175 2nd Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10003

175 2nd Avenue is a 6-story, 56-unit Class A residential building located in the East Village, constructed in 1935 and currently owned by Richard Mason. The property has experienced recurring maintenance challenges in recent years, with significant ongoing issues related to pests, including multiple rodent sightings throughout 2024 and 2025, and several reports of unsanitary conditions involving pests. Between April and June 2025, there were numerous complaints regarding cooking gas issues, heat and hot water problems, and appliance concerns, some of which were classified as emergencies.

The building has also faced infrastructure challenges, with an active violation noted in 2023 regarding the failure to maintain or properly repair an air conditioning unit at the 5th floor level, as well as ongoing concerns about a cracked entrance canopy observed in 2021 that prompted emergency work orders. The building's maintenance history reveals a pattern of persistent issues, particularly with building systems such as heat, hot water, and gas. Compliance inspections in 2025 have consistently revealed rat activity, indicating an ongoing pest control challenge despite the application of bait in 2024.

The property has complied with bedbug reporting requirements, showing no infestations reported in the past five years. Historical complaints from 2020-2022 suggest various structural and safety concerns, including issues with construction work, building debris, and facade maintenance. More recently, violations related to energy efficiency reporting requirements have emerged, with the building being cited for not filing required benchmarking reports and not displaying energy efficiency scores. While many past complaints have been resolved or closed, the frequency and variety of recent service requests indicate ongoing maintenance challenges that affect resident comfort and safety.