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642 East 233rd Street, Bronx, NY 10466

4
DOB Complaints
178
311 Housing Calls
95
Housing Violations
1
Permits

Risk Assessment

29
High Risk

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in NYC with significant maintenance issues.

Our AI predicts there is a 29% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 642 East 233rd Street

642 East 233rd Street is a 5-story, 69-unit residential building constructed in 1929, currently owned by Steven Finkelstein. The property has experienced numerous maintenance issues in recent months, with multiple 311 service requests in 2025 indicating problems with unsanitary conditions, including garbage storage and pest infestations. There are also several open housing maintenance complaints as of June 2025 related to water leaks, paint/plaster issues, and window problems.

The building has multiple open violations from inspections in September 2024, including defective intercom systems in apartments 3D and 4C, and various safety concerns such as a broken fire escape ladder and self-closing door issues. Plumbing concerns have been particularly significant, with emergency complaints in 2025 and a current active violation related to plumbing permit revocation. The building has a documented history of rodent activity, with recent inspections in 2024 and 2025 showing rat activity, continuing a pattern observed since at least 2020.

While there have been no confirmed bedbug infestations in recent years, the building has experienced recurring issues with waste management and building maintenance. Multiple violations have been issued for various safety and maintenance issues, including broken fire escape components and improper waste collection procedures. The property's maintenance record shows a mix of resolved and ongoing issues, with particular attention needed to address the multiple open violations and recent service requests regarding building conditions.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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642 East 233rd Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Wakefield.

Building Characteristics

Total units 69
Year built 1929
Total area 68545 sq ft
Floors 5
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

4
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
95
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
178
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
2
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
13
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
15
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
1
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 640 East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466
  • 642 East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466
  • 644a East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466
  • 646 East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466
  • 648 East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466
  • 650a East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466
  • 650b East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466
  • 652 East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466
  • 654 East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466
  • 656a East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466
  • 640 East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466
  • 642 East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466
  • 644a East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466
  • 646 East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466
  • 648 East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466
  • 650a East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466
  • 650b East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466
  • 652 East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466
  • 654 East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466
  • 656a East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466
  • 640 East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466
  • 642 East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466
  • 644a East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466
  • 646 East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466
  • 648 East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466
  • 650a East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466
  • 650b East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466
  • 652 East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466
  • 654 East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466
  • 656a East 233rd St, New York, NY 10466

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642 East 233rd Street 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

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642 East 233rd Street Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Registered
Tax Abatement
Tax abatement found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 >6 units Registered Found

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Housing Maintenance Code Complaints

This table shows complaints to 311 related to potential NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) for 642 East 233rd Street. 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
2025-03-272025-06-27Plumbing-Basin/sinkEmergencyCLOSE
2025-04-012025-06-27Unsanitary Condition-PestsNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-04-012025-06-27Paint/plaster-CeilingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-04-012025-06-27Paint/plaster-WallNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-04-012025-06-27Flooring/stairs-FloorNon EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 642 East 233rd Street. 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
2024-09-11BOpenNoneNone§ 67 M/D LAW POST A PRINTED SCALE FLOOR PLAN SHOWING MEANS OF EGRESS, AT PUBLIC HALL , 1st STORYNone
2024-09-11BOpenNone3D§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE INTERCOM/ BELL BUZZER FROM BUILDING ENTRANCE TO TENANT CELL PHONE IN THE FOYER LOCATED AT APT 3D, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WESTNone
2024-09-11BOpenNoneNone§ 27-2005 ADM CODE FIRE ESCAPE DEFECTIVE. REPLACE WITH NEW THE BROKEN, DEFECTIVE AND/OR MISSING 1ST RUNG FROM BOTTOM AT DROP LADDER AT 1ST STACK FROM EAST AT NORTH (FRONT OF BUILDING) AT FIRE ESCAPENone
2024-09-11BOpenNone4C§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE INTERCOM/BELL BUZZER FROM BUILDING ENTRANCE TO CELL PHONE IN THE FOYER LOCATED AT APT 4C, 4th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WESTNone
2024-09-11AOpenNoneNone§ 27-2005 HMC: POST, IN A FORM APPROVED BY THE COMMISSIONER, AND MAINTAIN A NOTICE IN A COMMON AREA OF THE BUILDING REGARDING THE PROCEDURES THAT SHOULD BE FOLLOWED WHEN A GAS LEAK IS SUSPECTED AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORYNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 642 East 233rd Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-06-06 07:33UNSANITARY CONDITIONGARBAGE/RECYCLING STORAGEClosedHPD
2025-05-20 13:52UNSANITARY CONDITIONPESTSClosedHPD
2025-05-20 13:52PAINT/PLASTERWALLClosedHPD
2025-05-20 13:52DOOR/WINDOWWINDOW FRAMEClosedHPD
2025-05-20 13:52SAFETYWINDOW GUARD BROKEN/MISSINGClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 642 East 233rd Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
23954902024-07-05CLOSEDPlumbing: Defective/Leaking/Not Maintained2024-09-19Stop Work Order Fully Rescinded (2024-09-19)
23952692024-07-02CLOSEDWork Without Permits Watch List Compliance2024-07-03Compliance Inspection Performed (2024-07-03)
23946652024-06-25CLOSEDWork Without Permits Watch List Compliance2024-06-26Compliance Inspection Performed (2024-06-27)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 642 East 233rd Street.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2024-07-08V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVETHE DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS INTENDS TO REVOKE THE PERMIT AND APPROVALS ISSUED IN CONNECTION TO JOB#X00334164-I1-PL DUE TO SUSPENSION OF THE MASTER PLUMBER LICENSE #2286. ALL PLUMBING WORK IN CONNECTION WITH THIS APPLICATION HAS BEEN ORDERED STOPPPED IMMEDIATELY.
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 642 East 233rd Street. The information includes the date, type, description, and status of each complaint. The data is sourced from DOHMH/311.

DateTypeDescriptionStatus
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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 642 East 233rd Street. 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
2025-02-060002023-11-012024-10-31
2025-02-060002023-11-012024-10-31
2025-02-060002023-11-012024-10-31
2024-01-250002022-11-012023-10-31
2024-01-250002022-11-012023-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 642 East 233rd Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-07-18InitialRat Activity
2024-11-12InitialRat Activity
2024-07-01InitialFailed for Other R
2023-01-19CompliancePassed
2022-10-27InitialFailed for Other R
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HPD Litigation Explanation

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Open DateCase TypeStatusJudgementPenaltyHarassment found
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OATH Cases Explanation

The table below shows the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings cases for 642 East 233rd Street. 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
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ECB Violations

Environmental Control Board violations for 642 East 233rd Street. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2021-03-0435525848R642-654 WHIPPERSNAPPER LLFAILURE TO COMPLY W/THE COMM'S ORDER CONTAINED IN SUMMONS/VIO#35502201Y ISSUED ON 08/25/20 & TO FILE A CERT OF CORRECTION PURSUANT TO 28-201.1 & 1RCNY 102-01. RFAILURE TO PROVIDE UNOBSTRUCTED PASSAGEWAY.RESOLVE0.00.0
2021-02-2339036631Y642-654 WHIPPERSNAPPER LLFOUND ON REAR OF BOILER TUBES LEAKING.RESOLVE0.00.0
2020-10-2635521398K642-654 WHIPPER SNAPPER LFAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE COMMISSIONER'S ORDER CONTAINED IN SUMMONS/VIOLATION#35502201Y ISSUED ON 08/25/20 AND TO FILE A CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION PURSUANT TO 28-201.1 AND 1RCNY 102-01.FAILURE TO PROVIDE UNOBSRESOLVE1280.00.0
2020-08-2535502201Y642-654 WHIPPER SNAPPER LFAILURE TO PROVIDE UNOBSTRUCTED EXIT PASSAGEWAY.NOTDED:OBSERVED AT REAR YARD,PILES OF BRICKS,GARBAGE,DEBRIS AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS IN AND NEXTTO THE FIRE ESCAPES EXIT PASSAGEWAY.REMEDY:REMOVE OBSTRUCTION.RESOLVE1250.00.0
2020-08-2535519852Z642-654 WHIPPER SNAPPER LFAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE COMMISSIONER'S ORDER CONTAINED IN SUMMONS/VIOLATION#39018249Y ISSUED ON 2/25/20 AND TO FILE A CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION PURSUANT TO 28-201.1 AND 1RCNY 102-01.REMEDY:COMPLY WITH COMMISRESOLVE3155.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 642 East 233rd Street. 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
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Vacate Orders Explanation

The table below shows the vacate orders for 642 East 233rd Street. 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
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Work Orders Explanation

The table below shows the work orders for 642 East 233rd Street. The information includes the date created, type, description, and charge. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
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Liens Explanation

The table below shows tax and water liens for 642 East 233rd Street. Information includes tax class, month, water only flag, amount, and cycle. Data is sourced from NYC Department of Finance.

Source: NYC Department of Finance
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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 642 East 233rd Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 642 East 233rd Street. Data includes filing date, type, and status.

Start DateEnd DateStatusProcedureFloor

Fire Violations

Violations issued by the Fire Department for this property.

Violation NumberDateDescriptionStatus
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Fire Inspections

Fire Department inspection records for this property.

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Fire Certificates

Fire safety certificates for this property.

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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 642 East 233rd Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 642 East 233rd Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 642 East 233rd Street. 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.

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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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