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494 East 138 Street

Bronx, NY 10454BBL 2-02265-0003Map

Owner of record: Neighborhood Renewal Housing Development Fund Corp

494 East 138 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1915 in Bronx, 10454. It has 15 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Neighborhood Renewal Housing Development Fund Corp. HPD has recorded 456 housing violations here, most recently on April 30, 2026. 38 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 15 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
456
DOB violations
12
ECB violations
30
HPD complaints
334

What to know

Concern
22 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Apr 30, 2026

Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.

Good
No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
15
About 100% of the building's 15 apartments

Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 456

  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 30, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat from an approved central heating system, or an approved system of gas or electrical heating in good operating condition for the dwelling unit in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 12, 2025 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 10, 2025 · Apt 4A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective connection waste line at sink in the kitchen located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 10, 2025 · Apt 4A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 5c, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 7, 2025 · Apt 5C

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 5c, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 7, 2025 · Apt 5C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective door in the 1st room from north located at apt 5c, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 7, 2025 · Apt 5C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 5c, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 7, 2025 · Apt 5C

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Replace with new the missing door in the 5th room from north located at apt 5c, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 7, 2025 · Apt 5C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective closet door in the private hallway located at apt 5c, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 7, 2025 · Apt 5C

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 1, wg to replace = 0, wg to repair = 0 in the entire apartment located at apt 5c, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Sep 5, 2024 · Apt 5C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electric outlets at north and east walls in the 1st room from north located at apt 5c, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Sep 5, 2024 · Apt 5C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in drain pipe at sink in the bathroom located at apt 5c, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Sep 5, 2024 · Apt 5C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electric outlet at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 5c, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Sep 5, 2024 · Apt 5C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electric outlet at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 5c, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Sep 5, 2024 · Apt 5C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electric outlet at north and west walls in the 4th room from north located at apt 5c, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Sep 5, 2024 · Apt 5C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 5c, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Sep 5, 2024 · Apt 5C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 5c, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Sep 5, 2024 · Apt 5C

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 5c, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Sep 5, 2024 · Apt 5C

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 9, 2024 · Apt 4B

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • A

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective cabinet door at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 9, 2024 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 9, 2024 · Apt 4B

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 9, 2024 · Apt 4B

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 2, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    § 300, 301, 302, m/d law file plans and obtain a certificate of occupancy to legalize the following alteration or restore premises to prior legal condition full class a apartment created with full stubs and sheetrock in the entire apartment located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Sep 6, 2023 · Apt 3C

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    § 300, 301, 302, m/d law file plans and obtain a certificate of occupancy to legalize the following alteration or restore premises to prior legal condition full class a apartment created with studs and sheetrock in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 6, 2023 · Apt 3D

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Sep 6, 2023 · Apt 4B

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    § 300, 301, 302, m/d law file plans and obtain a certificate of occupancy to legalize the following alteration or restore premises to prior legal condition full class a apartment created with studs and sheetrock in the entire apartment located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Sep 6, 2023 · Apt 4B

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    § 300, 301, 302, m/d law file plans and obtain a certificate of occupancy to legalize the following alteration or restore premises to prior legal condition full class a apartment created with studs and sheetrock in the entire apartment located at apt 5c, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Sep 6, 2023 · Apt 5C

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    § 300, 301, 302, m/d law file plans and obtain a certificate of occupancy to legalize the following alteration or restore premises to prior legal condition full class a apartment created with studs and sheetrock in the entire apartment located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 6, 2023 · Apt 5D

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 6, 2023 · Apt 3D

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 6, 2023 · Apt 5B

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 6, 2023 · Apt 5D

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Sep 6, 2023 · Apt 3C

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and west wall in the private hallway located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Sep 6, 2023 · Apt 3C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling and west wall in the private hallway located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Sep 6, 2023 · Apt 3C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective at west wall window balancers at egress window in the 1st room from east located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 22, 2023 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wood door at east wall closet in the entrance located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 22, 2023 · Apt 4D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective at entrance mortise lock in the entrance located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 22, 2023 · Apt 4D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at entrance in the entrance located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 22, 2023 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective at light fixture at ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 22, 2023 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective east wall south window balancer in the 1st room from east located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 22, 2023 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall and south wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 22, 2023 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 22, 2023 · Apt 4D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of aircondition at egress window in the 1st room from east located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 22, 2023 · Apt 4D

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective missing wood door in the 1st room from east located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 22, 2023 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... in the entrance located at apt 5c, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 10, 2023 · Apt 5C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 5c, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 10, 2023 · Apt 5C

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wash basin cabinet in the bathroom located at apt 5c, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 10, 2023 · Apt 5C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wood entrance door in the bathroom located at apt 5c, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 10, 2023 · Apt 5C

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 12

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Dec 11, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Feb 7, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Jan 10, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Feb 3, 2021

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Feb 21, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Feb 21, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 9, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Electric signs none

    Es-electric signs none

    Nov 16, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 17, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 30

  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply and obtain permits for 39097658n, comply with commissioner's order

    Apr 9, 2025 · Penalty $12,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to certify correction for violation number 39097656j, file a certificate of correction

    Apr 9, 2025 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to certify corrections for violation number 39097657l, file a certificate of correction

    Apr 9, 2025 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. noted: at 1st flr common hallway - garbage receptacles observed stored at interior stairs, obstructing clear exit passageway., repair and/or replace

    Oct 19, 2023 · Penalty $3,125

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Contrary to dob/official records observed at time of inspection - kitchen at apt 4a: created & occupied as sleeping quarters with bed consuming 90% of kitchen area directly nest to operable gas stove and tv on

    Oct 19, 2023 · Penalty $12,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. noted: at time of inspection designated windows inside apts were observed obstructed by a/c & household items inside apts 4d & 5a; window unable to open because

    Oct 19, 2023 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    W/o a permit. noted: at 3rd, 4th, & 5th floors - full height partition walls erected to sub-divide & create addl't apts. gas lines installed for 2 addlt's stoves per flr. water & waste lines installed for 2 add

    Oct 19, 2023 · Penalty $12,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Contrary to expired tco 210180631t003 -01 & c-of-o 200753005 which indicate 3rd, 4th, 5th flrs as 2 apts occupied as j2 residential non-profit sleeping accommodations (4 bdrms). at time of inspection each flr w

    Oct 19, 2023 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy in contrary to that allowed by c/o and/or department of building record. an illegal construction, creating a full class a apt. with full bathroom and kitchen increasing occupancy from class "a" apts.

    Sep 6, 2023

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    As per complaint 2308629 found a hot water heater a/o smith to be leaking and in operable correct violation and submit certificate of correction, maintain boiler; replace leaking hot water heater under proper p

    Nov 5, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
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  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio #35325163h issued on 04/11/18 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01.occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c of o or

    Jun 9, 2018 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    An unlawful act. failure to comply with an order of the commissioner. failure to correct and certify summons #35312918y, issued on 2/28/18, for unlawful act. also 35297478r, issued on 11/29/17 for electrical wo

    May 23, 2018 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.no fire stoppingper 712.3;27-345.noted:at cellar level holes in walls and ceiling.rem:provide/maintain fire stopping.

    Apr 11, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.observed on 4/11/2018 at above address no ventilation in gas meter room.also excessivestorage in gas meter room located in the cellar of the building.rem:re

    Apr 11, 2018 · Penalty $312

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.observed on 04/11/2018 at above address fence couplings and jimcaps installed throughout basement.rem:repair and or replace

    Apr 11, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy or building department records.noted:rooms in cellar being used for manufacturing gates,welding,being done.no manufacturing listed on cofo 2007

    Apr 11, 2018 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Illegal use in residential district.noted @cellar level manufacturing being done in back room of gates & painted in the courtyard.rem:discontinue illegal use.

    Apr 11, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts. failure to comply w/ an order of the commissioner. in 12/29/2017, 2 electrical violations was issue to be respondent. the respondent failed to comply w/ nyc. electrical code# 27-3018(b), 240.3. e

    Feb 28, 2018 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide adequate circuit overcurrent protection device per table.observed in electrical panels (ge make) located in the cellar multiple branch circuits(conductors)connected to circuit breakers which

    Nov 29, 2017 · Penalty $4,800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Electrical work without a permit.observed at main electrical disconnect and water main located in the cellar.the new installation of main grounding conducting rod and community grounding bar prior to obtaining

    Nov 29, 2017 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Unapproved,unsafe,unsuitable, electrical equipment,apparatus,devices,materials,appliances or wiring in use. observed throughout basement multiple defective light fixtures receptacles wiring switches and pane

    Nov 29, 2017 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o a permit. noted: installed an air conditioner in the rear of the above premises on dunnage approx 12 feet front the ground w/o a permit said units is over 3 tons. remedy: obtain all required permits.

    Jun 13, 2017

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to ground electrical systems. observed defective ground clamp on water pipe & corroded conductor & terminal leg connected to water ground clamp. the corrosing affects the effectiveness of the bldg groun

    Jun 2, 2017

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.observed on 6/2/17 in bsmt at above address excessive storage in gas meter room.photos taken.rem:repair and/or replace

    Jun 2, 2017 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. defects noted: (1)water damaged to roof light opening edges (2)bulkhead door @ roof level not self closing (3)inoperative emergency lighting @ bulkhead exit do

    May 23, 2016 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner:in kitchen area of 1st flr comm.open & exposed wiring junction box missing covers,masonry conduit ( )exposed wires & exhaust fan illegal work.remedy:repave &/o

    Oct 22, 2011 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Altered building occupied w/o a valid certificate of occupancy.alt #200753005 & co expired jun.22.2004.remedy:obtain a valid c of o.

    Nov 29, 2004 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Having installed an awning(s) w/out a permit installed 1 awning wording latino resturant. remedy:remove illegal work/signage awnings

    Jun 6, 2003 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain(exterior bldg wall)defect noted:facade defective spalling cracked broken,detached limestone masonary w/missing bricks. noted locations:(1) 5th fl west under metal cornie. (2) 3rd fl east win

    Jun 6, 2003 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Having awning signage not limited to the name and address of the establishment. having awning signage w/letters higher than 12 inches. having an illuminated awning sign. having awning signage w/a surface area

    Jun 6, 2003

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 13, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 11, 2025 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 21, 2025 · Apt 5C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 21, 2025 · Apt 5C

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Aug 21, 2025 · Apt 5C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 21, 2025 · Apt 5C

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 21, 2025 · Apt 5C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jul 9, 2025 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 22, 2025 · Apt 5C

    Close
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  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    May 22, 2025 · Apt 5C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 22, 2025 · Apt 5C

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    May 22, 2025 · Apt 5C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 8, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 23, 2024 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 23, 2024 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Aug 28, 2024 · Apt 5C

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Aug 28, 2024 · Apt 5C

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    May 6, 2024 · Apt 5C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 6, 2024 · Apt 5C

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    May 6, 2024 · Apt 5C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 6, 2024 · Apt 5C

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door frame

    May 6, 2024 · Apt 5C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    May 6, 2024 · Apt 5C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    May 3, 2024 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 3, 2024 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    May 3, 2024 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 7, 2024 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 4, 2024 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Feb 12, 2024 · Apt 5C

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Feb 12, 2024 · Apt 5C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Dec 28, 2023 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Dec 28, 2023 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Nov 24, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Nov 24, 2023 · Apt 5C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Nov 24, 2023 · Apt 5C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Nov 20, 2023 · Apt 5C

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Oct 27, 2023 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 27, 2023 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 27, 2023 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Oct 16, 2023 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 16, 2023 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Oct 16, 2023 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Oct 16, 2023 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Oct 16, 2023 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Oct 16, 2023 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 16, 2023 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Aug 23, 2023 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Aug 23, 2023 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 23, 2023 · Apt 5B

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C7)
Year built
1915
Floors
5
Residential units
15
Building area
9,700 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
201
Council district
8
Block / lot
2265 / 3
Assessed value
$717,750
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #213035, last renewed Aug 14, 2025.

Questions about 494 East 138 Street

Who owns 494 East 138 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Neighborhood Renewal Housing Development Fund Corp.

Does 494 East 138 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 456 housing violations at this property.

Is 494 East 138 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 15 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 15 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 494 East 138 Street built?

City records list 1915 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 494 East 138 Street?

It has 15 residential units and 16 units in total.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.