158 West 84th Street, Manhattan, NY 10024

158 West 84th Street is a 5-story, 20-unit Old Law Tenement building located in the Upper West Side, constructed in 1900 and currently owned by Benjamin Ohebshalom. The building has faced several significant maintenance issues in recent years, most notably an ongoing open complaint since January 2025 regarding wall paint/plaster conditions. In 2024, there were multiple emergencies including heat/hot water problems (3A), door issues, and various plumbing concerns such as sink and shower problems. There is also a notable pattern of rodent-related complaints, with multiple sightings recorded between June and October 2024, prompting several inspections and bait applications.

The building has been cited for illegal duplex conversions in apartments 1B and 1C, with violations issued in September 2024 concerning the use of cellar-level rooms and unauthorized modifications including a spiral staircase. While previous bedbug infestations were recorded in 2022, recent reports from 2023-2024 show no current infestations, and several 311 complaints related to sanitary conditions, including garbage storage issues, have been logged and addressed. The property has undergone various inspections and received multiple violations and repair orders between 2023 and 2025, including issues with plumbing, electrical systems, and interior surfaces. Noteworthy recent maintenance work includes closed violations for an unsafe bathtub in apartment 5B, broken plaster issues, and a major rodent infestation violation. The building's history shows a pattern of recurring maintenance issues that require ongoing attention, particularly regarding plumbing, pest control, and unauthorized modifications.

The Department of Buildings has conducted several inspections regarding potential illegal conversions, with mixed results regarding finding violations. The property's permitted work history includes structural and electrical permits issued in 2018, suggesting some level of approved renovations took place. As of October 2023, the building's record shows multiple open and recently resolved complaints, particularly regarding paint/plaster conditions and previous plumbing issues. Recent inspections and management responses indicate ongoing efforts to address maintenance concerns, though the recurrence of similar issues suggests continued attention to building systems is necessary. The property's location and age are consistent with typical Upper West Side characteristics, though the record indicates some challenges with maintaining compliance with housing codes and addressing maintenance needs promptly.