488 Amsterdam Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10024

488 Amsterdam Avenue is a five-story, 8-unit Old Law Tenement building located in Manhattan's Upper West Side, built in 1890 and currently owned by Zalmen Biederman. The property has experienced recurring heat and hot water system issues, with at least eight documented complaints between late 2024 and early 2025, particularly during the winter months when these systems are critical.

More recently, there was a door-related complaint in April 2025 that required HPD inspection, though the inspector was unable to gain access. The building has multiple open violations as of September 2023, including concerns about door safety features, building entrance conditions, and an outstanding requirement to file annual bedbug reports. Significantly, the building has accumulated several active Department of Buildings (DOB) violations related to the failure to file required external low-pressure inspections between 2018 and 2023, suggesting potential maintenance oversight.

However, the building has consistently passed rodent inspections from 2018 through 2025, indicating effective pest control measures. Earlier issues included water leaks and sanitary concerns in 2024, though these were resolved. While the building has multiple open violations requiring attention, it's worth noting that many recent HPD complaints have been promptly addressed, with inspectors verifying corrections in multiple instances, particularly regarding the heat and hot water problems.