2386 Grand Avenue, Bronx, NY 10468

The five-story, 21-unit apartment building at 2386 Grand Avenue in University Heights, built in 1916 and currently owned by Mark Eisenstein, has experienced significant maintenance issues over the past several years. Most notably, there has been a recurring pattern of heating and hot water problems throughout the building, with multiple emergency complaints between December 2024 and January 2025 regarding inadequate heating systems. In December 2024, violations were issued for mold (less than 10 sq ft) in Apartment 3E's west wall, and various stairwell maintenance issues were documented requiring repairs to peeling/chipping paint throughout the fourth-story public staircase.

The building has documented rodent activity in recent inspections, with rat presence noted in July 2025, May 2025, and past compliance checks. Bedbug reports show one infested unit in 2022 (1E) and consistent monitoring since then, though recent filings from 2023-2025 indicate no current infestations. The property has also faced plumbing and maintenance challenges, including toilet issues and unsanitary conditions related to garbage storage, with several recent complaints in 2025 that HPD was unable to inspect fully.

Historical data from 2018 shows a complaint about illegal conversion, though this was found to have no warrant for violation. Despite these concerns, some violations have been addressed, including a December 2023 repair of self-closing doors at the vestibule. The building's maintenance record reveals ongoing challenges with basic services and quality of living conditions, particularly regarding heating systems, pest control, and general maintenance. Multiple HPD inspections have occurred in response to various complaints, with some violations being temporarily addressed while new issues continue to arise.