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421 East 157th Street, Bronx, NY 10451

1
DOB Complaints
229
311 Housing Calls
188
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

36
Moderate Risk

This building shows some maintenance concerns that warrant attention.

Our AI predicts there is a 36% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 421 East 157th Street

The five-story, 21-unit building at 421 East 157th Street in Melrose, owned by Salvatore D'avola and constructed in 1913, has experienced several concerning maintenance issues between 2024 and 2025. The property shows a pattern of electrical, flooring, and intercom system problems, with multiple HPD violations issued in 2025 for electrical (outlet/switch), flooring/stairs, and general intercom issues.

Notably, in late 2024, Apartment 2 was found to have multiple violations including rodent infestations (mice and roaches), defective smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, various bathroom repair needs, and a problematic window. The building also faced mechanical issues in 2021 when violations were issued regarding the boiler system, including an improperly supported flue pipe and corroded components, with active penalties noted.

Recent inspections have revealed persistent rodent activity, with multiple bait applications recorded between late 2023 and early 2024, and compliance inspections indicating ongoing rat presence. While the building's bedbug reports show no confirmed infestations since 2022, the property has experienced recurring maintenance challenges, including failures to file required external low-pressure inspections in 2023. The pattern of violations and service requests suggests ongoing infrastructure and maintenance challenges, particularly relating to building systems and pest control, while recent safety violations regarding detectors and electrical systems represent the most pressing current concerns.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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421 East 157th Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Melrose.

Building Characteristics

Total units 21
Year built 1913
Total area 17180 sq ft
Floors 5
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

1
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
188
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
229
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
15
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
1
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
12
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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421 East 157th Street Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

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RoleNameAddress

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Landlord Court Records

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421 East 157th Street Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Registered
Tax Abatement
None found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 >6 units Registered None

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Housing Maintenance Code Complaints

This table shows complaints to 311 related to potential NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) for 421 East 157th Street. These complaints are related to conditions such as lack of heat, hot water, mold, pests, and other habitability issues. Class B and C violations are the most serious and may indicate significant problems with building maintenance or safety.

Date ReceivedSttatus DateCategoryTypeStatus
2025-05-232025-06-02Electric-Outlet/switchNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-02-192025-02-26Flooring/stairs-FloorNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-02-192025-02-26General-Bell/buzzer/intercomNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-01-182025-02-21Flooring/stairs-FloorNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-01-182025-02-21Flooring/stairs-FloorNon EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 421 East 157th Street. These violations are related to conditions such as lack of heat, hot water, mold, pests, and other habitability issues. Class B and C violations are the most serious and may indicate significant problems with building maintenance or safety.

Inspection DateClassStatusStatus DateApartmentNOV DescriptionCertified Date
2024-11-11COpenNone2HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
2024-11-11BCloseNone2§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CRACKED CERAMIC FLOOR TILES IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 2, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
2024-11-11BCloseNone2§ 27-2045 ADM CODE REPAIR OR REPLACE THE SMOKE DETECTOR DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
2024-11-11CCloseNone2§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE SPRING BALANCE AT THE LOWER WINDOW SASH AT THE 2ND WINDOW FROM WWST AT NORTH WALL (CREATING GUILLOTINE EFFECT) IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 2, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST2024-11-25T00:00:00.000Z
2024-11-11BCloseNone2§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 2, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 421 East 157th Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-05-23 12:54ELECTRICOUTLET/SWITCHClosedHPD
2025-02-19 13:28FLOORING/STAIRSFLOORClosedHPD
2025-02-19 13:28GENERALBELL/BUZZER/INTERCOMClosedHPD
2025-02-03 19:53UNSANITARY CONDITIONMOLDClosedHPD
2025-02-03 19:53FLOORING/STAIRSFLOORClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 421 East 157th Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
23146732021-03-17CLOSEDBoiler: Defective/Inoperative/No Permit2021-03-23Oath Violation Served (2021-03-23)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 421 East 157th Street.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2023-06-30V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2021 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-04-25V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2022 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 421 East 157th Street. The information includes the date, type, description, and status of each complaint. The data is sourced from DOHMH/311.

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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 421 East 157th Street. The information includes the file date, infested units, eradicated units, re-infested units, filing start date, and filing end date. The data is sourced from DOHMH. Landlords are required to file these reports; missing data may indicate non-compliance.

File DateInfested UnitsEradicated UnitsRe-infested UnitsFiling Start DateFiling End Date
2025-07-080002023-11-012024-10-31
2024-05-060002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-03-080002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-12-120002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-03-090002020-11-012021-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 421 East 157th Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2024-04-01ComplianceRat Activity
2024-03-26BAITBait applied
2024-03-19BAITBait applied
2024-03-12BAITBait applied
2024-01-25ComplianceRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 421 East 157th Street. The information includes the open date, case type, status, judgement, penalty and whether harassment was found. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: HPD
Open DateCase TypeStatusJudgementPenaltyHarassment found
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OATH Cases Explanation

The table below shows the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings cases for 421 East 157th Street. The information includes the date, agency, respondent, charge, result, penalty, and status. The data is sourced from OATH.

Source: Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH)
DateAgencyRespondentChargeResultPenaltyStatus
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ECB Violations

Environmental Control Board violations for 421 East 157th Street. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2021-03-2339038103JNEIGHBORHOOD RESTORE HOUSATOI FOUND FLUE PIPE NOT PROPERLY SUPPORTED, BOILER ROOM DOOR NOT CLOSING PROPERLY, AIR SEPARATOR TANK CORRODED, RE SEAL BOILER DOORSACTIVE625.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 421 East 157th Street. The information includes the start date, start violations, discharge date, and status. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
Start DateStart ViolationsDischarge DateStatus
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Vacate Orders Explanation

The table below shows the vacate orders for 421 East 157th Street. The information includes the effective date, rescinded date, reason, type, and units. The data is sourced from DOB.

Source: Department of Buildings (DOB)
Effective DateRescinded DateReasonTypeUnits
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Work Orders Explanation

The table below shows the work orders for 421 East 157th Street. The information includes the date created, type, description, and charge. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
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Liens Explanation

The table below shows tax and water liens for 421 East 157th Street. Information includes tax class, month, water only flag, amount, and cycle. Data is sourced from NYC Department of Finance.

Source: NYC Department of Finance
Tax ClassMonthWater OnlyAmountCycle
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Sales Records

Sales transactions for 421 East 157th Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 421 East 157th Street. Data includes filing date, type, and status.

Start DateEnd DateStatusProcedureFloor

Fire Violations

Violations issued by the Fire Department for this property.

Violation NumberDateDescriptionStatus
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Fire Inspections

Fire Department inspection records for this property.

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Fire Certificates

Fire safety certificates for this property.

TypeIssue DateExpiration
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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 421 East 157th Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 421 East 157th Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 421 East 157th Street. Data includes violation date, type, and status.

DateTypeStatus

Planning Projects

City Planning (ZAP) project applications for this building. Data includes project ID, status, borough, and lot/block information.

Project IDStatusBoroughBlockLot
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Building Permits

Department of Buildings issued building permits for this property. This includes permits for construction, alteration, and demolition work. Data includes permit type, job number, status, and issue date.

Permit TypeJob NumberStatusIssue Date

Electrical Permits

Department of Buildings issued electrical permits for this property. This includes permits for electrical work, installations, and modifications. Data includes permit type, job number, status, and issue date.

Permit TypeJob NumberStatusIssue Date

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