85 East 3rd Street, Manhattan, NY 10003

85 East 3rd Street is a five-story, 20-unit old law tenement building constructed in 1910 and currently owned by Rochelle Dreyfuss. The building has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues, with multiple complaints filed through 311 between 2024-2024, particularly during the summer months, though some complaints were resolved when tenants reported restoration of service. A concerning pattern of access issues was noted in several inspections, where HPD could not gain entry to verify the reported problems.

The building had a significant boiler-related violation in May 2022, with multiple safety concerns documented including a clogged discharge pipe, corroded components, and a missing cleanout door, which resulted in a penalty of $310. In 2021, violations were issued for water-related issues in apartment E1, requiring repairs to address leaks in the ceiling and roof. The property has demonstrated good pest control management, with bedbug reports showing zero infestations across multiple annual filings from 2019 through 2024.

Recent rodent inspections have generally been passed, with the most recent inspection in April 2025 showing compliance, though there was a failed inspection in October 2024. The building has maintained consistent reporting showing no recorded bedbug infestations over the past several years, suggesting effective pest management practices. While the heat and hot water issues present a recurring maintenance challenge, the property has generally addressed violations when issued, with most being closed after certification of repairs.