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2535 Matthews Avenue

Bronx, NY 10467BBL 2-04440-0043Map

Owner of record: Chen, Jin Kong

2535 Matthews Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1935 in Bronx, 10467. It has 3 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Chen, Jin Kong. HPD has recorded 32 housing violations here, most recently on June 5, 2025. 17 of the 32 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
32
DOB violations
0
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
9

What to know

Concern
6 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Jun 5, 2025

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 · 32

  • 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
  • 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

    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 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 17, 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
  • 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 11, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • 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
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 30, 2017 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, apartment at west

    Oct 30, 2017 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Oct 30, 2017 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures located at apt 1fl, 1st story

    Oct 14, 2017 · Apt 1FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system . door locked at basement

    Oct 14, 2017

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 public hall, 1st story

    Oct 14, 2017

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 12, 2017 · Apt 1FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... approx 15 sq. ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 12, 2017 · Apt 1FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective regroute ceramic wall tiles around bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 12, 2017 · Apt 1FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 12, 2017 · Apt 1FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 12, 2017 · Apt 1FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing concrete hand rail at south stairs in front of building

    Sep 12, 2017

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Sep 12, 2017

    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.

    Sep 12, 2017

    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.

    Sep 12, 2017

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 frame

    Sep 12, 2017

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 or near mailboxes and at boiler room door (2 signs requiered)

    Sep 12, 2017

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at boiler room, 1st story

    Sep 12, 2017

    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.

    Oct 31, 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 4, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 0

No DOB violations on record

ECB violations · 2

  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. at time of inspection noted the down spout at exposure #2 runs the entire length of house and drains out onto the pedestrian walkway., repair and/or replac

    Jun 20, 2019

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Plumbing work w/o a permit found at location 3 new weil mclain boilers and 3 new hot water heaters gas installed w/o a permit (photos taken)remedy: obtain a permit and arrange for inspection with this dept

    May 14, 2008 · Penalty $800

    Active

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 6, 2026 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 17, 2026 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jul 10, 2025 · Apt BASEME

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Jan 17, 2018 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 27, 2017 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 13, 2017 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Sep 11, 2017 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jun 6, 2017 · Apt 2NDFL

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 21, 2017 · Apt 2FL

    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
1935
Floors
2
Residential units
3
Building area
4,221 ft²
Lot area
5,000 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
211
Council district
13
Block / lot
4440 / 43
Assessed value
$77,040
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #210321, last renewed Jul 7, 2025.

Questions about 2535 Matthews Avenue

Who owns 2535 Matthews Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Chen, Jin Kong.

Does 2535 Matthews Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 32 housing violations at this property.

Is 2535 Matthews 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 2535 Matthews Avenue built?

City records list 1935 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 2535 Matthews 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.