1137 Vyse Avenue, Bronx, NY 10459

1137 Vyse Avenue is a three-unit, three-story residential building located in Longwood, Bronx, and has been owned by Emmanuel Ivoko since 1901. The building has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the past several years, with the most significant concerns centering around pest infestations and violations of housing maintenance codes. In 2023, there were multiple complaints about pest infestations and unsanitary conditions, particularly affecting the second apartment, which received several violations that remain open as of 2025.

The building has also faced various infrastructure problems, including electrical issues, heat and hot water disruptions, and plumbing complaints. Most recently, in December 2023, an electrical wiring complaint was closed without inspection due to lack of access. The property has a history of compliance challenges, including multiple open violations related to bedbug reporting requirements and ongoing pest control obligations.

Between 2020 and 2021, there were several illegal conversion complaints, though inspections did not result in violations. The building's emergency exit pathways were found obstructed in 2021, leading to a penalty of $1,250. While there have been rodent activity issues documented in 2021, recent inspections (2022-2025) have passed, suggesting some improvement in pest management. The building's maintenance record shows a pattern of non-compliance with various housing codes, particularly regarding pest control and maintenance of basic services, though some historically significant violations were dismissed in late 2022.