497 East 138 Street
Bronx, NY 10454BBL 2-02283-0061Map
Owner of record: 497 East 138 Street Realty, LLC
497 East 138 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Bronx, 10454. It has 8 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 497 East 138 Street Realty, LLC. HPD has recorded 37 housing violations here, most recently on April 30, 2026. 7 of the 37 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 8 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 37
- DOB violations
- 9
- ECB violations
- 8
- HPD complaints
- 89
What to know
No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
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.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 37
- ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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.
Jun 5, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling at 1st public hall bulkhead from north, 5th story
Aug 9, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarded material at ceiling at 1st public hall bulkhead from north, 5th story
Aug 9, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at 1st public hall bulkhead from north, 5th story
Aug 9, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling at public hall, 5th story
Aug 9, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardent material at ceiling at public hall, 5th story
Aug 9, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 5th story
Aug 9, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide approved wire mesh under skylight at 1st public hall bulkhead from north, 5th story
Aug 9, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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
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- IInformation / order
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 - ANon-hazardous
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.
Feb 17, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 - IInformation / order
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.
Apr 2, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 - IInformation / order
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 - IInformation / order
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 - BHazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wires at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 11, 2016 · Apt 3W
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
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 = 0; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 2; guard improperly installed at exterior window frame and 1 a/c unit installed at window not secured in the entire apartment located at apt 3w, 3rd story, apartment at west
May 3, 2016 · Apt 3W
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective lock at entrance door to building , 1st story
Dec 31, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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 = 2; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 3; stops located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 18, 2015 · Apt 3W
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) north wall in the 4th room from north located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 18, 2015 · Apt 3W
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) east wall in the private hallway located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 18, 2015 · Apt 3W
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) south wall, west wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 18, 2015 · Apt 3W
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ... south wall, east wall, ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 18, 2015 · Apt 3W
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ... east wall, ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 18, 2015 · Apt 3W
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of mice located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 18, 2015 · Apt 3W
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 18, 2015 · Apt 3W
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the kitchen , the 5th room from north, the 6th room from north, the bathroom located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 18, 2015 · Apt 3W
Closed — Violation closed - IInformation / order
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 2, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
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 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 28, 2015 · Apt 5W
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures (plumbing fixtures) in the entire apartment located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 28, 2015 · Apt 5W
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
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 3e, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jan 28, 2015 · Apt 3E
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 19, 2014 · Apt 5W
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 19, 2014 · Apt 5W
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 19, 2014 · Apt 5W
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 19, 2014 · Apt 5W
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 9
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report
Nov 8, 2019
Dob violation - active - Plumbing none
The dob intends to revoke all approvals and permits under plumbing laa #220274682 due to suspension of master plumbers license. stop all plumbing work under above mentioned permit and obtain a new master plumber to supersede the plumbing permit
Dec 12, 2018
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 7, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 16, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jun 9, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 17, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 8
- Class - 1
Demolition work without required demolition permit.noted:observed at the first floor(commercial space)the removal of kitchen equipments thatinclude plumbing electrical,gas work.also observed was the part remova
May 24, 2023 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Barb/razor wire on chain-link fence, located on the rear yard, new corrective summon issued.; fc 316.3, comply with code; removal of barb/razor wire from chain-link fence, that located on the rear yard.
Apr 8, 2020 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Observed an enclosure of chain-link fence, creating an egress obstruction and/or blocking an emergency exits from the fire escape attached to the building, and located on the rear side of the building., remove
Apr 4, 2020 · Penalty $312
Resolve - Class - 3
Observed an enclosure of chain-link fence, approx. eight feet in height, located on the rear yard, without permit, conform fence to height requirement; obtained permit for chain-link fence, located on the rear
Apr 4, 2020
Resolve - Class - 2
Observed an enclosure of chain-link fence, with barb-wire and/or razor wire installed above the fence, within residential dist., discontinue illegal use; remove barb-wire and/or razor wire installed above the f
Apr 4, 2020
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code-complaint manner. 1- no floor numbering on each floor. remedy: install floor numbering as per code.
Dec 30, 2010
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order to file a c/c w/the dob. noted: respondent failed to comply w/the commissioner's order to correct the violating conditions & file a c/c pursuant to 28-204.2 for nov
Aug 6, 2010 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.defect noted:@ bulkhead to roof guardrail loose & not properly secured.also observed cracks on some threads btwn 3rd & 4th fl.rem-repair &/or replace stairs gua
Mar 8, 2010 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jan 13, 2026 · Apt 4W
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jan 13, 2026 · Apt 4W
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jan 13, 2026 · Apt 4W
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Jul 6, 2024 · Apt 5W
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 6, 2024 · Apt 5W
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Jul 6, 2024 · Apt 5W
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Jul 6, 2024 · Apt 5W
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Dec 31, 2020 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Aug 29, 2018 · Apt 5W
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 29, 2018 · Apt 5W
Close
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- Door/window
Door frame
Jun 13, 2017 · Apt 5W
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 13, 2017 · Apt 5W
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jun 13, 2017 · Apt 5W
Close - Door/window
Door
Jun 13, 2017 · Apt 5W
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jun 13, 2017 · Apt 5W
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 30, 2017 · Apt 4W
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 10, 2017 · Apt 5W
Close - Door/window
Door
Dec 29, 2016 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 19, 2016 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 19, 2016 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 10, 2015 · Apt 3W
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 10, 2015 · Apt 3W
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 10, 2015 · Apt 3W
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 10, 2015 · Apt 3W
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 31, 2015 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 26, 2015 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 26, 2015 · Apt 5W
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 8, 2014 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Lighting
Feb 13, 2014 · Apt 5W
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 13, 2014 · Apt 5W
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Feb 13, 2014 · Apt 5W
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Feb 13, 2014 · Apt 5W
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Feb 13, 2014 · Apt 5W
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 13, 2014 · Apt 5W
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 13, 2014 · Apt 5W
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 28, 2011 · Apt 5E
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 29, 2010 · Apt 5E
Close - Nonconst
Janitor/super
Dec 17, 2010 · Apt 5E
Close - Electric
Lighting
Dec 17, 2010 · Apt 5E
Close - Nonconst
Rubbish
Dec 17, 2010 · Apt 5E
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Dec 17, 2010 · Apt 5E
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Dec 17, 2010 · Apt 5E
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 12, 2010 · Apt 2E
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 3, 2010 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 1, 2010 · Apt 2A
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 11, 2010 · Apt 5W
Close - General
Ceramic-tile
Aug 13, 2010 · Apt 5W
Close - General
Doors
Aug 13, 2010 · Apt 5W
Close - General
Ceramic-tile
Aug 13, 2010 · Apt 5W
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Aug 13, 2010 · Apt 5W
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C7)
- Year built
- 1931
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 8
- Building area
- 9,370 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,500 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 201
- Council district
- 8
- Block / lot
- 2283 / 61
- Assessed value
- $673,200
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #201194, last renewed Jul 23, 2026.
Questions about 497 East 138 Street
Who owns 497 East 138 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 497 East 138 Street Realty, LLC.
Does 497 East 138 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 37 housing violations at this property.
Is 497 East 138 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 8 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 8 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 497 East 138 Street built?
City records list 1931 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 497 East 138 Street?
It has 8 residential units and 9 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.