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539 Wales Avenue

Bronx, NY 10455BBL 2-02580-0024Map

Owner of record: 539 Wales Avenue Realty LLC

539 Wales Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Bronx, 10455. It has 12 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 539 Wales Avenue Realty LLC. HPD has recorded 76 housing violations here, most recently on April 30, 2026. 9 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 12 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
76
DOB violations
6
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
74

What to know

Concern
6 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 100% of the building's 12 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 · 76

  • 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

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 1o sq ft at east and south walls in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 9, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Mar 21, 2026 · Apt 9

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 1o sq ft at north and east walls in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 9, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Mar 21, 2026 · Apt 9

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at west wall and ceiling in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 9, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Mar 21, 2026 · Apt 9

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door in the entrance located at apt 9, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Mar 21, 2026 · Apt 9

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 1o sq ft at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 9, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Mar 21, 2026 · Apt 9

    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 9, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Mar 21, 2026 · Apt 9

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 9, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Mar 21, 2026 · Apt 9

    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.

    Jun 5, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective sink base cabinet doors hinges in the kitchen located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinly floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). deffective in the entire apartment located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector deffective in the entire apartment located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 8

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 8

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the 1st bathroom from north located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at wash/basin in the 1st bathroom from north located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective lower window sash glass pane in the 3rd room from north located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 8

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock installed at door leading to fire escape exit in the 1st room from north located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 9, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 9, 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 17, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective hardwood floor in the kitchen located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 28, 2023 · Apt 8

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock at door leading to fire escape in the 1st room from north located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 28, 2023 · Apt 8

    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 3, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tile in the 1st room from north located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 9, 2022 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls, ceilings and trims in the entire apartment located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 9, 2022 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 9, 2022 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 12 sq. ft. at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 9, 2022 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bath tub in the bathroom located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 9, 2022 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 12 sq. ft. at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north original violation 15424683 issued 09-oct-22 has been upgraded to class c per administrative code §27-2017.3a(5)(a) or (b).

    Oct 9, 2022 · Apt 8

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • 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.

    Feb 18, 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.

    Feb 18, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). inoperable located at apt 9, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 25, 2021 · Apt 9

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperable located at apt 9, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 25, 2021 · Apt 9

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation radiator in the kitchen located at apt 9, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 25, 2021 · Apt 9

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 9, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 25, 2021 · Apt 9

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective intercom system located at apt 9, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 25, 2021 · Apt 9

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly secure the loose doors at south base cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 9, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 25, 2021 · Apt 9

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over the ceiling at public hall, 4th story

    Apr 25, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceiling with fire retardant material at public hall, 4th story

    Apr 25, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items: boxes: bicycle at public hall, 4th story

    Apr 25, 2021

    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 5, 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
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 11, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jul 5, 2017 · Apt 11

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    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) 1st dumb waiter from south at west wall, east wall, west wall in the private hallway located at apt 11, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jul 5, 2017 · Apt 11

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace with new the broken or defective glass pane at lower sash, window at west at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 5, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) throughout the public areas in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. at public hall stairs

    Jul 5, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective lower sash window counter balance in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 11, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Jul 5, 2017 · Apt 11

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 6

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report

    Nov 8, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Electric signs none

    Es-electric signs none

    Jul 31, 1998

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 17, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 18, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 18, 2026 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 2, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 18, 2025 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 8

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Radiator

    Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 8

    Close
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  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door frame

    Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Sep 30, 2024 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Nov 6, 2023 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 6, 2023 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 6, 2023 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 6, 2023 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Nov 6, 2023 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Sep 20, 2022 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Sep 20, 2022 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 20, 2022 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Sep 20, 2022 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 14, 2021 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    May 14, 2021 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    May 14, 2021 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    May 6, 2021 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Apr 22, 2021 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 22, 2021 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Apr 22, 2021 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Apr 22, 2021 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Mar 1, 2021 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Mar 1, 2021 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 1, 2021 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 1, 2021 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Mar 1, 2021 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Mar 1, 2021 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 1, 2021 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 1, 2021 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    May 11, 2019 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 11, 2019 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 13, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 13, 2019 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 30, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 28, 2018 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 17, 2018 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 15, 2018 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 14, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 9, 2017 · Apt REST

    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
4
Residential units
12
Building area
7,828 ft²
Lot area
2,600 ft²
Zoning
R7-1
Community board
201
Council district
8
Block / lot
2580 / 24
Assessed value
$371,250
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #215753, last renewed Jul 23, 2026.

Questions about 539 Wales Avenue

Who owns 539 Wales Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 539 Wales Avenue Realty LLC.

Does 539 Wales Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 76 housing violations at this property.

Is 539 Wales Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 12 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 12 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 539 Wales Avenue built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 539 Wales Avenue?

It has 12 residential units and 13 units in total.

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