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1538 3rd Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10128

5
DOB Complaints
14
311 Housing Calls
1
Housing Violations
12
Permits

Risk Assessment

97
Low Risk

This building shows minimal signs of maintenance issues based on our analysis.

Our AI predicts there is a 97% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 1538 3rd Avenue

The 26-story, 229-unit building at 1538 3rd Avenue, owned by Christina Forbes, has experienced several notable issues since its construction in 1991, with the most concerning being recurring problems with building-wide heat and hot water systems. Emergency complaints regarding heat and hot water service interruptions were documented in March 2024 and October 2020, with similar issues recorded in 2018 and periodic reports of inconsistent service.

The building has also faced multiple rodent-related challenges, with 311 complaints about "Rodents/Insects/Garbage" in 2024 and 2023, and a failing rodent inspection result in August 2024. Indoor air quality issues, including chemical vapors, were reported in September 2024, and there have been several health department complaints regarding food establishment violations, including rodent issues and animal concerns in 2023-2024. The property has undergone various repairs and improvements, as evidenced by multiple permit issuances between 2018 and 2021, including electrical and plumbing work.

A significant building code violation was recorded in 2019 regarding unauthorized electrical work in an apartment, resulting in a penalty. The building's management has maintained compliance with bedbug reporting requirements, with no infestations reported in the past four years. While the building has experienced these recurring maintenance issues, particularly regarding heat and pest control, recent records show improved compliance with pest control measures, as indicated by successful baiting operations in 2024 and failed inspections being addressed.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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1538 3rd Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Upper East Side.

Building Characteristics

Total units 229
Year built 1991
Total area 339019 sq ft
Floors 26
Tax Abatements None
Building Class HEREAFTER ERECTED CLASS A
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Key Building Statistics

5
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
1
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
14
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
1
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
1
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
1
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
9
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
12
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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1538 3rd Avenue Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

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RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

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AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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Date FiledCase TitleCourtLink
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1538 3rd Avenue Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built after 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Not registered
Tax Abatement
None found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
After 1974 >6 units Not registered None

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Housing Maintenance Code Complaints

This table shows complaints to 311 related to potential NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) for 1538 3rd Avenue. These complaints are related to conditions such as lack of heat, hot water, mold, pests, and other habitability issues. Class B and C violations are the most serious and may indicate significant problems with building maintenance or safety.

Date ReceivedSttatus DateCategoryTypeStatus
2024-03-112024-03-13Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2020-10-052020-10-07Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2018-11-232018-11-28Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2018-11-232018-11-28Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 1538 3rd Avenue. These violations are related to conditions such as lack of heat, hot water, mold, pests, and other habitability issues. Class B and C violations are the most serious and may indicate significant problems with building maintenance or safety.

Inspection DateClassStatusStatus DateApartmentNOV DescriptionCertified Date
2024-03-12CCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGES VESTIBULE DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORYNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 1538 3rd Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2024-10-28 17:11Food EstablishmentRodents/Insects/GarbageClosedDOHMH
2024-09-15 22:05Indoor Air QualityChemical Vapors/Gases/OdorsClosedDOHMH
2024-03-11 09:40HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2023-09-16 18:10Food EstablishmentPet/AnimalClosedDOHMH
2023-07-31 14:36Food EstablishmentRodents/Insects/GarbageClosedDOHMH
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 1538 3rd Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
16757712024-08-21CLOSEDAdjacent Buildings – Not Protected2024-08-22No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2024-08-22)
16648572024-04-09CLOSEDAfter Hours Work – Illegal2024-05-05No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2024-05-05)
15191982019-08-17CLOSEDVent/Exhaust – Illegal/Improper2019-12-14Access Denied – 2nd Attempt (2019-12-14)
15166512019-07-22CLOSEDElectrical Wiring: Defective/Exposed – In Progress2019-07-23Oath Violation Served (2019-07-23)
15159542019-07-14CLOSEDPlumbing: Defective/Leaking/Not Maintained2019-09-12No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2019-09-13)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 1538 3rd Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2019-10-17V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION999999 PD INV#621351062019-11-04
2019-03-18V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO SUBMIT AN EER PER AD. CODE SEC. 28-308.4 - MULTIPLE YEARS (2018)NFA ATTAINED2019-07-16
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 1538 3rd Avenue. The information includes the date, type, description, and status of each complaint. The data is sourced from DOHMH/311.

DateTypeDescriptionStatus
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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 1538 3rd Avenue. The information includes the file date, infested units, eradicated units, re-infested units, filing start date, and filing end date. The data is sourced from DOHMH. Landlords are required to file these reports; missing data may indicate non-compliance.

File DateInfested UnitsEradicated UnitsRe-infested UnitsFiling Start DateFiling End Date
2024-12-160002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-010002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-070002021-11-012022-10-31
2021-12-150002020-11-012021-10-31
2020-12-310002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 1538 3rd Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2024-08-16ComplianceFailed for Other R
2024-06-07InitialFailed for Other R
2024-05-01CompliancePassed
2024-02-26InitialFailed for Other R
2024-02-15InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 1538 3rd Avenue. The information includes the open date, case type, status, judgement, penalty and whether harassment was found. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: HPD
Open DateCase TypeStatusJudgementPenaltyHarassment found
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OATH Cases Explanation

The table below shows the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings cases for 1538 3rd Avenue. The information includes the date, agency, respondent, charge, result, penalty, and status. The data is sourced from OATH.

Source: Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH)
DateAgencyRespondentChargeResultPenaltyStatus
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ECB Violations

Environmental Control Board violations for 1538 3rd Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2019-07-2335423844MAMERICAN MULTI CINEMA INCELECTRICAL WORK W/O PERMIT. OBSERVED AT 140PM BRANCH CIRCUIT WIRING INSTALLED FOR OUTLETS,SWITCHES AND FIXTURES IN APT 19C BEDROOM. NO APPLICATION ON FILE APPLICATION M00165773 DOES NOT COVER WORK IN BEDROOM. RRESOLVE1630.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 1538 3rd Avenue. The information includes the start date, start violations, discharge date, and status. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
Start DateStart ViolationsDischarge DateStatus
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Vacate Orders Explanation

The table below shows the vacate orders for 1538 3rd Avenue. The information includes the effective date, rescinded date, reason, type, and units. The data is sourced from DOB.

Source: Department of Buildings (DOB)
Effective DateRescinded DateReasonTypeUnits
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Work Orders Explanation

The table below shows the work orders for 1538 3rd Avenue. The information includes the date created, type, description, and charge. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
Date CreatedTypeDescriptionCharge
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Liens Explanation

The table below shows tax and water liens for 1538 3rd Avenue. Information includes tax class, month, water only flag, amount, and cycle. Data is sourced from NYC Department of Finance.

Source: NYC Department of Finance
Tax ClassMonthWater OnlyAmountCycle
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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 1538 3rd Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 1538 3rd Avenue. Data includes filing date, type, and status.

Start DateEnd DateStatusProcedureFloor

Fire Violations

Violations issued by the Fire Department for this property.

Violation NumberDateDescriptionStatus
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Fire Inspections

Fire Department inspection records for this property.

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Fire Certificates

Fire safety certificates for this property.

TypeIssue DateExpiration
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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 1538 3rd Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 1538 3rd Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 1538 3rd Avenue. Data includes violation date, type, and status.

DateTypeStatus

Planning Projects

City Planning (ZAP) project applications for this building. Data includes project ID, status, borough, and lot/block information.

Project IDStatusBoroughBlockLot
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Building Permits

Department of Buildings issued building permits for this property. This includes permits for construction, alteration, and demolition work. Data includes permit type, job number, status, and issue date.

Permit TypeJob NumberStatusIssue Date

Electrical Permits

Department of Buildings issued electrical permits for this property. This includes permits for electrical work, installations, and modifications. Data includes permit type, job number, status, and issue date.

Permit TypeJob NumberStatusIssue Date

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