109 East 153rd Street, Bronx, NY 10451

109 East 153rd Street is a 6-story, 60-unit residential building constructed in 1931 and currently owned by Gerald Ziering. The building has experienced recurring heating and hot water issues in early 2025, with multiple complaints filed between January and February 2025, though many were resolved quickly with confirmed restoration of services. The property has been experiencing significant rodent problems, with multiple inspections in 2024-2025 consistently showing rat activity, though some baiting efforts were attempted.

There are two active Class C violations related to lead-based paint hazards in apartment 33G, including issues with door frames and interior walls. The building's exterior is facing serious structural concerns, with multiple active Environmental Control Board violations from 2024 citing vertical cracks, step cracks, spalling masonry, and deteriorated mortar joints throughout all exposures, along with a violation for obstructed fire escape. The elevator system has had recurring issues, with several complaints about single-device operation and lack of alternate service recorded between 2019 and 2025.

The property underwent significant inspection activity in 2024, revealing multiple maintenance issues including problems with interior walls, doors/windows, and pest control. Notably, there were building shakes/vibrations reported in early 2024, and the building was placed under structural monitoring in February 2024. The building has maintained a consistent record of bedbug-free status since 2020, with no infested units reported in recent inspections. While some maintenance issues have been resolved, including various interior violations in apartments 27B and 33G, many external and structural concerns remain active, requiring ongoing attention.