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1579 Rhinelander Avenue

Bronx, NY 10461BBL 2-04222-0084Map

Owner of record: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

1579 Rhinelander Avenue is an elevator apartment building built in 1961 in Bronx, 10461. It has 130 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is Albert Einstein College Of Medicine. HPD has recorded 42 housing violations here, most recently on April 30, 2026. 27 of the 42 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
42
DOB violations
39
ECB violations
10
HPD complaints
9

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 · 42

  • 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 17, 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
  • 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 25, 2024

    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.

    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 3, 2022

    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 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

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at celing and north. wall in the 4th room from east at north located at apt 4p, 4th story, 4th apartment from west at north , 1st section from north at east

    Sep 25, 2021 · Apt 4P

    Open — Invalid certification
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation window frame at north in the 4th room from east at north located at apt 4p, 4th story, 4th apartment from west at north , 1st section from north at east

    Sep 25, 2021 · Apt 4P

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    Code: arrange and make self-closing the doors .. in the entrance located at apt 4p, 4th story, 4th apartment from west at north , 1st section from north at east

    Sep 25, 2021 · Apt 4P

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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
  • 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.

    Nov 14, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 5, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 frame missing at public hall, 1st story

    May 14, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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

    May 14, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box sign missing at public hall, 1st story

    May 14, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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. at public hall, 1st story

    May 14, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    May 14, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper. at public hall, 1st story

    May 14, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 at boiler room door & at public hall, 1st story

    May 14, 2017

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors .. in the entrance located at apt 4f, 4th story, 3rd apartment from south at west , section at west

    May 14, 2017 · Apt 4F

    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
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective regrount tile walls at tub 1st sty west apt 1e bathroom west section. , section '' ''

    Sep 20, 1990 · Apt 1E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin water bugs 1st sty west apt 1e west section. , section '' ''

    Sep 20, 1990 · Apt 1E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder lock on door entrance 1st sty west apt 1e west section. , section '' ''

    Sep 20, 1990 · Apt 1E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination west pub hall bulkhead.

    Jul 10, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors 2 & 4 sty pub hall west section.

    Jul 10, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective pub hall bulkhead door west section.

    Jul 10, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Install and maintain sufficient light or lights of at least 100 watts incandescent or equivalent each, to light adequately from sunset to sunrise the est yard & rear yard.

    Jul 10, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 6 sty northeast apt 6c nelson east section. , section '' ''

    Oct 12, 1988 · Apt 6C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance to 2 sty center west apt 2j. , section '' ''

    Aug 11, 1988 · Apt 2J

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures 6th sty center east apt 6a kitchen & bathroom. , section '' ''

    Jan 29, 1988 · Apt 6A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated lock at door street to vestibule.

    Mar 2, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes shruberry obstructing drop ladders at front all stacks.

    Jul 26, 1977

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the boiler room at cellar.

    Jul 26, 1977

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code provide safe landing for drop ladder of front east fire escape.

    Jul 26, 1977

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls public hall bulkhead west section.

    Jul 26, 1977

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors fire stairs 6th sty west section.

    Jul 26, 1977

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 39

  • Failure to post energy grade/score none

    Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3

    May 31, 2022

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 16, 2021

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 16, 2021

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Jun 2, 2021

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Dec 9, 2020

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Dec 9, 2020

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    May 2, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 3, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 3, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 16, 2017

    Dob violation - resolved
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 16, 2017

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst

    Nov 14, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst

    Nov 14, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 13, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 13, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required

    Failed to file fisp cycle 7c technical report by 02/21/2013

    Dec 31, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 9, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 9, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 4, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 4, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 2, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 2, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 24, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 24, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 24, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Feb 27, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 19, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 19, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Facade facade optional

    Ll11/98-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional

    Jan 11, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Facade facade optional

    Ll1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional

    Nov 30, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 21, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 21, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 1, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 1, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 17, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 14, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Jan 13, 1997

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Jan 13, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 17, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 10

  • Class - 2

    Failure ot maintain exterior facade and appurtenances. observed damaged/open mortar joints. at exposure #3 (north), cracked bricks at exposures #1 (south) and exposure #3 (north) and cracking at balcony slabs a

    Nov 16, 2023

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to submit an acceptable required cycle 8c report of critical examination documenting condition of exterior wall and appurtenances required by 28-302.4 for control#808601.remedy:submit acceptable require

    Oct 19, 2022

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain exterior building facade and appurtenances.at the time of inspection observed at exposure#1 and partial exposure#3 crackand degraded mortar joint multiple location,also spalled concrete balc

    Feb 22, 2022 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Class 1 missing governor electric safety switch remedy; provide and install

    Sep 8, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Class 1 provide and install governor electric safety switch,

    Sep 8, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file an amended sixth round report acceptable to this dept.indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in inital local law 11/98 report remedy:file an amended report following remedial repa

    Dec 5, 2008 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain exterior bldg.north elevation show step cracks,separating & deteriorating in the chimney facade east elevation show the step cracks in parapet facade interior.remedy:maintain exterior bldg

    Oct 7, 2008

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o permit.work noted:work is being performed to remedy recomendation by architect walter sedovic.there is spalling concrete from undersurface of terraces.the unsafe condition are at southeast corner 2,3,4

    Jan 19, 2008 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to provide a system of automatic sprinklers where required.no sprinkler over dryers in laundry room.remedy:provide automatic sprinklers and obtain permit and arrange ins with this dept

    Jul 16, 2005 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Installation of plumbing materials do not comply with rs-16 flex connectors to dryers in laundry room must be hard piped remedy:remove now complying material and obtain permit and arrange ins with this dept

    Jul 16, 2005 · Penalty $400

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 17, 2021 · Apt 4P

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Sep 17, 2021 · Apt 4P

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Sep 8, 2021 · Apt 4P

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 4, 2017 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 16, 2011 · Apt 4Q

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 15, 2010 · Apt 2P

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 2, 2006 · Apt 3M

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 2, 2006 · Apt 3M

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 2, 2006 · Apt 3M

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Elevator apartment building (D3)
Year built
1961
Floors
6
Residential units
130
Building area
140,628 ft²
Lot area
52,200 ft²
Zoning
R6A
Community board
211
Council district
13
Block / lot
4222 / 84
Assessed value
$4,041,000
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #221297, last renewed Mar 1, 2024.

Questions about 1579 Rhinelander Avenue

Who owns 1579 Rhinelander Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Albert Einstein College Of Medicine.

Does 1579 Rhinelander Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 42 housing violations at this property.

Is 1579 Rhinelander 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 1579 Rhinelander Avenue built?

City records list 1961 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 1579 Rhinelander Avenue?

It has 130 residential units.

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