 2010
Resolve - Non-hazardous
28m07,71m07.28m07-door operator cover missing,provide.71m07-under car junction box, toe guard missing provide.
Jul 18, 2007 · Penalty $350
Resolve - Non-hazardous
05a10,05a10.05-car gate contact,altered-repair.05-car gate repair cease use-before returning to service contact the elevator division to arrange a re-inspection.
Jul 3, 2007 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to provide a system of automobile sprinklers where required must provide required must provide sprinkler head above gas dryers in basement laundry room.remedy:provide automobile sprinklers
Feb 13, 2004 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Piping and/or equipment installed inproperly commercial gas dryers in basement have flexable connectors need to be piped solid remedy:install piping and/or equipment property.
Feb 13, 2004 · Penalty $700
Resolve - Non-hazardous
57o2,55l11,26q3,36w6,36t7,73u5,35i11,3x11. 35- walls 3 phone to outside.
Jul 7, 2000 · Penalty $350
Resolve - Non-hazardous
3m7,3m7,57z9,54u16. 3-capacity plate. 3-no passenger sign. 54-city id tag-1s3406.
Aug 23, 1999 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
43t,01l,22d,36w,43y,54t,54) company name
Aug 23, 1991 · Penalty $150
Resolve - Non-hazardous
05i,18m,37m,18) covers 37) covers.
Aug 23, 1991 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
40t
Apr 2, 1991 · Penalty $150
Resolve - Non-hazardous
01,l
Apr 2, 1991 · Penalty $150
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 19, 2025 · Apt 5D
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 2026 | Non-market transfer | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Jul 30, 2026 | $1,500,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| May 18, 2026 | $1,520,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Mar 31, 2026 | Non-market transfer | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Mar 12, 2026 | $1,485,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Jan 29, 2026 | $3,750,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Nov 13, 2025 | $1,850,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D4)
- Year built
- 1958
- Floors
- 20
- Residential units
- 97
- Building area
- 225,337 ft²
- Lot area
- 15,050 ft²
- Zoning
- C5-1
- Community board
- 108
- Council district
- 4
- Block / lot
- 1393 / 52
- Assessed value
- $35,622,900
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #137699, last renewed Jul 23, 2025.
Questions about 50 East 79 Street
Who owns 50 East 79 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Madison 79 Associates INC.
Does 50 East 79 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 16 housing violations at this property.
Is 50 East 79 Street rent stabilized?
No rent-stabilized units appear in its 2018–2024 tax bills. Individual apartments can still be regulated, so request the rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal if unsure.
When was 50 East 79 Street built?
City records list 1958 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 50 East 79 Street?
It has 97 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.