1507 Teller Avenue, Bronx, NY 10457

The 10-unit multifamily building at 1507 Teller Avenue in Claremont Village, currently owned by Joel Retek, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over the past two years. Most notably, in September 2023, the property faced multiple water-related problems, including both slow and heavy leaks, as well as unsanitary conditions involving mold and sewage.

While the Department of Housing Preservation and Development investigated these complaints, no violations were issued, and the cases were subsequently closed in early October 2023. In April 2023, the building was subject to multiple Department of Buildings complaints concerning illegal conversions, construction beyond approved plans, and excessive debris, though inspectors determined no violations warranted enforcement.

Despite these maintenance challenges, the building's most recent bedbug reports from both 2024 and 2023 show no recorded infestations, with zero units affected or requiring eradication during the 12-month reporting periods. Built in 1923, this two-story residential building retains its original classification as a 2-family house, though it currently operates as a 10-unit facility. The property's documented history indicates a pattern of water-related issues, particularly in 2023, but no recurring pest problems or significant safety violations over the past two years.