408 East 152nd Street, Bronx, NY 10455

The 20-unit, 5-story building at 408 East 152nd Street in Melrose, owned by Madelyn Lugo and constructed in 1923, has experienced ongoing maintenance challenges in recent years. Most notably, there have been recurring issues with heat and hot water, with the most recent complaints occurring in January 2025 and November 2024, though these issues were reported as resolved upon HPD inspection.

The building has also faced multiple interior maintenance issues, particularly in late 2024, including floor and wall problems in various units, with violations issued for flooring issues affecting common areas, water leaks, and multiple paint/plaster concerns. Apartment 1B has several open violations from November 2024 related to floor tiles, plaster surfaces, and bathroom maintenance. The building's infrastructure and systems have been under scrutiny, with multiple complaints about plumbing issues in 2024, including problems with bathtubs/showers, and concerns about rodent activity, with inspections showing rat presence in 2023 and 2022.

The property has active Environmental Control Board violations from 2020-2021 related to boiler issues, including backflow problems, though historical problems with the boiler system date back to at least 2020. Recent inspections and complaints suggest ongoing issues with the building's overall maintenance and systems, including multiple active violations related to the failure to file external low-pressure inspections from 2018-2021. The building has maintained a consistent record of no bedbug infestations reported in recent years, and while there have been multiple rodent inspections, these appear to be being actively addressed through baiting programs.