83 West 188th Street, Bronx, NY 10468
The 5-story, 39-unit New Law Tenement building at 83 West 188th Street in Kingsbridge, owned by David Diamond, has experienced a series of concerning maintenance issues in recent months. As of July 2025, there are multiple open violations from 2024-2023 including safety concerns such as broken window guards, pest infestations (notably roaches in Apartment 5B), and various apartment-specific issues in Units 1A, 5B, and 2F related to door functionality, fire safety equipment, plumbing fixtures, and ceiling conditions.
Between April and May 2025, the building has generated numerous complaints including reports of pest problems, safety hazards, heat/hot water issues, and various maintenance concerns, with some complaints resulting in violations being issued. The building has also faced ongoing rodent issues, with multiple inspections indicating rat activity between 2022 and 2024, though most recent compliance inspections have shown improvement.
In terms of recent construction and maintenance activity, there are open building permits from 2022-2023 for exterior work, and the property has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations in recent years, with no reported cases in available filings from 2019 to present. The building's history reveals persistent maintenance challenges, particularly in addressing violations and responding to tenant complaints, though some recent inspections indicate improvements in compliance with rodent control requirements.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 39 |
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Year built | 1922 |
Total area | 28745 sq ft |
Floors | 5 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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- 2471 Aqueduct Avenue West, New York, NY 10468
- 83 West 188th St, New York, NY 10468
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