3525 Bainbridge Avenue, Bronx, NY 10467

The 39-unit, 6-story building at 3525 Bainbridge Avenue, owned by Adi Joseph, has experienced persistent maintenance and habitability issues since at least 2019. Most recently, in 2025, there have been multiple heating/hot water complaints, window frame issues, and rodent sightings. A significant cluster of violations was recorded in late 2024, including problems with ceilings, mold, and cabinet issues, particularly in apartment 3E, which had multiple housing maintenance code violations relating to various repairs needed.

The building has a concerning history of heat and hot water problems, with multiple emergency complaints between November and December 2024 when temperatures typically require consistent heating. The property has faced structural and safety concerns in the past, with several violations in 2019-2020 regarding building walls, including documented bulging bricks and rusted steel lintels. Historical complaints show a pattern of issues related to gas piping, electrical wiring, and illegal conversions between 2019-2020, though many of these were ultimately dismissed or resolved.

More recent inspections in 2025 have shown continued rat activity, though the building has maintained a record of no bedbug infestations reported in recent years. While some violations from 2020 remain in the system as "active" or "open," particularly regarding building walls and pressure inspection filings, many other past violations have been dismissed or resolved through compliance actions. The building's maintenance history suggests ongoing challenges with basic services and infrastructure, particularly during colder months when heating systems are critical.