1345 Teller Avenue, Bronx, NY 10456

The 6-story, 26-unit residential building at 1345 Teller Avenue, owned by Leonard Schwartz, has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the past few years, with the most recent being a heat/hot water complaint in March 2025. Between late 2023 and early 2024, the building faced multiple plumbing-related concerns, including issues with sinks and toilets, as well as water leaks and mold problems, though no violations were ultimately issued following inspections by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD).

The building underwent an inspection in August 2024 that revealed several violations in Apartment 4D, including water leak problems, damaged plaster surfaces, and peeling paint requirements in both the apartment and public areas. Notably, there are two active Department of Buildings violations from 2019 regarding boiler issues, including a fine of $6,250 for a leaking safety relief valve, though previous inspections found no violations related to this complaint. The building's maintenance history shows attention to pest control, with three consecutive years showing no bedbug infestations reported between 2019-2024.

Additionally, the property has consistently passed rodent inspections held annually from 2019 through 2025, indicating effective pest management practices. Recent violations mainly concern building maintenance standards, such as inadequate repairs to fire retardant materials and various repairs needed in common areas. While the building presents multiple maintenance challenges as evidenced by service requests and violations, the lack of serious health or safety violations in recent years, heavy emphasis on rodent control, and bedbug-free status are notable positive aspects of the property's recent history.