20-53 20 Street
Queens, NY 11105BBL 4-00893-0080Map
Owner of record: Cental Astoria
20-53 20 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1949 in Queens, 11105. It has 51 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Cental Astoria. HPD has recorded 188 housing violations here, most recently on June 9, 2025. 6 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 51 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 188
- DOB violations
- 6
- ECB violations
- 7
- HPD complaints
- 342
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.
Think your apartment is stabilized? Request its rent history from HCR (free), then check your renewal with the renewal calculator.
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 188
- CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''20-59'', at south
Jun 9, 2025 · Apt 1A
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... greater than 10 square feet west and south walls inside closet in the 3rd room from east at north located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''20-53'', at north
Feb 22, 2025 · Apt 3A
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... greater than 30 square feet north east and west walls in the 3rd room from east at north located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''20-53'', at north
Feb 22, 2025 · Apt 3A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... greater than 10 square feet south and east walls inside closet in the foyer located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''20-53'', at north
Feb 22, 2025 · Apt 3A
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation door frame in the entrance in the bathroom located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''20-53'', at north
Feb 22, 2025 · Apt 3A
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the east west and south ceramic wall tiles in the bathroom located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''20-53'', at north
Feb 22, 2025 · Apt 3A
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... greater than 30 square feet north west and south walls in the 4th room from east located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''20-53'', at north
Feb 22, 2025 · Apt 3A
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... greater than 30 square feet north and east walls and around window frame in the 1st room from east located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''20-53'', at north
Feb 22, 2025 · Apt 3A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 22, 2025 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 22, 2025 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation dismissed
Show 40 more ↓
- ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10sq feet on ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 22, 2025 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of bedbugs in the entire apartment located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 7, 2025 · Apt 3C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch set at door at building front street entrance , 1st story
Nov 28, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch at building front street entrance , 1st story
Nov 28, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at west wall bulkhead , 3rd story
Sep 9, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department west wall at bulkhead , 3rd story
Sep 9, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 9, 2024 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak west wall at bulkhead , 3rd story
Sep 9, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls in the foyer located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 9, 2024 · Apt 3B
Open — Nov certified late - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls in the 3rd room from east at north located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 9, 2024 · Apt 3B
Open — Nov certified late - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls in the private hallway located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 9, 2024 · Apt 3B
Open — Nov certified late - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 9, 2024 · Apt 3B
Open — Nov certified late - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department north south and west wall in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 9, 2024 · Apt 3B
Open — Nov certified late - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at east wall at bulkhead , 3rd story
Sep 2, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... greater than 10 sq.ft at east wall at bulkhead , 3rd story
Sep 2, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at east wall at bulkhead , 3rd story
Sep 2, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch at public hall, 1st story
Jul 20, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jul 20, 2024 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jul 20, 2024 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch at door at public hall, 1st story
Jul 20, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jul 20, 2024 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 7, 2024 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 7, 2024 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wall cabinet south wall in the kitchen located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 7, 2024 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at apartment entrance door in the entrance located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 7, 2024 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department south wall in the kitchen located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 7, 2024 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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 12, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system boiler room door lock at cellar story at boiler room
Feb 25, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 25, 2024 · Apt 3A
Closed — Violation closed - 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
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass pane at upper shash broken in the 2nd bedroom 2 from east located at apt 3b
Jun 13, 2023 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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 27, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts the entire apartment # : 3b at east ; / vacate order # : 221018 ; / effective date : wednesday, january 18, 2023 .
Jan 17, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of soot at ceiling at public hall stairs, 3rd story
Jan 6, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing upper and lower sash windows at public hall stairs, 3rd story
Jan 6, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 4th room from north located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 6, 2023 · Apt 1B
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 6, 2023 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 3, 2023 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 3, 2023 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 26, 2022 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 6
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
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
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 10, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jun 7, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 7
- Class - 2
Failure to maintain. noted: observed at entrance of building the facade has stripped and peeling paint and mortar cracked at lintel allowing elements to affect facade., repair and/or replace
Jul 26, 2024 · Penalty $1,562
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code complaint manner. at time of inspection observed at apartment 1b, kitchen floor sagging along with excessive movement when traveling on floor, lack or no bridging to prevent
Mar 22, 2023
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#39051651r issued on 11/24/21 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. for fire escape that was obstructed by al on the 3r
Jan 27, 2022
Resolve - Class - 2
No evidence of apt# 1b vibration or shaking. observed some hair line crake in ceiling and partition wall., repair and/or replace
Dec 2, 2021 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. at time of inspection observed fire escape pathway at 3rd floor apartment obstructed by window type a/c unit along with drop ladder by bicycles. at apt 1b
Nov 24, 2021 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction w/the d.o.b. noted; for nov #040809c01dc02/34766674r failure to maintain at apt #1b at kitchen & living room flr. at time of inspecti
Feb 2, 2010 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 3
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner defect in apt 1b in the kitchen area as well as some area in livingroom the flrs are swelling and buckling and cause entire kitchen fl to bounce remedy: repair
Apr 8, 2009 · Penalty $100
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 30, 2026 · Apt 1A
Close - Outside building
Pavement
Mar 30, 2026 · Apt 1A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 12, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 27, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 3, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 21, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 10, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 10, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 9, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 18, 2025 · Apt 3C
Close
Show 40 more ↓
- Water leak
Slow leak
Sep 18, 2025 · Apt 3C
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Sep 18, 2025 · Apt 3C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 12, 2025 · Apt 3C
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jun 12, 2025 · Apt 3C
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Jun 12, 2025 · Apt 3C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 15, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 14, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 13, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 23, 2025 · Apt 1A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 15, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Feb 1, 2025 · Apt 3A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jan 6, 2025 · Apt 3A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 13, 2024 · Apt 3C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 10, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 26, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 19, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 18, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 28, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Aug 17, 2024 · Apt 3B
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Aug 17, 2024 · Apt 3B
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Aug 17, 2024 · Apt 3B
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Aug 17, 2024 · Apt 1A
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Aug 17, 2024 · Apt 3B
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Aug 16, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Aug 16, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Aug 16, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Aug 16, 2024 · Apt 3B
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Aug 16, 2024 · Apt 2B
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 19, 2024 · Apt 2B
Close - General
Cabinet
Jul 19, 2024 · Apt 2B
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Jul 19, 2024 · Apt 2B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jun 20, 2024 · Apt 3B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jun 5, 2024 · Apt 2B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 28, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 12, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 11, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 23, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 23, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 28, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 9, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C9)
- Year built
- 1949
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 51
- Building area
- 38,535 ft²
- Lot area
- 39,085 ft²
- Zoning
- R5
- Community board
- 401
- Council district
- 22
- Block / lot
- 893 / 80
- Assessed value
- $1,827,450
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #429489, last renewed Sep 3, 2025.
Questions about 20-53 20 Street
Who owns 20-53 20 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Cental Astoria.
Does 20-53 20 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 188 housing violations at this property.
Is 20-53 20 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 51 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 51 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 20-53 20 Street built?
City records list 1949 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 20-53 20 Street?
It has 51 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.