1138 Bushwick Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11221

1138 Bushwick Avenue is a three-story, three-unit residential building constructed in 1910, currently owned by Eli Schwartz. The property has experienced recurring maintenance issues over recent years, with particularly significant problems emerging in 2025. Most notably, there have been multiple emergency complaints regarding mold and water leaks in spring 2025, with some violations issued that required correction.

The building has a concerning history of pest and unsanitary conditions, with multiple complaints about mold and pest infestations documented between 2019 and 2025. In June 2023, violations were issued regarding rodent infestations in Apartment 1, specifically involving both mice and roaches, along with issues related to smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. The building's systems have also shown problems with heat and hot water supply, as evidenced by violations from 2021 in Apartment 2, though some of these issues were subsequently resolved.

The property's external environment has presented challenges, as indicated by multiple "Rat Activity" reports between 2022 and 2024, though a passing inspection in April 2025 suggests recent improvements in rodent control. While there have been occasional issues with building safety systems, including smoke and carbon monoxide detector requirements, violations in these areas appear to have been addressed based on the certification dates provided. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of both pest and mold-related issues persisting over multiple years, suggesting ongoing challenges with moisture control and maintenance response. However, the most recent bedbug reports from 2022-2024 indicate no infestations during those periods, and the property has maintained compliance with rodent inspections for 2025, suggesting some recent improvements in pest management protocols.