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
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
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 150
- CImmediately hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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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- BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - 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.
Jun 5, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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 3, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
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 - 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 16, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
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 - 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 - 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 3, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at building entrance , 1st story
Jun 26, 2022
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - 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.
Feb 18, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Feb 18, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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 5, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Apr 5, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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
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.