530 East 138th Street, Bronx, NY 10454
530 East 138th Street is a 6-story, 40-unit New Law Tenement building constructed in 1906, currently owned by 526-530-534 E 138 LLC. The building has experienced recurring maintenance issues in recent years, with the most significant problems centering around elevator service, water supply, and various plumbing and electrical systems. In 2024-2025, there were multiple incidents of unsanitary conditions reported, specifically concerning garbage/recycling storage, and there have been violations related to pests, mold, and heating issues.
Apartment 605 has open violations for both rodent and roach infestations as of December 2024, and there are multiple open violations concerning the building's facade and entrance security systems from late 2024. The elevator system, which is a single device property, has generated multiple complaints, most recently in June 2025, and there have been historical issues noted in 2019 and 2022 regarding maintenance and alternate service. The building has a documented history of various infrastructure problems, including plumbing issues with water supply in December 2024 and multiple instances of ceiling paint/plaster violations. Safety concerns have been raised about exterior building maintenance, including problems with the fire escape system and building facade.
While there have been rodent activity reports dating back to 2018, the most recent rodent inspection in 2024 showed compliance. The property has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations from 2019 to 2025, with no reported cases. Historical violations from 2018 included issues with electrical systems in the boiler room and exterior wall maintenance, though these appear to have been resolved. The building's maintenance record shows a pattern of recurring issues that often receive violations, though many of these are ultimately corrected within the compliance timeline set by housing regulations.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 40 |
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Year built | 1906 |
Total area | 20976 sq ft |
Floors | 6 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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