542 East 79 Street,Manhattan, NY 10075
113 Units
•Built in 1913
•6 Floors
•Rent Stabilized Units: Yes
Good Cause Eviction: Yes
Evictions: 2
Litigation History: Yes
1 Year Bedbug History: No
Pet Friendly: Yes
Building Overview
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Renters Recommendations
-- of renters recommend this building
-- of renters approve of this owner
Review Summary for 542 East 79 Street
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Tenant reviews for 542 East 79 Street highlight a mix of positive and negative experiences. Pros include a prime Upper East Side location, responsive management, decent cleanliness, well-maintained garbage management, and strong water pressure. Many appreciate the safety and quiet atmosphere when neighbors are considerate. However, persistent issues with noise disturbances, occasional pest problems, inconsistent heating, and complaints about cramped apartments are noted. Some renters express frustration over management’s slow responsiveness to serious concerns like security deposit returns and security system effectiveness. While some recommend the building for its value and amenities, others urge caution due to maintenance and neighbor-related challenges.
Reviews (5)
4.5 stars
1 month ago
quiet, peaceful, well-managed
Former Tenant
Pros:
feels very safe and management is responsive
Cons:
laundry can be a trek; sometimes the package delivery system gets messy
3.25 stars
Over 1 year ago
Apartments very compressed
Former Tenant
Pros:
Actively organized and cleaning
Cons:
Mail gets robbed at times.
Advice to owner:
Fix your cameras
Available Listings In 542 East 79 Street
STUDIO:
2 units
1 BED:
1 units
2+ BEDS:
0 units
Building Ratings
Cleanliness
Garbage Management
Heat
Neighbors
Noise Levels
Owner Responsiveness
Pest Control
Water Pressure
Rents and Deposits
-- of renters received their security deposits back
It dummy text been reported if this building dummy electronic rent payments.
Open Violations
Only open violations from the last 10 years.
Data last updated 3 days ago.
The average number of violations per unit at 542 East 79 Street is better than the city.
BUILDING AVERAGE:
0.01 violations per unit
NEW YORK CITY AVERAGE:
0.81 violation per unit
Non-hazardous
0
class A
i.e. no peephole on a door, or no street # on the building, unlawful keeping of animals
MOST RECENT:
No violation found...
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Hazardous
2
class B
i.e. smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways
MOST RECENT:
Sep 03, 2024: § 27-2017.3 hmc: trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... greater than 10 sqft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5r, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east
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Immediately hazardous
0
class C
i.e. rodents, pest, mold, inadequate heat or hot water, defective building parts
MOST RECENT:
No violation found...
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Missing information/filings
0
class I
Missing or non-compliant with administrative information orders or filings
MOST RECENT:
No violation found...
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Property Owners and Associates
Y
78/79 York Associates LLC
4(64)
Corporate Owner•
17 Properties•1344 UnitsLitigation History: Yes
Evictions: 36
J
Jose Rivera
3.2(5)
Site Manager•
1 Property•113 UnitsLitigation History: Yes
Evictions: 2
L
Laura Ferraro
4(56)
Head Officer•
16 Properties•1257 UnitsLitigation History: Yes
Evictions: 27
S
Steve Goldenberg
3.2(5)
Agent•
1 Property•113 UnitsLitigation History: Yes
Evictions: 2
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