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437 East 159th Street, Bronx, NY 10451

1
DOB Complaints
26
311 Housing Calls
17
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

95
Low Risk

This building shows minimal signs of maintenance issues based on our analysis.

Our AI predicts there is a 95% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 437 East 159th Street

This three-story, two-family house located at 437 East 159th Street in the Melrose neighborhood has experienced significant maintenance issues over the past several years, particularly with heating and sanitary conditions. Most recently, in June 2025, there was a heat/hot water complaint that HPD could not inspect due to access issues. Similar heating problems have been documented multiple times, including both apartment-specific and building-wide outages in 2020, 2022, and 2024, though typically these issues were resolved promptly.

The building has faced recurring pest problems, with multiple complaints about rodent and insect infestations, particularly in the second-floor apartment, as evidenced by violations issued in October 2024 for both mice and roach infestations. Other notable issues include mold problems reported in October 2024, and various violations related to lead paint hazards, plumbing, and maintenance issues documented between 2019-2024. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of access issues during inspections, particularly regarding pest and sanitary condition complaints, which may indicate challenges with tenant cooperation for necessary inspections. While there have been documented rodent activity in the past, recent rodent inspections (2017, 2018, and 2022) passed.

The property owner has generally addressed violations within the required timeframes, with several being certified as corrected by 2024. The building's bedbug reporting records from 2019-2024 show no infestations have been reported in this period, and recent rodent inspections have also passed, suggesting some improvement in pest management. The building's historical records show consistent maintenance challenges, particularly during the heating season, and ongoing issues with pests and unsanitary conditions. While some violations have been systematically addressed, the pattern of access issues during inspections and recurring maintenance problems suggests ongoing challenges in building management and maintenance.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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437 East 159th Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 40% of buildings in Melrose.

Building Characteristics

Total units 2
Year built 1899
Total area 3780 sq ft
Floors 3
Tax Abatements None
Building Class 2 FAMILY HOUSE
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Key Building Statistics

1
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
17
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
26
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
1
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
1
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
4
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 437 East 159th St, New York, NY 10451
  • 825 Elton Ave, New York, NY 10451

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437 East 159th Street Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

Other NYC buildings registered to this landlord.

AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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Date FiledCase TitleCourtLink
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437 East 159th Street Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
Less than 6 units
RGB Registration
Not registered
Tax Abatement
None found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 <6 units Not 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 437 East 159th 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
2025-06-112025-06-16Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyImmediate EmergencyCLOSE
2024-10-162024-10-23Paint/plaster-RadiatorNon EmergencyCLOSE
2024-10-162024-10-23Unsanitary Condition-PestsNon EmergencyCLOSE
2024-10-162024-10-23Unsanitary Condition-PestsNon EmergencyCLOSE
2024-10-172024-10-19Unsanitary Condition-MoldEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 437 East 159th 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
2024-10-18BCloseNone2NDFLOHMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2NDFLO, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH2024-12-03T00:00:00.000Z
2024-10-18BCloseNone2NDFLOHMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2NDFLO, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH2024-12-03T00:00:00.000Z
2021-10-22ACloseNone2NDFL§ 27-2005 ADMIN. CODE: REPLACE WITH NEW THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CLOSET DOOR IN THE PRIVATE HALLWAY LOCATED AT APT 2NDFL, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST2021-12-02T00:00:00.000Z
2021-10-22BCloseNone2NDFLHMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2NDFL, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST2021-11-09T00:00:00.000Z
2021-10-22CCloseNone2NDFL§ 27-2056.6 ADM CODE - CORRECT THE LEAD-BASED PAINT HAZARD - PRESUMED LEAD PAINT THAT IS PEELING OR ON A DETERIORATED SUBSURFACE USING WORK PRACTICES SET FORTH IN 28 RCNY §11-06(B)(2) CEILING IN THE 1st BATHROOM FROM EAST AT NORTH LOCATED AT APT 2NDFL, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 437 East 159th Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-06-11 12:02HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2024-10-17 13:52UNSANITARY CONDITIONMOLDClosedHPD
2024-10-17 13:52HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYOpenHPD
2024-10-17 13:52UNSANITARY CONDITIONPESTSClosedHPD
2024-10-16 16:44UNSANITARY CONDITIONPESTSClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 437 East 159th Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
24011972024-09-24CLOSEDBuilding Shaking/Vibrating/Struct Stability Affected2024-09-26Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2024-09-26)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 437 East 159th Street.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 437 East 159th Street. The information includes the date, type, description, and status of each complaint. The data is sourced from DOHMH/311.

DateTypeDescriptionStatus
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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 437 East 159th 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
2024-12-100002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-050002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-150002021-11-012022-10-31
2021-12-130002020-11-012021-10-31
2020-12-160002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 437 East 159th Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2022-08-19InitialPassed
2018-04-12InitialPassed
2017-02-13InitialPassed
2016-08-31CompliancePassed
2016-08-02InitialRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 437 East 159th 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 437 East 159th 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 437 East 159th Street. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 437 East 159th 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 437 East 159th 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 437 East 159th 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 437 East 159th 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
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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 437 East 159th Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 437 East 159th 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.

DateTypeResult
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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 437 East 159th Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 437 East 159th Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 437 East 159th 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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