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497 East 156 Street

Bronx, NY 10455BBL 2-02364-0022Map

Owner of record: 497 E 156th St Holdings LLC

497 East 156 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1924 in Bronx, 10455. It has 20 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 497 E 156th St Holdings LLC. HPD has recorded 482 housing violations here, most recently on August 29, 2026. 7 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 20 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
482
DOB violations
8
ECB violations
15
HPD complaints
1,302

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Aug 29, 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
20
About 100% of the building's 20 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 · 482

  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 2nd room from north, the bathroom , the private hallway , the 4th room from north, the foyer located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 29, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 29, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 29, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective lower window sash spring balances at 2nd window from south at west in the 2nd room from north located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 29, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • A

    Properly secure the loose electrical outlet at east wall in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 29, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Jun 1, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Jun 1, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches at public hall, 4th story

    Jun 1, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the private hallway located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jun 1, 2026 · Apt 4A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch at vestibule at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 27, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant plaster at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 27, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods fully extended at south wall at rear of building at fire escape

    Apr 24, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective mortise lock and assembly at building entrance door , 1st story

    Feb 25, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch at building entrance door , 1st story

    Feb 25, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door frame at building entrance door from vestibule to public hall at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 9, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the foyer located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at apartment entrance door in the entrance located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing dropladder shoes [ missing screws ]

    Dec 2, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing radiator in the 3rd room from east located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 16, 2025 · Apt 3B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods at south exterior wall at fire escape

    Aug 7, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). (defective) located at apt 4c, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Apr 8, 2025 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector (defective) located at apt 4c, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Apr 8, 2025 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeds the maximum of 130 degrees in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 1, 2025 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of rats and all underlying causes creating the pest infestations, by using integrated pest management (ipm), eliminate all burrow entry and passageways, pest nests, holes, gaps or cracks in walls, ceilings, floors, fixing leaks and managing garbage in public areas. evidence found at ... at cellar

    Apr 1, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard-paint that is xrf tested inconclusive for lead content at 0.5mg/cm2 and is presumed lead paint as set forth in (28 rcny §11-07(b)) and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface-using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) north wall, east wall, 1st window frame from west at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 15, 2024 · Apt 3B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the bathroom , the foyer , the private hallway , the 2nd room from north located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 15, 2024 · Apt 3B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Aug 15, 2024 · Apt 3B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wash/basin cabinet in the bathroom located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 18, 2024 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 18, 2024 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelain enamel at bathtub by way of reglazing in the bathroom located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 18, 2024 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 18, 2024 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceedung 130 degrees in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 25, 2024 · Apt 2B

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 25, 2024 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at north wall at public hall stairs, 2nd story

    Apr 1, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at north wall at public hall stairs, 2nd story

    Apr 1, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardent material at north wall at public hall stairs, 2nd story

    Mar 29, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling and all walls at public hall stairs, 5th story

    Mar 29, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardent material at north wall, east wall, and ceiling at public hall stairs, 5th story

    Mar 29, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ''hinges'' at vestibule door , 1st story

    Mar 29, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ''hinges'' at bulkhead

    Mar 29, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the north wall at public hall stairs, 2nd story

    Mar 29, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling at public hall stairs, 5th story

    Mar 29, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Mar 29, 2024 · Apt 4A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective 1st fire door from west at north at basement

    Mar 27, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Mar 27, 2024 · Apt 3A

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding the maximum of 130 degrees. in the kitchen located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Mar 27, 2024 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 8

  • 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
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Nov 5, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jun 1, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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

    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 · 15

  • Class - 2

    Found burnham boiler v906 not registered with dob, pull permit and bring boiler up to current code and have it inspected.

    Jun 26, 2020

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Found laars pncv0400 boiler not registered with dob., maintain boiler; pull permit and bring boiler up to current code and have boiler inspected,

    Jun 26, 2020 · Penalty $312

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in nov #35103455x issued on 8/15/14 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1,28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. at 3rd sty apt 3d altered plumbing,electric & partitions w/o a

    Jan 22, 2016

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in nov #35103455x issued on 8/15/14 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1,28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. work w/o a permit. at 3rd sty apt 3d right rear side of bldg.

    Dec 3, 2015 · Penalty $6,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in nov #35103455x issued on 8/15/14 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1,28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. work w/o a permit. interior renovations az: 201070170 permit

    Oct 17, 2015 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in nov #35103455x issued on 8-15-14 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1,28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. work w/o a permit. interior renovation w/no permit.

    Aug 21, 2015 · Penalty $12,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in nov #35103455x issued on 8/15/14 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1,28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. for work w/o a permit at 3rd sty apt 3d gut renovation.

    Jul 10, 2015 · Penalty $24,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #35103455x issued on 8/15/14. for gut renovation at apt#3d w/oa permit. remedy: comply w/the comm's order.

    May 5, 2015 · Penalty $6,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #35103455x issued on 8/15/14. for work w/o a permit at apt 3d gut renovation. remedy: comply w/the comm's order.

    Mar 10, 2015 · Penalty $24,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order contained in nov #35103455x issued on 8/15/14. note: interior () of entire apt 3d no permits. rmdy:comply w/commissioner's order.

    Jan 29, 2015 · Penalty $12,000

    Resolve
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  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #35103455x issued on 8/15/14. note: interior renovation of entire apt 3d no permits. remedy: cokply w/the comm's order.

    Dec 17, 2014 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation # 35103455x issued on 08/15/14. note : interior re no of entire apt. sheetrock, kitchenett fixtures no permits. remedy: comply w/ t

    Oct 17, 2014 · Penalty $12,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit. noted: at 3rd story,apt 3d right rear side of bldg.interior renovation of apt,new sheetrock walls installed throughout entire apt. all kitchenette fixtures removed & all bathroom fixtures

    Aug 15, 2014 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit.1)total gut rehab of apt 4c & 4d.removed all plasterwalls & ceiling,removed all plumbing fixtures in kitchen & bathroom.new elec,apt 5d removed bathroom & replacing walls,floor,ceiling,plumbin

    Feb 28, 2011 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Violating conditions 40,15,28a,20a,30c,34b

    Jun 22, 2009 · Penalty $200

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt APT1A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt APT1A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt APT1A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    Sep 5, 2026 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    Sep 5, 2026 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Aug 14, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 14, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Aug 14, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 14, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 14, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
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  • Paint/plaster

    Cabinet

    Aug 14, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Aug 14, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Jul 5, 2026 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Jul 5, 2026 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 28, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 28, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jun 28, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jun 28, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jun 13, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 27, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 27, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 26, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 26, 2026 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 26, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 23, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 24, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 22, 2026 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 23, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 23, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 23, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Feb 8, 2026 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 8, 2026 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 8, 2026 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 2, 2026 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 22, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 22, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 9, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 9, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 3, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Dec 1, 2025 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 8, 2025 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 28, 2025 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 27, 2025 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 24, 2025 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 18, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 15, 2025 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 15, 2025 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Oct 15, 2025 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 15, 2025 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Aug 17, 2025 · Apt 4A

    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 (C1)
Year built
1924
Floors
5
Residential units
20
Building area
9,355 ft²
Lot area
2,475 ft²
Zoning
R7-2
Community board
201
Council district
17
Block / lot
2364 / 22
Assessed value
$460,800
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #207595, last renewed Sep 5, 2025.

Questions about 497 East 156 Street

Who owns 497 East 156 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 497 E 156th St Holdings LLC.

Does 497 East 156 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 482 housing violations at this property.

Is 497 East 156 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 20 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 20 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 497 East 156 Street built?

City records list 1924 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 497 East 156 Street?

It has 20 residential units.

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