450 City Island Avenue, Bronx, NY 10464
450 City Island Avenue is a three-story, six-unit New Law tenement building constructed in 1928 and currently owned by Katty Alafea. The building has experienced recurring issues with heat and hot water, evidenced by multiple complaints in 2023 and 2025, including two emergency complaints in March 2025 that were reportedly resolved.
There have been several health and safety concerns, particularly in apartment 2A, including open violations for rodent infestations (mice and roaches), a broken window sash, and unresolved mold conditions noted in July 2023. The building has a documented history of water-related issues, including slow leaks and interior damage, with various maintenance complaints regarding mold, water damage, and ceiling problems. Recent inspections show mixed results, with the property passing rodent inspections in 2023 and 2024, but failing an initial inspection in June 2024.
The building currently has an open violation from September 2024 regarding the failure to file the 2023 external low-pressure inspection. While there have been regular bedbug reports filed between 2019 and 2021 showing no infestations, the most recent report from March 2025 indicates an open violation regarding bedbug reporting requirements. The property has experienced various maintenance issues over the past few years, including appliance problems, unsanitary conditions, and pest control challenges, with many complaints requiring intervention from the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) and the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH).
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 6 |
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Year built | 1928 |
Total area | 4650 sq ft |
Floors | 3 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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