1838 Vyse Avenue, Bronx, NY 10460

1838 Vyse Avenue is a 6-story, 64-unit New Law tenement building constructed in 1931, currently owned by David Levitan. The building has experienced persistent heating and hot water system issues throughout the past year, with multiple emergency complaints filed between December 2023 and January 2024, affecting both individual apartments and the entire building. Additionally, there have been recurring reports of unsanitary conditions, specifically mold, with the most recent complaint filed in January 2024.

The building underwent inspection in late 2022 which revealed various maintenance issues in apartment 3F, including problems with lead-based paint, pest infestations, and degraded plaster surfaces, though many of these violations were subsequently closed following repairs. Recent inspections and violations from early 2024 have raised significant safety concerns, including problems with emergency exits (gated and roof door issues), electrical systems (damaged grounding, exposed wiring), and plumbing systems (poorly supported gas piping). Environmental Control Board violations from March 2024 noted multiple electrical system deficiencies, with one violation remaining active as of June 2024.

The building has maintained a rodent control program, with recent inspections showing continued activity, though an initial rodent inspection in February 2025 resulted in a passing score. Bedbug reports have been minimal, with only two confirmed cases in the past five years (2019 and 2024), both with eradication attempts marked as completed. The building's owners have regularly responded to violations and complaints, with many being resolved through repairs or system upgrades, though some ongoing issues suggest persistent maintenance challenges. Recent complaints regarding emergency exits and building systems indicate potential safety concerns that require monitoring.