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542 East 138th Street, Bronx, NY 10454

1
DOB Complaints
26
311 Housing Calls
71
Housing Violations
2
Permits

Risk Assessment

71
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 71% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 542 East 138th Street

The 5-story, 9-unit tenement building at 542 East 138th Street in the Mott Haven neighborhood, owned by Eric Oppenheimer, has experienced several concerning maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, in April 2025, multiple complaints were filed simultaneously regarding unsanitary conditions including mold, and various maintenance problems including floor issues, wall and ceiling paint concerns, and plumbing problems related to basins/sinks. These issues resulted in violations being issued, though the specific dates for correction are not provided.

The building has also faced pest-related challenges, with multiple rodent sightings reported between February 2025 and September 2024, though recent inspections in 2025 and fall 2024 passed. Significant violations were documented in May 2023 regarding lead-based paint hazards in Apartment 2W, affecting multiple walls and ceilings, though these violations were marked as closed. The building's maintenance history includes various plumbing and painting issues, with complaints about mold and sanitary conditions recurring through 2023-2025.

More positive aspects of the building's recent history include successful rodent inspection passes in 2025 and November 2024. The property has shown some attention to maintenance through the issuance of permits in 2020 for various repairs, though specific details of the work performed are not readily available from the provided data. The bedbug infestation records show minimal issues, with only one unit affected in the 2023-2024 filing period, which was subsequently eradicated.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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542 East 138th Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Mott Haven.

Building Characteristics

Total units 9
Year built 1920
Total area 9250 sq ft
Floors 5
Tax Abatements None
Building Class OLD LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

1
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
71
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
26
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
3
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
1
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
2
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
2
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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542 East 138th Street 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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542 East 138th Street Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Registered
Tax Abatement
None found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 >6 units 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 542 East 138th Street. 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
2025-04-142025-04-15Plumbing-Basin/sinkEmergencyCLOSE
2025-04-142025-04-15Paint/plaster-CeilingImmediate EmergencyCLOSE
2025-04-142025-04-15Paint/plaster-WallNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-04-142025-04-15Paint/plaster-WallNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-04-142025-04-15Flooring/stairs-FloorNon EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 542 East 138th Street. 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
2023-05-10CCloseNone2W§ 27-2056.6 ADM CODE - CORRECT THE LEAD-BASED PAINT HAZARD - PRESUMED LEAD PAINT THAT IS PEELING OR ON A DETERIORATED SUBSURFACE USING WORK PRACTICES SET FORTH IN 28 RCNY §11-06(B)(2) EAST WALL IN THE 1st PRIVATE HALLWAY FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 2W, 2nd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTHNone
2023-05-10CCloseNone2W§ 27-2056.6 ADM CODE - CORRECT THE LEAD-BASED PAINT HAZARD - PRESUMED LEAD PAINT THAT IS PEELING OR ON A DETERIORATED SUBSURFACE USING WORK PRACTICES SET FORTH IN 28 RCNY §11-06(B)(2) NORTH WALL, SOUTH WALL, EAST WALL, WEST WALL IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 2W, 2nd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTHNone
2023-05-10CCloseNone2W§ 27-2056.6 ADM CODE - CORRECT THE LEAD-BASED PAINT HAZARD - PRESUMED LEAD PAINT THAT IS PEELING OR ON A DETERIORATED SUBSURFACE USING WORK PRACTICES SET FORTH IN 28 RCNY §11-06(B)(2) NORTH WALL IN THE 4th ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 2W, 2nd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTHNone
2023-05-10CCloseNone2W§ 27-2056.6 ADM CODE - CORRECT THE LEAD-BASED PAINT HAZARD - PRESUMED LEAD PAINT THAT IS PEELING OR ON A DETERIORATED SUBSURFACE USING WORK PRACTICES SET FORTH IN 28 RCNY §11-06(B)(2) NORTH WALL IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 2W, 2nd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTHNone
2023-05-10CCloseNone2W§ 27-2056.6 ADM CODE - CORRECT THE LEAD-BASED PAINT HAZARD - PRESUMED LEAD PAINT THAT IS PEELING OR ON A DETERIORATED SUBSURFACE USING WORK PRACTICES SET FORTH IN 28 RCNY §11-06(B)(2) SOUTH WALL, EAST WALL IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 2W, 2nd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTHNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 542 East 138th Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-04-14 11:16UNSANITARY CONDITIONMOLDClosedHPD
2025-04-14 11:16FLOORING/STAIRSFLOORClosedHPD
2025-04-14 11:16PAINT/PLASTERWALLClosedHPD
2025-04-14 11:16PAINT/PLASTERWALLClosedHPD
2025-04-14 11:16PLUMBINGBASIN/SINKClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 542 East 138th Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
23057802020-08-26CLOSEDWork Without Permits Watch List Compliance2020-08-27No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2020-09-02)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 542 East 138th Street.

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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 542 East 138th Street. The information includes the date, type, description, and status of each complaint. The data is sourced from DOHMH/311.

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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 542 East 138th Street. 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
2024-12-090002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-051102022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-280002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-02-160002020-11-012021-10-31
2020-12-220002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 542 East 138th Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-02-25InitialPassed
2024-11-04CompliancePassed
2024-09-06InitialRat Activity
2023-05-15InitialPassed
2022-02-16InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 542 East 138th Street. 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 542 East 138th Street. 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 542 East 138th Street. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 542 East 138th Street. 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 542 East 138th Street. 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 542 East 138th Street. The information includes the date created, type, description, and charge. The data is sourced from HPD.

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

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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 542 East 138th Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 542 East 138th Street. 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.

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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 542 East 138th Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 542 East 138th Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 542 East 138th Street. 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.

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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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