104 East 196th Street, Bronx, NY 10468

The 5-story, 23-unit tenement building at 104 East 196th Street in Fordham, built in 1922 and owned by Efrata Realty Inc, has experienced recurring maintenance challenges in recent years. Most notably, between 2024 and 2025, there were multiple incidents involving water-related issues, including both heavy and slow leaks, as well as persistent pest problems resulting in violations for both rats and roaches, particularly affecting apartments 3B and 3C.

The building has also faced maintenance issues related to ceilings, including paint/plaster problems, and other general maintenance concerns that have required HPD intervention and resulted in violations. In 2024, multiple serious violations were documented in apartment 3C, including mold in the bathroom, pest infestations, and various broken fixtures and appliances, while apartment 3B was noted for plumbing and electrical issues.

The building's exterior has documented structural concerns, with active ECB violations from 2022 related to masonry cracks and parapet wall separation, though these dates suggest the situation has been developing over time. While there have been several rodent inspections showing passing results in 2023-2024, records from 2021-2022 indicate periods of rat activity requiring bait application. The property has also been proactive in its bedbug management, with recent reports showing no infestations for the 2023-2024 period.