5535 Netherland Avenue, Bronx, NY 10471
The 168-unit, 6-story rental building at 5535 Netherland Avenue in North Riverdale, constructed in 1948 and currently owned by Margaret Brunn, has experienced several recurring maintenance challenges in recent years. Most notably, there is an active rodent issue, with inspections in 2025 showing rat activity, following similar findings in 2024 and 2020.
The building has experienced multiple access-related inspection failures in 2025, with multiple complaints regarding wall paint/plaster conditions and plumbing issues, particularly sinks/basins, where inspectors were unable to gain entry to conduct proper evaluations. Violations remain open for significant issues in apartments 3G and 6C, including roach infestation, painting requirements, gas supply problems, and various maintenance concerns from 2024 inspections. Recent infrastructure concerns include two active complaints regarding elevator service (as of June 2025) and multiple emergency plumbing violations reported in 2025.
The building has a history of elevator service issues, with multiple complaints dating back to 2018-2020, though previous inspections often found no violations. There are several open violations related to building maintenance, including an active Environmental Control Board violation from 2024 regarding parking structure reporting. The property has maintained a clean record regarding bedbugs, with no infestations reported in the past six years, and has completed various repair work as evidenced by several permits issued between 2020-2022.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 168 |
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Year built | 1948 |
Total area | 175726 sq ft |
Floors | 6 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | HEREAFTER ERECTED CLASS A |

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- 550 West 256th St, New York, NY 10471
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