4353 Edson Avenue, Bronx, NY 10466

The two-family house at 4353 Edson Avenue in Wakefield, owned by Agnes Mensah and constructed in 1935, is currently facing significant maintenance challenges, particularly affecting Unit 2 on the second floor. Between October and November 2024, there were multiple heat and hot water complaints (11 in total) that required HPD intervention, though most were resolved promptly with reports of restored service.

More concerning are the open Housing Maintenance Code violations from October 2024, which indicate several serious issues in Unit 2, including pest infestations (roaches and mice), plumbing problems with sink drain connections, and a lack of proper safety equipment such as carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors. The unit has also been cited for having excessively hot water (over 130 degrees) at faucets. The property has a history of drainage issues, as evidenced by multiple complaints and violations regarding improper water retention between 2022 and 2025, with an active Environmental Control Board violation from August 2024 regarding a disconnected gutter leader aiming towards the public walkway, carrying a penalty of $3,125.

Rodent inspections between 2020 and 2023 consistently resulted in failed inspections, indicating an ongoing pest control problem. The building's compliance history shows several instances of access denial during inspections, particularly concerning illegal conversion investigations, though these complaints were ultimately closed. While some recent heat/water issues appear to have been resolved, the persistence of various open violations and the building's age suggest continuing maintenance challenges.