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33-17 87th Street, Queens, NY 11372

BBL 4014350055 (Borough 4, Block 1435, Lot 55) · BIN 4035368, 4546495 · Last updated:

Summary · as of October 31, 2026

33-17 87th Street (Queens, NY 11372; tax lot BBL 4014350055) is a two-family home (building class B3: two-family home converted from one-family), built around 1935, on a 3,000 sq ft lot zoned R5. City tax records list the owner as CAO, LIYU. The Department of Finance's final market value for tax year 2027 is $1,314,000. As of October 31, 2026, NYC Open Data shows one open HPD violation and 20 OATH tickets with an unpaid balance. There were 15 311 requests in the past 12 months and two HPD complaints since 2019. (Source: NYC Open Data — DOB, HPD, OATH, DOF, DCP and ACRIS datasets — compiled by NYC Property Facts.)

Owner of record
CAO, LIYU
Building class
B3 · Two-family home converted from one-family
Year built · units
1935 · 2 res.
Lot area · zoning
3,000 sq ft · R5
Market value (DOF)
$1,314,000 FY2027
Last priced deed
—
BBL
4014350055
BIN
4035368, 4546495

How to cite: NYC Property Facts, “33-17 87th Street, Queens, NY 11372 (BBL 4014350055)”, data as of 2026-10-31, https://nycpropertyfacts.com/ny/queens/33-17-87th-street-4014350055. Source: NYC Open Data.

Lot & building

Basic facts about the tax lot and building from the city’s PLUTO database.

Owner (as listed by the city)
CAO, LIYUThe owner name on the city’s tax records. It can lag behind recent sales and is often an LLC.
Building class
B3 – Two-family home converted from one-familyThe Department of Finance’s category for what kind of building this is.
Land use
One- & two-family buildingsCity Planning’s broad category of how the lot is used.
Year built
1935Often an estimate for older buildings.
Floors
2.75
Units
2 residential / 2 totalResidential units are apartments; total includes stores and offices.
Buildings on lot
2
Lot size
3,000 sq ft (30 ft × 100 ft)
Building floor area
2,051 sq ft
Zoning
R5The zoning district sets what can be built and used here. Residential district.
Built vs. allowed density (FAR)
0.68 built / 1.50 max residentialFloor Area Ratio = building floor area ÷ lot area. If built FAR is below the maximum, zoning may allow more floor area (other rules apply).
Identifiers
BBL 4014350055 (Borough 4, Block 1435, Lot 55) · BIN 4035368, 4546495BBL identifies the tax lot; BIN identifies each building (from DOB/HPD/footprint records).

Source: PLUTO (Dept. of City Planning) — city dataset updated 2026-08-24; data as of 2026-11-02; Building Footprints — city dataset updated 2026-10-25; data as of 2026-11-01

Tax assessment

How the Department of Finance values this lot for property tax.

Market value (tax year 2027, final roll)
$1,314,000The Department of Finance’s estimate of value for tax purposes. It is not an appraisal and is often far from the sale price.
Assessed value
$78,840The portion of market value that taxes are calculated on (capped by law for small homes).
Taxable value (final)
$52,537Assessed value minus any exemptions.
Tax class
Tax class 1 – 1–3 family homes (and some small mixed-use / vacant lots)
Tax yearRollMarket valueAssessed valueTax class
2027Final$1,314,000$78,8401
2026Final$1,258,000$75,4801
2025Final$1,067,000$64,0201

Source: DOF Property Valuation and Assessment Data — city dataset updated 2026-09-14; data as of 2026-11-02

Sales & deed history 3

Deeds recorded with the City Register (ACRIS). A deed transfers ownership. A $0 or very low price usually means a transfer between related parties, an estate, or a refinance-related transfer, not a market sale. This is not a title search; mortgages, liens and other documents are not shown.

DateTypePriceSeller (grantor)Buyer (grantee)Doc ID
2012-11-27DEED$0 / not statedCao, Administrator, Liyu; Chen, Zeng Rong; Deceased; Cao, Er Xing; DeceasedCao, Liyu2012112700024001
1994-03-23DEED$0 / not statedEllwood, Sabina A (Exc/Of)Cao, Er Xing; Chen, Zeng RongFT_4320004233632
1988-11-21DEED$0 / not statedEllwood,Sabina Agnesaka; Ellwood, Sabina A.Ellwood, Sabina A.FT_4500002513850

Source: ACRIS Real Property Master — city dataset updated 2026-10-08; data as of 2026-11-02; ACRIS Real Property Legals — city dataset updated 2026-10-08; data as of 2026-11-02; ACRIS Real Property Parties — city dataset updated 2026-10-08; data as of 2026-11-02

DOB job filings 0 open of 1

A “job” is an application to the Department of Buildings to do construction work. A job marked Permitted, not signed off had a work permit issued but the city has no record of final sign-off (inspection/completion). Old jobs left in this state are common and appear in buyer and lender due diligence; the work may or may not have been done.

StatusJob #TypeFiledEst. cost
Not open
SIGNED OFF · 2003-01-17
401393318
BIS
A1 – Major alteration (changes use, egress or occupancy)2002-01-09$12,000

Source: DOB NOW: Build – Job Application Filings — city dataset updated 2026-11-01; data as of 2026-11-02; DOB Job Application Filings (BIS) — city dataset updated 2026-10-30; data as of 2026-10-31

Work permits 2

Individual permits issued under DOB jobs (one job can have several permits, e.g. plumbing and construction). Permit expiration alone does not mean the job was completed or signed off.

IssuedExpiresJob #WorkPermit status
2002-03-272003-03-27401393318
BIS
Plumbing / PlumbingISSUED (initial)
2002-03-192003-03-28401393318
BIS
AlterationISSUED (initial)

Source: DOB NOW: Build – Approved Permits — city dataset updated 2026-11-02; data as of 2026-11-02; DOB Permit Issuance (BIS) — city dataset updated 2026-10-31; data as of 2026-10-31

DOB violations 0 active of 3

Violations issued by the Department of Buildings for building-code or zoning conditions. Active means DOB has not recorded the violation as resolved or dismissed. Many active DOB violations are old (e.g. elevator or boiler inspection paperwork).

StatusIssuedTypeDescriptionNumber
Resolved/dismissed
V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED
2020-02-05AEUHAZ1-FAIL TO CERTIFY CLASS 1 NONEFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATIONV*020520AEUHAZ101091
Resolved/dismissed
V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED
2020-02-05AEUHAZ1-FAIL TO CERTIFY CLASS 1 NONEFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATIONV*020520AEUHAZ101092
Resolved/dismissed
V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED
2020-02-05AEUHAZ1-FAIL TO CERTIFY CLASS 1 NONEFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATIONV*020520AEUHAZ101090

Source: DOB Violations — city dataset updated 2026-11-02; data as of 2026-11-02

ECB violations (DOB) 0 active of 21

DOB violations that go to a hearing at OATH (formerly the Environmental Control Board) and can carry fines. Active or Resolved follows the DOB violation status field. The hearing status is about the hearing and its penalty: written off means the city stopped collecting the fine, not that the condition was corrected. A balance due is a fine the city says is unpaid.

StatusIssuedSeverityWhat it was forPenalty / paid / balanceECB #
Resolved
Hearing: IN VIOLATION · Certification: CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED
2019-11-12CLASS - 1DWELLING CONVERTED, MAINTAINED, OR OCCUPIED WITH 3 OR MORE ADDITIONAL DWELLING UNITS LEGALLY AUTHORIZED BY OFFICIAL RECORDS. AT 2ND FLOOR CREATED 3 SRO'S BY INSTALLING KEY LOCKING DEVICES WITH KEYPADS FOR CODE$16,000 / $3,218 / $18,16639012705L
Resolved
Hearing: IN VIOLATION · Certification: CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED
2019-11-12CLASS - 1FAILURE TO MAINATAIN BUILDING IN A CODE COMPLIANT MANNER. FAIKURE TO PROVIDE REQUIRED NUMBER OF MEANS OF EGRESS FOR EVERY FLOOR. AT TIME OF INSPECTION 2ND FLOOR WAS CONVERTED INTO 3 SRO'S AND 3RD FLOOR INTO A$2,500 / $0 / $2,50039012716R
Resolved
Hearing: IN VIOLATION · Certification: CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED
2020-01-04CLASS - 1FAILURE TO COMPLY W/ THE COMMISSIONER'S ORDER CONTAINED IN SUMMONS/VIOLATION#39012711H ISSUED ON 11/12/19 AND TO FILE A CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION PURSUANT TO 28-201.1 AND 1RCNY 102-01. AT 2ND FL,WORK W/O PERMIT$625 / $0 / $62535514795Z
Resolved
Hearing: IN VIOLATION · Certification: CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED
2021-10-09CLASS - 2FAILURE TO COMPLY W/COMMISSIONER'S ORDER CONTAINED IN SUMMONS/V39012716R ISSUED11/12/19&TO FILE C/C PURSUANT TO28-201.1&1RCNY102-01.FAILURE TO PROVIDE #OF MEANS OF EGRESS FOR EVERY FL COMPLY W/COMMISSIONER'S OR$625 / $0 / $62535563481R
Resolved
Hearing: IN VIOLATION · Certification: CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED
2020-01-04CLASS - 2FAILURE TO COMPLY W/ THE COMMISSIONER'S ORDER CONTAINED IN SUMMONS/VIOLATION#39012718K ISSUED ON 11/12/19 AND TO FILE A CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION PURSUANT TO 28-201.1 AND 1RCNY 102-01. FAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILD$625 / $0 / $62535514793P
Resolved
Hearing: IN VIOLATION · Certification: CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED
2019-11-12CLASS - 1DWELLING CONVERTED, MAINTAINED, OR OCCUPIED WITH 3 OR MORE ADDITIONAL DWELLING UNITS LEGALLY AUTHORIZED BY OFFICIAL RECORDS. AT ATTIC LEVEL CREATED A CLASS A APARTMENT WITH FULL BATHROOM, KITCHEN AND 2 BEDROOMS$60,000 / $8,333 / $51,66639012709Z
Resolved
Hearing: IN VIOLATION · Certification: CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED
2021-06-24CLASS - 2FAILURE TO COMPLY W/THE COMM'S ORDER CONTAINED IN SUMMONS/VIO#39012709Z ISSUED ON 11/12/19 & TO FILE A CERT OF CORRECTION PURSUANT TO 28-201.1 & 1RCNY 102-01. DWELLING CONVERTED,MAINTAINED OR OCCUPIED W/3 OR MO$1,250 / $0 / $1,25035520195X
Resolved
Hearing: IN VIOLATION · Certification: CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED
2020-01-04CLASS - 2FAILURE TO COMPLY W/ THE COMMISSIONER'S ORDER CONTAINED IN SUMMONS/VIOLATION#39012709Z ISSUED ON 11/12/19 AND TO FILE A CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION PURSUANT TO 28-201.1 AND 1RCNY 102-01. DWELLING CONVERTED MAINTA$1,250 / $0 / $1,25035514792N
Resolved
Hearing: IN VIOLATION · Certification: CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED
2021-08-19CLASS - 2FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH COMMISSIONER'S ORDER CONTAINED IN SUMMONS/VIOLATION #39012709Z ISSUED 11/12/19 AND TO FILE CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION PURSUANT TO 28-201.1 AND 1RCNY 102-01.FOR B1E8:DWELLING CONVERTED.AT A$1,250 / $0 / $1,25035536003Z
Resolved
Hearing: IN VIOLATION · Certification: CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED
2019-11-12CLASS - 1WORK WITHOUT PERMIT. WORK NOTED: AT 2ND FLOOR ERECTED FULL HEIGHT PARTITIONS TO CREATE SRO'S, INSTALLED WATER AND WASTE LINE FOR FULL BATHROOM, ALSO INSTALLED A GAS LINE FOR STOVE AT 2ND AND 3RD FLOOR, OBTAIN P$2,500 / $0 / $2,50039012711H
Resolved
Hearing: IN VIOLATION · Certification: CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED
2021-10-09CLASS - 2FAILURE TO COMPLY W/COMMISSIONER'S ORDER CONTAINED IN SUMMONS/V39012709Z ISSUED11/12/19&TO FILE C/C PURSUANT TO28-201.1&1RCNY102-01.DWELLINGCONVERTED,MAINTAINED OR OCCUPIED W/3OR MORE ADDITIONAL DWELLING UNITS$625 / $0 / $62535563480P
Resolved
Hearing: IN VIOLATION · Certification: CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED
2021-08-19CLASS - 2FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH COMMISSIONER'S ORDER CONTAINED IN SUMMONS/VIOLATION #39012716R ISSUED ON 11/12/19 AND TO FILE CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION PURSUANT TO 28-201.1 AND 1RCNY 102-01.FOR B189:FAILURE TO MAINTAIN.$1,250 / $0 / $1,25035536002R
Resolved
Hearing: IN VIOLATION · Certification: CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED
2020-01-04CLASS - 2FAILURE TO COMPLY W/ THE COMMISSIONER'S ORDER CONTAINED IN SUMMONS/VIOLATION#39012716R ISSUED ON 11/12/19 AND TO FILE A CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION PURSUANT TO 28-201.1 AND 1RCNY 102-01. FAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILD$1,250 / $0 / $1,25035514794R
Resolved
Hearing: IN VIOLATION · Certification: CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED
2021-04-13CLASS - 2FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE COMMISSIONER'S ORDER CONTAINED IN SUMMONS/VIOLATION#39012709Z ISSUED ON 11/12/2019 AND TO FILE A CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION PURSUANT TO 28-201.1 AND 1RCNY 102-01.DWELLING CONVERTED,MAI$1,250 / $0 / $1,25035529333X
Resolved
Hearing: IN VIOLATION · Certification: CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED
2019-11-12CLASS - 1FAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING IN A CODE COMPLIANT MANNER. USE OF PROHIBITED DOOR AND OR HARDWARE. AT TIME OF INSPECTION THERE WERE KEY LOCKING DEVICES WITH NUMERICAL KEYPADS INSTALLED ON MULTIPLE DOORS THROUGHOU$1,250 / $0 / $1,25039012718K

Showing 15 of 21 records. The API and the source dataset have the full list.

Source: DOB ECB Violations — city dataset updated 2026-10-31; data as of 2026-11-02

OATH tickets (all agencies) 20 unpaid of 30

Summonses heard at the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings, from agencies like Sanitation, Buildings, Fire and Health, linked to this lot’s block and lot. Default means the respondent did not appear at the hearing, which typically results in the maximum penalty. Tickets may be issued to tenants or businesses at the address, not just the owner. DOB ECB tickets appear here too.

StatusDateAgencyChargeRespondentImposed / paid / balanceTicket #
Unpaid balance
DOCKETED · IN VIOLATION
2021-10-09Dept. Of BuildingsFAIL TO COMPLY W COMMISSIONER ORDER TO FILE CERT OF CORRECTION W DOBCAO LIYU$625 / $0 / $625035563481R
Unpaid balance
DOCKETED · IN VIOLATION
2021-10-09Dept. Of BuildingsFAIL TO COMPLY W COMMISSIONER ORDER TO FILE CERT OF CORRECTION W DOBCAO LIYU$625 / $0 / $625035563480P
Unpaid balance
DOCKETED · IN VIOLATION
2021-08-19Dept. Of BuildingsFAIL TO COMPLY W COMMISSIONER ORDER TO FILE CERT OF CORRECTION W DOBCAO LIYU$1,250 / $0 / $1,250035536003Z
Unpaid balance
DOCKETED · IN VIOLATION
2021-08-19Dept. Of BuildingsFAIL TO COMPLY W COMMISSIONER ORDER TO FILE CERT OF CORRECTION W DOBCAO LIYU$1,250 / $0 / $1,250035536002R
Unpaid balance
DOCKETED · IN VIOLATION
2021-06-24Dept. Of BuildingsFAIL TO COMPLY W COMMISSIONER ORDER TO FILE CERT OF CORRECTION W DOBCAO LIYU$1,250 / $0 / $1,250035520195X
Unpaid balance
DOCKETED · IN VIOLATION
2021-06-24Dept. Of BuildingsFAIL TO COMPLY W COMMISSIONER ORDER TO FILE CERT OF CORRECTION W DOBCAO LIYU$1,250 / $0 / $1,250035520196H
Unpaid balance
DOCKETED · IN VIOLATION
2021-04-13Dept. Of BuildingsFAIL TO COMPLY W COMMISSIONER ORDER TO FILE CERT OF CORRECTION W DOBCAO LIYU$1,250 / $0 / $1,250035529333X
Unpaid balance
DOCKETED · IN VIOLATION
2021-04-13Dept. Of BuildingsFAIL TO COMPLY W COMMISSIONER ORDER TO FILE CERT OF CORRECTION W DOBCAO LIYU$1,250 / $0 / $1,250035529332Y
Unpaid balance
DOCKETED · IN VIOLATION
2020-11-04Dept. Of BuildingsFAIL TO COMPLY W COMMISSIONER ORDER TO FILE CERT OF CORRECTION W DOBCAO, LIYU$1,250 / $0 / $1,250035522866R
Unpaid balance
DOCKETED · IN VIOLATION
2020-11-04Dept. Of BuildingsFAIL TO COMPLY W COMMISSIONER ORDER TO FILE CERT OF CORRECTION W DOBCAO, LIYU$1,250 / $0 / $1,250035522867Z
Unpaid balance
DOCKETED · IN VIOLATION
2020-01-04Dept. Of BuildingsFAIL TO COMPLY W COMMISSIONER ORDER TO FILE CERT OF CORRECTION W DOBCAO LIYU$625 / $0 / $625035514793P
Unpaid balance
DOCKETED · IN VIOLATION
2020-01-04Dept. Of BuildingsFAIL TO COMPLY W COMMISSIONER ORDER TO FILE CERT OF CORRECTION W DOBCAO LIYU$625 / $0 / $625035514795Z

Showing 12 of 30 records. The API and the source dataset have the full list.

Source: OATH Hearings Division Case Status — city dataset updated 2026-11-02; data as of 2026-11-02

HPD registration & contacts

Owners of most rental buildings must register with the Department of Housing Preservation and Development each year and list an owner and managing agent.

HPD building ID
494745
Last registered
2024-10-21
Registration valid until
2025-09-01 ExpiredRegistrations must be renewed every year.
RoleNameCompanyBusiness city
SitemanagerSkylake Properties
IndividualownerLiyu CaoColumbia, Md

Source: HPD Multiple Dwelling Registrations — city dataset updated 2026-10-28; data as of 2026-11-02; HPD Registration Contacts — city dataset updated 2026-10-28; data as of 2026-11-02

HPD housing-code violations 1 open of 1

Violations HPD inspectors issued for conditions in residential buildings (heat, leaks, mold, pests, lead paint, etc.). Class letters show how serious: Class A – non-hazardous (HPD gives 90 days to correct); Class B – hazardous (30 days to correct); Class C – immediately hazardous (24 hours to correct for most conditions); Class I – information / order (e.g. orders to register, lead or other administrative orders). Open means HPD has not recorded the condition as corrected.

StatusClassIssuedAptCondition
Open
Info Nov Sent Out · 2025-11-25
I2025-11-25§27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-2097 AND IS THEREFORE SUBJECT TO CIVIL PENALTIES, PROHIBITED FROM CERTIFYING VIOLATIONS, AND DENIED THE RIGHT TO RECOVER POSSESSION OF PREMISE

Source: HPD Housing Maintenance Code Violations — city dataset updated 2026-11-02; data as of 2026-11-02

HPD complaints 2

Complaints tenants or others made to HPD (usually via 311) about housing conditions, from 2019 onward. A complaint is not a violation; HPD may inspect and issue one.

ReceivedStatusAptProblem(s)Outcome
2022-10-05CLOSEBLDGHeat/Hot Water – Entire BuildingThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to your apartment or others in the building to inspect for a lack of heat or hot water. The complaint has been closed
2022-03-22CLOSED4Door/Window – Door
Appliance – Refrigerator
Unsanitary Condition – Mold
Door/Window – Door Frame
Plumbing – Basin/Sink
Paint/Plaster – Wall
Door/Window – Window Frame
Plumbing – Radiator
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new

Source: HPD Housing Maintenance Code Complaints and Problems — city dataset updated 2026-11-02; data as of 2026-11-02

311 requests (last 12 months) 15

Recent 311 service requests the city geocoded to this lot: noise, illegal parking, heat, sanitation and more. Anyone can file them, so they describe activity at or near the address, not necessarily the building itself.

OpenedAgencyComplaintStatusClosed
2026-10-23NYPDBlocked Driveway – No AccessClosed2026-10-23
2026-09-23NYPDBlocked Driveway – No AccessClosed2026-09-23
2026-08-07NYPDBlocked Driveway – No AccessClosed2026-08-07
2026-07-08NYPDIllegal Parking – Blocked HydrantClosed2026-07-08
2026-06-27NYPDNon-Emergency Police Matter – Other (complaint details)Closed2026-06-27
2026-06-27NYPDIllegal Parking – Blocked HydrantClosed2026-06-27
2026-06-06NYPDIllegal Parking – Blocked HydrantClosed2026-06-06
2026-05-20NYPDIllegal Parking – Blocked HydrantClosed2026-05-20
2026-05-02NYPDIllegal Parking – Blocked HydrantClosed2026-05-02
2026-04-18NYPDBlocked Driveway – No AccessClosed2026-04-18

Showing 10 of 15 records. The API and the source dataset have the full list.

Source: 311 Service Requests from 2020 to Present — city dataset updated 2026-11-02; data as of 2026-11-02

Nearby properties

On 87 St

Same tax block (1435)

All properties on 87 St, Queens · All of Queens 11372 (Jackson Heights)

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