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35-12 72 Street

Queens, NY 11372BBL 4-01271-0011Map

Owner of record: A K 72nd Realty, INC

35-12 72 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1927 in Queens, 11372. It has 21 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is A K 72nd Realty, INC. HPD has recorded 96 housing violations here, most recently on June 11, 2025. 16 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 21 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
96
DOB violations
7
ECB violations
16
HPD complaints
68

What to know

Concern
8 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Jun 11, 2025

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
21
About 100% of the building's 21 apartments

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 · 96

  • 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.

    Jun 11, 2025

    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 15, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by submitting required supporting documentation and affidavits for apartment located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 17, 2022 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by submitting required supporting documentation and affidavits for apartment located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 17, 2022 · Apt 4C

    Open — Nov certified late
  • C

    Correct failure to provide to the department within 45 days of demand all records required to be maintained by owner pursuant to local law 1 of 2004 related to lead-based paint notices, inspections and remediation/abatement activities.

    Apr 29, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 14, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly secure the loose handrail at south wall in vestibule at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 24, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by submitting required supporting documentation and affidavits for apartment ... in the entire apartment located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 24, 2020 · Apt 3E

    Open — Nov certified late
  • C

    Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by submitting required supporting documentation and affidavits for apartment ... in the entire apartment located at apt 1c, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Feb 24, 2020 · Apt 1C

    Open — Nov certified late
  • C

    Correct failure to notify occupants and/or to investigate lead-based paint hazards.

    Feb 5, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • C

    Correct failure to provide to the department within 45 days of demand all records required to be maintained by owner pursuant to local law 1 of 2004 related to lead-based paint notices, inspections and remediation/abatement activities.

    Dec 12, 2019 · Apt 4D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 1 sq ft west wall in the bathroom located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west original violation 13456559 issued 16-nov-19 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Nov 16, 2019 · Apt 4D

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

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 4th room from north, the 1st room from north, the bathroom , the kitchen located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 16, 2019 · Apt 4D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from north at east wall in the foyer located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 16, 2019 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 1 sq ft west wall in the bathroom located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 16, 2019 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st door from north at east wall, west wall in the foyer located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 16, 2019 · Apt 4D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Nov 16, 2019 · Apt 4D

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

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

    Nov 16, 2019 · Apt 4D

    Open — Invalid certification
  • A

    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

    Nov 7, 2019

    Open — Invalid certification
  • A

    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

    Nov 7, 2019

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening a double cylinder key operated lock installed at the building entrance door

    Nov 7, 2019

    Open — Invalid certification
  • 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 1, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 10, 2018 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet ... in the bathroom located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 10, 2018 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 1; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 1; in the entire apartment located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 10, 2018 · Apt 4D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Dec 10, 2018 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 10, 2018 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 10, 2018 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... ... north wall, west wall, 1st window frame from south at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 10, 2018 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 4d, 4th story

    Dec 3, 2018 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Dec 3, 2018 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Repair the leaky and/or defective water supply pipe at bathtub water spout in the bathroom located at apt 4d, 4th story

    Dec 3, 2018 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Repair leaky water closet flush pipe connection ... in the bathroom located at apt 4d, 4th story

    Dec 3, 2018 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 1; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the bathroom located at apt 4d, 4th story

    Dec 3, 2018 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 suspending ceiling at meter room, and storage rooms in cellar

    Nov 25, 2017

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 1st room from east at north, the 1st room from east at south, the bathroom , the private hallway located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 25, 2014 · Apt 4A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door from south at west wall, 1st door frame from south at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 25, 2014 · Apt 4A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door from south at west wall, 1st door frame from south at west wall in the foyer located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 25, 2014 · Apt 4A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st closet from east at south wall door in the 2nd room from east at north located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 25, 2014 · Apt 4A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st door frame from east at south wall, 1st door from east at south wall, 1st closet from east at south wall door frame in the 2nd room from east at north located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 25, 2014 · Apt 4A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Dec 27, 2013 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st radiator from north at east wall in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 27, 2013 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door from south at west wall, 1st door frame from south at west wall in the foyer located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 27, 2013 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the bathroom , the private hallway , the kitchen located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 27, 2013 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st radiator from north at east wall in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 27, 2013 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate ... in the kitchen located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 27, 2013 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 0; wg to replace = 06; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 27, 2013 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Dec 27, 2013 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly secure the loose stone shingle at gable roof at east side of building front.

    Dec 20, 2012

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Discontinue use of rooms for living purposes at basement in the entire apartment located at apt g2, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Jun 27, 2007 · Apt G2

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 7

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection

    Sep 23, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Feb 19, 2020

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Feb 19, 2020

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Nov 10, 2001

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed

ECB violations · 16

  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons.violation #39012996k issued on 11-18-19 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. work without a permit c

    Dec 22, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#39012996k issued on 11/18/19 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. work w/o permit at cellar level. remedy: comply w/c

    Oct 27, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#39012996k issued on 11/18/19 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. work w/o permit at cellar level. remedy: comply wit

    Oct 27, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#39012996k issued on 11/18/19 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.at cellar level,work w/o

    Mar 10, 2020 · Penalty $12,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with commissioners order contained in summons/violation #39012997m issued on 11-18-2019 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28.201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.failure to maintain buildi

    Jan 8, 2020 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#39012996k issued on 11/18/19 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. work w/o a permit at the cellar level. remedy: comply w/comm's

    Jan 8, 2020 · Penalty $6,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work without a permit. at time of inspection observed at cellar level full height partition walls erected along with plumbing work, electrical work performed. also at rear osp erected enclosure for ground floor

    Nov 18, 2019 · Penalty $6,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner: use of prohibited door and/or hardware per bc 1008.1.8; 27-371(j). at time of inspection observed lockable type door hardware installed in exit passageway

    Nov 18, 2019 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failed to file cert of correction for vio#34309004y 34309005x 34585164h rem: file cert of correction

    Mar 16, 2010 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to correct the violatiing condition & file a certificate of correction with the dept of buildings for notice of violations #'s 34309004y,34309005x,34588164h,34588

    Oct 5, 2009 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
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  • Class - 2

    Work does not conform to approved plans/construction documents or permits. permit filed ara #402347563 & signed off on 9/9/08 to remove the violating conditions citied in violations #3430904y,34309005x,34588164

    Oct 5, 2009 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Residence alt for occupancy as a dwelling for more then the legally approved # of families. d.o.b records indicate premises to be legally approved for 21 families w/ cellar as boiler room & storage. now premise

    Jul 17, 2007 · Penalty $5,300

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Work w/o permit. noted:at cellar level erected full height partitions erected suspended ceiling throughout,installed water & waste lines for two 3pc bathrooms,additional toilet & residential sink,also installed

    Jul 17, 2007

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Occupancy is contrary to that allowed by the c of o or bldg dept records. basement occupied and arranged as s.r.o. w/ partitions erected throughout.

    Jun 27, 2007 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Res altered for occupancy as a dwelling for more than the legally approved # of families dob records indicate res to be legally approved for 21 (twenty one) apts. res now altered for occupancy by 25 (twenty fiv

    Nov 10, 2001 · Penalty $9,800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Work without permit work noted: at cellar level full partition walls erected to created rooms, three 3pc bathroom (shower, toilet and sink), kitchen one gas on file with bldg. dept. remedy: obtain permit or res

    Nov 10, 2001 · Penalty $800

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 8, 2024 · Apt 1E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 27, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Mar 31, 2020 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 27, 2019 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 19, 2019 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 15, 2019 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 13, 2019 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 13, 2019 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 12, 2019 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 12, 2019 · Apt 4D

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 3, 2019 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 5, 2019 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 17, 2019 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Nov 29, 2018 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 29, 2018 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Nov 29, 2018 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 26, 2015 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • General

    Window guards

    Dec 17, 2012 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • General

    Window guards

    Dec 17, 2012 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • General

    Window guards

    Dec 17, 2012 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 4, 2010 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 19, 2009 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 19, 2009 · Apt 1E

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 19, 2009 · Apt 1E

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 6, 2009 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 24, 2008 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 29, 2008 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 22, 2008 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 25, 2008 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 2, 2007 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Jun 25, 2007 · Apt G2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 25, 2007 · Apt G2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jun 25, 2007 · Apt G2

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Jun 25, 2007 · Apt G2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jun 8, 2007 · Apt G2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jun 8, 2007 · Apt G2

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Jun 8, 2007 · Apt G2

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Jun 7, 2007 · Apt G2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jun 7, 2007 · Apt G2

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jun 7, 2007 · Apt G2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jun 7, 2007 · Apt 2G

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jun 7, 2007 · Apt 2G

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 15, 2006 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 27, 2006 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Carbon monoxide

    Mar 16, 2006 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 2, 2006 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Dec 4, 2005 · Apt 3GB

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Carbon monoxide

    Nov 13, 2005 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 13, 2005 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 11, 2005 · Apt 1D

    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 (C1)
Year built
1927
Floors
4
Residential units
21
Building area
17,820 ft²
Lot area
5,900 ft²
Zoning
R5
Community board
403
Council district
25
Block / lot
1271 / 11
Assessed value
$531,900
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #408830, last renewed Jun 27, 2025.

Questions about 35-12 72 Street

Who owns 35-12 72 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is A K 72nd Realty, INC.

Does 35-12 72 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 96 housing violations at this property.

Is 35-12 72 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 21 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 21 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 35-12 72 Street built?

City records list 1927 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 35-12 72 Street?

It has 21 residential units.

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