1805 University Avenue
Bronx, NY 10453BBL 2-02879-0123Map
Owner of record: Mbd West Apartments Housing Development Fund Co.
1805 University Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1923 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 787 housing violations here, most recently on April 30, 2026. 48 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 24 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 787
- DOB violations
- 10
- 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 · 787
- 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 - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelain enamel glaze at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 1, 2024 · Apt 1A
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 1, 2024 · Apt 1A
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 1, 2024 · Apt 1A
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and west wall at public hall, 1st story
Dec 1, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq.ft at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east original violation 17485643 issued 01-dec-24 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Dec 1, 2024 · Apt 1A
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 1st story
Dec 1, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant materials at ceiling and west wall at public hall, 1st story
Dec 1, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq.ft at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 1, 2024 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and west wall in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 1, 2024 · Apt 1A
Open — Nov sent out
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- BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical outlet at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 1, 2024 · Apt 1A
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 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 16, 2024 · Apt 2B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic wall tiles around bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 16, 2024 · Apt 2B
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 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 16, 2024 · Apt 2B
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 - 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, 2nd apartment from north at east
Jul 24, 2024 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling aprox 15 sq feet in the bathroom located at apt 2c, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Jul 24, 2024 · Apt 2C
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - 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, 2nd apartment from north at east
Jul 24, 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
May 14, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at south wall bulkhead at public hall, 5th story
May 14, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling at public hall, 5th story
May 14, 2024
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 5th story
May 14, 2024
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 5, 2024 · Apt 1C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperable in the entire apartment located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 5, 2024 · Apt 1C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). inoperable in the entire apartment located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 5, 2024 · Apt 1C
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelain enamel finish at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 5, 2024 · Apt 1C
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 5, 2024 · Apt 1C
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 5, 2024 · Apt 1C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective upper window sash counter balance at east wall in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 5, 2024 · Apt 1C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical outlet at east wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 5, 2024 · Apt 1C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical outlet at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 5, 2024 · Apt 1C
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 5, 2024 · Apt 1C
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 5, 2024 · Apt 1C
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 5, 2024 · Apt 1C
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
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) north wall, south wall in the kitchen located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 5, 2024 · Apt 1C
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - 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 - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling, south wall in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 1e, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''south''
Jan 6, 2024 · Apt 1E
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the west wall in the foyer located at apt 1e, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''south''
Jan 6, 2024 · Apt 1E
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective spring balance at upper sash north 1 window in the bathroom located at apt 1e, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''south''
Jan 6, 2024 · Apt 1E
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelain glaze at bath tub in the bathroom located at apt 1e, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''south''
Jan 6, 2024 · Apt 1E
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective upper escutcheon plate at west riser in the bathroom located at apt 1e, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''south''
Jan 6, 2024 · Apt 1E
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 1e, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''south''
Jan 6, 2024 · Apt 1E
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic wall tiles in the bathroom located at apt 1e, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''south''
Jan 6, 2024 · Apt 1E
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1e, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''south''
Jan 6, 2024 · Apt 1E
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose basin sink in the kitchen located at apt 1e, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''south''
Jan 6, 2024 · Apt 1E
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace the broken or defective shower faucet handle in the bathroom located at apt 1e, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''south''
Jan 6, 2024 · Apt 1E
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard-paint that is xrf tested inconclusive for lead content at 0.5mg/cm2 and is presumed lead paint as set forth in (28 rcny §11-07(b)) and 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 1e, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''south''
Jan 6, 2024 · Apt 1E
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard-paint that is xrf tested inconclusive for lead content at 0.5mg/cm2 and is presumed lead paint as set forth in (28 rcny §11-07(b)) and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface-using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) baseboard at west wall in the foyer located at apt 1e, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''south''
Jan 6, 2024 · Apt 1E
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by performing activities necessary to abate tested lead-based paint from required window and/or door friction surfaces for apartment and make floors smooth and cleanable, positive lead-based paint in an apartment with a child under six located at apt 1e, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''south''
Jan 6, 2024 · Apt 1E
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 10
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection
Nov 14, 2025
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active - 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 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
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
Mar 16, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 10, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 20
- Class - 1
Observed jobsite with ongoing construction operations. work consist of cmu/brick laying, carpentry and facade work at exposure 3. upon review on dob records jobsite permit is expired as of 4-15-2026 and renewal
Apr 21, 2026 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Observed ongoing construction operations on jobsite. upon request for required designated construction superintendent onsite or competent person, none were available at the time of inspection. stop all work und
Apr 21, 2026 · Penalty $10,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Observed jobsite with ongoing construction operations. upon request from onsite personnel for required documents (dob approved plans, site safety plans, approved shed/pipe scaffold plans, construction super log
Apr 21, 2026 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
3303.7.2 fire extinguishers- observed fire extinguishers throughout jobsite. extinguishers provided are inadequate with pulled pins and discharged. this creates a fire hazard due to jobsite consisting of majori
Apr 21, 2026 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Observed sidewalk shed at exposures 1 and 3. on top of shed is large storage of construction debris and materials. exposure 1 has large amounts of trash bags stored and exposure 3 has large amounts of brick/deb
Apr 21, 2026 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 2
At time of inspection observed construction fence installed at exposure one height approx. 8 feet. no painted hunter green as per bc 3307.7.9. upon further research found no construction fence permit issued as
Jul 14, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
On exp 4 of building some cracking on exp walls, need to be fixed before water starts entering building., maintain exterior building wall
Oct 8, 2019 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
When boiler is shut down burner motor makes a whining noise.
Oct 3, 2019
Resolve - Class - 2
Exit door not self closing.noted:at bulkhead door to roof not self closing.repair/replace door
Oct 23, 2018 · Penalty $312
Resolve - Class - 2
Unapproved, unsafe, unsuitable electrical equipment, apparatus, materials, devices, appliances or wiring in use. observed above main entrance to building a 400 watt, wall mounted light fixture (flood light) imp
Oct 23, 2018
Resolve
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- Class - 1
Failure to maintain building wall9s) or appurtences.noted:at rood at chimneys,bricks loose shifting montar missing at all sides of all chimneys.in addiion at fire escape landing at rood level bricks loose at re
Oct 23, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
B265, 50 as per class (b265) 28.303.7. 50-failure to file a boiler inspection report. correct all violating conditions. submit a completeinitial boiler safety inspeciton report.
Oct 17, 2018
Resolve - Class - 1
Ec250-53/water meter jumper missing.observed at water main located in barber shop.water meter grounding jumper missing.please know that jumper is vital to provide contuinity when plumbing work is performed;jump
Apr 26, 2018 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 2
Electrical work without a permit.observed in side alleyway(exp#2).the installation of electrical branch circuits,disconnects and general circuitry for two split air conditioning units prior to obtaining an elec
Apr 26, 2018 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 2
Electrical work without a permit.noted:new lights on floors 1-5 of halls and staircase.rem:obtain permit/comply with code.
May 8, 2017 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg code compliant. noted: broken & loose marble stair tread- 4th tread down from 4th flr. bulkhead door has bent frame. roof parapets have 3 areas missing a total of 7 pieces of terracotta
May 24, 2016 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain hazardous defects 1-at rear fire escapes & rear yard are cluttered w/various wood members plaster & other various debris & rubbish in excessive amounts creating severe health hazards(rodents
Nov 8, 2006 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior buliding wall. defect noted - brick walls buldging and cracked w/ rusted and defective window lentics. location: brick defective entire front facade 4th floor then to roof. windows
Jun 18, 2003 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior building wall the masonnry exterior brick work is bulging and cracked at the north east corner of the east elevator at the 4 story and various other locations remedy: provide prote
Jun 14, 2003 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Non-hazardous
34a-49a. 34a-boiler room must open towards egress section 4-6-8. part y of title 12 of the official compilaton of codes. rules and regulation of the state of new york.
Jun 19, 2002 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 23, 2024 · Apt 1A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 22, 2024 · Apt 1A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 22, 2024 · Apt 1A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 30, 2024 · Apt 1A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 30, 2024 · Apt 1A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 4, 2024 · Apt 1C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 4, 2024 · Apt 1C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 4, 2024 · Apt 1C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jan 8, 2024 · Apt 4C
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jan 8, 2024 · Apt 4C
Close
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- General
Cabinet
Dec 28, 2023 · Apt 1E
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Dec 28, 2023 · Apt 1E
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 28, 2023 · Apt 1E
Close - Door/window
Door
Dec 28, 2023 · Apt 1E
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 28, 2023 · Apt 1E
Close - Door/window
Window pane
Dec 28, 2023 · Apt 1E
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 28, 2023 · Apt 1E
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Dec 28, 2023 · Apt 1E
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Dec 28, 2023 · Apt 1E
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Dec 28, 2023 · Apt 1E
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Dec 28, 2023 · Apt 1E
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Dec 28, 2023 · Apt 1E
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Dec 28, 2023 · Apt 1E
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 10, 2023 · Apt 4C
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 10, 2023 · Apt 4C
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 7, 2023 · Apt 4C
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Nov 6, 2023 · Apt APT3C
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 6, 2023 · Apt APT3C
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Nov 6, 2023 · Apt APT3C
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Nov 6, 2023 · Apt APT3C
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Nov 6, 2023 · Apt APT3C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Nov 6, 2023 · Apt APT3C
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 2, 2023 · Apt 5D
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 12, 2023 · Apt 4C
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Sep 12, 2023 · Apt 4C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 12, 2023 · Apt 4C
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Aug 10, 2023 · Apt 2A
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Aug 10, 2023 · Apt 2A
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Aug 10, 2023 · Apt 2A
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Jun 17, 2023 · Apt 4B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jun 17, 2023 · Apt 4B
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Jun 10, 2023 · Apt 2B
Close - Door/window
Window pane
May 29, 2023 · Apt 4B
Close - Door/window
Door
May 29, 2023 · Apt 4B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
May 29, 2023 · Apt 4B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 29, 2023 · Apt 4B
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 11, 2023 · Apt 5B
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
May 11, 2023 · Apt 5B
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
May 11, 2023 · Apt 5B
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 11, 2023 · Apt 5B
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C1)
- Year built
- 1923
- 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 / 123
- Assessed value
- $397,800
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #208125, last renewed Nov 6, 2025.
Questions about 1805 University Avenue
Who owns 1805 University Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Mbd West Apartments Housing Development Fund Co..
Does 1805 University Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 787 housing violations at this property.
Is 1805 University Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 24 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 92% of its 26 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 1805 University Avenue built?
City records list 1923 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 1805 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.