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1696 Monroe Avenue

Bronx, NY 10457BBL 2-02791-0039Map

Owner of record: Batista Contreras, Alejandro

1696 Monroe Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1901 in Bronx, 10457. It has 3 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Batista Contreras, Alejandro. HPD has recorded 56 housing violations here, most recently on April 30, 2026. 41 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
56
DOB violations
0
ECB violations
1
HPD complaints
40

What to know

Concern
10 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 · 56

  • 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 3, 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 17, 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace with new the missing door in the entrance located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide metal ladder leading to the roof in scuttle ladder closet. ( currently wooden one in place)

    Nov 2, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at all walls of scuttle ladder closet

    Nov 2, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • A

    File with this department a registration statement for building.

    Nov 2, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint or post a sign indicating floors missing at all stories

    Nov 2, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective electrical wall cover at north wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective electrical wall outlet at north wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 3

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • A

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

    Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Nov 2, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling.

    Nov 2, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures at all plumbing fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 2

    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 = 5; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 2

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 2

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at all electric receptacles, switches and lights  in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building.

    Nov 2, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Discontinue unlawful use for single room occupancy purposes occupied by 2 adults in the 1st room from east located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Discontinue unlawful use for single room occupancy purposes occupied by 1 adult and 1 child in the 3rd room from east located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Discontinue unlawful use for single room occupancy purposes occupied by one adult in the 4th room from east located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Discontinue unlawful use for single room occupancy purposes occupied by 1 adult in the 4th room from east located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    § 300, 301, 302, m/d law file plans and obtain a certificate of occupancy to legalize the following alteration or restore premises to prior legal condition 3 family multiple dwelling illegally converted to 6 family dwelling by converting 2nd & 3rd stories into s.r.o.'s( 3 rooms on 3rd floor , 2 rooms on 2nd floor )

    Nov 2, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the rear yard

    Nov 2, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    § 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration stud and sheetroock walls erected from floor to ceiling encompassing the public hall into the apartment #3 on 3rd floor.

    Nov 2, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing

    Nov 2, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    § 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor missing

    Nov 2, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Nov 2, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures at all plumbing fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 2

    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

    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 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.

    Apr 5, 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

    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.

    Oct 28, 2019

    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 11, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace with new the missing balusters at balustrade, at landing at public hall, 2nd story

    Mar 11, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    Mar 11, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling. at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 11, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Mar 11, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    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

    Mar 11, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 11, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box ... at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 11, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 0

No DOB violations on record

ECB violations · 1

  • Class - 2

    Occupancy in contrary to that allowed by c/o and/or building department of record. illegally altered "sro" apartment/rooms created at 2nd and 3rd floors. no vacate warranted. remedy: discontinue the illegal use

    Nov 2, 2022 · Penalty $6,250

    Active

Complaints

  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Feb 1, 2023 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 1, 2023 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 1, 2023 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 1, 2023 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Nov 4, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Nov 4, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Nov 4, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 4, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 4, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Nov 4, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 4, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Nov 3, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 3, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 3, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 25, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 25, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Oct 25, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Oct 25, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Oct 25, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Oct 25, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Oct 24, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Oct 22, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 22, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Oct 22, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Oct 22, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Oct 21, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 20, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 20, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Oct 20, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 20, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 20, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 20, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Oct 20, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 20, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 18, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Oct 18, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 18, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 7, 2018 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Nov 14, 2012 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Nov 14, 2012 · Apt 3

    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 (C0)
Year built
1901
Floors
3
Residential units
3
Building area
2,028 ft²
Lot area
2,375 ft²
Zoning
R7-1
Community board
204
Council district
15
Block / lot
2791 / 39
Assessed value
$46,440
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #227813, last renewed Nov 12, 2025.

Questions about 1696 Monroe Avenue

Who owns 1696 Monroe Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Batista Contreras, Alejandro.

Does 1696 Monroe Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 56 housing violations at this property.

Is 1696 Monroe Avenue 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 1696 Monroe Avenue built?

City records list 1901 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 1696 Monroe Avenue?

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.