2389 Morris Avenue, Bronx, NY 10468

The 29-unit, 5-story building at 2389 Morris Avenue in Fordham, owned by Rubin Pikus, was constructed in 1923 as a New Law Tenement. The property has experienced recurring infrastructure and maintenance issues, particularly in the last two years. In 2025, there are ongoing concerns with food establishment odors (June 2025) and a history of rodent activity, though recent inspections in 2025 have shown compliance.

During 2024-2025, the building faced multiple heat/hot water issues affecting the entire building, plumbing problems, and various water leak incidents. Notably, Apartment A6 underwent significant remediation in 2024, addressing multiple violations including pest infestations, bathroom mold, plumbing issues, and the need for repairs to smoke detectors and carbon monoxide devices. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of multiple emergency complaints between 2024 and 2025, with several instances where inspectors were unable to gain access for verification.

Earlier records from 2018 revealed electrical wiring concerns that resulted in ECB violations and penalties, though these were resolved by late 2018. The property has maintained a consistent record of bedbug-free status in recent years, with the last known infestation occurring in 2020. Recent rodent inspections in 2024-2025 have generally shown compliance, though there have been some initial failures noted in the past. While the building has experienced various maintenance challenges, recent compliance inspections suggest that management is addressing most urgent issues as they arise, though some historical problems appear to have required multiple follow-up interventions before resolution.