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879 Cypress Avenue

Queens, NY 11385BBL 4-03560-0003Map

Owner of record: 879 Cypress LLC

879 Cypress Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Queens, 11385. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is 879 Cypress LLC. HPD has recorded 155 housing violations here, most recently on May 7, 2026. 4 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 6 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2019.

HPD violations
155
DOB violations
17
ECB violations
12
HPD complaints
90

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

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

Rent-stabilized units in 2019
6
About 100% of the building's 6 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 · 155

  • 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of shoe rack and household items at public hall, 3rd story

    Oct 15, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ; at basement story at compactor closet

    Oct 15, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the ... at public hall, 3rd story

    Oct 15, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at basement

    Oct 15, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Fire egress defective. make stationary the iron ladder leading to scuttle opening in roof at public hall, 3rd story

    Mar 20, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at building front entrance , 1st story

    Mar 20, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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
  • A

    Post and maintain a notice, written in english and in spanish, on the building entrance door or other conspicuous location in the building common area, stating that: (1) the building is in the alternative enforcement program, (2) that occupants may call 311 or the aep at 212-863-8262 to report housing maintenance complaints, (3) the name, telephone, and address of the owner, and, (4) the identity of any financial institution that holds a mortgage on the property. post

    Feb 4, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    The premises has been selected to participate in the alternative enforcement program which may result in building-wide inspections, fees, and extensive repair work to correct violations and underlying conditions. charges for repair work done pursuant to this order, if not paid, will become liens on the property

    Jan 31, 2020

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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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 1, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective glass door panel at front of building , 1st story

    Sep 18, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective intercom system at front of the building , 1st story

    Sep 18, 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.

    Jun 4, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box .. at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 4, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 4, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 4, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Jun 4, 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.

    Jun 4, 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

    Jun 4, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 4, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant plaster at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 4, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak over ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 4, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all ceilings in the entire apartment located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 4, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak over ceilings in the entire apartment located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 4, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    May 29, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 29, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant plaster material at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    May 29, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 29, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box .. at public hall, 1st story

    May 29, 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 at public hall, 1st story

    May 29, 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

    May 29, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 15 square feet west wall walls in the closet in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 29, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 29, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective .. in the entrance located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 29, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective intercom and return buzzer in the entire apartment located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 29, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    May 29, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant plaster material at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    May 29, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    May 29, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 29, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 29, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 29, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    May 29, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor around radiator in the 4th room from east located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 29, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak ceiling in the 4th room from east located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 29, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 4th room from east located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 29, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 15 square feet at south wall in the 4th room from east located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 29, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Make safe by properly repairing the structural defect approx 200 square feet of exterior wall bulging outward yard at east , 1st story

    May 29, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood window frames and casing at eats wall in the kitchen located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 29, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 140 square feet at all walls and ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 29, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 17

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

    Nov 14, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection

    Sep 23, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Aug 22, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Aug 22, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - active
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  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report

    Mar 1, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    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 31, 2005

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 12

  • Class - 2

    Failure to file required annual boiler inspection reports for low-pressure boiler 40000045419y0001 in accordance with rules of the department. 1rcny 103-01(d)(1) requires that an annual inspection report for lo

    Sep 27, 2024 · Penalty $3,125

    Active
  • Class - 2

    I observed ongoing construction activities contrary to mayor's emergency executive order 120 and subsequent orders incorporating requirements of governors executive order 202.34 and subsequent orders and guidan

    Aug 7, 2020

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. noted: at 3rd fl level of rear(fire)fire escape storage of various household items coolers etc. previous ecb#39003568j remedy: remove obstruction.

    Dec 28, 2019 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#39003567h issued on 05-30-19 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. failure to maintian bldg in code compliant manner. remedy: comp

    Dec 28, 2019 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation#39003567h issued on 5/30/19 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.failure to maintain buildi

    Nov 15, 2019 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation#39003568j issued on 5/30/19 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.failure to provide unobstr

    Nov 15, 2019 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#39003567h issued on 05-30-19 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. remedy: comp

    Oct 5, 2019 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#39003568j issued on 05-30-19 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. remedy: comply

    Oct 5, 2019 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#39003567h issued on 5/30/19 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. remedy:comply w/ commissio

    Aug 12, 2019 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#39003568j issued on 5/30/19 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. remedy:comply w/ commissio

    Aug 12, 2019 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
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  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. found at rear fire escape at 3rd floor used as storage for household items., remove obstruction

    May 30, 2019 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building. at time of inspection observed at apartment 1l plaster has detached in rear bedroom approx: 10", and multiple locations throughout apt. at expos 3 wall is bulging approx: 1' outwar

    May 30, 2019 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Sep 29, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Open
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Jul 17, 2026 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Jul 17, 2026 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jul 2, 2026 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jul 2, 2026 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jul 2, 2026 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Jul 2, 2026 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Jul 2, 2026 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jul 2, 2026 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    May 17, 2026 · Apt 1R

    Close
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  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    May 17, 2026 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 19, 2025 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 19, 2025 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Aug 7, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jan 14, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 3, 2022 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Oct 3, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Oct 3, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 23, 2022 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Aug 23, 2022 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 23, 2022 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Aug 23, 2022 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Aug 23, 2022 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jan 26, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Jan 26, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Apr 30, 2021 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Apr 30, 2021 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 18, 2019 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 15, 2019 · Apt L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Aug 17, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    May 20, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    May 17, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    May 13, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    May 13, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 13, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 13, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    May 13, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    May 13, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    May 13, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    May 13, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 13, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    May 13, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jun 24, 2016 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jun 24, 2016 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 4, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 4, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 4, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 4, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 4, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Feb 9, 2010 · Apt 3R

    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 (C2)
Year built
1931
Floors
3
Residential units
6
Building area
3,750 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
C4-3A
Community board
405
Council district
34
Block / lot
3560 / 3
Assessed value
$391,050
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #404992, last renewed Aug 13, 2025.

Questions about 879 Cypress Avenue

Who owns 879 Cypress Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 879 Cypress LLC.

Does 879 Cypress Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 155 housing violations at this property.

Is 879 Cypress Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 6 rent-stabilized units here in 2019 (about 100% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 879 Cypress Avenue built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 879 Cypress 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.