703 East 137th Street, Bronx, NY 10454
703 East 137th Street is a 5-story, 21-unit New Law tenement building constructed in 1931, currently owned by 699 Venture Corp. The building has experienced recurring maintenance issues, particularly in early 2025, when multiple complaints were filed about unsanitary conditions (specifically mold), plumbing problems (including radiator issues and a slow water leak), appliance malfunctions (including a refrigerator and electric/gas range), flooring concerns, and heat/hot water problems.
Of particular concern is an active Environmental Control Board violation from October 2021 regarding improper gas line support in the cellar area, with a $625 penalty imposed. Recent inspections in 2024 documented ongoing rodent activity, with bait applications conducted regularly between October 2023 and June 2024, and at least two compliance inspections noting rat activity. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of plumbing and appliance issues, including a December 2023 complaint about basin/sink problems and damp spots.
A series of violations related to unit BE from 2018 detailed various maintenance issues including defective faucets, toilet flushing problems, door concerns, and plaster damage, though these were subsequently closed. The building has also faced challenges with timely reporting and response to heating and hot water problems, as evidenced by multiple complaints in 2025 and earlier violations. While the property has maintained its bedbug reporting requirements, showing no infested units in the most recent filing period (2023-2024), the persistent nature of various maintenance issues suggests ongoing challenges with building upkeep and resident comfort.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 21 |
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Year built | 1931 |
Total area | 17600 sq ft |
Floors | 5 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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