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271 East 197th Street, Bronx, NY 10458

1
DOB Complaints
133
311 Housing Calls
146
Housing Violations
1
Permits

Risk Assessment

25
High Risk

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in NYC with significant maintenance issues.

Our AI predicts there is a 25% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 271 East 197th Street

The 5-story, 42-unit residential building at 271 East 197th Street in Fordham, owned by Steven Finkelstein, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years. Most concerning are the recent reports in June 2025 of unsanitary conditions involving pests and mold, with HPD unable to complete inspections due to access issues. The building has documented ongoing rodent problems, with multiple inspections showing rat activity between 2022 and 2025, though some inspections resulted in bait being applied.

A pattern of inspection access issues is notable, with multiple complaints in 2025 (regarding windows, doors, and various appliances) showing HPD's inability to conduct inspections. Apartment 4D has been particularly affected by various maintenance issues, including mold, water leaks, and multiple lighting fixture problems, though violations from late 2024 were certified as resolved in early 2025. The building has faced broader compliance challenges, including two DOB violations in 2020 related to failed benchmarking reports (subsequently dismissed), and an active violation from 2022 regarding a technical report that was allegedly not filed. While bedbug reports from 2020-2025 consistently show zero infestations, the building's overall maintenance history suggests ongoing challenges with building systems and pest control.

The property has also been subjected to multiple HPD inspections for various issues, with some violations being categorized as 'Class A' and 'Class B', indicating varying levels of severity. The building's most recent major inspections and service requests show a concerning pattern of accessibility issues for inspectors, particularly regarding the 311 complaints filed in 2025, where multiple HPD inspectors were unable to gain access to conduct necessary inspections. While some violations have been resolved and certified, the frequency of complaints and persistence of certain issues, particularly regarding pest control and inspection access, suggests ongoing challenges with building maintenance and tenant accessibility for necessary inspections. The property has had regular rodent inspections, with most recent bait application occurring in May 2025, though earlier rodent inspection results had shown persistent rat activity.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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271 East 197th Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Fordham.

Building Characteristics

Total units 42
Year built 1921
Total area 42500 sq ft
Floors 5
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

1
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
146
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
133
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
4
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
11
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
17
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
1
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 2825 Bainbridge Ave, New York, NY 10458
  • 271 East 197th St, New York, NY 10458

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271 East 197th Street Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

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AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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271 East 197th Street Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Registered
Tax Abatement
Tax abatement found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 >6 units Registered Found

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Housing Maintenance Code Complaints

This table shows complaints to 311 related to potential NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) for 271 East 197th Street. These complaints are related to conditions such as lack of heat, hot water, mold, pests, and other habitability issues. Class B and C violations are the most serious and may indicate significant problems with building maintenance or safety.

Date ReceivedSttatus DateCategoryTypeStatus
2025-06-032025-06-09Unsanitary Condition-MoldEmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-032025-06-09Unsanitary Condition-PestsNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-04-152025-05-09Door/window-Window PaneEmergencyCLOSE
2025-01-312025-02-10Appliance-Electric/gas RangeNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-01-312025-02-10Door/window-DoorEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 271 East 197th Street. These violations are related to conditions such as lack of heat, hot water, mold, pests, and other habitability issues. Class B and C violations are the most serious and may indicate significant problems with building maintenance or safety.

Inspection DateClassStatusStatus DateApartmentNOV DescriptionCertified Date
2024-11-20ACloseNone4D§ 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT ALL PEELING PAINT SURFACES IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 4D, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH , SECTION ''EAST''2025-02-24T00:00:00.000Z
2024-11-20ACloseNoneNone§ 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT AT CEILING AND SOUTH WALL AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY, SECTION ''WEST''None
2024-11-20ACloseNone4D§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LIGHT FIXTURE AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 4D, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH , SECTION ''EAST''2025-02-24T00:00:00.000Z
2024-11-20BCloseNone4D§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LIGHT FIXTURE AT CEILING IN THE FOYER LOCATED AT APT 4D, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH , SECTION ''EAST''2025-01-08T00:00:00.000Z
2024-11-20BCloseNone4D§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING, EAST WALL, WEST WALL AND NORTH WALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 4D, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH , SECTION ''EAST''2025-01-08T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 271 East 197th Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-06-03 11:41UNSANITARY CONDITIONPESTSClosedHPD
2025-06-03 11:41UNSANITARY CONDITIONMOLDClosedHPD
2025-04-15 16:24DOOR/WINDOWWINDOW PANEClosedHPD
2025-01-31 03:48PAINT/PLASTERWALLClosedHPD
2025-01-31 03:48DOOR/WINDOWDOORClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 271 East 197th Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
22858182019-07-26CLOSEDIllegal Conversion2019-09-26No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2019-09-26)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 271 East 197th Street.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2022-12-15V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEFAILED TO FILE CYCLE 1 TECHNICAL REPORT BY 12/31/2018 PER RCNY 103-09
2020-08-03V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO FILE BENCHMARKING REPORT OF ENERGY USE AS PER AD. CODE SEC. 28-309.4CONFIRMED SUBMISSION2020-11-18
2020-05-03V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO FILE BENCHMARKING REPORT OF ENERGY USE AS PER AD. CODE SEC. 28-309.4CONFIRMED SUBMISSION2020-11-18
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 271 East 197th Street. The information includes the date, type, description, and status of each complaint. The data is sourced from DOHMH/311.

DateTypeDescriptionStatus
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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 271 East 197th Street. The information includes the file date, infested units, eradicated units, re-infested units, filing start date, and filing end date. The data is sourced from DOHMH. Landlords are required to file these reports; missing data may indicate non-compliance.

File DateInfested UnitsEradicated UnitsRe-infested UnitsFiling Start DateFiling End Date
2025-02-060002023-11-012024-10-31
2024-01-250002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-01-230002021-11-012022-10-31
2021-12-080002020-11-012021-10-31
2020-12-160002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 271 East 197th Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-05-23BAITBait applied
2024-12-23ComplianceRat Activity
2024-10-25InitialRat Activity
2024-08-27ComplianceRat Activity
2024-04-25InitialRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 271 East 197th Street. The information includes the open date, case type, status, judgement, penalty and whether harassment was found. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: HPD
Open DateCase TypeStatusJudgementPenaltyHarassment found
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OATH Cases Explanation

The table below shows the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings cases for 271 East 197th Street. The information includes the date, agency, respondent, charge, result, penalty, and status. The data is sourced from OATH.

Source: Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH)
DateAgencyRespondentChargeResultPenaltyStatus
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ECB Violations

Environmental Control Board violations for 271 East 197th Street. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 271 East 197th Street. The information includes the start date, start violations, discharge date, and status. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
Start DateStart ViolationsDischarge DateStatus
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Vacate Orders Explanation

The table below shows the vacate orders for 271 East 197th Street. The information includes the effective date, rescinded date, reason, type, and units. The data is sourced from DOB.

Source: Department of Buildings (DOB)
Effective DateRescinded DateReasonTypeUnits
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Work Orders Explanation

The table below shows the work orders for 271 East 197th Street. The information includes the date created, type, description, and charge. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
Date CreatedTypeDescriptionCharge
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Liens Explanation

The table below shows tax and water liens for 271 East 197th Street. Information includes tax class, month, water only flag, amount, and cycle. Data is sourced from NYC Department of Finance.

Source: NYC Department of Finance
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Sales Records

Sales transactions for 271 East 197th Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 271 East 197th Street. Data includes filing date, type, and status.

Start DateEnd DateStatusProcedureFloor

Fire Violations

Violations issued by the Fire Department for this property.

Violation NumberDateDescriptionStatus
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Fire Inspections

Fire Department inspection records for this property.

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Fire Certificates

Fire safety certificates for this property.

TypeIssue DateExpiration
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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 271 East 197th Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 271 East 197th Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 271 East 197th Street. Data includes violation date, type, and status.

DateTypeStatus

Planning Projects

City Planning (ZAP) project applications for this building. Data includes project ID, status, borough, and lot/block information.

Project IDStatusBoroughBlockLot
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Building Permits

Department of Buildings issued building permits for this property. This includes permits for construction, alteration, and demolition work. Data includes permit type, job number, status, and issue date.

Permit TypeJob NumberStatusIssue Date

Electrical Permits

Department of Buildings issued electrical permits for this property. This includes permits for electrical work, installations, and modifications. Data includes permit type, job number, status, and issue date.

Permit TypeJob NumberStatusIssue Date

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