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1517 Morris Avenue

Bronx, NY 10457BBL 2-02820-0055Map

Owner of record: Mclean, Henry

1517 Morris Avenue is a two-family home built in 1920 in Bronx, 10457. It has 2 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Mclean, Henry. HPD has recorded 39 housing violations here, most recently on October 15, 2024. 39 of the 39 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
39
DOB violations
10
ECB violations
34
HPD complaints
16

What to know

Concern
11 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Oct 15, 2024

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 · 39

  • I

    The premises or apts. have been vacated by the department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for illegal rooming unit created east 1 sro room # 1 under vacate order # 258898 ( posted date 10/15/2024 ) in the entire apartment located at apt, 1st story

    Oct 15, 2024

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • I

    The premises or apts. have been vacated by the department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for illegal rooming unit created east 2 sro room # 2 under vacate order # 258898 ( posted date 10/15/2024 ) in the entire apartment located at apt, 1st story

    Oct 15, 2024

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • I

    The premises or apts. have been vacated by the department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for illegal rooming unit created east 4 sro room # 4 under vacate order # 258898 ( posted date 10/15/2024 ) in the entire apartment located at apt, 1st story

    Oct 15, 2024

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • I

    The premises or apts. have been vacated by the department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for illegal rooming unit created e/5/s sro room # e/5/s under vacate order # 258898 ( posted date 10/15/2024 ) in the entire apartment located at apt, 1st story

    Oct 15, 2024

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • I

    The premises or apts. have been vacated by the department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for illegal rooming unit created east 6 sro room 6 under vacate order # 258898 ( posted date 10/15/2024 ) in the entire apartment located at apt, 1st story

    Oct 15, 2024

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • I

    The premises or apts. have been vacated by the department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for illegal rooming unit created e/1/n sro room # 1 under vacate order # 258898 ( posted date 10/15/2024 ) in the entire apartment located at apt, 2nd story

    Oct 15, 2024

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • I

    The premises or apts. have been vacated by the department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for illegal rooming unit created e/1/s sro room # 2 under vacate order # 258898 ( posted date 10/15/2024 ) in the entire apartment located at apt, 2nd story

    Oct 15, 2024

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • I

    The premises or apts. have been vacated by the department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for illegal rooming unit created east 3 sro room # 3 under vacate order # 258898 ( posted date 10/15/2024 ) in the entire apartment located at apt, 2nd story

    Oct 15, 2024

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • I

    The premises or apts. have been vacated by the department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for illegal rooming unit created east 4 sro room # 4 under vacate order # 258898 ( posted date 10/15/2024 ) in the entire apartment located at apt, 2nd story

    Oct 15, 2024

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • I

    The premises or apts. have been vacated by the department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for illegal rooming unit created east 5 sro room # 5 under vacate order # 258898 ( posted date 10/15/2024 ) in the entire apartment located at apt, 2nd story

    Oct 15, 2024

    Open — Info nov sent out
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  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardent material at ceiling and west wall at publci hall stairs 1st story

    Sep 29, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Sep 29, 2024 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Discontinue unlawful use for single room occupancy purposes occupied by 1 adlt in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 2ndflo, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 29, 2024 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 2ndflo, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 29, 2024 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at all fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2ndflo, 2nd story

    Sep 29, 2024 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures at kitchen and bathroom in the entire apartment located at apt 2ndflo, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 29, 2024 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures at kitchen and bathroom in the entire apartment located at apt 2ndflo, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 29, 2024 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Sep 29, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures to all fixtures

    Sep 29, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color fire retardant material at west wall at 1st story public hall

    Sep 29, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Sep 29, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures at all fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 29, 2024 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures at all fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 29, 2024 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures to all fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story

    Sep 29, 2024 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing lower sash window at north wall at 1st story intermediate landing at service stairs

    Sep 29, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Discontinue unlawful use for single room occupancy purposes occupied by 1 adult in the 1st room from east located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 29, 2024 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Sep 29, 2024 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Sep 29, 2024 · Apt 1

    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 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 29, 2024 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Discontinue unlawful use for single room occupancy purposes occupied by 1 adult in the 6th room from east at north located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 29, 2024 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Sep 29, 2024 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Discontinue unlawful use for single room occupancy purposes occupied by 1 adult in the 5th room from east located at apt 2ndflo, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 29, 2024 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Sep 29, 2024 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 29, 2024 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective loose bricks at 2nd story exterior wall, missing bricks above 2nd story window lintel building front yard

    Sep 18, 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.

    Sep 5, 2024

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective brick and mortar above 2nd story at east facade(front of building)

    Sep 4, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Discontinue the rooming unit ; in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 9, 2009 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    § 9, 170, 171, 300, 301, 302 m.d.law-file plans and application and obtain a certificate of occupancy to legalize the conversion from a private dwelling to multiple dwelling use if lawfully feasible or restore to lawful occupancy in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 9, 2009 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 10

  • Emergency none

    Remedy: fully demolish the main 2 story building and 1 story rear shed grade and fence site

    Jun 17, 2026

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Structure rendered non compliant due to fire. at the time of inspection observed extensive fire,water and smoke damage throughout premises. also observed missing windows and opening in the roof exposing premises to the elements.

    Dec 16, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Immediate emergency anythingoptional

    Premises has sustained extensive smoke and water damage throughout the windows and doors have been removed and the roof is open remedy: repair the door to the construction fence at exp# 1 and seal building

    Dec 16, 2025

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Structure rendered non compliant . damages observed to have beeb susta ined due to fire causing extensive smoke & water damage with charring to structural members & roof open.....submit report for conditions cit ed within 72 hours to [email protected] 718-286-3460

    Dec 16, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Structure rendered noncompliant, damage sustained due to fire causing smoke and water damage w/charring to structural members, roof open remedy: submit eng report w/in 72hrs to [email protected] ov (718) 286-3460

    Dec 16, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Immediate emergency anythingoptional

    @ expo#1 (morris ave) requesting apprx 10 linear ft of fence from the northeast corner of the building to the public sidewalk, @ expo#1 (morris ave) requesting apprx 10 linear feet of fence from southeast corner of the building to the public sidewalk @ expo#1 (morris ave) requesting apprx 30 linear ft of fence running the lenght of the build

    Oct 23, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    W/o a permit. noted: at cellar - full height partition walls erected to sub-divide level: to create a bthrm & 2 bdrms. water & waste lines installed for 3 pc bthrm, residential sink at kitchen area. exposed gas line installed. electrical wiring installed for addl't lights & outlets.

    Jun 13, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    W/o a permit. noted: at 1st flr front - full height partition walls erected to sub-divide level front & rear; to create an addl't bthrm. addl't water & waste lines installed for 3 pc bthrm; residential sink at kitchen area. gas line for stove. electrical wiring for addl't lights & outlets.

    Feb 18, 2022

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    W/o a permit. noted: at cellar front - full height partition walls erected to create a bthrm & 3 rms. water & waste lines installed for 3 pc bthrm (toilet, sink, tub); residential sink at kitchen area. gas line installed for stove. electrical wiring installed for lights & outlets.

    Feb 18, 2022

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    W/o a permit. noted: at rear yard/exposure 3 - garage door removed & replaced with cmu blocks, door & window.

    Feb 18, 2022

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 34

  • Class - 1

    Occupancy incontrary to that allowed by c/o and/or department of building records. illegally created as converted class "a" apartment at 5 sty with full bathroom and kitchen. vacate warranted as tenant has no p

    Sep 29, 2024 · Penalty $12,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    At front of building, above 2nd floor window,section of bricks approximately 6' x 2' is missing exposing exterior wall to the elements., maintain exterior building wall

    Sep 19, 2024 · Penalty $12,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with commissioner's order contained in summons#39056512j issued on 02/18/2022,and failure to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28.201.1 and 1rcny 102-01(d)(2).an acceptable certific

    Aug 26, 2024 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to obey a vacate order from the commissioner per 28-207.4. noted: at time of inspection - building observed still occupied by male & female occupants contrary to full vacate order # 182/2024., comply wi

    Jun 17, 2024 · Penalty $25,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Residence converted from a 2 to 9 family dwelling. noted: at 1st flr - rear rm at right created & occupied as a sro with key lock at door, bed, tv, food, coffee pot, toiletries, personal belongings. juan pergue

    Jun 13, 2024 · Penalty $70,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Residence converted from a 2 to 9 family dwelling. noted: at 1st flr - front rm created & occupied as a sro with key lock at door, bed, tv, sofa, refrigerator, toiletries, personal belongings. mr & mrs polanco

    Jun 13, 2024 · Penalty $70,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Residence converted from a 2 to 9 family dwelling. noted: at 2nd flr - front rm at left - created & occupied as a sro with key lock at door, bed, tv, food, chair, refrigerator, microwave, toiletries, coffee mak

    Jun 13, 2024 · Penalty $70,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Residence converted from a 2 to 9 family dwelling. noted: at 2nd flr - front rm at right - created & occupied as a sro with key lock & hasp & eye at door, bed, food, chair, coffee maker, microwave, toiletries,

    Jun 13, 2024 · Penalty $70,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Residence converted from a 2 to 9 family dwelling. noted: at 1st flr - rear rm at left created & occupied as a sro with key lock at door, bed, chair, food, toiletries, personal belongings. gabriel pena $230 wkl

    Jun 13, 2024 · Penalty $70,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Residence converted from a 2 to 9 family dwelling. noted: at 1st flr - 2nd rm from rear created & occupied as a sro with key lock at door, bed, tv, waters, chair, toiletries, personal belongings. jorge vargas $

    Jun 13, 2024 · Penalty $70,000

    Active
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  • Class - 1

    Residence converted from a 2 to 9 family dwelling. noted: at cellar rear - created & occupied as a sro with key lock at door, 3 pc bthrm, bed, tv, sofa, toiletries, personal belongings: refrigerator & microwave

    Jun 13, 2024 · Penalty $70,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the department of buildings. noted: at time of inspection - no compliance/correction was found in record for violation #

    Jun 13, 2024 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    W/o a permit. noted: at cellar - full height partition wall erected to create a bthrm. water & waste lines installed for a 2nd 3 pc bthrm (toilet, sink, shower). also, at 2nd flr - full height partition walls e

    Jun 13, 2024 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. noted: 1. at cellar - boiler rm observed with storage of combustible material (wood & plastic items)ýsee vio # 39056515p¨, creating a fire hazard. 2. at fr

    Jun 13, 2024 · Penalty $12,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner: no fire stopping per bc 712.3; 27-345. noted: at time of inspection - boiler rm observed enclosed without fire stopping at ceiling., provide/maintain fire

    Jun 13, 2024 · Penalty $12,500

    Active
  • Class - 3

    Violation of parking regulations in a residential district. noted: at time of inspection - observed 3 vehicles observed parked at exposure 2: no off street parking permitted. also at rear left side of exposure

    Jun 13, 2024 · Penalty $500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to obey a vacate order from the commissioner per 28-207.4. noted: at time of inspection - cellar & 1st flr front were observed re-occupied contrary to vacate order issued on 02/18/2022., comply with vac

    Jun 13, 2024 · Penalty $24,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Removed or defaced a written posted vacate order. noted: at time of inspection - vacate postings affixed to front & side entry doors were observed removed., comply with code

    Jun 13, 2024 · Penalty $12,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building wall(s) or appurtenances. noted: at time of inspection - exposure 1 brick facade observed with a missing section apprx 3 courses high 20' in length with top soldier course protrudin

    Jun 13, 2024 · Penalty $12,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. noted: at time of inspection observed excessive household items, construction material & etc stored at rear interior stairs, obstructing exit passage., remove ob

    Feb 18, 2022 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    W/o a permit. noted: at cellar rear - full height partition walls erected to sub-divide level from front; to create a bthrm & 2 bdrms. water & waste lines installed for 3 pc bthrm; residential sink at kitchen a

    Feb 18, 2022 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Residence converted from 2 to 6 families. noted: at cellar: level sub-divided & 2nd rm from front at front created & occupied as a sro with key lock at door, bed, refrigerator, tv, microwave, toiletries, food i

    Feb 18, 2022 · Penalty $70,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    W/o a permit. noted: at rear yard/exposure 3 - wood shed erected apprx. 8' x 20' x 12' with door & metal roof., obtain all permits

    Feb 18, 2022 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. noted: at time of inspection combustible material observed stored in boiler rm consisting of wood, plastic, paint, propane canister, construction equipment

    Feb 18, 2022 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Residence converted from 2 to 6 families. noted: at 1st flr: level sub-divided & front created & occupied as an addl't class 'a' apt with 3 pc bthrm; kitchen with gas stove, residential sink; 2 bdrms. addl't cl

    Feb 18, 2022 · Penalty $70,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. noted: at 1st flr rear apt: observed at time of inspection - kitchen window entirely missing; partially covered with a sheet of plywood in an occupied unit

    Feb 18, 2022 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Residence converted from 2 to 6 families. noted: at cellar: level sub-divided & rear created & occupied as an addl't class 'a' apt with 3 pc bthrm; kitchen with gas stove, residential sink; 2 bdrms. addl't clas

    Feb 18, 2022 · Penalty $60,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Residence converted from 2 to 6 families. noted: at cellar: level sub-divided & front rm at front created & occupied as a sro with key lock at door, bed, sofa, tv's, chairs, toiletries, personal belongings, sha

    Feb 18, 2022 · Penalty $6,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Residence altered as a dwelling for more than the number of families legally authorized by the c of o or official records.at time of appointment noted an illegal class a apartment at basement rear with

    Jan 23, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work without a permit. work noted: installed three piece bathroom, a kitchen with sink and a gas line for stove and partitions creating three rooms at front of cellar. removed garage door and installed block wa

    Jan 16, 2018 · Penalty $800

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c/o or bldg dept records. 1st sty class 'a' apt been subdivided into 2 apts. one apt is being usedas sro, thereby increasing bldg occupancy. remedy: discontinue illegal

    Apr 9, 2009 · Penalty $600

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/ commissioner order to correct ecb34695708k for work w/o permit at apt 1a constructing. partitions per bedroom kitchen 3pc bthrm. na no permit filed. no record of compliance. remedy: comply

    Mar 10, 2009

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit.work noted.in apt 1a created partitions for 1 bedroom kitchen & bathroom.remedy:obtain a permit or restore to prior legal condition.

    Aug 14, 2008

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Residence altered for more than the legally approved # of families.note"2 family dwelling created into 3 family on 1fl apartment 1a.1 bedroom & kitchen & bathroom.remedy:restore to prior legal condition.

    Aug 14, 2008 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve

Complaints

  • General

    Cooking gas

    Sep 17, 2024 · Apt 2ND

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Sep 17, 2024 · Apt 2ND

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Sep 17, 2024 · Apt 2ND

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Sep 16, 2024 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Sep 16, 2024 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Sep 16, 2024 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Aug 26, 2024 · Apt 2ND

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Aug 26, 2024 · Apt 2ND

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Aug 26, 2024 · Apt 2ND

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 17, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
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  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 17, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jan 27, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Jan 27, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Mar 19, 2009 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Mar 19, 2009 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jul 16, 2008 · Apt 1FL

    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 (B1)
Year built
1920
Floors
2
Residential units
2
Building area
2,650 ft²
Lot area
2,731 ft²
Zoning
R7-1
Community board
204
Council district
16
Block / lot
2820 / 55
Assessed value
$12,000
Landmark / historic district
No

Questions about 1517 Morris Avenue

Who owns 1517 Morris Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Mclean, Henry.

Does 1517 Morris Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 39 housing violations at this property.

Is 1517 Morris 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 1517 Morris Avenue built?

City records list 1920 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 1517 Morris Avenue?

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.