11 East 88th Street, Manhattan, NY 10128

11 East 88th Street is an 8-story, 25-unit residential building constructed in 1954 and currently owned by Nader Ohebshalom. The building has experienced significant maintenance issues in recent months, with multiple open complaints as of July 2025, including plumbing problems (sinks and water supply issues), door/window problems, and heat/hot water concerns. Specifically, there are currently four open plumbing complaints related to basins/sinks and water supply, as well as an open door complaint and heat/hot water issue.

The building has a documented history of elevator service problems, with multiple complaints between 2023-2025 regarding single device operation and no alternate service. Recent Housing Maintenance Code violations from 2024-2025 indicate various issues, primarily centered around Apartment 8B, including problems with carbon monoxide detectors, smoke detectors, and hot water temperatures exceeding the maximum allowed limits. The building underwent inspections in 2024-2025 revealing violations requiring attention, particularly in Apt 8B where issues with plastered surfaces, paint, and hot water were noted.

The property has maintained compliance with bedbug reporting requirements since 2018, with no confirmed infestations reported in the past seven filing periods. Rodent inspections conducted between 2010 and 2019 consistently passed, indicating effective pest management practices. While the building has experienced various maintenance issues over the years, recent complaints and violations suggest ongoing challenges with building systems and maintenance response times, particularly regarding plumbing and heating infrastructure. The elevator system has been a recurrent area of concern, with several complaints filed about its operation and emergency procedures.