1540 Jesup Avenue, Bronx, NY 10452

1540 Jesup Avenue is a 2-story, 6-unit building located in the Mount Eden neighborhood, constructed in 1931 and currently owned by Juan Caba. The property has experienced persistent maintenance issues, particularly regarding heating systems and pest control. Most recently, there was a heat/hot water emergency affecting the entire building in November 2024, following a pattern of heating system problems including a November 2023 incident and multiple complaints about unsanitary conditions and pests.

The building has documented pest infestations (including mice) and mold issues, with several Housing Maintenance Code violations issued in 2024, particularly affecting basement apartment 1B. Rat activity has been consistently observed in inspections from 2024 through 2025, despite some previous inspections showing compliance. The building's maintenance history reveals significant issues with water damage and mold, with multiple complaints filed in June 2024 concerning water leaks, heavy flow, and mold conditions, though not all inspections resulted in violations.

Additional maintenance concerns have included problems with appliances (electric/gas range and refrigerator), general cabinet issues, and various unsanitary conditions. The property has an outstanding Housing Maintenance Code violation related to missing garbage container lids at the north yard as of 2024, and historical records from 2018 indicate previous illegal conversion of a garage space into an unauthorized apartment, which resulted in penalties that appear to remain unpaid according to current records. While there have been some periods of passing inspections (2022-2023), the frequency and consistency of violations and complaints suggest ongoing challenges with building maintenance and resident comfort.