261 Alexander Avenue, Bronx, NY 10454

261 Alexander Avenue is a 5-story, 10-unit residential building constructed in 1892, currently owned by Paul Goodman and classified as an Old Law Tenement. The building has experienced recurring maintenance issues in recent years, with the most pressing concerns documented in May 2025 including open complaints regarding flooring, walls, and doors. Previous maintenance history shows a pattern of infrastructure challenges, particularly around heating systems - with both apartment-specific and building-wide heat complaints reported in late 2023 and early 2025.

The property has some notable fire safety and structural concerns, as evidenced by multiple open violations from May 2024 regarding self-closing doors and skylight issues on the 5th story bulkhead, as well as a carbon monoxide detector violation in apartment 2N. The building's maintenance record shows a history of both emergency and non-emergency repairs, with particular attention needed for stairway safety features and common area maintenance. There have been past issues with plumbing, window frames, and flooring systems, though many of these were resolved through HPD inspections in October 2023.

The property underwent significant scrutiny in 2022 regarding sidewalk safety and drainage issues, resulting in violations and fines related to scaffold safety and cornice maintenance, though these were ultimately resolved. On a positive note, recent bedbug inspections from 2022-2024 show no reported infestations, and rodent inspections in 2023 indicate improved conditions with a passing result. The building's violation history suggests ongoing challenges with maintaining compliance across various housing codes, particularly in areas affecting common space safety and individual unit amenities.