866 Elsmere Place
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The 86-unit, 6-story New Law Tenement at 866 Elsmere Place in Tremont, built in 1926 and currently owned by Valerie Torres, has experienced numerous maintenance issues in recent months. As of July 2025, there are multiple open complaints filed in 2025 regarding the bell/buzzer/intercom system and mailbox issues, suggesting ongoing problems with building communication and mail services. The building has also faced significant plumbing issues in March 2025, with multiple complaints regarding basins/sinks and bathtub/shower facilities. There was a notable pattern of heat and hot water complaints in early 2025, with four separate incidents reported in February 2025, though some were resolved through tenant verification.
The property has received attention for potential code violations, including an August 2024 violation for energy benchmarking reporting, though some violations from 2024 have been dismissed. The building's maintenance history reveals various problems requiring attention, particularly in apartment 1A, including mold issues, electrical concerns, and kitchen maintenance needs documented in August 2024. Rodent inspections between 2021 and 2025 show inconsistent results, with some inspections indicating rat activity and others passing compliance. The building's permit history shows regular maintenance work being permitted, with at least six emergency work permits issued between 2020 and 2024. The property has maintained a record of zero bedbug infestations reported in recent years, suggesting effective pest management in this area, though recent rodent inspections indicate some ongoing challenges with vermin control.
How 866 Elsmere Place's risk score is calculated
We trained a model on 7 years of city inspection data — HPD violation filings, tenant complaints, and owner track records across their entire portfolio. It estimates the probability that HPD inspectors will find serious or dangerous violations at this address in the next 12 months. Lower % = safer.
What the score means for you
Out of 497 buildings in this neighborhood, 45 have a higher predicted risk.
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What's driving this score
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| Total units | 86 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 6 |
| Year built | 1926 |
| Gross area | 76,000 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
Violations & complaints per year — solid line is historical record, dashed line is AI projection.
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