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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

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 7, 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 · 69

  • 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.

    May 7, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 21, 2025

    Open — Info 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.

    Jun 12, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Dec 2, 2024

    Open — Info 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 15, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 27, 2023

    Open — Info 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.

    Mar 29, 2023

    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 15, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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.

    Apr 15, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    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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  • A

    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
  • A

    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
  • A

    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
  • A

    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
  • 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) 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
  • 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) 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
  • 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) 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
  • 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) 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
  • C

    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
  • C

    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
  • 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 = 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
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of 5 free standing radiators at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 11, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    § 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
  • C

    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
  • 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, 1st story

    Mar 22, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of furniture at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 17, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective marble sadle in the vestabule at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 17, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    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
  • C

    Replace with new the missing baluster at handrail at public hall, 2nd story

    Mar 17, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of free standing radiator at public hall, 2nd story

    Mar 17, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items and construction material at public hall, 2nd story

    Mar 17, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Fire egress defective. make stationary the iron ladder leading to scuttle opening in roof ..

    Mar 17, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    Mar 17, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    § 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
  • A

    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
  • 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

    Mar 17, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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
  • 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.

    Oct 24, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the front yard

    May 14, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective exterior wood siding on east side of building

    May 14, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 22, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    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
  • A

    § 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
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of bicycles & house hold items 2nd story at public hall

    May 22, 2007

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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
  • A

    § 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
  • C

    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
  • B

    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

DatePriceTypeUnits
Jun 22, 2026$25,000Rentals - walkup apartments4

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.