163-05 Archer Avenue
Building overview
Data as of Jul 1, 2026
Based on open violations, 311 complaint patterns, and amenities.
Compared to typical rent for this neighborhood and bedroom count.
Highlights
What's great about this place
- Well reviewed on Google4.4 stars (66 reviews)
Things to Know
Real considerations before you sign
- Open critical violations1 Class C (immediately hazardous)
- Top complaint type at this building27 noise complaints in past year
- Higher noise than typical for the neighborhood27 noise complaints in past year (vs 1 median)
What it's like to live here
The Monarch is a 25-story building in Jamaica with 605 residential units, built in 2021. While it boasts modern finishes and a clean, well-maintained environment, resident reviews reveal mixed experiences, particularly regarding management and security deposit deductions. The building has a notable number of open HPD violations and 311 complaints, particularly for noise, which are significantly higher than neighborhood averages. Management: Reviews highlight a generally positive experience with the leasing team, particularly noting individuals like Gratsiela and Tristen for their professionalism and responsiveness. However, one review expressed frustration over security deposit deductions, suggesting potential issues with management's handling of move-out procedures. Building condition: The Monarch has 11 open HPD violations, including 1 Class C violation, which is more than 5x ABOVE the Jamaica average. Additionally, it has 36 311 complaints in the last year, which is 158% ABOVE the Jamaica average, with 25 of those related to noise. Value: No pricing data available to compare against neighborhood median rents.
The neighborhood: Jamaica
Queens · 29,668 buildings tracked
Median asking rent: $2,787 1BR · $3,755 2BR
5 subway stations nearby
16 parks · 5.5 acres · incl. Norelli-Hargreaves Playground
Available Units
0 active
No past listings.
Past and off-market units will appear here when data is available.
Safety & Violations
Safety Record
Active Violations
Open HPD violations on record for this building.
Top issues
- Structural4
- Water/Plumbing4
- Window/Door3
Severity Key
- Class C: Immediately Hazardous (Major)
- Class B: Hazardous (Moderate)
- Class A: Non-Hazardous (Minor)
- Window/Door
OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE MORTISE LOCK ASSEMBLY AT DOOR IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 2117, 21st STORY, 4th APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Jun 15, 2026Class C - Window/Door
OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE DOOR STRIKE PLATE IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 2117, 21st STORY, 4th APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Jun 23, 2026Class B - Mold
THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE VISIBLE MOLD CONDITION... LESS THAN 10 SQFT AT SOUTH AND WEST WALL IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM EAST AT NORTH LOCATED AT APT 1611, 16th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST ORIGINAL VIOLATION 18573298 ISSUED 15-JAN-26 HAS BEEN UPGRADED TO CLASS B PER ADMINISTRATIVE CODE 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
May 18, 2026Class B - Structural
THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING AND WEST WALL IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 1611 MID LEVEL, 16th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Feb 26, 2026Class B - Structural
THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING AND WEST WALL IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 1611 MID LEVEL, 16th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Feb 26, 2026Class B
Market Value Estimate
Statistical estimate based on publicly available listing data. Not an appraisal. See disclaimer.Market data as of Jul 1, 2026.
Comp Matrix
| Unit Type | This Bldg | Area Avg | Diff. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | — | $2,472.5 | — |
| 1 Bed | — | $2,718.5 | — |
| 2 Bed | — | $3,352.5 | — |
| 3+ Bed | — | $4,250 | — |
Value Verdict
Insufficient listing or market data to compute a verdict for this building.
Rent vs. Buy Analysis
No listing data available to estimate rent vs. buy.
Management & Operations
Management & Performance
Owner/Operator
ARCHER TOWERS PHASE I DEVELOPMENT LLC
Responsiveness Score
Average time to resolve violations
Slower than NYC average (45 days)
We haven't verified this building's policies yet. Pet, utility, and leasing details appear here once we've reviewed the management company's official site — we only show policies we can source, never assumptions.
Living here — quick answers
Every answer comes from public records for this specific building — we skip questions we can't answer with data.
- How well maintained is this building?
- There are 14 open HPD violations on record, including 1 Class C (the city's most serious category).
- Is this building rent-stabilized?
- Yes — this building appears on the DHCR rent-stabilized building list. Ask the landlord to confirm whether a specific apartment is stabilized.
- How noisy is this building?
- Neighbors filed 27 noise complaints with 311 in the past year, above the neighborhood median of 1 among buildings with any noise complaints.
- How responsive is management to problems?
- Resolved violations at this building closed in about 146 days on average (NYC average is roughly 45 days). Open items are listed in the Safety & Violations section above.
- What does it cost to live here?
- We don't have current listings for this building. Typical asking rent in Jamaica is about $2,719/month for a one-bedroom.
- What do residents say about living here?
- Google reviewers rate this building 4.4 out of 5 across 66 reviews.
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