3 West 87th Street, Manhattan, NY 10024

3 West 87th Street is a 5-story, 20-unit Old Law Tenement building constructed in 1890, currently owned by Central Park West Realty LLC. The building has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the past several years, with the most recent concerns centered around water-related problems, including a heavy flow water leak reported in April 2024, and multiple plumbing issues affecting bathtubs/showers. There have been significant heat and hot water system problems documented as emergencies in 2020 and 2021, affecting both individual apartments and the entire building.

The boiler system has also been a recurring issue, with violations noted in both 2021 and 2023, including problems with leaks, flooding, and various safety concerns that resulted in penalties. The building has faced several quality-of-life challenges, including rodent activity as recently as 2024, with multiple baiting and compliance inspections indicating ongoing vermin control efforts. There are multiple open violations from 2020 related to building maintenance and safety requirements, including the need to maintain proper emergency equipment and repair various structural elements in Apartment 1A.

While the building has maintained a consistent record of zero bedbug infestations according to the annual reporting requirements, the property has shown patterns of unsanitary conditions and pest-related complaints. Various housing maintenance code violations have been documented, though many have been resolved through inspections and corrections. The building's management has generally responded to emergency complaints, with many issues being corrected following HPD inspections, though there have been instances where inspectors could not gain access to verify conditions.