2305 Grand Avenue, Bronx, NY 10468

2305 Grand Avenue is a 5-story, 52-unit residential building constructed in 1923 located in the University Heights neighborhood, currently owned by Matthew Schmelzer. The building has recently experienced several significant maintenance issues, particularly in 2024, with multiple complaints regarding paint/plaster problems on walls and ceilings, and flooring issues. Most concerning were reports of mold and water leaks in May 2024 that resulted in violations being issued for apartments 1I and 2I.

In September 2023, violations were recorded related to a missing smoke detector in apartment 3D. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of recurring issues, with multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations and complaints being filed and closed between 2023-2024, including structural and safety concerns such as a non-GFCI outlet near water in apartment 4C (2024) and various issues with plaster surfaces and floor tiles. The property has a record of regular rodent inspections, passing most inspections from 2021 to 2025, though there were two failed inspections in late 2023. The building's elevator service was reportedly problematic in 2019, according to a complaint that could not be fully investigated.

Importantly, there have been no recorded bedbug infestations in the building since 2020, with the most recent reports showing zero infested or re-infested units. The Department of Buildings has issued several permits for work at the property between 2019-2021, including multiple elevator-related jobs, though specific details of the work performed under these permits are not included in the provided data. The building's recent inspection history shows a mix of compliance and violations, with most issues being addressed and certified as corrected, though this typically requires multiple complaints and inspections to arrive at resolution. The property owner has been responsive to violations when issued, with most being certified as corrected within a reasonable timeframe, though there have been multiple instances where Housing Preservation and Development was unable to gain access for inspections, leading to closed complaints with unresolved conditions.