265 Cherry Street, Manhattan, NY 10002

265 Cherry Street is a 26-story, 490-unit residential building constructed in 1979, currently owned by 265-275 Cherry Street Ny Owner Lp. The property has experienced persistent maintenance issues in recent months, particularly regarding water-related problems. Between February and April 2025, there were multiple complaints about water leaks, including heavy and slow leaks, along with plumbing issues affecting bathtubs/showers.

The building has also faced recurring heating problems, with complaints about both apartment-specific and building-wide heat/hot water issues in March and April 2025. Additional maintenance concerns were documented in 2025, including unsanitary conditions related to mold, flooring problems, and an appliance issue involving a refrigerator. The building's history reveals several concerning patterns, including multiple violations related to construction safety in 2023, particularly during facade work involving Xinos Construction Corp. These violations involved unsafe scaffold installations and worker certifications.

The property has also been subject to various maintenance violations, including issues with windows, doors, and flooring in multiple apartments documented throughout 2022-2024. Recent rodent activity has been consistently documented throughout 2025, with multiple bait applications recorded between March and July 2025. While the building maintains an active Bedbug Reporting system with zero reported infestations since 2020, the persistent nature of current maintenance issues raises concerns about overall building upkeep and resident comfort. The Department of Buildings has issued several penalties related to facade maintenance, with a minimum penalty of $2,500 noted in 2024 for failure to maintain exterior building facade and appurtenances, though some violations have been dismissed or resolved.