2159 Belmont Avenue, Bronx, NY 10457
2159 Belmont Avenue in the Belmont neighborhood is a 3-unit, 3-story residential building constructed in 2002, currently owned by Jose Blanco. The property has experienced recurring maintenance issues over recent years, with the most significant being a heavy water leak reported in early 2024 (HPD case closed with no violations). Between 2022-2024, there have been multiple complaints and violations regarding unsanitary conditions, particularly pest infestations, including notable instances in May 2023 and multiple reports of roaches in Apartment 1 in 2022.
The building has also faced several safety-related issues: in December 2022, violations were issued regarding smoke detector compliance, and as of April 2023, there are open violations for missing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in Apartment 1. The building's maintenance history reveals systematic issues with both water and pest problems, with three recorded water leaks between 2022 and 2024 (including two noted as heavy or slow leaks), and multiple pest-related complaints. Several electrical and appliance concerns were reported in late 2022, including issues with smoke detectors, an electric outlet/switch, and an electric/gas range, though inspections typically resulted in no violations being issued.
The property has shown some progress in recent months, passing rodent inspections in 2025 and 2024, though there were reports of rat activity in mid-2024. There are currently open violations regarding the failure to file annual bedbug reports and various life safety system requirements, including smoke and carbon monoxide detector issues, which are particularly concerning for resident safety. The building's most recent comprehensive inspection in 2024 revealed specific violations related to safety system maintenance and documentation requirements.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 3 |
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Year built | 2002 |
Total area | 3540 sq ft |
Floors | 3 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | HEREAFTER ERECTED CLASS A |

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