240 East 79 Street
Manhattan, NY 10075BBL 1-01433-0031Map
Owner of record: 240 79 Owners Corp
240 East 79 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1929 in Manhattan, 10075. It has 64 residential units across 16 floors. The owner of record is 240 79 Owners Corp. HPD has recorded 13 housing violations here, most recently on May 6, 2026. 9 of the 13 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 13
- DOB violations
- 25
- ECB violations
- 10
- HPD complaints
- 23
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 · 13
- BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 2nd room from east located at apt pha, 17th story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 6, 2026 · Apt PHA
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at west wall in the 1st room from east located at apt pha, 17th story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 6, 2026 · Apt PHA
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt pha, 17th story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 6, 2026 · Apt PHA
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective door latch set at north wall leading to roof in the 2nd room from east located at apt pha, 17th story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 6, 2026 · Apt PHA
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing hook and eye installed at vestibule door at public hall, 1st story
May 6, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than ten sq ft at ceiling in the 2nd bathroom from north located at apt pha, 17th story, 1st apartment from west at north original violation 18874522 issued 06-may-26 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
May 6, 2026 · Apt PHA
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective at upper window sash glass at south wall in the kitchen located at apt pha, 17th story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 6, 2026 · Apt PHA
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than ten sq ft at ceiling in the 2nd bathroom from north located at apt pha, 17th story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 6, 2026 · Apt PHA
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at north wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt pha, 17th story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 6, 2026 · Apt PHA
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt pha, 17th story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 6, 2026 · Apt PHA
Open — Nov sent out
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- BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... greater than 10 sq ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt pha, 17th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 15, 2026 · Apt PHA
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - 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 25, 2019
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 9, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 25
- Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 in 2023
Jun 23, 2024
Dob violation - active - No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required
Failed to file fisp cycle 9c technical report by 2/21/2024
Feb 22, 2024
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 10, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 10, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 10, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 22, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 28, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 2, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 2, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
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- No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required
Failed to file fisp cycle 7c technical report by 02/21/2013
Dec 31, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 16, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 16, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 2, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 2, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 17, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 26, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 26, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Facade facade required
L1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade required
Jun 25, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 22, 2003
Dob violation - resolved - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 16, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Jan 13, 1997
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Jan 13, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
(51)provide 2 year test and tag with date
Jul 14, 1988
Dob violation - resolved
ECB violations · 10
- Class - 2
: failure to maintain. observed terrace in apt. pha. interior water damage to wood and floor tile , effecting approx. 2ft of flooring. exterior water damage to base of sliding door, chipping and cracks to exter
Jul 8, 2026 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Failure to submit an acceptable required cycle 8c and 9c report of critical examination documenting condition of exterior wall and appurtenances required by 28-302.4 for control #905222. remedy: submit acceptab
Apr 8, 2025 · Penalty $2,530
Active - Class - 2
At time of inspection, observed active jobsite. work contrary to cd-5 at exposure 4 observed a beam installed in an angle as a result tie back is at an angle too. also there are 12 items such as safety lines an
May 2, 2024
Resolve - Class - 2
At time of inspection, observed active jobsite. suspended scaffold are installed at exposure 1, 3 and 4. upon requesting manufacture specs for platform using 2x4 instead of end gate it was not provided. upon re
May 2, 2024 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 2
At time of inspection, observed an active jobsite. at exposure 2 observed two outrigger beams already setup. upon inspecting approved site safety plan on page 4 of 7 notice roof protection on adjacent property
May 2, 2024
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to submit an acceptable required cycle 8c report of critical examination documenting condition of exterior wall and appurtenances required by 28-302.4 for control#805222.agg1:prior nov 37018314z under 2
Oct 19, 2022
Resolve - Class - 1
28-201.1 inadequate tenant protection plan.at time of inspection,observed work on the first floor commercial space being performed under theaforementioned job number.the submitted tpp lacks means and methods of
Nov 15, 2021
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to submit an acceptable required cycle 8c report of critical examination condition of exterior wall & appurtenances required by 28-302.4 for control #805222.rem:submit acceptable required technical rep
Feb 13, 2020 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Failure to file an amended 6th round report acceptable to this department indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial local law 11/98 report. remedy: file an amended report following remedia
Nov 7, 2008
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit erected sidewalk shed under bn apple 7371/87 expired permit 010187/88 remedy renew permit forthwith
Sep 13, 1989
Resolve
Complaints
- Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 27, 2026 · Apt PHA
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Apr 27, 2026 · Apt PHA
Close - Door/window
Door
Apr 27, 2026 · Apt PHA
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 27, 2026 · Apt PHA
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Apr 27, 2026 · Apt PHA
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Apr 27, 2026 · Apt PHA
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 27, 2026 · Apt PHA
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Apr 27, 2026 · Apt PHA
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Apr 27, 2026 · Apt PHA
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 27, 2026 · Apt PHA
Close
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- Plumbing
Radiator
Apr 27, 2026 · Apt PHA
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Mar 24, 2026 · Apt PHA
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 24, 2026 · Apt PHA
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Mar 24, 2026 · Apt PHA
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 24, 2026 · Apt PHA
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 24, 2026 · Apt PHA
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 24, 2026 · Apt PHA
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Mar 24, 2026 · Apt PHA
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Mar 24, 2026 · Apt PHA
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 24, 2026 · Apt PHA
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Mar 24, 2026 · Apt PHA
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Feb 17, 2026 · Apt PHA
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Feb 17, 2026 · Apt PHA
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 24, 2026 | $1,220,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Dec 8, 2025 | $675,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D4)
- Year built
- 1929
- Floors
- 16
- Residential units
- 64
- Building area
- 63,488 ft²
- Lot area
- 6,206 ft²
- Zoning
- R10A
- Community board
- 108
- Council district
- 5
- Block / lot
- 1433 / 31
- Assessed value
- $7,360,650
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #127036, last renewed Aug 14, 2025.
Questions about 240 East 79 Street
Who owns 240 East 79 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 240 79 Owners Corp.
Does 240 East 79 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 13 housing violations at this property.
Is 240 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 240 East 79 Street built?
City records list 1929 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 240 East 79 Street?
It has 64 residential units and 66 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.