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539 Van Nest Avenue

Bronx, NY 10460BBL 2-04019-0031Map

Owner of record: Iyh Van Nest LLC

539 Van Nest Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Bronx, 10460. It has 6 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Iyh Van Nest LLC. HPD has recorded 150 housing violations here, most recently on September 2, 2026. 16 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
150
DOB violations
15
ECB violations
4
HPD complaints
164

What to know

Concern
7 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Sep 2, 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 · 150

  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door in the entrance located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''rear''

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 1R

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl sidiing at west and north exterior walls

    Sep 2, 2026

    Open — Nov certified on time
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in drain pipe at sink in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''rear''

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 1R

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at floor (inside shower stall and around base water closet) in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''rear''

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 1R

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations that is missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''rear''

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 1R

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules that is missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''rear''

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 1R

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • C

    Abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of rats and all underlying causes creating the pest infestations, by using integrated pest management (ipm), eliminate all burrow entry and passageways, pest nests, holes, gaps or cracks in walls, ceilings, floors, fixing leaks and managing garbage in public areas. evidence found at evidence of rats in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''rear''

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 1R

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''rear''

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 1R

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective connection at drain line at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 29, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 29, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 29, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 29, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at south wall in the 2nd room from east at north located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 29, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north and east walls in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 29, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective lspring balance at 1st lower window sash at east in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 29, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective spring balance at 1st lower window sash at north in the 2nd room from east at north located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 29, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly secure the loose wash basin cabinet in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 29, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in at drain line at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 29, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 29, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at building entrance door , 1st story

    Apr 27, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges, the door lead from street to public hall at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 11, 2024

    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 16, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 19, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    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 3, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at building entrance , 1st story

    Jun 26, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit the door in the entrance located at apt r5, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 3, 2022 · Apt R5

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the private hallway located at apt r5, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 3, 2022 · Apt R5

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall in the bathroom located at apt r5, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 3, 2022 · Apt R5

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt r5, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 3, 2022 · Apt R5

    Open — Not complied with
  • 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

    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

    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

    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.

    Apr 5, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 12, 2021 · Apt 1F

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of rodents (rats) thru-out in the entire apartment located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 8, 2020 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Oct 8, 2020 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the east wall in the kitchen located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 8, 2020 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective lower sash spring balances at window in the kitchen located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 8, 2020 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector (missing) located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 8, 2020 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at the east wall (approx.8 sq. ft.) in the kitchen located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 8, 2020 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 8, 2020 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Code: arrange and make self-closing the doors ,, in the entrance located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 8, 2020 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling & walls in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 8, 2020 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at the east wall (approx.8 sq. ft.) in the kitchen located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north original violation 13854142 issued 08-oct-20 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code ''''27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Oct 8, 2020 · Apt 1F

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) throughout the public areas in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. at public hall, 2nd story

    Dec 4, 2019

    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

    Sep 25, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at boiler room

    Sep 25, 2019

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 15

  • 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 2023 external low pressure inspection

    Sep 23, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    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 2019 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
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report

    Mar 3, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report

    Mar 1, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 4

  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. i observed the front door in apartment number 1rr stays ajar when closing. i observed the tenant had to manually push the door closed, repair and/or replac

    May 17, 2022

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    B265 as per class 2 (b265) 28-303.7 failure to file a complete boilerinspection as per dob record submit a complete bo9 inspection report.

    Mar 8, 2017 · Penalty $500

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o a permit (100% of work completed). noted: one story, 8ft x 14 ft (approx), wooden extention built against existing premises & enclosing columns of exterior stairwell. location: rear of premises. remed

    Oct 20, 2004 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/out a permit:work noted:at rear of premises an attached 1 storystructure approx 8'x14'x10' hige wood farred structure with exit door.remedy:obtain a permit if feasible or restore premises to prior legal

    Dec 17, 2003 · Penalty $180

    Active

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 28, 2026 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 28, 2026 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Aug 28, 2026 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Aug 28, 2026 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 28, 2026 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    May 2, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    May 2, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Apr 23, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 23, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Apr 23, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Apr 23, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Apr 23, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Apr 23, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Apr 23, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 20, 2026 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Feb 20, 2026 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 20, 2026 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 2, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 2, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 1, 2025 · Apt 1RR

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Dec 1, 2025 · Apt 1RR

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Dec 1, 2025 · Apt 1RR

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Dec 1, 2025 · Apt 1RR

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Dec 1, 2025 · Apt 1RR

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 1, 2025 · Apt 1RR

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Dec 1, 2025 · Apt 1RR

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 1, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 4, 2024 · Apt R5

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Mar 4, 2024 · Apt R5

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Mar 4, 2024 · Apt R5

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Cabinet

    Mar 4, 2024 · Apt R5

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Nov 29, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 17, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Sep 20, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jun 28, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jun 28, 2022 · Apt BUILDI

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jun 27, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jun 27, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jun 27, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Jun 18, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jun 18, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jun 18, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jun 18, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Apr 25, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Feb 20, 2022 · Apt R5

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 20, 2022 · Apt R5

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door frame

    Feb 20, 2022 · Apt R5

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 20, 2022 · Apt R5

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 15, 2021 · Apt 2RR

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jan 26, 2021 · Apt 1F

    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 (C2)
Year built
1920
Floors
2
Residential units
6
Building area
3,360 ft²
Lot area
2,375 ft²
Zoning
R5
Community board
211
Council district
13
Block / lot
4019 / 31
Assessed value
$438,300
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #220256, last renewed Oct 10, 2025.

Questions about 539 Van Nest Avenue

Who owns 539 Van Nest Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Iyh Van Nest LLC.

Does 539 Van Nest Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 150 housing violations at this property.

Is 539 Van Nest 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 539 Van Nest Avenue built?

City records list 1920 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 539 Van Nest Avenue?

It has 6 residential units.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.