1230 Spofford Avenue, Bronx, NY 10474

1230 Spofford Avenue is a 5-story, 65-unit residential building constructed in 1928, currently managed by 1230 SPOFFORD AVE HDF. The property has experienced several recurring issues over recent years, with the most pressing current concerns being indoor air quality matters, particularly concerning chemical vapors, with two reported incidents in 2024 (December and January) that required owner advisories. A significant cluster of violations was documented in April 2023, including issues with windows, doors, and flooring, though most were subsequently addressed.

The building has faced various maintenance challenges over time, including plumbing issues (steam pipe/riser problems in 2023), multiple door and window-related violations, and safety concerns related to smoke detectors. Notably, there were some pest control issues in 2019-2020, though more recent reports (2020-2025) indicate successful eradication efforts, with no bedbug cases reported in the most recent three filing periods (2022-2025). The building's systems have shown some recurring problems, particularly with security features like the intercom system, which has required multiple repairs and violations. While rodent activity has been occasionally noted in inspections between 2022-2025, the most recent inspections (April 2025 and February 2024) show passing results, suggesting improved conditions.

The property's maintenance history shows a pattern of both emergency and non-emergency issues being reported and addressed, with violations ranging from Class A (most severe) to Class B and C. Recent inspections in early 2024 identified specific maintenance needs in Apartment 5E and Apartment 1A, including requirements for proper paint application and window repairs. The building's age and history as a New Law Tenement are reflected in the variety of maintenance issues documented, though the management appears to respond to most complaints, as evidenced by the resolution descriptions in the inspection records. The property benefits from regular rodent inspections, with a pattern of passing results, though some inspections have noted rat activity, indicating ongoing monitoring of pest control efforts.