1643 Popham Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453

The 9-unit, 4-story building at 1643 Popham Avenue in Morris Heights, owned by Baruch Teitelbaum and constructed in 2016, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, between February and May 2025, there were multiple complaints regarding safety systems (smoke detectors), appliance problems (electric/gas range), security systems (intercom), water issues (heavy flow leak), and interior maintenance (paint/plaster) - all of which could not be inspected due to access issues. In late 2024, the building faced concerning sanitation problems, with multiple complaints about sewage issues in October and November that prompted Health Department and HPD investigations, though no Health Code violations were found.

There were also plumbing complaints regarding water supply and toilet issues during the same period. The building has a history of various maintenance challenges over the past few years. In 2024, violations were documented regarding a broken intercom system, sewage issues, and a toilet obstruction.

A hot water temperature violation was noted in October 2024 (currently open) for Apartment 3A. The building has undergone several rodent inspections, with passing results in 2023, 2024, and 2025, though it failed inspections in 2019 and 2020. Notably, the building has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations, with no documented cases in any of the annual reports since 2020. The most recent building inspection data shows some recurring issues with building systems, though many past violations have been resolved, including those related to pest control, plumbing, and safety systems.