503 Seneca Avenue
Queens, NY 11385BBL 4-03434-0010Map
Owner of record: Jvf Irrevocable Trust
503 Seneca Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Queens, 11385. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Jvf Irrevocable Trust. HPD has recorded 67 housing violations here, most recently on September 12, 2026. 24 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 6 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 67
- DOB violations
- 2
- ECB violations
- 0
- HPD complaints
- 46
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 · 67
- BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles in the 2nd room from north located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 12, 2026 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color west wall and north wall. in the 2nd room from north located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 12, 2026 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking round the bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 12, 2026 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 12, 2026 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 12, 2026 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective ceiling escutcheon plate at heat riser in the 1st room from north located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 12, 2026 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls in the 1st room from north located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 12, 2026 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and west wall in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 12, 2026 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10sq.feet at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 12, 2026 · Apt 1R
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - 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 = 2; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 2; in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 23, 2025 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out
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- BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 23, 2025 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective counter balance lower sash of 1st window from south at west in the 5th room from east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 23, 2025 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch assembly bulkhead door to roof at public hall, 3rd story
Jul 16, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges and latch bulkhead to roof at public hall, 3rd story
Jul 16, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of household items 2nd story balcony rear stack at fire escape
Jul 16, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of household items 3rd story balcony rear stack at fire escape
Jul 16, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door and frame boiler room entrance at cellar
Jul 16, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material ceiling cellar rear at cellar
Jul 16, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges 1st from north at east (door leading to rear yard) cellar rear at cellar
Jul 16, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch 1st from south at west (entrance to cellar) at public hall, 1st story
Jul 16, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch assembly on 1st door from south at west (entrance door to cellar) at public hall, 1st story
Jul 16, 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 missing at public hall, 1st story
Jun 21, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jun 21, 2025 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jun 21, 2025 · Apt 2R
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
Jun 21, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing at public hall, 1st story
Jun 21, 2025
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
Jun 21, 2025
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.
Jun 21, 2025
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
Jun 21, 2025
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 at public hall
Jun 21, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - 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
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
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) ceiling in the 4th room from north located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 19, 2025 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 19, 2025 · Apt 2R
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color , 1st closet from north at east wall wall in the private hallway located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 19, 2025 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 20 sq ft 1st closet from north at east wall wall in the private hallway located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 19, 2025 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color , north wall in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 19, 2025 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color , north wall in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 19, 2025 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - 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 = 2, wg to replace = 0, wg to repair = 2 in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 19, 2025 · Apt 2R
Open — Violation will be reinspected - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color , ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 19, 2025 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation , 1st riser from east at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 19, 2025 · Apt 2R
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
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) east wall, west wall in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 19, 2025 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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) ceiling, 1st door frame from south at west wall, south wall, east wall in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 19, 2025 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 19, 2025 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by performing activities necessary to abate tested lead-based paint from required window and/or door friction surfaces for apartment and make floors smooth and cleanable, positive lead-based paint in an apartment with a child under six located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 19, 2025 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
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) baseboard at west wall, 1st closet from north at east wall door, north wall, south wall, east wall, west wall in the private hallway located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 19, 2025 · Apt 2R
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.
Dec 2, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Oct 24, 2023
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 at public hall, 1st story
Oct 24, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing at public hall, 1st story
Oct 24, 2023
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
Oct 24, 2023
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 2
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection
Sep 23, 2024
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 0
No ECB violations on record
Complaints
- Electric
Lighting
Sep 8, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 8, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Electric
Lighting
Sep 8, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 8, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Sep 8, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Sep 8, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Jan 23, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt 2R
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Mar 14, 2025 · Apt 2R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 14, 2025 · Apt 2R
Close
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- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 22, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 31, 2018 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jan 21, 2018 · Apt 1R
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jan 21, 2018 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 21, 2018 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jan 21, 2018 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jan 21, 2018 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Dec 24, 2017 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Dec 24, 2017 · Apt 1R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 20, 2017 · Apt 1L
Close - Door/window
Door
May 4, 2015 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
May 4, 2015 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
May 4, 2015 · Apt BLDG
Close - Safety
Fire escape
May 4, 2015 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 7, 2014 · Apt 2L
Close - Door/window
Door
Mar 16, 2014 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Doors
Jun 28, 2013 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Locks
Jun 28, 2013 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Locks
May 12, 2013 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Doors
May 12, 2013 · Apt BLDG
Close - Nonconst
Janitor/super
May 12, 2013 · Apt BLDG
Close - Nonconst
Rubbish
May 12, 2013 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Locks
Mar 21, 2013 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Locks
Dec 11, 2012 · Apt 3L
Close - Nonconst
Rubbish
Feb 6, 2012 · Apt 3F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 6, 2012 · Apt 3F
Close - General
Floor
Feb 6, 2012 · Apt 3F
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Feb 6, 2012 · Apt 3F
Close - General
Mold
Feb 6, 2012 · Apt 3F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 6, 2012 · Apt 3F
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Feb 6, 2012 · Apt 3F
Close - Nonconst
Rubbish
Feb 6, 2012 · Apt 3F
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 17, 2011 · Apt 1L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 13, 2011 · Apt 2R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 18, 2009 · Apt 1L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 18, 2009 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C2)
- Year built
- 1930
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 6
- Building area
- 5,175 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,500 ft²
- Zoning
- R6B
- Community board
- 405
- Council district
- 34
- Block / lot
- 3434 / 10
- Assessed value
- $454,500
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #417380, last renewed Jul 17, 2026.
Questions about 503 Seneca Avenue
Who owns 503 Seneca Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Jvf Irrevocable Trust.
Does 503 Seneca Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 67 housing violations at this property.
Is 503 Seneca Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 6 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 503 Seneca Avenue built?
City records list 1930 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 503 Seneca Avenue?
It has 6 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.