286 East 161 Street,Bronx, NY 10451
204 Units
•Built in 1980
•8 Floors
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In the past three years, this building had:
482 complaints
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Open Violations
A violation is issued to a building when a city inspector from
NYC's Department of Housing Preservation and Development validates and confirms a complaint made to 311.
The violations listed below are open violations that have yet to be addressed or have not been confirmed
as resolved by the city.
This building has a total of 365 violations which is 1.78 violations per unit for their entire portfolio.
That is worse than the city average, which is 0.81 violations per unit.
Non-hazardous
75Class A
Non-Hazardous violations (i.e. no peephole on a door, or no street # on the building)
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Hazardous
211Class B
Hazardous violations (i.e. smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting)
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Immediately-hazardous
79Class C
Immediately Hazardous (i.e. rodents, inadequate heat or hot water)
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Approval DateDescriptionCurrent Status
Apr 02, 2024(a) § hmc: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.Nov sent out
Mar 06, 2024§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 8th story, section ''center''Nov sent out
Mar 06, 2024§ 27-2017.3 hmc: trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 4 sq ft under sink base cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 6th apartment from east at south , section ''center''Notice of issuance sent to tenant
Jan 08, 2024§ 27-2017.3 hmc: trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 5sqft at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 4l, 4th story, 4th apartment from north at east , section at westNotice of issuance sent to tenant
Oct 19, 2023§ 27-2011 adm code cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the at ceramic wall tiles at north, east, and south walls in the bathroom located at apt 4p, 4th story, 3rd apartment from south at west , section at eastNov sent out
Oct 19, 2023§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling walls trims and baseboard moldings including inside of closets throughout in the foyer located at apt 4p, 4th story, 3rd apartment from south at west , section at eastNov sent out
Jul 16, 2023§ 27-2005 hmc: refit closet door in the private hallway located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at northNov sent out
May 12, 2023Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling and all wall in the entire apartment located at apt 4p, 4th story, 3rd apartment from south at westNov sent out
Feb 02, 2023Section 27-2005 adm code refit closet door in the private hallway located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at north , 1st section from south at westNov sent out
Jan 03, 2023Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at north , 1st section from west at northwestNov sent out
Jan 03, 2023Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceilings and all walls in the entire apartment located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at north , 1st section from west at northwestNov sent out
Jan 03, 2023Section 27-2005 adm code refit doors at closet in the foyer located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at north , 1st section from west at northwestNov sent out
Nov 04, 2022Section 27-2026 adm code replace with new the defective flush pipe of water closet at bowl in the bathroom located at apt 7l, 7th story, 4th apartment from east at southNov sent out
Oct 17, 2022Section 27-2005 adm code refit bi fold doors at closet in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at north , 1st section from south at westNov sent out
Oct 17, 2022Section 27-2005 adm code refit doors at closet in the foyer located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at north , 1st section from south at westNov sent out
Oct 17, 2022Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceilings and all walls in the entire apartment located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at north , 1st section from south at westNov sent out
Oct 14, 2022Section 27-2005 adm code refit closet doors in the 1st room from east located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at northNov sent out
Sep 27, 2022Section 27-2005 adm code refit sliding closet doors in the 1st room from east located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at northNov sent out
Sep 27, 2022Section 27-2005 adm code refit sliding closet doors in the foyer located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at northNov sent out
Sep 27, 2022Section 27-2005 adm code properly repair the broken or defective mortise key lock and assembly at door in the entrance located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at northNov sent out
Sep 27, 2022Section 27-2042 adm code provide a mirror in self-service elevator arranged so as to enable a person entering, to view inside of elevator number at west sectionNov sent out
Sep 18, 2022Section 27-2005 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of broken vinyl floor tiles creting a trip hazard at public hall, 1st storyNov sent out
Sep 18, 2022Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 8th storyNov sent out
Sep 07, 2022Section 27-2005 adm code refit closet doors in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from south at westNov sent out
Sep 07, 2022Section 27-2005 adm code refit closet doors in the foyer located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from south at westNov sent out
Sep 07, 2022Section 27-2005 adm code properly repair the broken or defective wood entrance door in the 3rd room from east located at apt 8g, 8th story, 3rd apartment from east at southNov sent out
Sep 07, 2022Section 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceilings & walls thruout in the entire apartment located at apt 8g, 8th story, 3rd apartment from east at southNov sent out
Sep 07, 2022Section 27-2005 adm code properly repair the broken or defective wood bracket shelving support at closet interior in the 1st room from east located at apt 8g, 8th story, 3rd apartment from east at southNov sent out
Sep 07, 2022Section 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling & walls in the bathroom located at apt 6x, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at northNov sent out
Sep 07, 2022Section 27-2005 adm code replace with new the missing glass cover at ceiling light fixture in the private hallway located at apt 6x, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at northNov sent out
Aug 19, 2022Section 27-2005 adm code replace with new the broken or defective door at closet in the 3rd room from east at south located at apt 8g, 8th story, 3rd apartment from east at south , 3rd section from south at westNov sent out
Aug 19, 2022Section 27-2005 adm code replace with new the broken or defective wood saddle at entrance in the 3rd room from east at south located at apt 8g, 8th story, 3rd apartment from east at south , 3rd section from south at westNov sent out
Aug 14, 2022Section 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 8g, 8th story, 3rd apartment from east at south , 3rd section from south at westNov sent out
Jul 12, 2022Section 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the foyer located at apt 8k, 8th story, 3rd apartment from north at east , section at westNov sent out
Jul 12, 2022Section 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 8k, 8th story, 3rd apartment from north at east , section at westNov sent out
Jul 12, 2022Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 8k, 8th story, 3rd apartment from north at east , section at westNov sent out
Jul 12, 2022Section 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt 8k, 8th story, 3rd apartment from north at east , section at westNov sent out
Jul 12, 2022Section 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 3rd private hallway from north located at apt 8k, 8th story, 3rd apartment from north at east , section at westNov sent out
Jun 26, 2022Section 27-2005 adm code properly repair the broken or defective closet wood door at east wall in the foyer located at apt 8t, 8th story, 3rd apartment from west at north , section ''west''Nov sent out
May 25, 2022Section 27-2053 adm code post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper.Nov sent out
Mar 02, 2022Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section ''west''Nov sent out
Dec 01, 2021Section 27-2005 adm code refit upper and lower window sashes in the 1st room from east located at apt 4p, 4th story, 3rd apartment from south at westNov sent out
Oct 07, 2021Section 27-2005 adm code refit door in the entrance located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at northInvalid certification
Sep 13, 2021Section 27-2005 adm code properly repair the broken or defective closet door in the foyer located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at northInvalid certification
Sep 13, 2021Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at northInvalid certification
Sep 13, 2021Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at all walls in the entire apartment located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at northInvalid certification
Sep 13, 2021Section 27-2005 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulk around the bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at northInvalid certification
Sep 04, 2021Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at northInvalid certification
Sep 04, 2021Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling and walls in the kitchen located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at northInvalid certification
Sep 04, 2021Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling and all walls in the 1st room from east located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at northInvalid certification
Sep 04, 2021Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling and walls in the 2nd room from east located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at northInvalid certification
Sep 04, 2021Section 27-2005 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles in the foyer located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at northInvalid certification
Sep 04, 2021Section 27-2005 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective grout the south, east and west walls in the bathroom located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at northInvalid certification
Sep 03, 2021Section 27-2005 adm code properly repair the broken or defective grouting at ceramic tiles at all walls in the bathroom located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at northInvalid certification
Aug 26, 2021Section 27-2005 adm code properly repair the broken or defective electrical outlet at south wall in the kitchen located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at northInvalid certification
Aug 04, 2021Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at northInvalid certification
Aug 04, 2021Section 27-2005 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelaine enamal glaze at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at northNov sent out
Aug 04, 2021Section 27-2005 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at northInvalid certification
Jul 25, 2021Section 27-2026 adm code reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl .. in the bathroom located at apt 8t, 8th story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section ''northwest''Nov sent out
Feb 21, 2020Section 27-2005 adm code replace with new the broken or defective rubber gasket on refrigerator door in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 4th apartment from south at west , section at westNov sent out
Jul 02, 2018Section 27-2005 adm code properly repair the broken or defective mortise lock at door in the entrance located at apt 7l, 7th story, 4th apartment from north at eastFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Jul 02, 2018Section 27-2005 adm code refit doors at west closet ''off track'' in the 2nd room from north located at apt 7l, 7th story, 4th apartment from north at eastFirst no access to re- inspect violation
May 13, 2018Section 27-2005 adm code replace with new the missing electrical outlet safety cover caps at all sections at north, east, and west walls at public hall, 6th storyNot complied with
May 13, 2018Section 27-2005 adm code replace with new the missing electrical outlet safety cover caps at all sections at north, east, and west walls at public hall, 4th storyNot complied with
May 13, 2018Section 27-2005 adm code replace with new the missing electrical outlet safety cover caps at all sections at north, east, and west walls at public hall, 2nd storyNot complied with
Apr 15, 2018Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling's and wall's throughout in the entire apartment located at apt 8dd, 8th story, 2nd apartment from north at eastNot complied with
Mar 21, 2018Section 27-2005 adm code replace with new the missing electric outlet safety covers/caps at north and east walls at public hall, 1st storyNot complied with
Feb 16, 2018Section 27-2005 adm code replace with new the missing electric outlets safety covers/caps at public hall, 1st storyNot complied with
Feb 16, 2018Section 27-2005 adm code replace with new the missing electric outlets safety covers/caps at public hall, 3rd storyNot complied with
Jan 04, 2018Section 27-2005 adm code properly repair the broken or defective electric wall outlets in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 4th apartment from south at westNot complied with
Jan 04, 2018Section 27-2005 adm code properly repair the broken or defective closet doors in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at westNot complied with
Aug 28, 2017Section 27-2005 adm code replace with new the missing electrical outlet safety covers/caps at north, east wall at public hall, 1st storyNot complied with
Aug 28, 2017Section 27-2005 adm code replace with new the missing electrical outlet safety covers/caps at east wall at public hall, 2nd storyNot complied with
Jun 15, 2017Section 27-2005 adm code replace with new the missing electric outlet safety covers/caps at east wall at public hall, 1st storyNot complied with
Feb 02, 2016Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3bb, 3rd story, 10th apartment from west at north , section at northNot complied with
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Building Ratings
Water Pressure
Water Pressure: 5
Cleanliness
Cleanliness: 3
Pest Control
Pest Control: 2
Heat
Heat: 5
Noise Levels
Noise Levels: 4
Owner Responsiveness
Owner Responsiveness: 5
Neighbors
Neighbors: 5
Garbage Management
Garbage Management: 5
Renter Recommendations
60% of renters recommend this building
60% of renters approve of this owner
Rents and Deposits
95% of renters received their security deposits back
It HAS NOT been reported if this building accepts electronic rent payments.
Reviews
2.875 stars
The location is the only positive
Former Tenant
Pros:
Convient Location, Parking.
Cons:
No heat. Broken Elevators. Broken (c) openigloo...
Advice to owner:
Actually Manage the property
1 stars
This building should be condemned
Former Tenant
Pros:
I like to have my (c) openigloo own parking space.
Cons:
I don’t like how the (c) openigloo building is ...
Advice to owner:
Please hire people who are certified and knows ...