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219 78 Street

Brooklyn, NY 11209BBL 3-05959-0073Map

Owner of record: 219 78 St Owners INC

219 78 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1900 in Brooklyn, 11209. It has 41 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is 219 78 St Owners INC. HPD has recorded 128 housing violations here, most recently on August 27, 2026. 1 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
128
DOB violations
15
ECB violations
10
HPD complaints
337

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Aug 27, 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 · 128

  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) throughout the public areas in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12.

    Aug 27, 2026

    Open — Nov certified on time
  • A

    Post a proper notice regarding rent stabilization law, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a conspicuous location within the common area at the buildings entrance. for more information about signage requirements, please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/required-signage.page

    May 4, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of unopenable windows at the intermediate landing at public hall stairs, 5th story

    Apr 1, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of unopenable windows at the intermediate landing at public hall stairs, 4th story

    Apr 1, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of unopenable windows at the intermediate landing at public hall stairs, 2nd story

    Apr 1, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 1, 2026 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the 1st room from north located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 3, 2025 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of lockable knob at door preventing entrance to fire escape room in the 1st room from north located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 3, 2025 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeds the maximum temperature of 130 degrees fahrenheit in the kitchen located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 3, 2025 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at fire door leading to boiler room at north at cellar

    Mar 3, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing kick down at fire door leading to boiler room at north at cellar

    Mar 3, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 4, 2024 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 4, 2024 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 4, 2024 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 4, 2024 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective in the entrance located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 4, 2024 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the foyer located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 4, 2024 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing garbage bags set and obstructed the vestibule door , at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 11, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective [ latch set assembly] at the entrance to compactor closet , at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 11, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective ceiling light fixtures, in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 11, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1f, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 11, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 41 square feet ,at grouts joints at north,east,south,west wall around showerstall, and caulking at washbasin at east wall, in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 11, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Apr 11, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective .. in the entrance located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 7, 2024 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Refit door in the entrance located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 15, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 15, 2024 · Apt 4F

    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 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 15, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    § 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration acoustic drop ceiling tiles in the bathroom located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 15, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Jan 15, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective counter balance upper sash windows north and south in the 2nd room from north located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 15, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective rubber gasket at refrigerator doors in the kitchen located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 15, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at boiler room, 1st story

    Jan 15, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 15, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective counter balance upper sash window in the bathroom located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 15, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective counter balance upper sash window in the 1st room from north located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 15, 2024 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scolding hot water excedding allowable temp of 130 degrees in the kitchen located at apt 4d, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Nov 30, 2023 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective .. in the entrance located at apt 4d, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Nov 30, 2023 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing cover lid at garbage can ,in the compactor closet , at public hall, 5th story

    Nov 3, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective [ door ]at the entrance of the compactor closet , at public hall, 5th story

    Nov 3, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing cover lid at garbage can ,in the compactor closet , at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 3, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective [ door ] at the entrance of the compactor closet , at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 3, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 3, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 1square foot at south wall around washbasin surface, in the bathroom located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 3, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Nov 3, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 3, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 3, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hotwater exceeded maximum allow temperature of 130.f degrees at hotwater fixtures, in the entire apartment located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 3, 2023 · Apt 5A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective leading to the roof at south wall at public hall, 6th story

    Sep 9, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    § 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder at east & west stack building front at fire escape

    Aug 12, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing at vestibule , 1st story

    May 28, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 15

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 8, 2025

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    At time of inspection observed facade in state of disrepair at exp#1,2,3 and 4 cracks at multiple locations, at exp#1 ornamental stone at roof level at right side displaced. stucco displaced at exp#3 and 4 and pieces falling. retaining wall at rear have crack.

    Oct 31, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Immediate emergency anythingoptional

    Erect a sidewalk shed at exp #1 20 linear ft starting from corner of exp 1\4 and extend sws towards the corner of exp 1\2, also provide 5 linear ft extension from corner of exp 1\4 to cover the front yard of 225 78 street for total of 25 linear ft

    Oct 31, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Structurally compromised building none

    Failure to submit an acceptable inspectn rpt for structurally compromised bldg.

    Jan 15, 2024

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Due to fire

    Dec 25, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 21, 2020

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 11, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 25, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 5, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 10, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 7, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 13, 1992

    Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    #74-provide capacity plate-#74a-file application and obtain per- mit for new paneling

    Apr 20, 1990

    Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 10

  • Class - 1

    Cease use item: bypass in safety circuit; governor overspeed switch, overhead stop switch and pit stop switch rendered inoperative. class 2 items: inoperative phone. adjust floor stops.

    Jan 22, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Defective car phone. worn brake sleeve. provide proper cotter pin on right brake pad pin. unreadable controller fuses. unguarded machine room lighting. repair amchine room door lock.

    May 29, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection observed at exp#4 fire escape access from apartment obstructed by window mounted ac unit, also ac unit store on fire escape. exit door from cellar to side yard not self closing., repair an

    Oct 31, 2024

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    At time of inspection observed facade in state of disrepair at exp#1,2,3 and 4 cracks at multiple locations, at exp#1 ornamental stone at roof level at right side displaced. stucco displaced at exp#3 and 4 and

    Oct 31, 2024 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    At time of inspection observed parapet brick wall disrepair at exposure# 3 compromosing fire escape stack area on 6s stories building, a8 ecb vilation issued, repair and/replace

    May 20, 2024 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Adjust floor , adjust cab mirror. provide in case of fire signs where needed. defective car phone. unsecure escape hatch. small gap on left brake pad. worn brake sleeve. seal hoist machine leaks. oil leaking in

    May 20, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    10h11.08v1.40p17.97x10.37p17.10h replace 08v adjust fl stops 40p 37p and available access 97x elevator shut down during inspection

    Mar 27, 2009

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    08v01,26d06,70o02

    Sep 22, 2008

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    02i11,02i11,84i11. 84i overhead room skylight damaged.

    Dec 23, 2003

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    3r,18l,46j,52d,74m,(3)installed without a permit. (18)main floor (46)place in proper sequence or cwt end. (52)pin. (74)provide capacity plate.

    Mar 26, 1991

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 23, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Open
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Oct 11, 2026 · Apt 3A

    Open
  • Paint/plaster

    Cabinet

    Oct 11, 2026 · Apt 3A

    Open
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Oct 11, 2026 · Apt 3A

    Open
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Oct 1, 2026 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Oct 1, 2026 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • General

    Janitor/super

    Oct 1, 2026 · Apt BUILDI

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Aug 26, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 3, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 29, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 25, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 20, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Apr 13, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 3, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Apr 2, 2026 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • General

    Janitor/super

    Apr 2, 2026 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • General

    Janitor/super

    Mar 26, 2026 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Mar 26, 2026 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • General

    Janitor/super

    Feb 25, 2026 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Feb 25, 2026 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 25, 2026 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Elevator

    Maintenance

    Feb 25, 2026 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Outside building

    Pavement

    Feb 25, 2026 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 25, 2026 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 16, 2026 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Feb 14, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Elevator

    Maintenance

    Jan 16, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 8, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 8, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 4, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 2, 2025 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 7, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 23, 2025 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 8, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 23, 2024 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 14, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 9, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 3, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 17, 2024 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Aug 17, 2024 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Aug 17, 2024 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 17, 2024 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 17, 2024 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 17, 2024 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 17, 2024 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 17, 2024 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jun 1, 2024 · Apt APT1FE

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    May 1, 2024 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    May 1, 2024 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    May 1, 2024 · Apt 3A

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Aug 12, 2026$335,000Coops - elevator apartments—

Building details

Building type
Elevator apartment building (D4)
Year built
1900
Floors
6
Residential units
41
Building area
27,468 ft²
Lot area
6,560 ft²
Zoning
R4A
Community board
310
Council district
47
Block / lot
5959 / 73
Assessed value
$1,872,450
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #308660, last renewed Sep 17, 2025.

Questions about 219 78 Street

Who owns 219 78 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 219 78 St Owners INC.

Does 219 78 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 128 housing violations at this property.

Is 219 78 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 219 78 Street built?

City records list 1900 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 219 78 Street?

It has 41 residential units.

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