505 East 161st Street, Bronx, NY 10451

505 East 161st Street is an 8-story, 80-unit residential building constructed in 2009, currently owned by Peter Fine. The building has experienced persistent maintenance challenges throughout its history, with significant recent issues including multiple water leaks (most recently reported in May 2025), problems with heat and hot water (notably in May 2025), and unsanitary conditions related to garbage storage. There is an ongoing rodent infestation issue, with inspections in 2025 showing continued rat activity despite bait applications.

Building systems have been problematic, particularly the elevator, which has generated numerous complaints over the past three years, with the most recent active complaint as of November 2024 regarding single device operation with no alternate service. The building's maintenance history shows recurring issues with basic services and infrastructure, including multiple heat/hot water and water leak complaints, electrical problems, and various pest control challenges. Recent inspections have confirmed violations regarding electrical systems and mold conditions, with particularly concerning open violations as of June 2025 for mold, electrical outlets/switches, and a slow water leak.

Historical data shows occasional bedbug issues, though these appear to have subsided in recent reporting periods. The building has undergone multiple rodent control efforts, with varying levels of success, and has experienced repeated issues with garbage storage conditions despite inspections finding no housing law violations. While some historical issues have been resolved, including various apartment-specific violations from 2024 (such as bathroom repairs in Units 1B and 3E), many current complaints and violations remain unresolved as of the latest available data.