819 East 161st Street, Bronx, NY 10459

The 3-story, 144-unit building at 819 East 161st Street in Longwood, owned by Alberto Robles and constructed in 1994, has experienced ongoing maintenance challenges in recent years. As of May 2025, there is an open complaint regarding unsanitary conditions and pests, following a previous rodent complaint from May 2025 where health inspectors were unable to access the property. The building has a documented history of pest issues, with multiple complaints about unsanitary conditions and pests between 2023 and 2025.

Notable safety concerns were addressed in 2023, including inspections of fire escapes and sprinklers, though these did not result in violations. The building has undergone several repairs and inspections, with three open violations currently recorded in Apartment C as of October 2023, including issues with plastered surfaces, vinyl floor tiles, walls and ceilings, smoke detectors, self-closing doors, and a reported roach infestation. The property has maintained regular rodent inspections since 2013, with the most recent inspection in June 2025 passing, suggesting some improvement in pest control measures.

Bedbug reports filed between 2013 and 2023 consistently show 0 infested units, indicating successful eradication efforts in this area. Previous maintenance issues have included concerns with garbage/recycling storage, door and window security, and flooring, with inspections typically showing no violations were issued, though some April 2023 complaints resulted in violations. The building's history reflects typical urban maintenance challenges, with particular attention needed to address recurring pest control and interior maintenance issues.