344 East 50th Street, Manhattan, NY 10022

344 East 50th Street, a 4-story, 15-unit residential building constructed in 1920 and currently operated as The Beekman Condominium, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over recent years, with the most pressing being recurring heating and plumbing problems. Most recently, in January 2025, there was a heat/hot water complaint affecting the entire building, though inspectors were unable to gain access to verify the situation. Similar heating issues were reported in 2019.

In March 2023, multiple violations were documented, particularly affecting the Garden apartment area, including water leaks, mold, and several maintenance issues requiring attention to doors, walls, and ceilings. The building has also faced recurring electrical safety concerns, with multiple Department of Buildings complaints in 2023 regarding defective/exposed wiring, though inspections generally found no violations at the time. The property has undergone several inspections and received various violations related to building maintenance compliance.

Notably, in 2023, there were violations regarding temporary electrical connections and water leaks that resulted in penalties, though the fines were ultimately resolved. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of water-related issues, including leaks and ceiling damage, particularly affecting first-floor units. However, it's worth noting that the building has consistently passed rodent inspections, with the most recent passed inspections occurring in 2025 and 2024, though there were instances of rat activity reported in early 2024. The bedbug reporting history shows no infestation or extermination activity during its required reporting periods from 2019 to 2025, suggesting this is not currently an issue in the building.