537 Van Nest Avenue
Bronx, NY 10460BBL 2-04019-0032Map
Owner of record: Sherhan, Mutea
537 Van Nest Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1905 in Bronx, 10460. It has 3 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Sherhan, Mutea. HPD has recorded 132 housing violations here, most recently on August 20, 2026. 47 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 132
- DOB violations
- 0
- ECB violations
- 7
- HPD complaints
- 184
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 · 132
- CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 20, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items and furniture at public hall, 3rd story
Aug 20, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective splintering wood flooring in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 20, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 20, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 20, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - 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 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 20, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - 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 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 20, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective procelain enamel by method of reglazing at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 20, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Remove all obstructions from water closet in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 20, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in drain pipe at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 20, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out
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- CImmediately hazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at all electrical outlets and light fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 20, 2026 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking around bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 16, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 16, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at all electrical fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 16, 2026 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mailbox , signage missing at public hall, 1st story
Aug 16, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story
Aug 16, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in waste line at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 16, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective rubber gaskets around upper and lower refrigerator doors in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 16, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 16, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 16, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - 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 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 16, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - 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 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 16, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 16, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - ANon-hazardous
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 at public hall, 1st story
Aug 16, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in private dwellings , signage missing at public hall, 1st story
Aug 16, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
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 signage missing at public hall, 1st story
Aug 16, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story
Aug 16, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
§ 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame readily accessible for signature, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor at frame missing at public hall, 1st story
Aug 16, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of electrical extension cord at east wall at public hall, 2nd story
Aug 16, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination light fixture at ceiling at public hall, 2nd story
Aug 16, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 3rd story
Aug 16, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - 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 - 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 17, 2025
Open — Info nov sent out - 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
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling and walls in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
May 13, 2025 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and walls in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
May 13, 2025 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures no gas to range in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
May 13, 2025 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
May 13, 2025 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
May 13, 2025 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures no volume in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
May 13, 2025 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures no volume , in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
May 13, 2025 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges on fire rated door in the entrance located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
May 13, 2025 · Apt 1R
Open — 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 25, 2024
Open — Info nov sent out - 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
Open — 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 16, 2023
Open — Info nov sent out - 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
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the north rear yard
Nov 15, 2022
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of discarded refrigerator with doors intact at east side yard
Nov 15, 2022
Closed — Violation closed - 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
Open — Info nov sent out - 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
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 0
No DOB violations on record
ECB violations · 7
- Class - 2
Occupancy (in)contrary to that alllowed by c of o or depart.of buildings record.legal class"a"apartment illegally converted into a sub-divided apartment @1st story.apt.consisting of full bathroom & kitchen with
Apr 8, 2019
Resolve - Class - 2
28-210.1-residence converted maintain or occupied as dwelling fo rmore than the legally approved number of families, noted;department of building records indicates a (3)family ,1st and 2nd and 3rd floor (dwelli
Sep 15, 2018
Resolve - Class - 1
Work without a permit.noted:at 1st floor front full height partitions erected created a bathroom.water and waste lines installed for a (3) piece bathroom (toilet,sink,shower)and residential sink.exposed gas lin
Sep 15, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Occupancy in contrary to that allowed by c/o on dpb records.illegal class "a" apartment created 1st story made with wood/metal stud and sheetrock/plaster with full bathroom(water closet,wash basin,shower stall)
Jun 30, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the cofo or building dept records,1st story class"a"apt been subdivided into two(2) apts. thereby increasing the bldg occupancy. rmdy: discontinue illegal use or amend c.o.
Jun 5, 2013
Resolve - Class - 2
Sec. 28-105.1 work w/o permit noted converted apparent office space in1 story section of 1st fl front of building into studio apt w/3pc bathsink,toilet,shower-kitchen sink,4 burner elec stove. apt approx 18x12
Feb 2, 2012
Resolve - Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by building dept records noted: main 3 story structure has letter of no objection for 3 class'a' apts issued 9/26/10 observed additional apt in single story front section of
Feb 2, 2012
Resolve
Complaints
- Electric
Power outage
Aug 16, 2026 · Apt 3
Close - Electric
Power outage
Aug 14, 2026 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Aug 14, 2026 · Apt 3
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Aug 14, 2026 · Apt 3
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Aug 14, 2026 · Apt 3
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Jul 28, 2026 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 28, 2026 · Apt 2
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
May 12, 2025 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 12, 2025 · Apt 1R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 12, 2025 · Apt 1R
Close
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- General
Cooking gas
May 12, 2025 · Apt 1R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 18, 2025 · Apt APT2
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Feb 18, 2025 · Apt APT2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 27, 2025 · Apt APT2
Close - General
Cooking gas
Jan 27, 2025 · Apt APT2
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 27, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Cooking gas
Jan 27, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Cooking gas
Nov 21, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 21, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Nov 21, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
No lighting
Nov 21, 2024 · Apt 2NDFLO
Close - General
Cooking gas
Oct 15, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 15, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 11, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 11, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 15, 2023 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 15, 2023 · Apt 1
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Mar 15, 2023 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 15, 2023 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 20, 2022 · Apt 2NDFLO
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Nov 4, 2022 · Apt 2
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Feb 2, 2021 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 2, 2021 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Power outage
Jul 27, 2020 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 31, 2020 · Apt SECOND
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 21, 2019 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 21, 2019 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 21, 2019 · Apt 1
Close - Door/window
Window frame
May 21, 2019 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 21, 2019 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
May 21, 2019 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 9, 2018 · Apt 3
Close - General
Mailbox
Apr 30, 2018 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 4, 2018 · Apt 3
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 25, 2018 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 25, 2018 · Apt 3
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 25, 2018 · Apt 3
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 25, 2018 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 25, 2018 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 25, 2018 · Apt 3
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C0)
- Year built
- 1905
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 3
- Building area
- 2,060 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,375 ft²
- Zoning
- R5
- Community board
- 211
- Council district
- 13
- Block / lot
- 4019 / 32
- Assessed value
- $45,360
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #220445, last renewed Sep 7, 2018.
Questions about 537 Van Nest Avenue
Who owns 537 Van Nest Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Sherhan, Mutea.
Does 537 Van Nest Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 132 housing violations at this property.
Is 537 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 537 Van Nest Avenue built?
City records list 1905 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 537 Van Nest 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.