331 East 159 Street
Bronx, NY 10451BBL 2-02419-0120Map
Owner of record: 331 East 159th Street LLC
331 East 159 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 2004 in Bronx, 10451. It has 3 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is 331 East 159th Street LLC. HPD has recorded 41 housing violations here, most recently on May 8, 2026. 17 of the 41 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 41
- DOB violations
- 0
- ECB violations
- 0
- HPD complaints
- 48
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 41
- 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.
May 8, 2026
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.
Jun 13, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 9, 2024 · Apt 3
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 9, 2024 · Apt 3
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at boiler room
Dec 9, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 9, 2024 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 9, 2024 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the kitchen located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 4, 2024 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the kitchen located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 4, 2024 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at boiler room
Dec 4, 2024
Open — Nov sent out
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- CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective metal strike plate on door frame at public hall, 1st story
Dec 4, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper. at public hall, 1st story
Dec 4, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
§ 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame readily accessible for signature, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor at missing at public hall, 1st story
Dec 4, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective concrete landing '' near metal post of handrail'' at public hall stairs, 1st story
Dec 4, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - 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 22, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 23, 2024 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 23, 2024 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 23, 2024 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at boiler room
Jul 23, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 23, 2024 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 23, 2024 · Apt 3
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 30, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 2 sq.ft. at west wall in closet near west wall at cellar
Sep 13, 2022
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 2 sq.ft. at west wall in closet near west wall at cellar original violation 15364691 issued 13-sep-22 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Sep 13, 2022
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective mortise lock and its assemblies at door in the entrance located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 13, 2022 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Refit closet door in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 1 lower level, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 13, 2022 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective electric outlet at north wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 1 lower level, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 13, 2022 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material west wall at cellar
Sep 13, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1 lower level, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 13, 2022 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1 lower level, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 13, 2022 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection at wasteline at sink in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 13, 2022 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling at cellar
Sep 13, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Refit entrance door (tight against door jamb) in the entrance located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 13, 2022 · Apt 1
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.
Mar 9, 2022
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.
Mar 9, 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 19, 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 19, 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.
Nov 4, 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 25, 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.
Dec 7, 2017
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 25, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 0
No DOB violations on record
ECB violations · 0
No ECB violations on record
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 20, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Sep 28, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jul 14, 2026 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 2
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jan 27, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 23, 2025 · Apt 3
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 6, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 4, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Dec 2, 2024 · Apt APT3
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 1, 2024 · Apt 3
Close
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- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 1, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Nov 8, 2024 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jul 24, 2024 · Apt 3
Close - General
Cooking gas
Jul 24, 2024 · Apt 3
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jul 22, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jul 21, 2024 · Apt 3
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Jul 21, 2024 · Apt 3
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Apr 5, 2024 · Apt FIRSTF
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Apr 5, 2024 · Apt FIRSTF
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Apr 3, 2024 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Apr 3, 2024 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 3, 2024 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Apr 3, 2024 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Apr 3, 2024 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 3, 2024 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Apr 3, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Apr 3, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 3, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Apr 3, 2024 · Apt FIRSTF
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Apr 3, 2024 · Apt FIRSTF
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 1, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jan 29, 2023 · Apt 3E
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Nov 13, 2022 · Apt 1FL
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Nov 13, 2022 · Apt 1
Close - Door/window
Door
Sep 8, 2022 · Apt 1
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Sep 8, 2022 · Apt 1
Close - Door/window
Door
Sep 8, 2022 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Sep 8, 2022 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Sep 8, 2022 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 8, 2022 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 8, 2022 · Apt 1
Close - Door/window
Door
Sep 8, 2022 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 18, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 23, 2020 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 23, 2020 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 28, 2016 · Apt 3
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 22, 2016 · Apt 3
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 10, 2016 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C0)
- Year built
- 2004
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 3
- Building area
- 2,748 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,140 ft²
- Zoning
- R7-2
- Community board
- 203
- Council district
- 17
- Block / lot
- 2419 / 120
- Assessed value
- $63,900
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #227441, last renewed Aug 22, 2023.
Questions about 331 East 159 Street
Who owns 331 East 159 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 331 East 159th Street LLC.
Does 331 East 159 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 41 housing violations at this property.
Is 331 East 159 Street rent stabilized?
No rent-stabilized units appear in its 2018–2024 tax bills. Individual apartments can still be regulated, so request the rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal if unsure.
When was 331 East 159 Street built?
City records list 2004 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 331 East 159 Street?
It has 3 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.