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243 78 Street

Brooklyn, NY 11209BBL 3-05959-0062Map

Owner of record: Fairfax House Owners

243 78 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1940 in Brooklyn, 11209. It has 60 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is Fairfax House Owners. HPD has recorded 54 housing violations here, most recently on February 27, 2018. 34 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 1 rent-stabilized apartment here in 2024.

HPD violations
54
DOB violations
17
ECB violations
9
HPD complaints
12

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Feb 27, 2018

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
1
About 2% of the building's 60 apartments
Down from 3 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 · 54

  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation steam riser in the bathroom located at apt 6e, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Feb 27, 2018 · Apt 6E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 6e, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Feb 27, 2018 · Apt 6E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at ceiling 20 square feet, at north wall 10 square feet, at west wall 10 square feet, approx. 40 square feet40 in the bathroom located at apt 6e, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Feb 27, 2018 · Apt 6E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing ceramic tiles at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 6e, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Feb 27, 2018 · Apt 6E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color west wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 6e, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Feb 27, 2018 · Apt 6E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 6e, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Feb 27, 2018 · Apt 6E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and west wall in the 4th room from north at west located at apt 6e, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Feb 27, 2018 · Apt 6E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at south and east walls in the bathroom located at apt 6e, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jul 18, 2017 · Apt 6E

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 6e, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jul 18, 2017 · Apt 6E

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color west wall in the 4th room from north at east located at apt 6e, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jul 18, 2017 · Apt 6E

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
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  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 6e, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jul 18, 2017 · Apt 6E

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • C

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at ceiling 30 square feet, at north wall 10 square feet, at south wall 10 square feet, at east wall 10 square feet in the bathroom located at apt 6e, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jul 18, 2017 · Apt 6E

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of peeling paint aroundthe interior window frame in the bathroom located at apt 5-e, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jun 22, 2001 · Apt 5-E

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at the bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 5-e, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jun 22, 2001 · Apt 5-E

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at the wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 5-e, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jun 22, 2001 · Apt 5-E

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of peeling paint at the walls and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5-e, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jun 22, 2001 · Apt 5-E

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective waterproof grout between the base of the ceramic wall tiles and the top of the bathtub enclosure in the bathroom located at apt 5-e, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jun 22, 2001 · Apt 5-E

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 5-e, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jun 22, 2001 · Apt 5-E

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Properly secure the loose ceramic wall tiles at the base of the border in the bathroom located at apt 5-e, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jun 22, 2001 · Apt 5-E

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of void between the walls and floor at the dining alcove located at apt 5-e, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jun 22, 2001 · Apt 5-E

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of bulging vinyl floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 5-e, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jun 22, 2001 · Apt 5-E

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of a concealed water leak at the west wall and ceiling in the 1st bedroom from north at west located at apt 5-e, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jun 22, 2001 · Apt 5-E

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective defective hot water faucet handle washbasin 3 sty north apt 3a bathroom , section '' ''

    Mar 5, 1991 · Apt 3A

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls and ceilings thru out 3 sty north apt 3a , section '' ''

    Mar 5, 1991 · Apt 3A

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • C

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets bathtub 3 sty north apt 3a bathroom er1 , section '' ''

    Mar 5, 1991 · Apt 3A

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 3 sty north apt 3a , section '' ''

    Mar 5, 1991 · Apt 3A

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed bx cables foyer wall 3 sty north apt 3a , section '' ''

    Mar 5, 1991 · Apt 3A

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of mildew walls 3 sty north apt 3a thru out , section '' ''

    Mar 5, 1991 · Apt 3A

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches 3 sty north apt 3a , section '' ''

    Mar 5, 1991 · Apt 3A

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color west wall 2 sty center east apt 2k bathroom. , section '' ''

    May 24, 1990 · Apt 2K

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective electrical wall switch cover 2 sty center east apt 2k bathroom. , section '' ''

    May 24, 1990 · Apt 2K

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective iron fence rear west areaway of bldg.

    Apr 23, 1990

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-20.08,20.09 adm code provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 6 sty apt 6k. located at apt 6k

    Apr 23, 1990 · Apt 6K

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective eroded mortar joints east chimney to roof.

    Apr 23, 1990

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective cement retaining wall at north fire passage to rear yard.

    Apr 23, 1990

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective eroded mortar joints of front east & west parapet wall to roof.

    Apr 23, 1990

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the south fire passage to courtyard.

    Apr 23, 1990

    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 1 sty public hall and on boiler room door.

    Apr 23, 1990

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets washbasin 3 sty apt 3a bathroom er1. located at apt 3a

    Apr 23, 1990 · Apt 3A

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of mildew at radiator 3 sty apt 3a kitchen. located at apt 3a

    Apr 23, 1990 · Apt 3A

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 3 sty center north apt 3a ziemelis. , section '' ''

    Apr 23, 1990 · Apt 3A

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches thru out 3 sty center north apt 3a. , section '' ''

    Apr 23, 1990 · Apt 3A

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective gas burner range 3 sty center north apt 3a kitchen. , section '' ''

    Apr 23, 1990 · Apt 3A

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of mildew walls & ceilings 3 sty center north apt 3a center & west rooms. , section '' ''

    Apr 23, 1990 · Apt 3A

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors boiler room at cellar.

    Apr 23, 1990

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose antenna parapet wall rear east & west of building.

    Apr 23, 1990

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective mechanical vent roof at front east.

    Apr 23, 1990

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling 2 sty north apt 2k at west section bathroom. , section '' ''

    Jan 17, 1990 · Apt 2K

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color loose unkeyed plaster ceiling 2 sty northeast apt 2k bathroom er1. , section '' ''

    Jan 9, 1990 · Apt 2K

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance 2 sty apt 2k. , section '' ''

    Dec 20, 1989 · Apt 2K

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 17

  • Failure to post energy grade/score none

    Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3

    Dec 1, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 21, 2020

    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
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 24, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jun 29, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 24, 2016

    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 elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 4, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 10, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 22, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 31, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 7, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Oct 1, 2005

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jul 21, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 9

  • Class - 2

    Clean pit. repair pit lighting. misaligned cab mirror. expired brake maintenance tag. seal oil leaks. clean oil residue from brake drum.

    Apr 25, 2023 · Penalty $780

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Cease use item: inoperative zone lock restrictor. class 2 items/ unreadable main line fuses. expired brake maint tag. repair machine room lock.

    Nov 30, 2022 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    *42n09,100m07,68b07,59t07,27t15,61t07,70o07. *class one item: 42n-bypassed fr2 fuse on br board: this fuse leads to the rope gripper and safety circuit*; 100m-in case of fire signge in bsmt and lobby; 68b-not

    Apr 8, 2016 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    02x10 08v01 81m07 42n09 40m07.(02x)alarm inoperative (08v)car leveling(81m)ctw run 4 signage (42n)wire across fuses (40m)no elevator co.name& tel # sticker in machine room.

    Jun 25, 2014 · Penalty $530

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    98bb05 99bb05 69m07 40x10 100m07 41l10 01b11 72m07 76m07 98&99-expired cat 1 & cat 5 top 67-missing code data plate 40-far in mr 100-provide prints for controller 41-lock is defective k3 items 01-update our eme

    Mar 28, 2012 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to provide adequate protection for sidewalks and walkways during construction operations in that hanging scafford does not have diaper surrounding all openings during work and no sidewalk shed provided

    Jul 21, 1998

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    08v,73a#,73b#,74#. 73remove cable in motor room.73b repair exposed wiring on top of elevator. 74 recommend changing locks + door keepers base to 6 floor.

    Aug 30, 1995

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    47#

    Mar 26, 1991

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    15l,28h,35#,57o,#35 replace broken window glass on motor room-

    Oct 10, 1990 · Penalty $150

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Door/window

    Door

    Jan 23, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 22, 2018 · Apt 6E

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 22, 2018 · Apt 6E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Feb 22, 2018 · Apt 6E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jun 28, 2017 · Apt 6E

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jun 28, 2017 · Apt 6E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jun 28, 2017 · Apt 6E

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 28, 2017 · Apt 6E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 26, 2015 · Apt 2G

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 8, 2014 · Apt NA

    Close
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  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 8, 2014 · Apt 2H

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 14, 2010 · Apt 21

    Close

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 (D4)
Year built
1940
Floors
6
Residential units
60
Building area
61,800 ft²
Lot area
14,715 ft²
Zoning
R4A
Community board
310
Council district
47
Block / lot
5959 / 62
Assessed value
$2,433,150
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #348822, last renewed Aug 27, 2025.

Questions about 243 78 Street

Who owns 243 78 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Fairfax House Owners.

Does 243 78 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 54 housing violations at this property.

Is 243 78 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 1 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 2% of its 60 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 243 78 Street built?

City records list 1940 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 243 78 Street?

It has 60 residential units.

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