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// STATEN ISLAND

Staten Island

The most suburban borough, feeling like a different world from the rest of NYC.

Check a Staten Island Address
PEST · LOWHEAT · LOW// Mix of single-family homes (1950s-1980s) and some older apartment buildings near transit

// HPD / 311 / DOB DATA

Staten Island Building Violation Profile

Pulled from 311 complaint density, HPD violation patterns, and building age data. Use this to set expectations before you sign or hire.

// PEST RISK
Low

Based on 311 pest complaint density and HPD pest-related violation history.

// HEAT COMPLAINTS
Low

HPD heat & hot water violation frequency during heating season (Oct–May).

// BUILDING AGE
Mix of single-family homes (1950s-1980s) and some older apartment buildings near transit

Mix of single-family homes (1950s-1980s) and some older apartment buildings near transit

Most common HPD issues in Staten Island

01Rodent activity near ferry terminals
02Heat deficiencies in older walk-ups
03Plumbing issues in aging homes
04Illegal conversion complaints
05Water damage from poor drainage
// CONTEXT

Staten Island has the lowest HPD violation rates of any borough, reflecting its predominantly single-family and low-density housing stock.

// FOR RENTERS

Staten Island landlords are less scrutinised than in other boroughs -- still worth checking HPD records for apartment buildings near the ferry terminal where multi-family density is higher.

Check Your Staten Island AddressThese are neighborhood averages. Your specific building might differ — check it.

// 17 SERVICES AVAILABLE

Services in Staten Island

Each service page is tailored to Staten Island’s building stock and common violation patterns.

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Pre-Lease & Investigation

Audit a Staten Island building before you commit

// LOCAL CONTEXT

Building Stock & Character

// BUILDING TYPES

Single-family homes, townhouses, small apartment buildings

// CHARACTER

Suburban feel, more space, waterfront views, slower pace

// TRANSIT

Ferry to Manhattan (free), limited bus service, car-dependent

// CHALLENGES

Long commute without a car, limited nightlife and dining

// FAQ

Staten Island Renter FAQs

What are the most common building violations in Staten Island?
The most common building violations in Staten Island are: Rodent activity near ferry terminals, Heat deficiencies in older walk-ups, Plumbing issues in aging homes, Illegal conversion complaints, Water damage from poor drainage. Staten Island has the lowest HPD violation rates of any borough, reflecting its predominantly single-family and low-density housing stock.
What is the pest risk in Staten Island?
Pest risk in Staten Island is rated Low. Pest complaints are below average for NYC. Staten Island has the lowest HPD violation rates of any borough, reflecting its predominantly single-family and low-density housing stock.
What should renters know before signing a lease in Staten Island?
Staten Island landlords are less scrutinised than in other boroughs -- still worth checking HPD records for apartment buildings near the ferry terminal where multi-family density is higher.
How old are the buildings in Staten Island?
Mix of single-family homes (1950s-1980s) and some older apartment buildings near transit. Building age is a key factor in violation risk — older buildings tend to have more heat, plumbing, and structural issues.
How bad are heat complaints in Staten Island?
Heat complaint levels in Staten Island are rated Low. Heat complaints are relatively infrequent here.