416 East 138th Street, Bronx, NY 10454

The building at 416 East 138th Street is a 5-story, 20-unit old law tenement built in 1931, currently owned by Ismene Speliotis. The property has experienced significant maintenance issues, particularly in mid-2025, when multiple complaints were filed regarding doors, windows, walls, electrical systems, plumbing, and pest control. These complaints were either not fully inspected or required tenants to re-file requests for follow-up inspections.

The building's most recent housing maintenance code violations, from late 2024 and early 2025, primarily involve Unit 5D and include problems with pest infestations (mice and roaches), broken window hardware, defective light fixtures, bathroom tiles, electrical outlets, ventilation system, and other maintenance issues. The property has shown recurring rodent activity in inspections between 2021 and 2023, though all inspections in 2024 resulted in "Passed" ratings. There were also two illegal conversion complaints filed in 2022 and 2023, though inspectors were unable to gain access to verify these claims.

Historical violations from 2018 included failure to maintain clear exit passageways, resulting in fines, though records indicate these were resolved. The building has consistently reported zero bedbug infestations in the last five years, according to official records. Repairs requested through the 311 system in June 2025 encompassed a range of issues including mold, unsanitary conditions, electrical problems, and plumbing concerns, with many inspections being either incomplete or requiring re-submission of service requests by tenants.