53 Bay 13th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11214

The two-story, three-unit residential building at 53 Bay 13th Street in Bath Beach, owned by Mimoza Qoku, has experienced several significant maintenance issues since 2020. Most notably, in May 2020, there were serious problems in the 2F apartment including a lack of hot water, and infestations of mice and roaches, along with mold in the bathroom. These issues, along with a heat/hot water complaint, led to multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations which were eventually closed.

In the years following, from 2021 through 2024, the building was consistently cited for failure to file annual bedbug reports as required by HPD regulations, though no actual bedbug infestations were recorded in the reports during this period. The property has shown some improvement in recent years, with the most recent bedbug reports from April 2024 indicating no infested units or eradicated units. An April 2024 violation inspection was conducted, though the specific findings are not detailed in the available data.

Earlier violations from 2020, including issues with self-closing doors and various maintenance concerns, have been resolved. A historical rodent inspection from 2010 showed passing results. The building, constructed in 1899, has maintained its classification as a "Heretofore Converted Class A" dwelling, suggesting it has undergone some form of conversion from its original design. While the property has had its share of maintenance challenges, recent records indicate no active infestations or violations, though potential tenants should be aware of the building's history with pests and heating issues.