Building and Landlord Data Analysis Report

539 Van Nest Avenue, Bronx, NY 10460

2
DOB Complaints
58
311 Housing Calls
32
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

83
Low Risk

This building shows minimal signs of maintenance issues based on our analysis.

Our AI predicts there is a 83% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 539 Van Nest Avenue

The 2-story, 6-unit building at 539 Van Nest Avenue, owned by Kevin Hakimian and constructed in 1920, has a documented history of maintenance issues and violations spanning several years. Most recently, in March 2024, multiple complaints were filed regarding an uninspected refrigerator, electrical wiring issues, cabinet paint concerns, and pest problems, though HPD was unable to gain access for inspection in these cases. The building currently has open violations from 2023 and 2024, including failure to file annual bedbug reports and issues with self-closing doors.

The property has experienced recurring maintenance challenges, with multiple emergency complaints between 2022 and 2024 regarding plumbing (including toilet and water supply issues), heat and hot water problems, and cooking gas concerns. The building's recent history shows persistent concerns with building systems, including unanswered complaints about heating systems in October 2023 and multiple low-pressure inspection violations between 2018 and 2023. Earlier violations from 2022-2023 indicate various maintenance needs in Apartment R5, including issues with plaster surfaces, paint, ceramic floor tiles, and door functionality.

The property has undergone multiple rodent inspections, with variable results between 2017 and 2022 showing periods of rat activity and other concerns, though the most recent inspection in December 2022 passed. Historical records from 2018 include a complaint about building shaking, and there was an attempted inspection regarding the certificate of occupancy in 2022, though access was not granted. While some violations have been resolved, there remains a pattern of recurring maintenance issues and open violations that suggest ongoing challenges with building upkeep and system maintenance.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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539 Van Nest AvenueBuilding Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building's risk level is typical for buildings in Van Nest.

Building Characteristics

Total units 6
Year built 1920
Total area 3360 sq ft
Floors 2
Tax Abatements None
Building Class HERETOFORE CONVERTED CLASS A
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Key Building Statistics

2
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
32
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
58
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
1
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
9
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 539 Rear Van Nest Ave, New York, NY 10460
  • 539 Van Nest Ave, New York, NY 10460

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539 Van Nest Avenue Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

Other NYC buildings registered to this landlord.

AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

NYC housing court and civil court records. Name matching only; verify parties are actually the owners by reviewing the case files!

539 Van Nest Avenue Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Not registered
Tax Abatement
None found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 >6 units Not registered None

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Housing Maintenance Code Complaints

This table shows complaints to 311 related to potential NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) for 539 Van Nest Avenue. These complaints are related to conditions such as lack of heat, hot water, mold, pests, and other habitability issues. Class B and C violations are the most serious and may indicate significant problems with building maintenance or safety.

Date ReceivedSttatus DateCategoryTypeStatus
2024-03-042024-03-23Electric-WiringEmergencyCLOSE
2024-03-042024-03-23Appliance-RefrigeratorNon EmergencyCLOSE
2024-03-042024-03-23Paint/plaster-CabinetNon EmergencyCLOSE
2024-03-042024-03-23Unsanitary Condition-PestsNon EmergencyCLOSE
2023-11-292024-02-19Unsanitary Condition-Garbage/recycling StorageNon EmergencyCLOSE

Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 539 Van Nest Avenue. These violations are related to conditions such as lack of heat, hot water, mold, pests, and other habitability issues. Class B and C violations are the most serious and may indicate significant problems with building maintenance or safety.

Inspection DateClassStatusStatus DateApartmentNOV DescriptionCertified Date
2024-04-03AOpenNoneNone(A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPDS WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BED BUGS.None
2024-03-11CCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGES, THE DOOR LEAD FROM STREET TO PUBLIC HALL AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY2024-03-19T00:00:00.000Z
2023-10-19COpenNone2R§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGES IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 2R, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
2023-03-17AOpenNoneNone(A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPDS WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BED BUGS.None
2022-06-26CCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE AT BUILDING ENTRANCE , 1st STORYNone

311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 539 Van Nest Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2024-03-04 22:07APPLIANCEREFRIGERATORClosedHPD
2024-03-04 22:07PAINT/PLASTERCABINETClosedHPD
2024-03-04 22:07UNSANITARY CONDITIONPESTSClosedHPD
2024-03-04 22:07ELECTRICWIRINGClosedHPD
2023-11-29 18:09UNSANITARY CONDITIONGARBAGE/RECYCLING STORAGEClosedHPD

DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 539 Van Nest Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
23324482022-03-04CLOSEDCertificate of Occupancy – None/ILLEGAL/Contrary to CO2022-04-14Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2022-04-14)
22696942018-10-09CLOSEDBuilding Shaking/Vibrating/Struct Stability Affected2018-10-09Complaint Referred To Department Of Transportation (dot) (2018-10-09)

DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 539 Van Nest Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2024-09-23V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2023 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-30V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2020 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-30V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2021 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-20V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2018 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-20V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2019 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION

Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 539 Van Nest Avenue. The information includes the date, type, description, and status of each complaint. The data is sourced from DOHMH/311.

Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 539 Van Nest Avenue. The information includes the file date, infested units, eradicated units, re-infested units, filing start date, and filing end date. The data is sourced from DOHMH. Landlords are required to file these reports; missing data may indicate non-compliance.

File DateInfested UnitsEradicated UnitsRe-infested UnitsFiling Start DateFiling End Date

Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 539 Van Nest Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2022-12-12InitialPassed
2020-07-28BAITBait applied
2020-03-03ComplianceRat Activity
2019-12-16InitialFailed for Other R
2019-11-22ComplianceFailed for Other R

HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 539 Van Nest Avenue. The information includes the open date, case type, status, judgement, penalty and whether harassment was found. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: HPD
Open DateCase TypeStatusJudgementPenaltyHarassment found

OATH Cases Explanation

The table below shows the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings cases for 539 Van Nest Avenue. The information includes the date, agency, respondent, charge, result, penalty, and status. The data is sourced from OATH.

Source: Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH)
DateAgencyRespondentChargeResultPenaltyStatus

ECB Violations

Environmental Control Board violations for 539 Van Nest Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2022-05-1739062284HIYH VAN NEST LLCFAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING IN CODE COMPLIANT MANNER. I OBSERVED THE FRONT DOOR IN APARTMENT NUMBER 1RR STAYS AJAR WHEN CLOSING. I OBSERVED THE TENANT HAD TO MANUALLY PUSH THE DOOR CLOSED, REPAIR AND/OR REPLACRESOLVE0.00.0

Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 539 Van Nest Avenue. The information includes the start date, start violations, discharge date, and status. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
Start DateStart ViolationsDischarge DateStatus

Vacate Orders Explanation

The table below shows the vacate orders for 539 Van Nest Avenue. The information includes the effective date, rescinded date, reason, type, and units. The data is sourced from DOB.

Source: Department of Buildings (DOB)
Effective DateRescinded DateReasonTypeUnits

Work Orders Explanation

The table below shows the work orders for 539 Van Nest Avenue. The information includes the date created, type, description, and charge. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
Date CreatedTypeDescriptionCharge

Liens Explanation

The table below shows tax and water liens for 539 Van Nest Avenue. Information includes tax class, month, water only flag, amount, and cycle. Data is sourced from NYC Department of Finance.

Source: NYC Department of Finance
Tax ClassMonthWater OnlyAmountCycle

Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 539 Van Nest Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 539 Van Nest Avenue. Data includes filing date, type, and status.

Start DateEnd DateStatusProcedureFloor

Fire Violations

Violations issued by the Fire Department for this property.

Violation NumberDateDescriptionStatus

Fire Inspections

Fire Department inspection records for this property.

Fire Certificates

Fire safety certificates for this property.

TypeIssue DateExpiration

Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 539 Van Nest Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 539 Van Nest Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 539 Van Nest Avenue. Data includes violation date, type, and status.

DateTypeStatus

Planning Projects

City Planning (ZAP) project applications for this building. Data includes project ID, status, borough, and lot/block information.

Project IDStatusBoroughBlockLot
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Building Permits

Department of Buildings issued building permits for this property. This includes permits for construction, alteration, and demolition work. Data includes permit type, job number, status, and issue date.

Permit TypeJob NumberStatusIssue Date

Electrical Permits

Department of Buildings issued electrical permits for this property. This includes permits for electrical work, installations, and modifications. Data includes permit type, job number, status, and issue date.

Permit TypeJob NumberStatusIssue Date

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