280 East 161st Street, Bronx, NY 10451

Morrisania Apartments, located at 280 East 161st Street in Concourse Village, is an 8-story, 204-unit residential building constructed in 1980 and currently owned by Larry Hirschfield. The property has experienced persistent maintenance issues throughout 2025, with significant problems including recurring heat and hot water outages in May 2025, multiple unresolved electrical and water leak complaints, and ongoing pest control challenges.

Recent inspections by the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene in June 2025 identified rodent activity, marking the third such incidence in less than a year, despite previous baiting efforts. The building's elevator systems have been a recurring concern, with multiple violations documented between 2022-2024 regarding maintenance and service issues, resulting in fines and enforcement actions. The property has faced several infrastructure and safety compliance challenges, including violations related to smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector requirements in December 2024, and ongoing work permit violations recorded in 2023 and 2025.

In addition to these pressing issues, there are several open maintenance requests as of July 2025, including concerns about an electric/gas range appliance, refrigerator problems, paint/plaster issues, and a broken window guard that poses safety concerns. While the building has successfully addressed many past violations, as evidenced by their closed status, the frequency and variety of recent complaints suggest ongoing maintenance challenges that require attention. Historical records show occasional pest problems, with 2019 being the only year with reported bedbug infestations, though recent filings indicate this issue has been resolved.