54-17 Metropolitan Avenue
Queens, NY 11385BBL 4-02639-0017Map
Owner of record: Makai, Zsolt
54-17 Metropolitan Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1915 in Queens, 11385. It has 4 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Makai, Zsolt. HPD has recorded 69 housing violations here, most recently on May 7, 2026. 15 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 69
- DOB violations
- 0
- ECB violations
- 0
- HPD complaints
- 61
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
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 69
- 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 - 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 15, 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 27, 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 - 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 15, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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 15, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of 3 free standing radiators at public hall, 2nd story
Jul 11, 2019
Closed — Violation closed
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- ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the west wall in the 5th room from north located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 11, 2019 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the west wall in the 4th room from north located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 11, 2019 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the east wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 11, 2019 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the north wall in the bathroom located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 11, 2019 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
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) west wall in the 5th room from north located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 11, 2019 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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) west wall in the 4th room from north located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 11, 2019 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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) east wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 11, 2019 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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) north wall in the bathroom located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 11, 2019 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors secondary egress door in the 5th room from north located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 11, 2019 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors .. in the entrance located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 11, 2019 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
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 = 0; wg to repair = 4; missing one way screws , metal side plates and window stops in 2 a/c ,2 gaurds missing one way screws in the entire apartment located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 11, 2019 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of 5 free standing radiators at public hall, 1st story
Jul 11, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - 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
Mar 22, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - 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 sign missing at public hall, 1st story
Mar 22, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - 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, 1st story
Mar 22, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of 2 lockable eye and hasp installed at scuttle cover leading to roof
Mar 17, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the vestabule at public hall, 1st story
Mar 17, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of furniture at public hall, 1st story
Mar 17, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective marble sadle in the vestabule at public hall, 1st story
Mar 17, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the missing missing 2 balusters at balustrade 13 and 14 tread up from bottom at public hall stairs, 2nd story
Mar 17, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the missing baluster at handrail at public hall, 2nd story
Mar 17, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of free standing radiator at public hall, 2nd story
Mar 17, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items and construction material at public hall, 2nd story
Mar 17, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. make stationary the iron ladder leading to scuttle opening in roof ..
Mar 17, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - 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
Mar 17, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - 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 .. at public hall, 1st story
Mar 17, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling. at public hall, 1st story
Mar 17, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - 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
Mar 17, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - 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
Mar 17, 2019
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.
Oct 24, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the front yard
May 14, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective exterior wood siding on east side of building
May 14, 2018
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 22, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 100 watts minimum required, fixtures present
Mar 25, 2013
Closed — Violation closed - 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 1st story at public hall
May 22, 2007
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of bicycles & house hold items 2nd story at public hall
May 22, 2007
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling. at public hall, 1st story
Apr 18, 2007
Closed — Violation closed - 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 ... at public hall, 1st story
Apr 18, 2007
Closed — Violation closed - 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
Apr 18, 2007
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2l, 2nd story
Jul 31, 2006 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 0
No DOB violations on record
ECB violations · 0
No ECB violations on record
Complaints
- Plumbing
Radiator
Jul 9, 2019 · Apt 2L
Close - Door/window
Door
Jul 9, 2019 · Apt 2L
Close - Safety
Window guard broken/missing
Jul 9, 2019 · Apt 2L
Close - Door/window
Door
Jun 6, 2019 · Apt 2L
Close - Safety
Window guard broken/missing
Jun 6, 2019 · Apt 2L
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Mar 28, 2019 · Apt 1L
Close - Safety
Window guard broken/missing
Feb 15, 2019 · Apt 1L
Close - Safety
Window guard broken/missing
Feb 15, 2019 · Apt 2L
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Feb 13, 2019 · Apt 1L
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Nov 15, 2017 · Apt BLDG
Close
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- Electric
Lighting
Nov 15, 2017 · Apt BLDG
Close - Outside building
Pavement
Nov 15, 2017 · Apt BLDG
Close - Outside building
Gutter/leader
Nov 15, 2017 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
May 17, 2007 · Apt 2L
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
May 17, 2007 · Apt 2L
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
May 17, 2007 · Apt 2L
Close - General
Cabinet
May 17, 2007 · Apt 2L
Close - Electric
Bell-buzzer/intercom
May 17, 2007 · Apt 2L
Close - Electric
Lighting
Apr 16, 2007 · Apt 2L
Close - General
Cabinet
Apr 16, 2007 · Apt 2L
Close - General
Floor
Apr 16, 2007 · Apt 2L
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Apr 16, 2007 · Apt 2L
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Apr 16, 2007 · Apt 2L
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Apr 16, 2007 · Apt 2L
Close - Electric
Bell-buzzer/intercom
Apr 16, 2007 · Apt 2L
Close - Electric
Bell-buzzer/intercom
Apr 3, 2007 · Apt 2L
Close - General
Cabinet
Apr 3, 2007 · Apt 2L
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Apr 3, 2007 · Apt 2L
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Apr 3, 2007 · Apt 2L
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Apr 3, 2007 · Apt 2L
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jul 26, 2006 · Apt 2L
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Oct 11, 2005 · Apt 2L
Close - Electric
Bell-buzzer/intercom
Oct 11, 2005 · Apt 2L
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Oct 11, 2005 · Apt 2L
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Oct 11, 2005 · Apt 2L
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Mar 4, 2005 · Apt 2L
Close - General
Doors
Feb 9, 2005 · Apt 2L
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 9, 2005 · Apt 2L
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 9, 2005 · Apt 2L
Close - General
Floor
Feb 9, 2005 · Apt 2L
Close - General
Floor
Feb 9, 2005 · Apt 2L
Close - General
Floor
Feb 9, 2005 · Apt 2L
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 16, 2004 · Apt 2L
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 16, 2004 · Apt 2L
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Aug 16, 2004 · Apt 2L
Close - General
Floor
Aug 16, 2004 · Apt 2L
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Aug 16, 2004 · Apt 2L
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 16, 2004 · Apt 2L
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 16, 2004 · Apt 2L
Close - Heating
Heat-plant
Aug 16, 2004 · Apt 2L
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 2026 | $25,000 | Rentals - walkup apartments | 4 |
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C3)
- Year built
- 1915
- Floors
- 2
- Residential units
- 4
- Building area
- 3,000 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,500 ft²
- Zoning
- R6B
- Community board
- 405
- Council district
- 30
- Block / lot
- 2639 / 17
- Assessed value
- $241,200
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #401079, last renewed Aug 23, 2022.
Questions about 54-17 Metropolitan Avenue
Who owns 54-17 Metropolitan Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Makai, Zsolt.
Does 54-17 Metropolitan Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 69 housing violations at this property.
Is 54-17 Metropolitan Avenue 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 54-17 Metropolitan Avenue built?
City records list 1915 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 54-17 Metropolitan Avenue?
It has 4 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.