1815 University Avenue
Bronx, NY 10453BBL 2-02879-0121Map
Owner of record: Mbd West Apartments Housing Development Fund Co.
1815 University Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1922 in Bronx, 10453. It has 26 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Mbd West Apartments Housing Development Fund Co.. HPD has recorded 686 housing violations here, most recently on April 30, 2026. 34 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 25 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 686
- DOB violations
- 11
- ECB violations
- 20
- HPD complaints
- 660
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
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.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 686
- 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 30, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 16, 2024 · Apt 2C
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 16, 2024 · Apt 2C
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 5th story
Aug 6, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant plaster at ceiling at public hall, 5th story
Aug 6, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling at public hall, 5th story
Aug 6, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 3rd room from east located at apt 4e, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 6, 2024 · Apt 4E
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling in the 3rd room from east located at apt 4e, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 6, 2024 · Apt 4E
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective eroded mortar joint at rear exterior wall from basement to fifth story
Aug 6, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Jul 24, 2024 · Apt 1A
Open — Nov sent out
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- CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Jul 24, 2024 · Apt 1A
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a notice, written in english and in spanish, on the building entrance door or other conspicuous location in the building common area, stating that: (1) the building is in the alternative enforcement program, (2) that occupants may call 311 or the aep at 212-863-8262 to report housing maintenance complaints, (3) the name, telephone, and address of the owner, and, (4) the identity of any financial institution that holds a mortgage on the property. post
Feb 2, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - IInformation / order
The premises has been selected to participate in the alternative enforcement program which may result in building-wide inspections, fees, and extensive repair work to correct violations and underlying conditions. charges for repair work done pursuant to this order, if not paid, will become liens on the property
Jan 31, 2024
Open — Info 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 15, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''1815''
Sep 15, 2023 · Apt 2A
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''1815''
Sep 15, 2023 · Apt 2A
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''1815''
Sep 15, 2023 · Apt 2A
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly secure the loose upper hinge at west door in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''1815''
Sep 15, 2023 · Apt 2A
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixure at ceiling in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''1815''
Sep 15, 2023 · Apt 2A
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''1815''
Sep 15, 2023 · Apt 2A
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''1815''
Sep 15, 2023 · Apt 2A
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''1815''
Sep 15, 2023 · Apt 2A
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''1815''
Sep 15, 2023 · Apt 2A
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''1815''
Sep 15, 2023 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''1815''
Sep 15, 2023 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
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 = 2, wg to replace = 0, wg to repair = 0 in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''1815''
Sep 15, 2023 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Refit door in the entrance located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''1815''
Sep 15, 2023 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass pane at upper sash at first window from east at south in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''1815''
Sep 15, 2023 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of rodents rats in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''1815''
Sep 15, 2023 · Apt 2A
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at 1st public hall bulkhead from east at south
Jul 19, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak over the ceiling at 1st public hall bulkhead from east at south
Jul 19, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling of the intermediate landing at public hall stairs, 4th story
Jul 19, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at intermediate landing ceiling at public hall stairs, 4th story
Jul 19, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling around the skylight at 1st public hall bulkhead from east at south
Jul 19, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the west wall in the foyer located at apt 5c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 9, 2023 · Apt 5C
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 9, 2023 · Apt 5C
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from south at west wall, north wall, east wall, west wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 5c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 9, 2023 · Apt 5C
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 9, 2023 · Apt 5C
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) west wall in the foyer located at apt 5c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 9, 2023 · Apt 5C
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing electrical outlet cover at north wall in the 4th room from east located at apt 5c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 9, 2023 · Apt 5C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace the broken or defective wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 5c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 9, 2023 · Apt 5C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at north and west walls in the kitchen located at apt 5c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 9, 2023 · Apt 5C
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st door frame from south at west wall, north wall, east wall, west wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 5c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 9, 2023 · Apt 5C
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the south wall in the private hallway located at apt 5c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 9, 2023 · Apt 5C
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) south wall in the private hallway located at apt 5c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 9, 2023 · Apt 5C
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) ceiling, north wall, west wall in the kitchen located at apt 5c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 9, 2023 · Apt 5C
Closed — Violation closed - 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 17, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the bathroom , the kitchen , the 4th room from east located at apt 3a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Feb 22, 2023 · Apt 3A
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the bathroom located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Feb 16, 2023 · Apt 2B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Feb 16, 2023 · Apt 2B
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 11
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report
Nov 8, 2019
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Notice of order to stop work immediately due to applicant withdrawal f rom job #210063125 stop all work immediately and make site safe
Mar 13, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 26, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 27, 2001
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 7, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jun 9, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 17, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 20
- Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. at time of inspection, observed, due to water leaking from the top partition wall of kitchen & celling of the bathroom got damage., repair and/or replace
Feb 22, 2022 · Penalty $3,125
Active - Class - 2
At apartment 4b bathroom ceiling and wall in disrepair condition ,has water damage and hole on ceiling. bathroom floor uneven., repair and/or replace
Jan 12, 2022 · Penalty $312
Active - Class - 2
Combustion air fan not operating when boiler fires up-no visible sign for oil tank room-body drains not installed on safety valves-broken sewer pipe in boiler room-boiler room flooding.
Sep 23, 2021 · Penalty $655
Active - Class - 2
In gas meter room 2 hollow wood doors with vents used no fire rating for them, need to use fire rated doors for the gas meter room. also need self closing fire rated doors in hallway between both building 1805
Oct 8, 2019
Resolve - Class - 2
Cracks in the main chimney, looks like area was patched but has cracked again, also cracks on exp 2 of building wall, some area's have new bricks is now cracking in other area's , maintain exterior building wa
Oct 8, 2019
Resolve - Class - 3
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.noted:observed at cellar boiler room-spalling and missing concrete of the ceiling slab above the boiler.rem:repair and/or replace.
Oct 23, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to install ground fault circuit interrupter(gfci)protection asrequired.observed in basement.receptacle providing power to washer machine is not gfci protected.rem:provide gfci protection.
Apr 26, 2018 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to properly bond electrical systems.observed at main electrical disconnect service switch located in basement.neutral bar not bondedto enclosure(pane.)4am switch,ge make.rem:provide proper bonding.
Apr 26, 2018 · Penalty $750
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner.observed on 04/26/2018 at the above address no ventilation in the gas meter room located in the offices in the basement.rem:repair and or replace.
Apr 26, 2018 · Penalty $312
Resolve - Class - 2
Ec110.2(a)defective wiring in use.observed above electrical meters andrear(exterior)of building.unsafe wiring methods and improper wiring;armored cable in use outdoors.rem:comply with ec code.
Apr 26, 2018 · Penalty $400
Resolve
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- Class - 2
50a-e. as per class 2 (b254) 28-301.1 failure to maintain. (50a)combustion air fan, inoperable. (50b)holes in boiler room ceiling. (50c)piping hung w/ prohibited material. (50d)dogleg missing @ back of boiler.
Feb 21, 2018 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 2
Electrical work without a permit.noted:lights installed in 14 halls and or staircases on floors 1 thru 5.rem:obtain permit/comply with code.
May 8, 2017 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in nov #35221483k issued on 11/17/16 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1;28-204.4 & 1rcny102-01. for failure to maintain,no ventilation in gas meter room.
Jan 5, 2017 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. at the time of my inspection 12:15pm on 11-16-16 at the above place of occurrance address i observed no ventilation in the gas meter room. fgc appendix e secti
Nov 17, 2016 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to have new or altered plumbing system tested. at the time of my inspection 12:15pm on 11-16-16 at the above place of occureance address i observed in an office in the cellar a half bathroom(1 lavatory
Nov 17, 2016
Resolve - Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to c of o or bldg dept records. noted: at basement level,gas meter room is now occupied as an office for shelter case managers w/2pc bathroom & a closet for gas meter. remedy: disc illegal us
Nov 16, 2016
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/o a permit. noted: basement level,gas meter room converted into an office w/a 2pc bathroom(sink & toilet) by erecting full height partitions,installing water & waste lines,creating a closet for the gas
Nov 16, 2016
Resolve - Class - 2
Defective &/or missing flr numbers per 27-393. noted: missing flr numbering all flrs. rem: comply w/ code.
May 24, 2016 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior building wall. defect noted: brick walls buldging and cracked and missing mortar. location: entire front facade and courtyard entrance. remedy: provide overhead protection
Jun 18, 2003 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior building wall the masony exterior brick work is building and cracked at the south east corner of the east elevation 5th story to roof and various other locations remedy: provide
Jun 14, 2003 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 14, 2024 · Apt 2A
Close - Door/window
Door
Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 2B
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 2B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 2B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 24, 2023 · Apt 2A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 7, 2023 · Apt BB
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Aug 7, 2023 · Apt BB
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 29, 2023 · Apt 4E
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jun 29, 2023 · Apt 4E
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Feb 15, 2023 · Apt 2B
Close
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- Paint/plaster
Door/frame
Feb 15, 2023 · Apt 2B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Feb 15, 2023 · Apt 2B
Close - Electric
Lighting
Feb 15, 2023 · Apt 2B
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 15, 2023 · Apt 2B
Close - General
Cabinet
Feb 15, 2023 · Apt 2B
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Feb 15, 2023 · Apt 2B
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Feb 15, 2023 · Apt 2B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Feb 15, 2023 · Apt 2B
Close - Door/window
Door
Feb 15, 2023 · Apt 2B
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 18, 2023 · Apt 2D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jan 18, 2023 · Apt 2D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 2A
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 2A
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 2A
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 2A
Close - Door/window
Window pane
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 2A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 2A
Close - Electric
Lighting
Nov 5, 2022 · Apt 2B
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Nov 5, 2022 · Apt 2B
Close - General
Cabinet
Nov 5, 2022 · Apt 2B
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Nov 5, 2022 · Apt 2B
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Nov 5, 2022 · Apt 2B
Close - Door/window
Door
Nov 5, 2022 · Apt 2B
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Nov 5, 2022 · Apt 2B
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Nov 5, 2022 · Apt 2B
Close - Door/window
Door
Nov 5, 2022 · Apt 2B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 5, 2022 · Apt 2B
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Oct 24, 2022 · Apt 2D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 24, 2022 · Apt 2D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Sep 22, 2022 · Apt 2D
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Sep 22, 2022 · Apt 2D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 22, 2022 · Apt 2D
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Sep 16, 2022 · Apt 5E
Close - Door/window
Door
Sep 16, 2022 · Apt 5E
Close - Door/window
Window pane
Sep 16, 2022 · Apt 5E
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Sep 16, 2022 · Apt 5E
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Sep 16, 2022 · Apt 5E
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 16, 2022 · Apt 5E
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Jun 27, 2022 · Apt 4B
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 27, 2022 · Apt 4B
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C1)
- Year built
- 1922
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 26
- Building area
- 22,500 ft²
- Lot area
- 5,317 ft²
- Zoning
- R7-1
- Community board
- 205
- Council district
- 14
- Block / lot
- 2879 / 121
- Assessed value
- $471,600
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #208126, last renewed Nov 6, 2025.
Questions about 1815 University Avenue
Who owns 1815 University Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Mbd West Apartments Housing Development Fund Co..
Does 1815 University Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 686 housing violations at this property.
Is 1815 University Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 25 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 96% of its 26 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 1815 University Avenue built?
City records list 1922 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 1815 University Avenue?
It has 26 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.