1652 University Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453

The 21-unit, 5-story tenement building at 1652 University Avenue in Morris Heights, owned by 1652 Realty LLC and constructed in 1912, has experienced persistent plumbing and maintenance issues throughout 2024-2025. Most recently, in June 2025, there were reports of water leaks and sink plumbing issues, though these were reportedly corrected. The building has had recurring water supply problems, with multiple complaints between April and June 2025, and there were two confirmed instances of slow leaks in March 2025. Earlier complaints in 2025 included heat and hot water issues affecting both individual apartments and the entire building, along with pest infestations and unsanitary conditions, particularly affecting apartment 5C.

The property has also faced several significant violations and building maintenance challenges. In 2024, multiple violations were issued for apartment 5C, including mold conditions, pest infestations (notably cockroaches), and various maintenance issues such as damaged plaster, paint requirements, and broken locks. The building underwent inspections revealing multiple infrastructure concerns, including a heating system installation reportedly done without proper permits (as noted in a September 2023 violation), structural issues with mortar joints, and drainage problems creating standing water. There have been regular rodent control efforts, with mixed results between 2018 and 2025, though recent inspections have shown improved conditions.

The building's management has documented consistent compliance with bedbug reporting requirements from 2019 through 2024, with no reported infestations. The property has a mixed record of addressing violations, with some being resolved promptly while others, particularly regarding various building systems and maintenance issues, have required ongoing attention. Recent months have shown recurring water and plumbing issues as a significant concern, with multiple complaints and service requests concentrated in early 2025, despite some being reported as corrected. The building's age and history as a New Law Tenement are evident in the variety of maintenance issues reported, though recent property management appears to have made efforts to address many of the immediate concerns as they arise. The most critical outstanding issues appear to be related to water infrastructure and plumbing systems, based on the frequency and recent nature of complaints.