202 Grand Concourse
Composite verdict
This is a 2-floor office building built in 1966, owned by CORNER 138 ST. INC, with zero residential units on record — meaning HPD registration data and rent stabilization data are both unavailable, as neither applies to a commercial property. If you are being offered a residential lease here, that is itself a significant red flag worth investigating before signing anything. The surrounding area shows a C-grade crime score (37 incidents, including 5 violent offenses and 6 petit larceny cases), a noise grade of F with 123 noise complaints in the past 12 months, and 736 total 311 calls in the area — with 92 dirty condition complaints and 40 panhandling complaints among the top types.
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- This building is classified as a 2-floor office property with 0 residential units — what is the legal basis for offering a residential lease here, and can you provide a copy of the certificate of occupancy showing residential use is permitted?
- HPD has no registration on file for this building, which is consistent with its commercial classification — if you are renting residentially, who is the responsible party for maintenance and repairs, and how are those obligations documented in the lease?
- Crime data shows 5 violent offenses and 6 petit larceny incidents nearby, with a C grade (score 62) — what security measures are in place at the building, including locks, intercom, lighting, and cameras?
- 311 records show 123 noise complaints in the past 12 months earning an F grade for 'very high noise activity,' with 84 residential and 25 vehicle noise complaints — how is noise managed in and around the building, and what soundproofing exists between the space and street level?
- There were 92 'Dirty Condition' and 40 'Panhandling' complaints in the area over the past year — what does the immediate block and building entrance look like on a typical weekday, and how is the exterior maintained?
- Rent stabilization data is unavailable because this BBL is not in the WoW database — can the landlord provide documentation of the unit's rent history, any prior tenants, and the legal regulated rent if applicable?
- Confirm the physical condition and signage of the building at street level — a 1966 office building being offered as residential should show clear evidence of a legal residential conversion, including proper egress, ventilation, and habitable conditions in the space itself.
- Walk the immediate block on Grand Concourse at the time of day you would typically be coming and going — the 66% daytime crime ratio, 40 panhandling complaints, and F-grade noise score make firsthand observation of foot traffic, lighting, and street conditions essential.
- Check common areas, stairwells, and any shared facilities for signs of deferred maintenance consistent with a 60-year-old building — look specifically at plumbing fixtures, electrical panels, and HVAC equipment, since no HPD inspection history is available to flag prior issues.
202 Grand Concourse sits in Bronx, ZIP 10451. The closest subway is 138 St-Grand Concourse (4,5) (1-minute walk), served by the 2, 4, 5, and 6 lines. Within an 800-meter walk you'll find 15 restaurants, 1 cafe, 8 groceries, and 1 pharmacy — a walkable-errands grade of A. Nearby public schools include Global Community Charter School (grades K to 5), a 8-minute walk. Noise activity over the past 12 months is very high noise activity — 123 noise complaints filed via 311, mostly residential noise. NYPD CompStat data places this precinct at a 62/100 safety score.
- Mar 4, 2020 "FAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION"
- Feb 5, 2020 "FAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION"
- Oct 1, 2019 "FAILED TO FILE CYCLE 1 TECHNICAL REPORT BY 12/31/2018 PER RCNY 103-09"
- PARK AVENUE INTERIORS, INC.
- 138 PETROLEUM LLC
- NEW YORKER WAREHOUSE CO. INC.
- Global Community Charter School
- P.S. 197 John B. Russwurm
- 138 St-Grand Concourse (4,5)
- 3 Av-138 St (6)
- 149 St-Grand Concourse (2,4,5)
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