701 Elton Avenue
This building has a severe track record, and our model predicts major ongoing maintenance failures.
This building has 192 recorded HPD violations, above the Melrose average of 37.4.
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How 701 Elton Avenue's risk score is calculated
We trained a model on 7 years of city inspection data — HPD violation filings, tenant complaints, and owner track records across their entire portfolio. It estimates the probability that HPD inspectors will find serious or dangerous violations at this address in the next 12 months. Lower % = safer.
What the score means for you
Out of 339 buildings in this neighborhood, 27 have a higher predicted risk.
violations
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What's in the 701 Elton Avenue report
| Total units | 33 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 5 |
| Year built | 1931 |
| Gross area | — |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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701 Elton Avenue event timeline
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What this is
Housing code violations issued by HPD against property conditions. Non-compliance with NYC's Housing Maintenance Code can result in violations and fines.
| Inspection Date | Class | Category | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/27/2026 | B | Original | 566 (B) 27-2021.4 Hmc: Abate The Nuisance Consisting Of Pests. Evidence Of Flies Throughout Entire Building At Public Hall | Nov Sent Out |
| 05/27/2026 | C | Original | Hmc Adm Code: § 27-2017.4 Abate The Infestation Consisting Of Mice At Compactor Closet, 5Th Story | Nov Sent Out |
| 05/27/2026 | B | Original | 566 (B) 27-2021.4 Hmc: Abate The Nuisance Consisting Of Pests. Evidence Of Flies At Public Hall, 1St Story | Nov Sent Out |
| 05/27/2026 | B | Original | 566 (B) 27-2021.4 Hmc: Abate The Nuisance Consisting Of Pests. Evidence Of Flies In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 5D, 5Th Story, 1St Apartment From North At East | Nov Sent Out |
| 05/27/2026 | B | Original | § 27-2010, 2011, 2012 Adm Code Cleanse And Disinfect To The Satisfaction Of This Department After Removing The Feces At East 2 Public Hall Stairs 5Th Story At Public Hall Stairs | Nov Sent Out |
What this is
Complaints filed with HPD about conditions violating the NYC Housing Maintenance Code or NY State Multiple Dwelling Law.
| Received | Category | Type | Status | Apartment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/18/2026 | Unsanitary Condition – Pests | Non Emergency | Close | 5D |
| 05/11/2026 | Unsanitary Condition – Pests | Non Emergency | Close | 5 |
| 05/11/2026 | Unsanitary Condition – Pests | Non Emergency | Close | 5 |
| 05/11/2026 | Unsanitary Condition – Garbage/Recycling Storage | Non Emergency | Close | 5 |
| 05/18/2026 | Elevator – Maintenance | Non Emergency | Close | 5D |
What this is
Service requests logged daily with the city through 311 and tracked to resolution. These are complaints that can be directed to specific city agencies.
| Created Date | Problem | Problem Detail | Agency Name | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/18/2026 | Rodent | Signs Of Rodents | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
| 05/18/2026 | Elevator | Maintenance | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 05/18/2026 | Unsanitary Condition | Pests | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 05/18/2026 | Unsanitary Condition | Pests | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 05/18/2026 | Indoor Air Quality | Human Feces | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
What this is
All complaints received by the Department of Buildings, including those from 311 and complaints entered directly by DOB staff.
| Filed | Number | Status | Category | Disposition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/29/2026 | 2441950 | Active | 6S | |
| 03/24/2026 | 2437147 | Closed | 6S | 05/20/2026 |
| 01/27/2026 | 2433002 | Closed | 7R | 02/24/2026 |
| 08/25/2024 | 2399239 | Closed | 6S | 02/04/2025 |
| 04/08/2024 | 2389481 | Closed | 30 | 04/10/2024 |
What this is
Civil penalties and violation notices issued by the Department of Buildings for construction and building code violations.
| Issue Date | Category | Type | Description | Disposition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/12/2024 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Aeuhaz1-Fail To Certify Class 1 None | Failure To Certify Correction On Immediately Hazardous (Class 1) Ecb Violation | 12/17/2024 |
| 10/04/2023 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Aeuhaz1-Fail To Certify Class 1 None | Failure To Certify Correction On Immediately Hazardous (Class 1) Ecb Violation | 04/10/2026 |
| 04/27/2022 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Aeuhaz1-Fail To Certify Class 1 None | Failure To Certify Correction On Immediately Hazardous (Class 1) Ecb Violation | |
| 03/02/2022 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Aeuhaz1-Fail To Certify Class 1 None | Failure To Certify Correction On Immediately Hazardous (Class 1) Ecb Violation | |
| 01/19/2022 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Aeuhaz1-Fail To Certify Class 1 None | Failure To Certify Correction On Immediately Hazardous (Class 1) Ecb Violation |
What this is
Summonses and penalties adjudicated by OATH (Office of Administrative Trials & Hearings) and the Environmental Control Board. DOB enforcement cases that have been heard and decided.
| Issue Date | Violation # | Status | Description | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2026 | 39175986N | Active | Facade At Exposure 4 Is In Disrepair. Spalling Stucco Deteriorated Bricks All Throughout. At Corner Of 3And 4 Bricks Missing Causing A Fall Hazard That Can Lead To Injury Or Death, Repair And/Replace | $2,500 |
| 02/04/2026 | 39177959R | Resolve | Failure To Certify Correction For Violation Number 39083288H, File A Certificate Of Correction | $1,250 |
| 05/15/2024 | 39114389X | Resolve | Class 2: Phone Inoperative Repair & Connect Service To 24 Hr Emergency Operator. Caar Door Misaligned Adjust. Drop Ceiling Missing Install New Ceiling. Clean Garbage From Pit. No Access To Motor Room Provide Ke | $0 |
| 04/10/2024 | 39111310K | Resolve | Failure To Maintain Building Walls. Observed A Section Of Stucco Approx 3'X3' Has Fallen Off Exposure#2 Wall And Landed In The Rear Yard Of 437 E 154 Street., Maintain Exterior Building Wall | $2,500 |
| 05/16/2023 | 39086353Z | Resolve | Class 1 Cease Use.... Door Operator Opening Too Fast And Over Traveling And Scraping/Banging. Adjust Door Operator To Properly Close And Not Constantly Re-Cycle Open. Replace Inoperative Electric Eye. Adjust Sa | $1,250 |
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Executed eviction warrants in NYC from 2017-present. Records of completed residential and commercial evictions processed through housing court.
| Executed Date | Docket # | Apartment | Type | Marshal |
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Recorded real estate transactions and property sales. Public records of building transfers and changes in ownership.
| Sale Date | Price | Building Class | Neighborhood | Apartment |
|---|
What this is
Property owner reports of bedbug infestation status required by NYC law. Building owners must file annual reports on bedbug treatment and infestation history.
| Filing Date | Infested Units | Eradicated | Re-infested | Period End |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 12/27/2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 12/29/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
What this is
NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene rodent inspection results. Records of inspections for rat and rodent infestation signs.
| Inspection Date | Type | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 04/23/2026 | Stoppage | Stoppage Done |
| 04/14/2026 | Compliance | Failed For Rat Activity And Other Reason |
| 03/06/2026 | Initial | Failed For Other Reason |
| 01/17/2026 | Compliance | Failed For Other Reason |
| 09/11/2025 | Initial | Failed For Rat Activity |
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Construction and demolition permits issued by the Department of Buildings. Required for legal building, construction, and demolition activities in NYC.
| Filing Date | Type | Work | Floor | Description | Status | Issued |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/08/2019 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Sidewalk Shed | Ope 000 thru 000 | Installation Of Heavy Duty Sidewalk Shed As Per Plans. No Change In Use, Egress Or Occupancy. | Signed-Off | 11/08/2019 |
| 11/05/2018 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Sidewalk Shed | Ope 000 thru 000 | Installation Of Heavy Duty Sidewalk Shed As Per Plans. No Change In Use, Egress Or Occupancy. | Signed-Off | 11/05/2018 |
| 11/05/2018 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Supported Scaffold | Ope 000 thru 005 | Installation Of Pipe Scaffold As Per Plans. No Change In Use, Egress Or Occupancy. | Signed-Off | 11/05/2018 |
| 07/18/2018 | Initial Permit | Construction Fence | Ope 001 thru 001 | Install Construction Fence As Per Plans. | Signed-Off | 07/18/2018 |
| 07/11/2018 | Initial Permit | Supported Scaffold | Ope 000 thru 005 | Installation Of Pipe Scaffold As Per Plans. No Change In Use, Egress Or Occupancy. | Signed-Off | 07/11/2018 |
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