533 West 232nd Street, Bronx, NY 10463

The 7-unit, 3-story building at 533 West 232nd Street in Kingsbridge, owned by Robert Leffler, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, in June 2025, the property has reported multiple sanitation concerns including mold, pests (resulting in violations), and water leaks, as well as various maintenance issues involving doors, windows, walls, and flooring. The building's maintenance history shows a concerning pattern of violations and complaints, particularly regarding an illegal basement conversion.

In 2023, violations were documented for an unauthorized sixth family unit in the basement with kitchen and bathroom facilities, and inspections noted various safety concerns including exposed wires and ventilation issues in the boiler room. The property has also had multiple emergency maintenance issues in 2025 requiring immediate attention. The building's documented history shows some attention to safety requirements, with violations previously recorded for missing smoke detector notices and gas leak procedures in 2019, though these were subsequently addressed.

Monthly bedbug reporting from 2020 through 2025 indicates no infestations have occurred during this period. The property has maintained compliance with rodent inspections, passing all inspections conducted between 2011 and 2017. While some violations have been resolved, there are currently active violations related to external low-pressure inspection requirements. The building's maintenance record underscores ongoing challenges with both routine maintenance and regulatory compliance, particularly regarding unauthorized modifications and their associated safety implications.