665 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10022

665 Lexington Avenue is a 4-story, 6-unit residential building located in Midtown, built in 1920 and currently owned by Michael Agajan. The building has experienced several maintenance and compliance issues over the past several years, with the most recent concerns centered around heating systems, safety violations, and pest control. In 2025, there were two complaints regarding boiler issues, with one marked as defective/inoperative.

The building has shown recurring issues with its heating system, as evidenced by a 2021 HPD complaint affecting the entire building. Safety violations in 2021 were particularly concerning, affecting apartment F on the 4th floor, where multiple issues were documented including the need for smoke and carbon monoxide detector installation, window repairs, and a leaking roof. The building has maintained compliance with bedbug reporting requirements since 2021, with the most recent report from 2024 indicating no infested units or re-infestations over the previous year. The property has a history of regulatory scrutiny, particularly regarding its classification as a Class A multiple dwelling.

In 2019, there were significant violations noted regarding temporary/transient use of apartment E, including issues with fire alarm systems, means of egress, and sprinkler systems, though these violations were subsequently resolved. The building's infrastructure appears to be aging, with maintenance issues continuing to surface, as evidenced by the most recent rodent activity inspections in early 2025. While earlier rodent inspections showed consistent compliance with past requirements between 2010-2018, the recent findings suggest emerging challenges with pest management. The building has been diligent in addressing most violations promptly, as indicated by the "Closed" status on many historical complaints, though there remains a pattern of recurring maintenance issues that suggest ongoing challenges with building systems and infrastructure.