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687 Woodward Avenue

Queens, NY 11385BBL 4-03478-0002Map

Owner of record: Ab & Sons, LLC

687 Woodward Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Queens, 11385. It has 4 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Ab & Sons, LLC. HPD has recorded 19 housing violations here, most recently on May 7, 2026. 13 of the 19 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
19
DOB violations
0
ECB violations
3
HPD complaints
18

What to know

Concern
1 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 · 19

  • 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 25, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 . frame not accessible at wall at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 25, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Nov 25, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 25, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 near mailbox at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 25, 2024

    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 16, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • 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

    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.

    Mar 29, 2023

    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 16, 2022

    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.

    Mar 8, 2022

    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.

    Mar 8, 2022

    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 16, 2021

    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.

    Oct 24, 2018

    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.

    Nov 23, 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 fixtures present lights not on 200 watts required. at front areaway

    Oct 3, 2001

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 0

No DOB violations on record

ECB violations · 3

  • Hazardous

    Residence altered for occupancy as a dwelling for more than the legally approved # of families. bldg dept records indicates residenceis legally approved for 4 families & store residence now altered for o

    Nov 21, 1999

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by bldg dept records. illegal occupancy noted: legal 4 family & store converted to an illegal 5 family. note: at first floor level store converted to a class a apt

    Nov 21, 1999

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Work without permit. work noted at first floor level installed 3pc bathroom (toilet, sink, shower), kitchen area with sink-in-counter, without permits on file with the bldg dept. remedy: obtain permit or

    Nov 21, 1999

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 1LF

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 1LF

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 1LF

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 1LF

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 1LF

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 1LF

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 1LF

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Mar 31, 2026 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Mar 31, 2026 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Mar 31, 2026 · Apt 1L

    Close
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  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 31, 2026 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Mar 31, 2026 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 31, 2026 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 31, 2026 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 31, 2026 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 31, 2026 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 22, 2024 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 27, 2022 · Apt LEFT

    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 (C3)
Year built
1930
Floors
2
Residential units
4
Building area
3,250 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
405
Council district
30
Block / lot
3478 / 2
Assessed value
$373,050
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #417999, last renewed Dec 13, 2024.

Questions about 687 Woodward Avenue

Who owns 687 Woodward Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Ab & Sons, LLC.

Does 687 Woodward Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 19 housing violations at this property.

Is 687 Woodward 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 687 Woodward Avenue built?

City records list 1930 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 687 Woodward 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.