120 West 71st Street, Manhattan, NY 10023

120 West 71st Street is a 4-story, 10-unit converted Class A apartment building located in Manhattan's Upper West Side, constructed in 1886 and currently owned by Steven Kirschner. The property has experienced persistent maintenance challenges over recent years, most notably with rodent infestations. Between 2023 and 2024, there were multiple documented rat sightings and bait applications (at least 7 instances), with the most recent inspections in mid-2024 still showing active rat activity. The building has also faced recurring issues with water damage and mold, particularly affecting basement Apartment 1R, where inspections in late 2021 revealed problems with water leaks, mold (approx.

10 sq. ft. in ceiling and wall), and defective plastered surfaces. This apartment also had violations related to lead-based paint hazards in 2022 affecting both the kitchen and bathroom ceilings.

More recent complaints from August 2023 indicate ongoing maintenance issues, including problems with ceilings (both paint/plaster and unsanitary conditions), though these inspections could not be completed due to access issues. The building has experienced various other maintenance problems since 2019, including door/window issues in March 2019 (emergency), followed by multiple water-related complaints in late 2021. Despite these challenges, the property has maintained consistent bedbug reporting compliance from 2019 through 2025, with no reported infestations during these periods, showing effective pest management in this regard. The building's violations and complaints history indicates a pattern of water-related issues, structural maintenance needs, and pest control challenges requiring ongoing attention.