413 East 187th Street, Bronx, NY 10458

The 4-story, 9-unit Old Law Tenement building at 413 East 187th Street in Fordham, built in 1910 and currently owned by 413 East 187th Street Holdings, has experienced numerous maintenance issues in recent months. Between November and December 2024, the building had multiple HPD complaints including heat/hot water problems, water leaks, appliance issues, mold, and pest infestations, all of which HPD was unable to inspect despite multiple requests for access.

The building is currently facing open violations related to heat, hot water, and lead-based paint hazards in apartment 1E, along with various other Class B and C violations including unsanitary conditions, carbon monoxide detector issues, and concerns about an uncapped gas line. The property has a concerning history of infrastructure problems, with several active DOB violations from 2019-2023 regarding boiler inspections and structural concerns including vertical step cracks on the facade.

While the building has shown consistent compliance in bedbug reporting with no infestations reported since 2017, there have been recurring issues with rodent activity, as evidenced by multiple inspections between October 2023 and July 2025 showing rat activity or failures to comply with cleanup requirements. The building's recent history suggests ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding heating systems, water infrastructure, and pest control, with multiple violations that appear to remain unaddressed based on recent inspection data.