1910 University Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453

1910 University Avenue is a 5-story, Class A apartment building constructed in 1923, currently managed by owner Jorge Ruiz and containing 30 residential units. The property has experienced significant maintenance challenges in recent years, with multiple active issues as of mid-2025, including unresolved complaints regarding plumbing (bathtub/shower issues), flooring problems, and cabinet maintenance. The building underwent several heat and hot water system complaints in May 2025, though some were subsequently closed after verification of repairs.

A detailed inspection from late 2024 revealed serious interior and exterior concerns, particularly in apartment 3C, including pest infestations (both mice and roaches), multiple radiator valve leaks, and various structural deficiencies. The building's history shows recurring maintenance issues, with active violations from 2023 indicating problems with building structure, including cracked and bulging walls, particularly in the front wall and near the chimney, as well as concerns about the condition of interior stairs. There are currently four active ECB violations from late 2023 related to building maintenance, including problems with exterior walls, interior stairs, and evidence of unauthorized apartment modifications.

The property has a mixed record of rodent inspections, with some passing results but also instances of rat activity noted between 2017 and 2024. While there have been periodic concerns about pest infestations and maintenance issues in the past, recent bedbug reports (2021-2024) showed no confirmed cases, and the most recent rodent inspection in April 2025 passed without issues. The building's management has received multiple violations related to building code compliance, with particularly notable structural concerns regarding floors and walls, as well as historical issues with heat and hot water systems, though many previous violations have been resolved or closed.