118 1st Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10009
Set in the historic East Village neighborhood, 118 1st Avenue is a 5-story, 4-unit tenement building built in 1853 and currently owned by Baldev Vadehra. The property has experienced numerous maintenance and safety issues in recent years, with particularly concerning violations in 2024-2025 including illegal re-occupancy of vacated units, failure to maintain basic services, and multiple violations regarding building safety codes. Most recently, between January-February 2025, there were violations related to doors/windows, electrical systems, and wall/ceiling conditions, with some units experiencing drainage and plumbing issues as evidenced by multiple water leak complaints throughout 2024.
The building has active Environmental Control Board violations from late 2024 related to failure to comply with vacate orders and problems with the bell buzzer/intercom system, while earlier violations from 2023-2024 highlight concerns about building maintenance, including issues with window lintels, overhead signs, and gas piping. The property has been subject to repeated complaints about various systems and maintenance issues, including a concerning pattern of violations regarding unauthorized unit re-occupancy and failure to maintain proper safety systems. While there have been successful rodent inspections as recent as May 2025, there have been periods of pest-related complaints, including a failed inspection in November 2024.
The building's maintenance history shows a mix of resolved and ongoing issues, with multiple service requests resulting in violations that required attention from property management. Recent bedbug reports from 2021-2025 indicate no infestations during their respective reporting periods, suggesting at least some level of pest management compliance. The property's history of illegal conversions and occupancy violations reflects significant challenges with maintaining proper compliance with housing regulations, as evidenced by multiple violation citations and substantial penalties.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 4 |
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Year built | 1853 |
Total area | 5080 sq ft |
Floors | 5 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | OLD LAW TENEMENT |

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- 118 1st Ave, New York, NY 10009
- 91 East 7th St, New York, NY 10009
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