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138-06 78 Avenue

Queens, NY 11367BBL 4-06609-0007Map

Owner of record: Kew Gardens Hills Apt Owners INC

138-06 78 Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1937 in Queens, 11367. It has 64 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Kew Gardens Hills Apt Owners INC. HPD has recorded 168 housing violations here, most recently on March 28, 2026. 18 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 3 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
168
DOB violations
19
ECB violations
5
HPD complaints
152

What to know

Concern
2 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Mar 28, 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 2024
3
About 5% of the building's 64 apartments
Down from 5 in 2018

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 · 168

  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in private dwellings missing

    Mar 28, 2026

    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

    Mar 28, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 28, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at basement at boiler room

    Jan 26, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt b, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 26, 2026 · Apt B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Nyc fire code § 703.1.3; nyc fire code § 703.2: adjust door to prevent gaps between the top and side edges of door and door jamb exceeding the maximum allowable clearance of 1/8 of an inch and maximum allowable clearance of 3/4 of an inch between the door bottom and sill at building front , 1st story

    Oct 16, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Oct 16, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper. at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 16, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in private dwellings

    Oct 16, 2025

    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

    Oct 16, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixtures at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 16, 2025

    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.

    Jun 12, 2025

    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.

    Jun 12, 2025

    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.

    Jun 12, 2025

    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.

    Jun 12, 2025

    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.

    Jun 12, 2025

    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.

    Jun 12, 2025

    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.

    Jun 12, 2025

    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.

    Jun 12, 2025

    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.

    Jun 12, 2025

    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.

    Jun 12, 2025

    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.

    Jun 12, 2025

    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.

    Jun 11, 2025

    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 24, 2023

    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 24, 2023

    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 24, 2023

    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 24, 2023

    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 24, 2023

    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 24, 2023

    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 24, 2023

    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 24, 2023

    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 24, 2023

    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 24, 2023

    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 24, 2023

    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 24, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Oct 16, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Oct 16, 2023

    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.

    Oct 16, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    May 5, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    § 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame readily accessible for signature, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor at . at public hall, 1st story

    May 5, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper. at public hall, 1st story

    May 5, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 5, 2023

    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

    May 5, 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.

    Mar 30, 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 30, 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 30, 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 30, 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 30, 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 30, 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 30, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 19

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Mar 12, 2010

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Feb 22, 2010

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Feb 22, 2010

    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

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 7, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 7, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 7, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 28, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 28, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 5

  • Hazardous

    Plumbing work without a permit instalation of new stay lines from boiler room and going under ground in courtyard and into building 138-06 78 ave all work 100% complete remedy obtain dob permit to legalize job

    Feb 13, 2002 · Penalty $1,000

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to have new or altered plumbing system tested installation of new steam lines from boiler room and going underground in courtyard and into building 138-06 78 ave all work 100% complete remedy perform

    Feb 13, 2002 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Plumbing work without a permit installation of new steam lines from boiler room and going under ground in courtyard and into building 138-14 78 ave all work 100%complete remedy obtain a dept of bldg permit to

    Feb 13, 2002 · Penalty $1,000

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to have new or altered plumbing system tested installation of new steam lines from boiler room and going underground in courtyard and into building 138-14 78 ave all work 100% complete remedy perform

    Feb 13, 2002 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior:defect is:retaining wall at east side,cellar entrace is cracked&out of plumb. remedy:make repairs&submit engineers afadavit,stating that the retaining wall is structurally sound

    Feb 21, 1991 · Penalty $285

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 27, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 11, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 30, 2026 · Apt A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jan 30, 2026 · Apt A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 24, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 9, 2025 · Apt F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 9, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 28, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 14, 2025 · Apt E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 8, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 14, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 18, 2023 · Apt 43C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 4, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 1, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 6, 2021 · Apt F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jun 12, 2021 · Apt 37B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 12, 2021 · Apt 37B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window pane

    Jun 12, 2021 · Apt 37B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 12, 2021 · Apt 37B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Jun 12, 2021 · Apt 37B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jun 12, 2021 · Apt 37B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Dec 17, 2020 · Apt E

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 17, 2020 · Apt E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Aug 2, 2020 · Apt C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 8, 2020 · Apt C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 10, 2019 · Apt E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 20, 2018 · Apt E

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 20, 2018 · Apt E

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 20, 2018 · Apt E

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Feb 20, 2018 · Apt E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 11, 2017 · Apt E

    Close
  • General

    Signage missing

    Jun 8, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 31, 2017 · Apt D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 3, 2017 · Apt C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 20, 2017 · Apt D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 24, 2017 · Apt 44D

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Dec 14, 2016 · Apt 44D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Nov 17, 2016 · Apt D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 22, 2016 · Apt D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jun 6, 2016 · Apt 44D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 5, 2016 · Apt F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 29, 2016 · Apt D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 24, 2016 · Apt D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 17, 2016 · Apt 44D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 15, 2016 · Apt D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 13, 2016 · Apt D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 16, 2016 · Apt D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 3, 2015 · Apt 37B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 3, 2015 · Apt 37B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Nov 3, 2015 · Apt 37B

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
May 28, 2026$265,000Coops - walkup apartments—
Apr 13, 2026$265,000Coops - walkup apartments—

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C6)
Year built
1937
Floors
2
Residential units
64
Building area
54,136 ft²
Lot area
102,850 ft²
Zoning
R3-2
Community board
408
Council district
24
Block / lot
6609 / 7
Assessed value
$2,018,250
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #425917, last renewed Aug 24, 2025.

Questions about 138-06 78 Avenue

Who owns 138-06 78 Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Kew Gardens Hills Apt Owners INC.

Does 138-06 78 Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 168 housing violations at this property.

Is 138-06 78 Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 3 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 5% of its 64 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 138-06 78 Avenue built?

City records list 1937 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 138-06 78 Avenue?

It has 64 residential units.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.