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525 East 138 Street

Bronx, NY 10454BBL 2-02266-0040Map

Owner of record: Louis Reichardt Holdings

525 East 138 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1915 in Bronx, 10454. It has 13 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Louis Reichardt Holdings. HPD has recorded 22 housing violations here, most recently on April 30, 2026. 14 of the 22 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 12 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
22
DOB violations
4
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
71

What to know

Concern
2 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
12
About 92% of the building's 13 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 · 22

  • 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
  • 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
  • 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.

    Mar 16, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 3, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective 11th wood tread from bottom at public hall stairs, 1st story

    Sep 4, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide sufficient, proper and separate metal receptacles for the deposit of garbage, rubbish and other waste material and arrange for collection and disposal of such material.

    Aug 6, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective cracking and warped wood floor under vinyl floor tiles at public hall, 2nd story

    Aug 6, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Oct 28, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Oct 11, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • B

    Provide sufficient, proper and separate metal receptacles for the deposit of garbage, rubbish and other waste material and arrange for collection and disposal of such material.

    Aug 31, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the .... at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 31, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the garbage bag and stagnant water at storage room, 1st story

    Aug 31, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the all pubiic hall

    Jul 25, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide sufficient, proper and separate metal receptacles for the deposit of garbage, rubbish and other waste material and arrange for collection and disposal of such material.

    Jul 25, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Provide place within the building for the storage of waste receptacles and disinfect same regularly.

    Jul 25, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 13, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice at public hall

    Jul 1, 2016

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing knob assembly at vestibule entrance door 1st sty pub hall.

    Jul 11, 1985

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing mortise lock at pub hall entrance door 1st sty pub hall.

    Jul 11, 1985

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    D26-17.10 adm code provide ready access to building's heating system 1st sty pub hall & boiler room door.

    Dec 2, 1983

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors bulkhead door to roof.

    Dec 2, 1983

    Open — Not complied with

DOB building violations · 4

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 9, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 2

  • Class - 2

    15 34b 48a 50ab 50a-major leak from broken waste line flooding bsmt around boiler 50b- excessive improper storage of combustible materials in boiler room repair replace and correct all defects per code file a c

    May 1, 2012 · Penalty $500

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall.defects noted:missing mortar joints @ exposure 1,2,3,4,decorative metal awning @ exposure 1 roof lev el is corroding & bent,brick section @ exposure 3 parapet is leaning

    May 15, 2007 · Penalty $800

    Active

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 4, 2026 · Apt 5RE

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 4, 2026 · Apt 5RE

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 12, 2025 · Apt 2RW

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Feb 4, 2022 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Feb 4, 2022 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jan 25, 2021 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Aug 24, 2020 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 21, 2020 · Apt LOBBY

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Aug 21, 2020 · Apt LOBBY

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Stairs

    Aug 21, 2020 · Apt LOBBY

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jul 31, 2020 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jul 31, 2020 · Apt 4RE

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Jun 27, 2020 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Nov 7, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Sep 26, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Aug 30, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Aug 28, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Aug 28, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Aug 28, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Aug 28, 2018 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jul 19, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jul 19, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jul 19, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jul 19, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jul 19, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jul 19, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jul 19, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jun 29, 2016 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 29, 2016 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 26, 2014 · Apt 3RE

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Feb 26, 2014 · Apt 3RE

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 26, 2014 · Apt 3RE

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Feb 26, 2014 · Apt 3RE

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Feb 26, 2014 · Apt 3RE

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Feb 26, 2014 · Apt 3RE

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Feb 26, 2014 · Apt 3RE

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 7, 2013 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 6, 2012 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Carbon monoxide

    Jul 15, 2011 · Apt 26

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke detector

    Jul 15, 2011 · Apt 26

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Mar 18, 2010 · Apt 5RE

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Jul 14, 2008 · Apt 5RE

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Jul 14, 2008 · Apt 5RE

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jul 14, 2008 · Apt 5RE

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jul 14, 2008 · Apt 5RE

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Jul 14, 2008 · Apt 5RE

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Jun 6, 2008 · Apt 5RE

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Jun 6, 2008 · Apt 5RE

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 6, 2008 · Apt 5RE

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jun 6, 2008 · Apt 5RE

    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
13
Building area
9,190 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
201
Council district
8
Block / lot
2266 / 40
Assessed value
$567,000
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #208332, last renewed Nov 3, 2025.

Questions about 525 East 138 Street

Who owns 525 East 138 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Louis Reichardt Holdings.

Does 525 East 138 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 22 housing violations at this property.

Is 525 East 138 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 12 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 92% of its 13 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 525 East 138 Street built?

City records list 1915 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 525 East 138 Street?

It has 13 residential units and 14 units in total.

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