1304 Rev James Polite Ave, Bronx, NY 10459
The 42-unit, 6-story building at 1304 Rev James Polite Ave in East Morrisania, currently owned by Yonah Friedman and built in 1931, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, there have been recurring problems with heat and hot water throughout the building between March and April 2025, with multiple complaints from tenants. Additionally, there were recent mailbox-related issues reported in May 2025 that remain unresolved.
The building has a documented history of pest control challenges, particularly in apartment 4D, where violations for rodent and roach infestations were issued in August 2024, along with plumbing and maintenance concerns including water leaks and paint deteriorations. The property has undergone various inspections and received multiple violations over the past few years, including issues with building entrance security in October 2024, when violations were issued regarding defective latches at the main entrance. An environmental hazard was identified in 2018 involving a hole in the flue pipe of the federal boiler, which required immediate attention.
The building has maintained an active but challenging relationship with rodent management, with several inspections showing rat activity between 2022-2024, though recent inspections in 2024 showed passing compliance. The most recent bedbug reports from 2022-2024 show minimal infestations, with only a few units affected between 2020-2022. The Department of Buildings has documented various maintenance issues requiring attention, including an October 2024 violation related to building entrance doors and multiple complaints regarding water systems and internal maintenance.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 42 |
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Year built | 1931 |
Total area | 33786 sq ft |
Floors | 6 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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