414 East 204th Street, Bronx, NY 10467

414 East 204th Street is a six-story, 54-unit New York City housing development built in 1928 and currently owned by Rafael Espinoza. The building has experienced significant maintenance and safety issues over the past year, with a particular focus on heating and plumbing concerns. In January 2025, multiple heat and hot water complaints were logged and investigated by HPD, resulting in violations that required the property owner to make corrections.

More recently, in May 2025, there were several complaints about doors and plumbing issues, with some inspections being unable to be completed due to access issues. The building also has active violations from late 2024 regarding temperature maintenance, door conditions, and other maintenance issues. Additional concerning developments include ongoing elevator service problems, with multiple complaints logged between 2023 and 2025, most recently in May 2025. The building's elevator system has been a recurring issue, leading to violations and safety concerns.

There are also multiple open Housing Maintenance Code violations from November 2024 related to apartment 1B, including problems with paint conditions, floor tiles, base cabinet, radiator, and various structural elements. Environmental Control Board violations from 2024 indicate maintenance neglect in the boiler room area, while recent rodent inspection records from 2024 show consistent rat activity in and around the building, requiring multiple bait applications. The building's history includes various other maintenance issues, such as problems with window sashes, bathroom fixtures, and various structural elements that have required attention over time. While there have been no reported bedbug infestations in recent years (2020-2025), the building's maintenance history reveals ongoing challenges with basic building systems and infrastructure that require regular attention and oversight.