1149 Ward Avenue, Bronx, NY 10472

The two-family property at 1149 Ward Avenue in Soundview, owned by Chaim Eisdorfer and built in 1940, has experienced several concerning issues in recent years. Most notably, in January 2025, the building faced multiple complaints requiring HPD intervention, including reports of mold, smoke detector concerns, and window/frame issues, though inspections did not result in any housing violations.

The building has a documented history of rodent-related issues, with three complaints between 2019 and 2024 specifically noting conditions attracting rodents, and in August 2024, a rat sighting complaint was filed though inspectors were unable to access the property. Earlier rodent complaints from 2020 and 2021 had resulted in identified violations requiring follow-up inspections.

The building's maintenance record shows some structural and safety concerns, including a 2023 inspection related to an inadequate fence and a permit issue that resulted in a stop work order, though this was fully rescinded by November 2023. On a positive note, the property has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations, with reports filed in both December 2024 and May 2024 showing zero cases of infestation, eradication, or re-infestation in any dwelling units during the respective reporting periods. While the recent complaints were addressed and closed without violations, the pattern of rodent-related issues and recent safety concerns warrants attention to building maintenance practices.