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79 Willoughby Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11205BBL 3-02075-0051Map

Owner of record: 79 Willoughby Ave LLC

79 Willoughby Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1905 in Brooklyn, 11205. It has 4 residential units across 3.5 floors. The owner of record is 79 Willoughby Ave LLC. HPD has recorded 42 housing violations here, most recently on May 6, 2026. 27 of the 42 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
42
DOB violations
0
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
14

What to know

Concern
2 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 6, 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

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 42

  • 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.

    May 6, 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.

    Apr 12, 2024

    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 17, 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.

    Mar 27, 2023

    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 4, 2022

    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.

    Mar 2, 2022

    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 2, 2022

    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.

    Apr 13, 2021

    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 13, 2021

    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.

    Oct 31, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • 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 22, 2018

    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 30, 2017

    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 16, 2016

    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.

    Oct 14, 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 25, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 100 watts required

    May 23, 2004

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective metal window frame in the 2nd room from north located at apt 4, 4th story

    Oct 10, 2003 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective mortise lock assembly in the entrance located at apt 4, 4th story

    Oct 10, 2003 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective glass window pane lower sash in the 2nd room from north located at apt 4, 4th story

    Oct 10, 2003 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing rubber gasket refrigerator in the kitchen located at apt 4, 4th story

    Oct 10, 2003 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective oven and top burners in the kitchen located at apt 4, 4th story

    Oct 10, 2003 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of mold and mildew ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt 4, 4th story

    Oct 10, 2003 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood steps 4,5 and 6 up at public hall stairs, 3rd story

    Oct 10, 2003

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective glass window pane upper sash in the 1st room from east located at apt 4, 4th story

    Oct 10, 2003 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets sink in the kitchen located at apt 4, 4th story

    Oct 10, 2003 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing wood balusters(2) at public hall stairs, 3rd story

    Oct 10, 2003

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 4th story

    Oct 10, 2003 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 4th story

    Oct 10, 2003 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt 4, 4th story

    Oct 10, 2003 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department west wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt 4, 4th story

    Oct 10, 2003 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department north,east wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 4, 4th story

    Oct 10, 2003 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 4th story

    May 9, 2003 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 4th story

    May 9, 2003 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing balusters at public hall stairs, 3rd story

    Mar 25, 2003

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color cielings and walls all rooms in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 4th story, apartment at north

    Mar 25, 2003 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color cieling and walls in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 4th story, apartment at north

    Mar 25, 2003 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing ceramic wall tiles in the bathroom located at apt 4, 4th story, apartment at north

    Mar 25, 2003 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace with new the broken or defective glass of upper and lower window sashes kitchen south west room and in the 1st room from north located at apt 4, 4th story, apartment at north

    Mar 25, 2003 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination 2 and 4 story at public hall

    Mar 25, 2003

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 100 watts minimum required fixtures present light not on

    Sep 28, 1998

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code refit entrance door to bldg.

    Sep 24, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of household items etc 1st and 4th sty public hall.

    Apr 14, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 0

No DOB violations on record

ECB violations · 2

  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection observed structural work without a permit in the front yard of the building, obtain all permits; obtain all permits

    Jul 16, 2024

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    At time of inspection observed trash bags piled up blocking the egress in the back yard making it unsafe to walk by during an emergency in violation to failure to maintain adequate housekeeping per section requ

    Jul 16, 2024 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 10, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Steam pipe/riser

    Feb 10, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Feb 10, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Feb 10, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 5, 2003 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Oct 24, 2003 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Oct 6, 2003 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Oct 6, 2003 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Oct 6, 2003 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Oct 6, 2003 · Apt 4

    Close
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  • General

    Cooking gas

    Sep 26, 2003 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Sep 23, 2003 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Sep 23, 2003 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Sep 15, 2003 · Apt 4

    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 (C3)
Year built
1905
Floors
3.5
Residential units
4
Building area
2,820 ft²
Lot area
2,030 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
302
Council district
35
Block / lot
2075 / 51
Assessed value
$602,550
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #321915, last renewed Jun 12, 2025.

Questions about 79 Willoughby Avenue

Who owns 79 Willoughby Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 79 Willoughby Ave LLC.

Does 79 Willoughby Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 42 housing violations at this property.

Is 79 Willoughby Avenue 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 79 Willoughby Avenue built?

City records list 1905 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 79 Willoughby Avenue?

It has 4 residential units.

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