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1842 Watson Avenue

Bronx, NY 10472BBL 2-03730-0041Map

Owner of record: Cruz Leonardo De La

1842 Watson Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Bronx, 10472. It has 3 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Cruz Leonardo De La. HPD has recorded 37 housing violations here, most recently on April 30, 2026. 27 of the 37 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
37
DOB violations
0
ECB violations
4
HPD complaints
20

What to know

Concern
3 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 · 37

  • 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 18, 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
  • 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 4, 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 18, 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 18, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 , 1st story

    Apr 29, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • 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, 1st story

    Apr 29, 2021

    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, 1st story

    Apr 29, 2021

    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, 1st story

    Apr 29, 2021

    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.

    Apr 29, 2021

    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 ' , 1st story

    Apr 29, 2021

    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, 1st story

    Apr 29, 2021

    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.

    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.

    Apr 5, 2021

    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, 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 12, 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.

    Nov 14, 2017

    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.

    Nov 1, 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 5, 2015

    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.

    Feb 5, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the kitchen located at bsmt-apt b

    Mar 17, 2004 · Apt B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceilings and walls in the entire apartment located at apt b

    Mar 17, 2004 · Apt B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of concealed water leak over ceiling in the kitchen located at bsmt-apt b

    Mar 17, 2004 · Apt B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose electric light fixture at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt b

    Mar 17, 2004 · Apt B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt b

    Mar 17, 2004 · Apt B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective wood counter top at sink in the kitchen located at bsmt-apt b

    Mar 17, 2004 · Apt B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective top and bottom window sashes in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt b

    Mar 17, 2004 · Apt B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace with new the broken or defective wood door at entrance located at bsmt-apt b

    Mar 17, 2004 · Apt B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the kitchen located at bsmt-apt b

    Mar 17, 2004 · Apt B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 13, 2004 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Mar 13, 2004 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Mar 13, 2004 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls & clgs 1 sty apt 1 southwest room kitchen & 2 room from north. , section '' ''

    Aug 27, 1993 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 0

No DOB violations on record

ECB violations · 4

  • Class - 2

    Observed on 06/16/20 at 500 pm gas piping at expo #3 which appear to be removed from the home. as well as a cut 3/4 black iron pipe at expo #1 . dept records reveal permit #200092586-laa expired 1/3/92 and no i

    Jun 16, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Wrk w/out a permit.at time of inspection it was observed that @ exp#3 looks to be a garage that was demolished and a pile of debris of bricks was left to be cleaned up.also observed was remaining walls from exi

    Aug 8, 2016 · Penalty $800

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain building work noted at number of premises lot # 41at 1fl area got (1)bathroom area big hole approx 2' x 2' on ceiling ( 2)bedroom area big hole approx 3' x 3' on floor around redeiation(stea

    May 5, 2004

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to saftey and properly remove material debris from construction site work noted at from of premises lot & 41 very construction debris pieces of wood metal plastic container(5lbs compound)garbage etc

    May 5, 2004

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 5, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 23, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Oct 15, 2021 · Apt 2NDFL

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Apr 27, 2021 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Apr 27, 2021 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 27, 2021 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Apr 27, 2021 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Apr 27, 2021 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Apr 27, 2021 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Apr 27, 2021 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 16, 2020 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Feb 15, 2016 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Feb 15, 2016 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Sep 15, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Dec 26, 2003 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 26, 2003 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Dec 22, 2003 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Dec 22, 2003 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 22, 2003 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Dec 22, 2003 · 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
1930
Floors
2
Residential units
3
Building area
2,400 ft²
Lot area
2,000 ft²
Zoning
R5
Community board
209
Council district
18
Block / lot
3730 / 41
Assessed value
$54,780
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #219488, last renewed Sep 6, 2024.

Questions about 1842 Watson Avenue

Who owns 1842 Watson Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Cruz Leonardo De La.

Does 1842 Watson Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 37 housing violations at this property.

Is 1842 Watson 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 1842 Watson Avenue built?

City records list 1930 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 1842 Watson 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.