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495 East 138 Street

Bronx, NY 10454BBL 2-02283-0062Map

Owner of record: Kala Realty Corp

495 East 138 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Bronx, 10454. It has 10 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Kala Realty Corp. HPD has recorded 119 housing violations here, most recently on April 30, 2026. 6 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 9 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2023.

HPD violations
119
DOB violations
28
ECB violations
6
HPD complaints
286

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

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 2023
9
About 90% of the building's 10 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 · 119

  • 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

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Jun 5, 2025

    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 22, 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.

    Apr 2, 2024

    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 16, 2023

    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

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Feb 17, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    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.

    Apr 2, 2021

    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 28, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • 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
  • 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
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 14, 2016 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door lock at cellar

    Feb 14, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 14, 2016 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 14, 2016 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 = 3; wg to replace = 1; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 5e, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 26, 2014 · Apt 5E

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 = 3; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 26, 2014 · Apt 5W

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 = 3; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 26, 2014 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace with new the broken or defective lower sash window glass, 1st from east at south wall in the 6th room from north located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 26, 2014 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures electrical outlets at east and west walls in the kitchen located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 26, 2014 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 26, 2014 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 = 3; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 26, 2014 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace with new the broken or defective lower sash window glass, 2nd from east at south wall in the 6th room from north located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 26, 2014 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 26, 2014 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 26, 2014 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 26, 2014 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 26, 2014 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wires at ceiling in the 5th room from north located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 26, 2014 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wires at ceiling in the 6th room from north located at apt 3w, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 26, 2014 · Apt 3W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling at cellar

    Aug 26, 2014

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following a minimum of 100 watts incandescent light required; light fixture present. at front areaway

    Aug 3, 2014

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 14, 2012 · Apt 5W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 14, 2012 · Apt 5W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling in the 4th room from north located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 14, 2012 · Apt 5W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electric wires at ceiling in the 4th room from north located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 14, 2012 · Apt 5W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing electric switch cover at south wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 14, 2012 · Apt 5W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of unsecure electric wires at south wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 14, 2012 · Apt 5W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at ceiling at west wall in the 4th room from north located at apt 5w, 5th story, apartment at north

    Oct 26, 2012 · Apt 5W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 5w, 5th story, apartment at north

    Oct 26, 2012 · Apt 5W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of a television and other household articles at public hall, 5th story

    Sep 27, 2012

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes 'househild item' on all stacks at building rear

    Jul 26, 2012

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly secure the loose wood tread, 12th up from bottom at public hall stairs, 5th story

    Jul 26, 2012

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 = 2; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 2; in the entire apartment located at apt 4w, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 26, 2012 · Apt 4W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate .. in the kitchen located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 26, 2012 · Apt 5W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 = 3; in the entire apartment located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 26, 2012 · Apt 5W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of house hold and storage items from 2nd story landings to bulkhead stairs at public hall stairs, 5th story

    Mar 8, 2011

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... and mildew at entire window frame reveals in the bathroom located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 8, 2011 · Apt 5W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling and west wall in the 5th room from north located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 8, 2011 · Apt 5W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling and west wall in the 4th room from north located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 8, 2011 · Apt 5W

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 28

  • Construction other optional

    Building has been observed having special inspector jay kavi removed from application # x01092848-i1due to surrendering of filing privileges. new inspector must supersede previous inspector to prevent revocation of the permit for this job.

    Nov 12, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • 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 #240071060 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 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report

    Mar 3, 2015

    Dob violation - active
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  • 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 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 31, 2005

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 9, 1994

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 17, 1993

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 6

  • Class - 1

    Barb/razor wire on chink-link fence, located on the rear yard, new corrective summon issued.; fc 316.3, comply with code; removal of the barb/razor wire from chain-link fence, that located on rear yard.

    Apr 8, 2020

    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 - 2

    Observed an enclosure of chain-link fence, with barb-wire and/or razor wire installed above the fence, and located on the rear yard, within residential dist., discontinue illegal use; remove the barb-wire and/o

    Apr 4, 2020

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Observed an enclosure of chain-link fence, approx. eight feet in height, without a permit, conform fence to height requirement; obtain a permit and certificate for eight foot fence, located on the rear yard

    Apr 4, 2020

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    As per class 2 ýb265¨ 28.303.7 failure to file a complete boiler inspection report as per dob records. submit a current bo-9 report.

    Sep 17, 2019 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall.defects noted: unkeyed brick,hanging loose electrical bx wires, hanging attached to facade & loose tubular metal poles observed @ exposure 1 ground level above main entran

    Apr 24, 2007 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Mar 15, 2026 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 30, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Janitor/super

    Mar 27, 2023 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 27, 2023 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 26, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 19, 2022 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 19, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 17, 2019 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 2, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 1, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 1, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 31, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 31, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 31, 2019 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 29, 2019 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 27, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 25, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 21, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 21, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 20, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 20, 2019 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 1, 2018 · Apt 1W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 4, 2016 · Apt 5E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 13, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 13, 2016 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jun 6, 2015 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jun 6, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    May 22, 2012 · Apt 4W

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 12, 2011 · Apt 4W

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 14, 2011 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 9, 2011 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Mar 7, 2011 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Mar 7, 2011 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Mar 7, 2011 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Mar 7, 2011 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Mar 7, 2011 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 7, 2011 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 4, 2011 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 4, 2011 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 4, 2011 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 3, 2011 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 4, 2011 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 18, 2010 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 18, 2010 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 17, 2010 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 14, 2010 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 9, 2010 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 2, 2010 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 16, 2010 · Apt 5E

    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
1931
Floors
5
Residential units
10
Building area
9,550 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
201
Council district
8
Block / lot
2283 / 62
Assessed value
$282,600
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #203195, last renewed Oct 29, 2025.

Questions about 495 East 138 Street

Who owns 495 East 138 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Kala Realty Corp.

Does 495 East 138 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 119 housing violations at this property.

Is 495 East 138 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 9 rent-stabilized units here in 2023 (about 90% of its 10 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 495 East 138 Street built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 495 East 138 Street?

It has 10 residential units and 11 units in total.

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