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59 East 79 Street

Manhattan, NY 10075BBL 1-01491-0027Map

Owner of record: Soufer Family L L C

59 East 79 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1909 in Manhattan, 10075. It has 16 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Soufer Family L L C. HPD has recorded 87 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. City tax records listed 6 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
87
DOB violations
32
ECB violations
34
HPD complaints
181

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Apr 29, 2026

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
6
About 38% of the building's 16 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 · 87

  • 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 29, 2026

    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.

    Jun 4, 2025

    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 22, 2024

    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.

    Apr 1, 2024

    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
  • 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
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the private hallway located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 18, 2021 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at south wall at closet (4 sq. ft.) in the 4th room from north located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west original violation 14578237 issued 25-sep-21 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Sep 25, 2021 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the kitchen located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 25, 2021 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 25, 2021 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 25, 2021 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at south wall at closet (4 sq. ft.) in the 4th room from north located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 25, 2021 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling in the 4th room from north located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 25, 2021 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Sep 25, 2021 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling at closet in the 4th room from north located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 25, 2021 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 29, 2020 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4d, 4th story, 11th apartment from east at south

    Dec 29, 2020 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4d, 4th story, 11th apartment from east at south

    Dec 29, 2020 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4d, 4th story, 11th apartment from east at south

    Dec 29, 2020 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide security in the event of a power outage by means of an acceptable mechanical heavy duty lock and latch set at street entrance door to building

    Nov 13, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening consisting of an unacceptable electromagnetic locking device installed at street entrance door to building.

    Nov 13, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 improperly filled out at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 13, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and all walls in the entire apartment located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 13, 2018 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Nov 13, 2018 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling and east wall in the bathroom located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 13, 2018 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 9, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 7, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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

    Sep 7, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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

    Sep 7, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective locking assembly at front entrance door to building , 1st story

    Sep 7, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 25, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 24, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    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 24, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Oct 24, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 sign missing at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 24, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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

    Oct 24, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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. at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 24, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 7, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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. at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 7, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace with new the missing hand rail at north wall at public hall stairs, 2nd story

    Aug 8, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 6, 2016 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 6, 2016 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 6, 2016 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures the faucet at sink in the kitchen located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 6, 2016 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 27, 2016 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 27, 2016 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 27, 2016 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 1, 2015

    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.

    Feb 2, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 32

  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 23, 2020

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 18, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2017 cat 1 insp/tst tst

    Sep 6, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Nov 15, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Nov 15, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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 affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst

    Nov 14, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 11, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report

    Mar 3, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 22, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 6, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report

    Mar 1, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 28, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 28, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 29, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 17, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 10, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    May 13, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 23, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 24, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p9933

    Apr 19, 2001

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Dec 10, 1997

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Nov 25, 1994

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Nov 25, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 2, 1992

    Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    (51) remove mechanical locks basement door provide lock on motor room door

    Nov 2, 1988

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Landmark none

    Landmrk-landmark none

    Nov 10, 1987

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Nov 10, 1987

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 34

  • Class - 1

    Found door lock monitoring is not working. no door lock monitoring installed in this controller as per 3.10.12 of appendix k3 of the 2014 nycbc. remedy : install dlm and perform, and file test with nycdob. no m

    Jul 26, 2021 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    05-a-10;16-e-01:05-a-10-cease use item door zone restrictor has been tampered w/disabled & rendered inoperative.this is a safety device to ensure the safety of e;evator passenger.repair restrictor & contact nyc

    Aug 21, 2017 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    5a10,2x10,68m7. 5a10-cease use item door zone restrictor has been tampered with disabled and rendered inoperative. this is a safety device to ensure elevator passengers sfety repair restrictor and contact nyc

    Aug 9, 2017 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    5x10,59u15,68b7,70o2. 5-door zone restrictor rendered inoperative; 59provide brake maintenance tag as per a17.1 2003 and appendix k3 8.6.4.6

    Nov 2, 2016 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Altered bldg occupied w/o a valid c/o. at the time of inspection cellars occupied w/o a c/o. remedy: obtain valid c/o or discontinue use.

    Jul 9, 2009 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c of o or bldg dept records.noted:existing c of o #72896 date 1/22/73 does not indicate cellar asan office space, 1fl as a doctors office only,2nd, 3rd & 5fl as 3 apt

    Feb 9, 2009 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the cofo or bldg dept records occupancy noted:bldg currently occupied as office in cellar doctor's office on 1st fl of 3 apts on 2nd fl & 3rd fl,5th fl contrary to cofo #

    Feb 4, 2009 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to fill a certificate of correction with the department of building for violations sited in notice of violation #346420747 and 34618564r. remedy: file a certifica

    Dec 1, 2008 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Altered building occupied w/o valid certificate of occupancy as per 28-118.3.2,28-118.3.2 alt-1 #104843966 noted: 1 and cellar level occupied at time of inspection. remedy: obtain valid c/o (or) discontinue ill

    Dec 1, 2008 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o permit noted at 5th fl having combined 5b and 5c with erecting partitions to enlarge a 4 bedroom 2 bath apt with 1 kitchen work is 100% completed also note removed door entrance from hallway remedy:

    Apr 18, 2008 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
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  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c of o #72895. c of o shows 1st floor to be occupied as 3 apts & cellar super office & storage rooms. illegal occupancy noted: 1st floor occupied as plastic surgery

    Jan 23, 2008 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to provide approved plans under application #104565267 expired05/26/07 at premises at time of inspection,alt-z.remedy:stop all work forthwith except that req to make site safe!provide approved plans at

    May 4, 2007

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    B4b/3b/16/32a/34a/38/50/50a/50b/50c/50d/50e/50f/.50-fumes-burner not firing properly-needs service.50a-anti-syphon valve on oil line mountedwrong.50b-missing shut off valve on oil line at tank.50c-backflow prev

    Mar 12, 2007 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work does not conform to approved plans dated 9/13/05 inder job#104217410 expireds 6/30/06 non-conforming work noted: at 1st floor level at west side of bldg exist a shaftway approxmately 28' long contrary to t

    Dec 1, 2005

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Altered building occupied without a valid certificate of occupancy

    May 5, 2005

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to cororpy correction for violation #071102c08j illegal occupancy remedy:correct the vilation condition and certify correction

    Feb 17, 2005 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c of o. basement apt is listed to be used as super-intendents apt. remedy: obtain new c of o to reflect current use. or restore back to prior use.

    Feb 10, 2005 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy #72895 noted cofo for cellar is a super's apt and storage rooms it is nowbeing usd as officers for madison ave business improvement district`

    Dec 28, 2004 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit:work noted:a)at roof top 6th fl. level rear set back roof an enlargement or extension structure of approx. 12' by 20' with a 12' height has been attached to bldg (with wooden siding).b)at

    Sep 15, 2004 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    36l10/45m07/58o02/56e10/38m07/66o02/84a03/85d06 36-repair defective stop switch in overhead 45-provide di-directional overspeed switch on governor 58-brake is oil soaked 56-vibration in hoist motor 38-work ligh

    Mar 24, 2004 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c of o noted:c/o#72895 states thar cellar is super apt & storage rooms.cellar illegally occupied as 7 room business"madison ave b1m".remedy:discontinue illegal use forthwit

    Nov 14, 2003 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by certicate of occupancy #72895 illegal occupancy noted: in cellat legal super intendants apartment and storage rooms now converted to offices, loker room and communications

    Sep 8, 2003 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    83, x, 07 39, p, 07 83 provide service to elevator for inspection 39 provide access to equipement room

    Aug 8, 2003

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    39p07/ 79x#/ 39-p-07 restore service in elevator car to basement & restore service from basement to car ( elevator 79-x-# restore to service

    Mar 10, 2003

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that building department records certificate of occupancy # 72895 from : supers apartment at cellar area to : office spaced for b.i.d. remedy : discontinue illegal use as office space

    Jul 11, 2002 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. in that interior walls of a ground floor (1st floor) apt have been removed without obtaining the required dept. of building permits. remedy: obtain all required permits or restore

    Oct 13, 1998

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy #72893. from: legal use of superintendent apartment & storage in cellar. to: illegal use of office occupant b.i.d. madison ave. (business impro

    Sep 14, 1998

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certicate of occupancy #72859 noted. at cellar level space being used as a now profit busineswith office space and reception area with seated and table in corridor

    Aug 24, 1998 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary don that allowed by the certificat of occupancy #72893 at cellar: from : superintendent apartment & storage to: illegal offices. office occupanct b.i.d. madison avenue bussiness improvement

    Apr 1, 1998 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary ot that allowed by the certificate of occupancy. certificate of occupancy #72895. at cellar. from legal use of superintendents apartment and storage rooms to illegal use of: offices occupant.

    Aug 18, 1997 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit partitions have been removed and sheetrock and wood studs are being erected at 1st fl at west front apt. remedy: stop all work obtain necessary approvals and permits form this dept.

    Mar 12, 1997 · Penalty $175

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    15m,15r,30i,30r,39h,54m.15m-floor munbers 15r-cylinder on basement 30i-loose paster on entire hoist way 30r wiring 54m-electrical permit by alectrical board

    Jan 14, 1997 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    08v,40t,73o,40 perform 5yr test&label

    Mar 5, 1991 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Unknown

    Work in cellar after normal working hours 1am 3 men working on water lines. remedy stop work until dob has inspection site

    Jul 20, 1989 · Penalty $500

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 4, 2026 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 31, 2026 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 21, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 13, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 2, 2024 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 27, 2024 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 10, 2024 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 10, 2024 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Aug 26, 2024 · Apt 19

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 18, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 9, 2023 · Apt BLDG

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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 7, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Dec 6, 2021 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 19, 2021 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 13, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 1, 2021 · Apt BLDG

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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 24, 2021 · Apt BLDG

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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 18, 2021 · Apt BLDG

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  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 27, 2021 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 22, 2021 · Apt 2B

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  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Sep 22, 2021 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    May 30, 2021 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 30, 2021 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 25, 2020 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 13, 2020 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 20, 2019 · Apt BLDG

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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 18, 2019 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 11, 2019 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Nov 4, 2018 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Nov 4, 2018 · Apt 4C

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  • Elevator

    Maintenance

    Sep 22, 2018 · Apt BLDG

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  • Door/window

    Door

    Sep 3, 2018 · Apt 4C

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  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 15, 2017 · Apt 3C

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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 14, 2017 · Apt 4C

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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 20, 2016 · Apt 2B

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  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 8, 2016 · Apt 2B

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  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 22, 2016 · Apt 2B

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  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 1, 2016 · Apt 4C

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  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Sep 1, 2016 · Apt 4C

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  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Aug 20, 2016 · Apt 4C

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  • General

    Janitor/super

    Aug 4, 2016 · Apt 3E

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  • Flooring/stairs

    Stairs

    Aug 4, 2016 · Apt 3E

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  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jun 25, 2016 · Apt 4C

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  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jun 16, 2016 · Apt 4C

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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 2, 2015 · Apt 2B

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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 19, 2014 · Apt 2B

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  • Nonconst

    Janitor/super

    Jan 24, 2011 · Apt 4D

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  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jan 24, 2011 · Apt 4D

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  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 10, 2010 · Apt NA

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  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 29, 2010 · Apt BLDG

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Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Elevator apartment building (D7)
Year built
1909
Floors
5
Residential units
16
Building area
12,391 ft²
Lot area
2,852 ft²
Zoning
R10
Community board
108
Council district
4
Block / lot
1491 / 27
Assessed value
$1,554,750
Landmark / historic district
INDIVIDUAL LANDMARK

HPD registration #119790, last renewed Dec 10, 2025.

Questions about 59 East 79 Street

Who owns 59 East 79 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Soufer Family L L C.

Does 59 East 79 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 87 housing violations at this property.

Is 59 East 79 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 6 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 38% of its 16 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 59 East 79 Street built?

City records list 1909 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 59 East 79 Street?

It has 16 residential units and 19 units in total.

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