1141 Elder Avenue, Bronx, NY 10472

The 48-unit, 5-story tenement building at 1141 Elder Avenue in Soundview, owned by Mnachem Augnstein, has experienced several concerning maintenance issues over the past two years. Most recently, from June 2025, there have been multiple complaints including electrical problems (outlets/switches), unsanitary conditions (pests and sewage), cabinet issues, and flooring problems - all of which HPD inspectors were unable to access the premises to verify during their inspection attempts. Earlier in 2025, there were emergencies related to plumbing (basin/sink) and lighting issues, though one refrigerator complaint from April 2025 was resolved without any housing law violations being found.

The building's violation history reveals some persistent issues requiring attention. In December 2024, violations were found in apartments C1 and D6 involving mold, water leaks, cabinet repairs, and rodent infestation, though these were subsequently certified as corrected. The property has demonstrated ongoing rodent management challenges, with multiple rodent activity inspections recorded between 2023 and 2025, though most recently passing a compliance inspection in June 2025.

The building also has a recent active Department of Buildings violation from April 2021 regarding failure to display energy efficiency scores and grades. Historical records show the property underwent multiple enforcement actions in 2018 related to gas line installations and various work permit violations, which were ultimately resolved. However, there was also a 2022 violation regarding obstructed fire escape egress that required attention and was resolved.