238 West 238th Street, Bronx, NY 10463

238 West 238th Street is a 5-story, 27-unit residential building constructed in 1917, currently owned by Emile Sayegh. The property has faced persistent heating issues in 2025, with multiple HPD complaints about building-wide heat and hot water problems, particularly during March-April 2025, though most were resolved within a few days. The building has a documented history of maintenance challenges, including several emergency violations related to heat and hot water systems, particularly in 2022 and 2020.

Security and safety concerns have been noted, with violations regarding entrance door locks, fire escape access, and self-closing doors primarily affecting apartments 6, 20, and 26 between 2018 and 2022. Recent inspections and filings show ongoing concerns with building maintenance and regulatory compliance. In 2023, there were violations regarding an unauthorized commercial operation and an unpermitted extension on the property, though these issues were subsequently addressed.

The building has experienced periodic pest control challenges, with documented bedbug infestations spanning from 2019 to 2024, though the most recent report from December 2024 shows no active infestations. Rodent inspections show inconsistent results, with rat activity reported in April 2023 and December 2024, though previous inspections generally passed. The property has undergone several renovations and repairs over the years, as evidenced by multiple permit filings, with the most recent electrical and plumbing permits issued in 2020 showing active status.