515 East 79 Street
Manhattan, NY 10075BBL 1-01576-0014Map
Owner of record: 79 St & East End Ave Corp
515 East 79 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1981 in Manhattan, 10075. It has 163 residential units across 30 floors. The owner of record is 79 St & East End Ave Corp. HPD has recorded 1 housing violation here, most recently on May 29, 2018. 1 of the 1 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 1
- DOB violations
- 57
- ECB violations
- 34
- HPD complaints
- 3
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 · 1
- 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
May 29, 2018
Open — Nov certified late
DOB building violations · 57
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection
Nov 14, 2025
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection
Nov 14, 2025
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Vacate order-due to cracked and unstable brick work on the east exposure 4, east elevation of neighboring building at 505 east 79 st remedy: immed vacate the open air garden and seating area below and prvent access located at west elevation of 515 east 79 st
Apr 20, 2022
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 29, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 29, 2020
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 29, 2020
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 29, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 11, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 11, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 11, 2017
Dob violation - resolved
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- Facade safety program facade required
Fisp-facade safety program facade required
Jun 10, 2016
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 22, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 13, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 13, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 13, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 13, 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 - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test
Mar 31, 2014
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 16, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 16, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 16, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 16, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 21, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 21, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 21, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 21, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 30, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 18, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 18, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 18, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 18, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 23, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 23, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 23, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 23, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Facade facade optional
Ll1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional
Nov 30, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 14, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 14, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 25, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 25, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 25, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 25, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 5, 2003
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 5, 2003
Dob violation - resolved - Facade facade required
L1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade required
Aug 8, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
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Jul 25, 2002
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 10, 1997
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 10, 1997
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 34
- Class - 2
3301.9.6 obscured lawful signs at time of inspection observed a sidewalk shed at exp 1 of a 30 story residential building obstructing parking and street cleaning signs.allowed to securely fastened signs to the
Jul 21, 2026 · Penalty $2,530
Resolve - Class - 1
At time of inspection observed a decon shed for asbestos removal on top of the sidewalk shed contrary to approved plans, decon is not referenced in the site safety plan or on the approved drawings of the sidewa
Jul 21, 2026 · Penalty $2,530
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the department of buildings.at time of inspection,contractor has failed to file a certificate of correction for violation
Feb 9, 2026 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 1
Upon inspection of an active 30 story facade alt construction site i observed several unsafe conditions that should of been addressed by the ssm. shed installed contrary to code and ssp/sh drawings (missing 20
Dec 8, 2025 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 2
Upon inspection i observed pedestrian protection (street storage/work zone) in use unsafely installed in street. street storage was not fully enclosed to protect pedestrians on sidewalk or street (3307.4.7). je
Dec 8, 2025
Resolve - Class - 1
Upon inspection of an active 30 story facade alt i observed a sidewalk shed installed at exposure 1. upon review of the approved dob drawings i observed no 20ft extension provided at adjoining property as per c
Dec 8, 2025
Resolve - Class - 2
Upon inspection i observed a sidewalk shed installed at expos 1 contrary to code. multiple mudsills not secured to vertical members and footings sitting on styrofoam contrary to code 3307.6.4.10 founding. pipes
Dec 8, 2025 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Upon inspection i observed a sidewalk shed installed unsafely and contrary to approved drawings. multiple locations with styrofoam installed under the footings contrary to the drawings and code. missing 20ft ex
Dec 8, 2025 · Penalty $2,530
Active - Class - 2
Observed 3 chook suspended scaffolds/2 in use-installed contrary to design drawings/code-missing planks (blocking-bc3314.10.12)as on plans/code,platform configuration not as per man specs(using 3-3-2-3-2)not on
Aug 29, 2025
Resolve - Class - 2
Observed material hoist installed at exp #1 contrary to plans-missing blocks/cribbing at front support as per plans , installed insulation under front support-not on plans-stop all use of material hoist
Aug 29, 2025
Resolve
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- Class - 2
Sidewalk shed parapet panel sign not provided. noted: at the time of my inspection of alteration facade restoration job site,i observed sidewalk shed at exp#1&2 & no parapet panel sign were provided.
Mar 2, 2021
Resolve - Class - 2
Pedestrian protection does not meet code specification. noted: at the time of my inspection of alteration facade restoration job site,i observed post of sidewalk shed not plumb(hit)moved approx 8"-10"',no visib
Mar 2, 2021 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to file annual certification that cooling tower 1000001265 has been inspected, tested & disinfected & that a maintenance plan has been developed & implemented by november 1,2016. rem: file annual certif
Jun 20, 2017 · Penalty $10,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to file acceptable amended report indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial local law 11/98 report. remedy: file acceptable amended report.
Nov 7, 2016 · Penalty $400
Active - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. note: at sub cellar level in garage of above premises all exit stwys are blocked by motor vehicles. remedy: remove obstruction forthwith.
Feb 28, 2012 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner. 1- ground flr - exit blocked by locker & clothing. 2- exit door not self-closing tight toopen cellar exit doors. remedy: maintain bldg as per code.
Dec 6, 2011
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order to file a c/c w/the dob for nov #34619587z issued on 11.23.07. remedy: file a c/c.
Dec 6, 2011 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner lack of emergency lighting for exits exit discharge and public corridors per bc 1006.1 27-542 rem; repair and/or install emergency lighting as per code
Dec 6, 2011 · Penalty $4,800
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant mannerlack of a system of automatic sprinklers where required per bc9032;27-954 at the time of insp i observed gas fired clothes dryers in use w/o sprinklers bein
Nov 12, 2008 · Penalty $1,000
Active - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner installation/maintenance of plumbing materials/equipment per pc102.3;27-902 at time of insp i observed flexible connectors being installed on gas fired clot
Nov 12, 2008 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain interior bldg noted:concrete fl is missing leavingexposed rebars on the cellar level creating a tripping condition reme dy: replace missing concrete
Nov 23, 2007 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to comply w/ the conditions & restrictions in special permit no. 801099 zen failure to provide a plague/ sign indicating 24 hrs of access on plague/ sign. remedy: comply w/ special condition of permit
Nov 17, 2006
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to submit a fifth round technical report: periodic inspection of exterior walls and appurtenances as required by local law 11 of 1998 and the department of buildings rules and regulations. remedy: file
Jun 25, 2004
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to submit a round technical report:periodic inspection of exterior walls and appurtenances as required by local law 11 of 1998 and the department of buildings rules and regulations.remedy:fiel the requi
Apr 9, 2004
Resolve - Non-hazardous
85,bb,55 85bb5 perform file 5 year test
Sep 9, 2003 · Penalty $350
Resolve - Non-hazardous
85bb5.85-bb-5-performed and file for five year test.
Aug 4, 2003 · Penalty $350
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure ot provide 24 housr access noted: lockable gates have been erected at east 79 street plaza in violation of zoneing resolution section 27-113 as of right plaza bouns. preventing total unobstructed 24 hou
Mar 5, 2002 · Penalty $240
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to provide plaque sing required by zoneing resolution section 27-42. violaitng the as of right plaza bouns. remedy: provide the requred plaque sign, conform to the as of right plaza bouns.
Mar 5, 2002 · Penalty $240
Resolve - Non-hazardous
37l12 #37-l-12 relay dfoa damaged replace.
May 19, 2000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
37l12 #37-l-12 relay-no, g39
May 19, 2000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
35r6,48e11,56d6,46h12. 35-properly secure smoke hole covers in motor rm. 47-eliminate governor cable rubbing against bsmt limits. 56-secure/repair pit stop switch box. 46-replace cables.
Apr 30, 1999 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
46h12-replace hoist cables.
Apr 30, 1999 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
46h12,35r6. 46-replace worn cables. 35-properly secure smoke hole cover in motor rm.
Apr 30, 1999 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
37d06-50y14,35d06-. 37/d/06- replace controller cover. 35/d/06- removesheave from motor room floor. 50/y/14-seal main machine.
Jul 21, 1998 · Penalty $350
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 28, 2018 · Apt 12C
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 10, 2010 · Apt 3FLR
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 7, 2010 · Apt 3FLR
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 11, 2026 | Non-market transfer | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Aug 25, 2026 | $825,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Jul 27, 2026 | $1,300,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Mar 17, 2026 | Non-market transfer | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Feb 12, 2026 | $1,525,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Jan 28, 2026 | $1,175,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Dec 22, 2025 | $3,690,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Dec 19, 2025 | Non-market transfer | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Nov 3, 2025 | $880,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D4)
- Year built
- 1981
- Floors
- 30
- Residential units
- 163
- Building area
- 232,400 ft²
- Lot area
- 18,900 ft²
- Zoning
- R10A
- Community board
- 108
- Council district
- 5
- Block / lot
- 1576 / 14
- Assessed value
- $21,135,600
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #140082, last renewed Jul 7, 2025.
Questions about 515 East 79 Street
Who owns 515 East 79 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 79 St & East End Ave Corp.
Does 515 East 79 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 1 housing violations at this property.
Is 515 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 515 East 79 Street built?
City records list 1981 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 515 East 79 Street?
It has 163 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.