838 Freeman Street, Bronx, NY 10459

838 Freeman Street is a 3-story, 3-unit residential tenement building in Morrisania, built in 1901 and currently owned by Orrie Shoshany. The property has experienced significant heating system issues, particularly in early 2019, when multiple complaints were filed regarding heat and hot water outages between February and May, culminating in several HPD inspections that confirmed inadequate heating and water conditions, resulting in violations.

More recently, the building has faced serious regulatory issues, with three active ECB violations as of May 2023 related to unauthorized occupancy and construction in the cellar area, including converted bathrooms and bedrooms, for which the owner faces substantial penalties. The building's maintenance history shows recurring concerns with building system compliance, as evidenced by multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations in early 2023 regarding required posted safety notices, though these were promptly addressed. The property has documented rodent activity, with multiple bait application records between 2019 and 2023, suggesting an ongoing pest management issue.

However, more recent bedbug reports from 2022-2025 show no infestations, indicating successful eradication efforts. The building's most recent violations primarily focus on administrative compliance, including requirements for posting heating system access information, gas leak procedures, and other safety notices, which were addressed through certification in early 2023. The property has maintained regular bedbug reporting compliance from 2021 to present, showing no reported infestations during this period.