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79 St Nicholas Place

Manhattan, NY 10032BBL 1-02069-0008Map

Owner of record: 79 S N Ltd

79 St Nicholas Place is a walk-up apartment building built in 1921 in Manhattan, 10032. It has 27 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is 79 S N Ltd. HPD has recorded 594 housing violations here, most recently on May 18, 2026. 9 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 26 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
594
DOB violations
3
ECB violations
8
HPD complaints
737

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 18, 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
26
About 96% of the building's 27 apartments
Up from 25 in 2018

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 · 594

  • B

    Provide sufficient, proper and separate metal receptacles for the deposit of garbage, rubbish and other waste material and arrange for collection and disposal of such material.

    May 18, 2026

    Open — Not complied with
  • 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

    § 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor frame missing at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 12, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at bulkhead door at public hall, 6th story

    Dec 10, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 30, 2025 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective roof bulkhead door

    Sep 30, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock at door to the room leading to fire escape window in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Mar 6, 2024 · Apt 1B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the all stories floors and treads at public halls and stairs throughout

    Mar 6, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Feb 8, 2024 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 12 sq. ft. at ceiling, north wall in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 31, 2024 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at 1st closet from west at north wall door in the private hallway located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jan 3, 2024 · Apt 1B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jan 3, 2024 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jan 3, 2024 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jan 3, 2024 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 2 sq ft at east window frame, south and north wall in the bathroom located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jan 3, 2024 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jan 3, 2024 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st closet from east at south wall door frame in the foyer located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jan 3, 2024 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at 1st door from north at east wall in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jan 3, 2024 · Apt 1B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jan 3, 2024 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st window frame from north at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jan 3, 2024 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard-paint that is xrf tested inconclusive for lead content at 0.5mg/cm2 and is presumed lead paint as set forth in (28 rcny §11-07(b)) and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface-using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) south wall in the bathroom located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jan 3, 2024 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jan 3, 2024 · Apt 1B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st closet from west at north wall door frame in the private hallway located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jan 3, 2024 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st closet from north at east wall door frame, 1st door frame from north at east wall in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jan 3, 2024 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from south at west wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jan 3, 2024 · Apt 1B

    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.

    Nov 15, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of house hold items at public hall, 3rd story

    Aug 23, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Refit vestibule door at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 24, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... in the entrance located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Aug 24, 2022 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective spring balance at upper and lower sashes at east 1 window in the 1st room from east located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Aug 24, 2022 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Aug 24, 2022 · Apt 1B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Aug 24, 2022 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Aug 24, 2022 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at vestibule at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 24, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st window frame from north at east wall, 2nd window frame from north at east wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 5a, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 28, 2022 · Apt 5A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st window frame from north at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 5a, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 28, 2022 · Apt 5A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the foyer , the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 5a, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 28, 2022 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... in the entrance located at apt 5a, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 28, 2022 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 1st radiator from east at south wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 5a, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 28, 2022 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the north wall, west wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 5a, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 28, 2022 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 1st riser from west at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 5a, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 28, 2022 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the east wall in the bathroom located at apt 5a, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 28, 2022 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from east at south wall, 1st window frame from south at west wall in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 5a, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 19, 2022 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the north wall, west wall, east wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 5a, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 19, 2022 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) east wall in the foyer located at apt 5a, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 19, 2022 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from east at south wall in the kitchen located at apt 5a, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 19, 2022 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from east at south wall, 1st door frame from south at west wall in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 5a, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 19, 2022 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from south at west wall, 1st window frame from north at east wall in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 5a, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 19, 2022 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st window frame from north at east wall, 2nd window frame from north at east wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 5a, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 19, 2022 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling in the foyer located at apt 5a, 6th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 19, 2022 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 3

  • Construction other optional

    Retaining wall approx 10'-0" in height at rear of 79 st nicholas place located on property line between 880 st nicholas ave & 79 st nicholas pl is defective with vertical crack present running full height of wall and concrete slab of high elevation property (880 st nicholas ave) overhanging retaining wall.

    May 22, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 1, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 8

  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain exterior building walls and appurtenances. as noted: at time of inspection i observed on exposure #1 cracks and step crack in brick work at several floors; sagging corroded metal lintels at

    Aug 8, 2023 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.note:at the timeof inspection observed at expo#4 north elevation at chimney top level spalling/damaged masonry above the courtyard area.rem:repair and/or re

    Jun 15, 2023 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order to file a cofc w/the dob.respondent failed to comply w/the comm's order to correct the violating conditions & file a cofc pursuant to 28-204.2 for nov#34889286p.rem:correct

    Mar 9, 2011 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. note: fire escape passageway from rear yard of above premises is blocked by garage bays & plywood & numerous bags of cement. remedy: remove obstructions forthwi

    Mar 9, 2011 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway from rear yard. roof exit door hardware defective,broken,leaving roof door open to unauthorized entry at any time. remedy: remove obstruction,repair hardware at

    Dec 18, 2010 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall noted: vertical crack in brick facade of 3/4" wide. bricks at top of crack are loose . location : n/w corner of bldg . adjacent to north fire escape at rear of bldg.r

    Jan 10, 2000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall. defect is: vertical crack in brick exterior wall approx. 1/2"-1 1/2" starting at west side of north fire passage and continuing up west side of building through to ro

    May 15, 1997 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain. noted: vertical structural cracks ranging from 1/2"--1 1/2" in exterior wall over northwest fire passageway from rooflevel to 1st floor--in danger of collapse. creating hazardous conditi

    Jun 7, 1995 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 30, 2026 · Apt 4H

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 9, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 13, 2025 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Nov 11, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 6, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 3, 2025 · Apt 1E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 4, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 3, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 23, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 17, 2024 · Apt 3G

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 26, 2024 · Apt 6F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Sep 9, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Feb 27, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 7, 2024 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 19, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Dec 26, 2023 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Dec 24, 2023 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Dec 24, 2023 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Aug 29, 2023 · Apt 5K

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Aug 29, 2023 · Apt 5K

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Aug 12, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jul 31, 2023 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Sep 20, 2022 · Apt A

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 22, 2022 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 22, 2022 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 22, 2022 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Aug 8, 2022 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jul 24, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 27, 2022 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    May 27, 2022 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    May 27, 2022 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    May 27, 2022 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 27, 2022 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 27, 2022 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 27, 2022 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 27, 2022 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 24, 2022 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 16, 2022 · Apt APT5A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    May 16, 2022 · Apt APT5A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 16, 2022 · Apt APT5A

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    May 16, 2022 · Apt APT5A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    May 16, 2022 · Apt APT5A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    May 16, 2022 · Apt APT5A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 16, 2022 · Apt APT5A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 2, 2020 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 2, 2020 · Apt 2E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 16, 2020 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Apr 20, 2018 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Dec 6, 2017 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 6, 2017 · Apt 3D

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C1)
Year built
1921
Floors
6
Residential units
27
Building area
25,884 ft²
Lot area
6,240 ft²
Zoning
R8A
Community board
109
Council district
9
Block / lot
2069 / 8
Assessed value
$778,950
Landmark / historic district
Hamilton Heights / Sugar Hill Northeast Historic District

HPD registration #113041, last renewed Aug 29, 2025.

Questions about 79 St Nicholas Place

Who owns 79 St Nicholas Place?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 79 S N Ltd.

Does 79 St Nicholas Place have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 594 housing violations at this property.

Is 79 St Nicholas Place rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 26 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 96% of its 27 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 79 St Nicholas Place built?

City records list 1921 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 79 St Nicholas Place?

It has 27 residential units.

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