21-79 Steinway Street
Queens, NY 11105BBL 4-00797-0003Map
Owner of record: 21-79 Steinway Property LLC
21-79 Steinway Street is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1890 in Queens, 11105. It has 4 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is 21-79 Steinway Property LLC. HPD has recorded 47 housing violations here, most recently on May 7, 2026. 44 of the 47 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 6 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 47
- DOB violations
- 26
- ECB violations
- 14
- HPD complaints
- 10
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
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.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 47
- ANon-hazardous
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 7, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story
Dec 20, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mailbox missing at public hall, 1st story
Dec 20, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door and frame at building entrance door at public hall, 1st story
Dec 20, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door in the entrance located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Dec 20, 2025 · Apt 3A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Dec 20, 2025 · Apt 3A
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Dec 20, 2025 · Apt 3A
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
§ 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 missing at public hall, 1st story
Dec 20, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - 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 at public hall, 1st story
Dec 20, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story
Dec 20, 2025
Open — Nov sent out
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- ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in private dwellings
Dec 20, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected at public hall, 1st story
Dec 20, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - IInformation / order
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 21, 2025
Open — Info nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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.
Jun 12, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - IInformation / order
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.
Dec 2, 2024
Open — Info nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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 16, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - IInformation / order
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 24, 2023
Open — Info nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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 29, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - IInformation / order
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, 2022
Open — Info nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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 8, 2022
Open — Nov sent out - IInformation / order
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 8, 2022
Open — Info nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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 16, 2021
Open — Nov sent out - IInformation / order
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 16, 2021
Open — Info nov sent out - IInformation / order
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 1, 2019
Open — Info nov sent out - IInformation / order
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.
Dec 6, 2017
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective ceiling light fixture in the 2nd room from east located at apt 3, 2nd story, apartment at south
Apr 6, 2003 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective handles at faucet bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3, 2nd story, apartment at south
Apr 6, 2003 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective up sash window glass in the kitchen located at apt 3, 2nd story, apartment at south
Apr 6, 2003 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, apartment at south
Apr 6, 2003 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective burners at gas range in the kitchen located at apt 3, 2nd story, apartment at south
Apr 6, 2003 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation heat riser in the bathroom located at apt 3, 2nd story, apartment at south
Apr 6, 2003 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls & ceiliing in the bathroom located at apt 3, 2nd story, apartment at south
Apr 6, 2003 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3, 2nd story, apartment at south
Apr 6, 2003 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarding material ceiling ( northeast and southwest sectionss ) at cellar
Sep 16, 2002
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the plumbing and construction materials etc thru out at cellar
Sep 16, 2002
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of refrigerator,bed,paintcans,etc.at 3rd.stry.publichall. at boiler room
Sep 9, 2002
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of gas range etc.at 1st.stry.public hall. at boiler room
Sep 9, 2002
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls 1st.stry.public hall. at boiler room
Sep 9, 2002
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing balusters at 3rd.stry.public hall. at boiler room
Sep 9, 2002
Open — Nov certified late - ANon-hazardous
Replace with new the missing balusters at 2nd.stry public hall. at boiler room
Sep 9, 2002
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at 1st.stry.pubkic hall. at boiler room
Sep 9, 2002
Open — Nov certified late - ANon-hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective magnetic gasket on refrigerator in the kitchen located at apt 1l, 1st story, apartment at north
Aug 14, 2002 · Apt 1L
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin , roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1l, 1st story, apartment at north
Aug 14, 2002 · Apt 1L
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
D26-16.01 adm code repair the leaky and/or defective faucets washbasin 2 sty rear apt 2r bathroom. , section '' ''
Oct 24, 1986 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-19.05 adm code provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination vestibule 1 sty pub hall r71.
Feb 21, 1984
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
§ 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 combination sink & tub installed cellar center south.
Oct 18, 1983
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
§ 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 wood stud plywood partitions erected creating two rooms cellar rear.
Oct 18, 1983
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 26
- 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 2023 external low pressure inspection
Sep 23, 2024
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report
Nov 8, 2019
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 12, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - active
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- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 3, 2008
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 19, 2007
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 6, 2006
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 13, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed - 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 - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 7, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 16, 1999
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
R.m
Oct 3, 1988
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 14
- Class - 1
Ecb violation issued for occupancy contrary to c of o. atoi observed at the backyard, spar decoration and relaxation area with a vibrant orange cushion and a bar., discontinue illegal occupancy or amend c of o
Sep 22, 2026 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35349228x issued on 09-11-18 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.
Nov 2, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35349228x issued on 09-11-18 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. remedy: comp
Sep 21, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35349228x issued on 9/11/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. failure to maintain buildi
Jul 26, 2019 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioners'order contained in summons/violation #35349228x issued on 9/11/18 and to file a cert.of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.failure to maintain bld.in code
Jun 1, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35349228x issued on 09/11/11 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.failure to maintain bldg
Feb 6, 2019 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35349228x issued on 9/11/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.failure to maintain build
Dec 15, 2018 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35349228x issued on 09/11/18 and to file a certification of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102.01. failure to maintain
Nov 1, 2018 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35333321y issued on 07-30-18 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. remedy: comp
Oct 17, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. noted: foundation wall bldg inside due to water seepage from outside-observed 2" of water in the cellar floor at time of inspection. previous summons issued w/
Sep 11, 2018 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve
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- Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35333321y issued 07/30/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. no c of c on file. rem: c
Sep 4, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain. noted: at time of inspection masonry coating along foundation wall is cracked bulging along exp#2 foundation walls water damages evident along entire wall. have licensed p.e. evaluate struc
Jul 30, 2018 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
Work without a permit. side walk shed installed in front of the building. 5 section of scaffoldings installed on top of side walk shed removed couple of front exterior wall plywood & replaced with new plywood
Nov 13, 2017
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work w/o a permit work noted:complete renov 1st floor-replacing rotted floor joist and partitions-new steel metal studs being installed at 1st floor.remedy:stop all work and obtain permits
Jun 9, 2003 · Penalty $250
Resolve
Complaints
- General
Mailbox
Dec 17, 2025 · Apt 3A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 16, 2025 · Apt 3A
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Dec 16, 2025 · Apt 3A
Close - Nonconst
Rubbish
Nov 10, 2011 · Apt 2A
Close - Nonconst
Rubbish
Nov 10, 2011 · Apt 2A
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 4, 2011 · Apt 3B
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 7, 2003 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Mar 7, 2003 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 7, 2003 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Shower-stall
Mar 7, 2003 · Apt 3
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Mixed residential and retail building (S9)
- Year built
- 1890
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 4
- Building area
- 4,650 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,517 ft²
- Zoning
- R5D
- Community board
- 401
- Council district
- 22
- Block / lot
- 797 / 3
- Assessed value
- $608,850
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #409402, last renewed Sep 18, 2018.
Questions about 21-79 Steinway Street
Who owns 21-79 Steinway Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 21-79 Steinway Property LLC.
Does 21-79 Steinway Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 47 housing violations at this property.
Is 21-79 Steinway Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 6 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 4 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 21-79 Steinway Street built?
City records list 1890 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 21-79 Steinway Street?
It has 4 residential units and 6 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.