1349 Stratford Avenue, Bronx, NY 10472

1349 Stratford Avenue is a 6-story, 72-unit residential building constructed in 1929 and currently owned by Jose Martinez. The building has experienced numerous maintenance and safety issues over the past two years, with the most recent concerns emerging in 2025 including problems with the intercom system, fire escape safety, and appliance functionality. Between April and June 2025, multiple heat and hot water complaints were filed, indicating possible systemic issues with building amenities.

A significant number of violations were documented in 2024, particularly regarding elevator service (multiple complaints about single-device operation), heating system maintenance, and various apartment-specific issues including radiator problems, mold, and insect infestations. The building's facade and fire escape conditions have drawn particular attention, with multiple DOB violations noting unsafe fire escapes and facade maintenance concerns. The property has active ECB violations from 2023-2024 related to elevator service, boiler operations, and safety concerns, with several penalty amounts indicated.

Despite these challenges, the building has maintained a consistent record of addressing bedbug issues, with no reported infestations since 2019. Rat activity has been an ongoing concern, with multiple rodent inspections showing evidence of infestation between 2018 and 2024. The building has undergone some renovations, as evidenced by permit records from 2019, though the frequency and nature of complaints suggest ongoing maintenance challenges. Recent summer 2025 complaints regarding basic building systems and safety features point to continued infrastructure and maintenance issues, with HPD inspections resulting in violations that require correction by the property owner.