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159-15 72 Avenue

Queens, NY 11365BBL 4-06798-0004Map

Owner of record: 72nd Avenue LLC

159-15 72 Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 2006 in Queens, 11365. It has 8 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 72nd Avenue LLC. HPD has recorded 37 housing violations here, most recently on May 8, 2026. 1 of the 37 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 8 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
37
DOB violations
3
ECB violations
8
HPD complaints
6

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 8, 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
8
About 100% of the building's 8 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 · 37

  • 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 8, 2026

    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 13, 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.

    Dec 2, 2024

    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 17, 2024

    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

    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 31, 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 15, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

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

    Jun 2, 2022

    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 , missing at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 2, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector ; defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jun 2, 2022 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). ; defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jun 2, 2022 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling (approx. 2 sq. ft.) in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jun 2, 2022 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

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

    Jun 2, 2022 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jun 2, 2022 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jun 2, 2022 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jun 2, 2022 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective vestibule door to the 1st story public hall at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 2, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

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

    Jun 2, 2022

    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.

    Jun 2, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 2, 2022

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of ;electrical light fixture at ceiling controlled by electrical switch at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 2, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Jun 2, 2022

    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 2, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 2, 2022

    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

    Jun 2, 2022

    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

    Jun 2, 2022

    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

    Jun 2, 2022

    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

    Jun 2, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Jun 2, 2022 · Apt 1R

    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.

    Mar 9, 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 19, 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.

    Nov 4, 2019

    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.

    Oct 26, 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.

    Dec 8, 2017

    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 29, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of sensor light at all stories at public hall

    Jan 25, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective locking assemby isty at public hall

    Jan 25, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 3

  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    May 22, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jul 1, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jul 26, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 8

  • Class - 1

    New bldg on open lot occupied w/o a valid c of o.new bldg application #402280704, nb is approved, permitted,job is completed & bldg occupiedno certificate of occupancy has been issued to this new bldg by the de

    Jan 27, 2009 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    New building or open lot occupied without a valid cert of occupancy attime of inspection bldg was occupied at 1st & 3rd fl remedy obtain a valid certificate of occupancy

    Jul 1, 2008

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Job site fence defective. nb is in progress and up to the roof. job site fence in front of site near public sidewalk is defective and not maintained as required by code fence panels are leaning and in collap

    Sep 15, 2006 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to protect openings no guard rails along stair opening or at front and rear of floor areas 10 drop to 1st floor. remedy:stop all work provide guard rails call for re-inspection.

    Jul 25, 2006

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Work w/o variance on a multiple dwelling on weekend:about 5 men doing various work such as erecting forms & braces. remedy: stop all work immediately & obtain variance for weekend.

    Jun 17, 2006

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to comply with safety requirement during bldg. operation. noted: at inspection at side of property const. fence 8 ft. high partiallybroken approx. 15'ft. long and fallen into apt. property of (71-58 160

    Mar 6, 2006 · Penalty $1,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Work without a permit: work noted: at cellar level erected partitions to create 2 rooms and installed a 3pc bathroom (sink, toilet, tub) and residential sink. remedy: obtain permit/s if feasible.

    Feb 14, 2003 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Residence altered for occuapncy as a dwelling for more than the legally approved number of families cofo# 20332 indicates residence to be legally approved for 1 family. residence is now altered for occuapncy as

    Feb 14, 2003 · Penalty $1,750

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 1, 2022 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Dec 26, 2014 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Dec 26, 2014 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Dec 22, 2014 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Dec 22, 2014 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 25, 2014 · Apt 2F

    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 (C1)
Year built
2006
Floors
4
Residential units
8
Building area
6,555 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
408
Council district
24
Block / lot
6798 / 4
Assessed value
$495,000
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #429138, last renewed Aug 19, 2025.

Questions about 159-15 72 Avenue

Who owns 159-15 72 Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 72nd Avenue LLC.

Does 159-15 72 Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 37 housing violations at this property.

Is 159-15 72 Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 8 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 8 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 159-15 72 Avenue built?

City records list 2006 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 159-15 72 Avenue?

It has 8 residential units.

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