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1380 University Avenue

BRONX, NY 10452 BBL 2025340008 139 units · 17 floors · 1967

This building has a severe track record, and our model predicts major ongoing maintenance failures.

HPD violations vs. neighborhood
Class B/C violations on record vs. a typical building in Highbridge
Above average
avg 108.5
164
Fewer violations More violations

This building has 164 recorded HPD violations, above the Highbridge average of 108.5.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1380 University Avenue rent-stabilized?

Rent stabilization caps how much your rent can rise and protects your right to renew. Here's how this building scores on the four signals that usually point to it.

Built before 1974
Built 1967
6 or more units
139 units
Registered with RGB
Not found
421-A / J-51 abatement
None found
Potential rent stabilization. Building age and size suggest eligibility — confirm with the DHCR (Division of Housing and Community Renewal) or request a rent history.

Based on public NYC records. Not legal advice — verify with the DHCR (Division of Housing and Community Renewal) at apps.hcr.ny.gov.

Augrented Insights
AI summary · updated June 2026

The 17-story, 140-unit building at 1380 University Avenue in Highbridge, owned by John Warren, has experienced significant and persistent maintenance issues throughout 2025. The property is currently facing multiple open complaints including flooring problems, wall issues, and rodent infestations, with recent Health Department violations noted in June 2025. There has been ongoing rodent activity, as evidenced by multiple inspections throughout 2023-2025 showing rat activity, with bait applications in place without resolution of the infestation. The building has also encountered structural and safety concerns, with complaints regarding building shaking/vibrating, emergency systems, and elevator maintenance issues. A significant pattern of maintenance complaints is evident, particularly regarding flooring, stairs, and walls, with several emergency and non-emergency violations still open.

Historical data shows a recurring issue with bedbug infestations, though recent reports indicate eradication of affected units. Multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations have been documented, including issues with compactor doors, plumbing, and maintenance of common areas. The building's elevator system has generated multiple complaints between 2022-2025, while various building systems including the boiler and facade maintenance have faced scrutiny. Recent environmental violations include concerns with suspended scaffolds and safety compliance. The property has also experienced periodic emergency response system failures, though some issues were resolved through inspection and repair. While some past violations have been addressed and closed, the current pattern of open complaints and violations suggests ongoing maintenance challenges requiring attention.

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How 1380 University 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

Neighborhood percentile
18th percentile

Out of 391 buildings in this neighborhood, 70 have a higher predicted risk.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted violation outcome
0.5%
No serious
violations
17.8%
Some violations
(1–9)
81.7%
Many violations
(10+)
Risk factors

What's driving this score

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Serious violations last 1–2 years

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Building size

Total residential square footage — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, HVAC, etc.) that can fail.

Hazardous violations (past 7 years)

HPD violations classified as hazardous — things like mold, peeling lead paint, or broken heat.

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What's in the 1380 University Avenue report

Building characteristics
Total units139
Floors17
Year built1967
Gross area164,564 sq ft
Building class
Tax abatementNone
Issue trend & model projection

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Who's behind the building

1380 University Avenue's landlord & ownership

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Corporate Owner

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Name
Wfha King Boulevard LP
Address
43-55 11 Street
Lic, NY 11101
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The story over time

1380 University Avenue event timeline

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2026
311+HPD May 15
Heat/Hot Water
Entire Building
HPD Complaint May 14
Safety – Window Guard Broken/Missing

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