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708 East 161 Street

Bronx, NY 10456BBL 2-02637-0051Map

Owner of record: Eastchester H Corp.

708 East 161 Street is a two-family home built in 1910 in Bronx, 10456. It has 2 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Eastchester H Corp.. HPD has recorded 101 housing violations here, most recently on April 30, 2026. 43 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
101
DOB violations
7
ECB violations
18
HPD complaints
418

What to know

Concern
11 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

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 101

  • 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
  • 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 17, 2025

    Open — Info 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

    Open — Info 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, 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

    Open — Info 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.

    Mar 16, 2023

    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

    Open — Info 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
  • 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 17, 2022

    Open — Info nov sent out
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  • 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

    Open — Info 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.

    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.

    Oct 28, 2016

    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 2, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector that is defective located at apt 2, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 28, 2015 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). that is defective located at apt 2, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 28, 2015 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Sep 28, 2015 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at boiler room

    Sep 28, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 28, 2015 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective concrete tread #3 up from bottom at front at stoop

    Apr 5, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system ,door locked at boiler room

    Nov 16, 2014

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 16, 2014 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov certified late
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 16, 2014 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov certified late
  • A

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

    Apr 4, 2014 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 4, 2014 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 4, 2014 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 4, 2014 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the nuisance consisting of rodents rats dropping at basement

    Mar 29, 2014

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Mar 29, 2014 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 29, 2014 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system .. at boiler room

    Jan 3, 2014

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system ..at 1st stry public hall

    Jan 3, 2014

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of extremely hot water, water temp at 166 f in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 3, 2014 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 3, 2014 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing balusters , total of 3 at public hall stairs, 1st story

    Jan 3, 2014

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice at entire apartment, 1st story, apartment

    Jan 3, 2014 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective cement step # 5 from bottom at front areaway

    Dec 22, 2013

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the nuisance consisting of rodents rats at front areaway

    Dec 22, 2013

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the ,at north yard

    Jun 12, 2013

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective cement step 5th from bottom at front areaway, 1st story

    Apr 25, 2013

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose handrail at north wall at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 25, 2013

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all ceilings in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story

    Mar 18, 2013 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story

    Mar 18, 2013 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Replace with new the missing ceramic tiles around bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story

    Mar 18, 2013 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Replace with new the missing ceramic tiles at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story

    Mar 18, 2013 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all ceilings, and walls. in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 8, 2013 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile, at north wall. in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 8, 2013 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system .locked door to boiler room at basement

    Jan 22, 2013

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 1, 1st story

    Jan 22, 2013 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 7

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Mar 6, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Dec 14, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Apr 6, 2011

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 13, 2011

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Dec 2, 2010

    Dob violation - active
  • Unsafe buildings none

    Ub-unsafe buildings none

    Dec 19, 2005

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Unsafe buildings none

    Ub-unsafe buildings none

    Oct 11, 2002

    V%*-dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 18

  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner: use of prohibited door and/or hardware. noted: at time of inspection at 2nd flr rear apt - key locking devices observed installed on all bdrm entry doors.

    Aug 8, 2023 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    W/o a permit. noted: at 2nd flr - full height partition walls erected to create addl't bdrm(s), bthrm, & change flr layout. water & waste lines installed for addl't 3 pc bthrm & residential sink. electrical wir

    Aug 8, 2023 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Contrary to lno # 1478 which indicates 2 class 'a' apts: at time of inspection - rear apt rear rm has been created & occupied as a sro with key lock at rm entry door, toiletries, bed, tv, personal belongings, e

    Aug 8, 2023 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Contrary to lno # 1478 & permitted job application 201061233 residence has been converted from a 2 to 3 family dwelling. noted: at 2nd flr - level sub-divided & class 'a' apts created & occupied at front & rear

    Aug 8, 2023 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. noted: at time of inspection - 1. a/c observed installed in window at fire escape: 2. excessive volume of items stored at 2nd & 1st flr common hallways con

    Aug 8, 2023 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35304822j issued on 12/13/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. no compliance recorded fo

    Feb 12, 2019 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Unlawfully continued work while on notice of a step work order.at time of inspection the violating conditions are as follow.ecb#34305913n dismissed however step work order in effect.male workers installing and

    Dec 13, 2018 · Penalty $25,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code-complaint manner noted: metal shed/garage at rear is seriously corroded. roof is sagging. exterior wallhas sharp edges of rusted metal at chest level along w/metal hinge

    Sep 24, 2011

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o a permit-expired permit noted:permit#201061233 expired 08/29/2006.@ bsmt wood studs erected,electrical wiring run work approx 50%complete.rem:renew permit

    Apr 6, 2011 · Penalty $4,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/an order of the commissioner. respondent failed tocorrect conditions cited in nov 34871054k erected wood studs/framing in cellar (no sheet rock placed) no permits issued to remedy condition

    Jan 11, 2011 · Penalty $24,000

    Active
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  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts. failure to comply w/an order of the commissioner. noted: respondent failed to correct the conditions cited in the prior n.o.v#34871054k. full height partition walls erected in cellar,w/o a permit

    Oct 14, 2010 · Penalty $12,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit noted full height partition walls erected in cellar w/o a permit note entire cellar area has been framed out no sheet rock has yet been installed stop all work except to make safe rem: obtain

    Aug 22, 2010 · Penalty $8,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ the comms order to file a cert of correction w/ the dob noted respondent failed to comply w/ the comms order to correctthe violating condition & file a cert of corrections pursuant to 28-20

    Aug 19, 2010 · Penalty $4,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code-complaint manner. defect noted: at basement level of premises ceiling & 1st story flr wood joist show deflection,main supporting beam removed & flr system not properly shore

    Apr 1, 2010 · Penalty $5,000

    Active
  • Class - 3

    Failure to maintain building in code-complaint(memer) defect noted; at front stoop masonry stair has small cracks & holes along the edges & joints. remedy: repair and/or replace.

    Oct 15, 2009 · Penalty $500

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Work without a permit work noted removed and replace staircase to 2nd fl removed entire 1 st fl bathroom and kitchen entire house is being renovated bsmt to 2nd fl new plumbing being done. 2nd fl fl toist defec

    Oct 23, 2001

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to building dept records. <premises now occupoied as rooming house formerly one family resident.remedy:discontinued ill-egal use or amend c of o

    Oct 19, 1994

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Illegal use in a residential district.district r#6 res.district now occupied auto repair spray paint.remedy:discontine illegal use

    May 24, 1994

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 10, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Mar 10, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 9, 2026 · Apt APT1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 25, 2026 · Apt APT1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 16, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 9, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Mar 25, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Mar 25, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Mar 25, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Mar 25, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
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  • Outside building

    Porch/balcony

    Mar 25, 2019 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 14, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Sep 27, 2015 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 21, 2015 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 21, 2015 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Sep 21, 2015 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 21, 2015 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 21, 2015 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 21, 2015 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 21, 2015 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 2, 2015 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 19, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 22, 2015 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 10, 2015 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 26, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 25, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 24, 2015 · Apt APT1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 22, 2014 · Apt 2FAM

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 21, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 20, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 14, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 12, 2014 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 5, 2014 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 30, 2014 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 30, 2014 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    May 13, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    May 9, 2014 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    May 9, 2014 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    May 9, 2014 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 29, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 28, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 27, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 31, 2013 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Stairs

    Dec 26, 2013 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Dec 26, 2013 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Dec 26, 2013 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Dec 26, 2013 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Ceramic-tile

    Dec 16, 2013 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 16, 2013 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Stairs

    Dec 16, 2013 · Apt 1

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Two-family home (B2)
Year built
1910
Floors
2
Residential units
2
Building area
1,600 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
201
Council district
17
Block / lot
2637 / 51
Assessed value
$44,220
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #212821, last renewed Aug 6, 2019.

Questions about 708 East 161 Street

Who owns 708 East 161 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Eastchester H Corp..

Does 708 East 161 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 101 housing violations at this property.

Is 708 East 161 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 708 East 161 Street built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 708 East 161 Street?

It has 2 residential units.

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