57 East 97th Street, Manhattan, NY 10029
57 East 97th Street is a 6-story, 24-unit New Law tenement building constructed in 1920, currently owned by Bradley Rinzler. The building has experienced recurring maintenance and safety issues over the past two years, with multiple complaints regarding heat/hot water problems, safety equipment (smoke and carbon monoxide detectors), and unsanitary conditions including pests and mold. Most concerning are the recent rodent activity patterns, with inspections in 2025 (most recently in May) consistently finding evidence of rats, though bait was applied in April 2025.
The building has also faced challenges with building systems, including multiple heat/hot water complaints in late 2024 and early 2025, and an unresolved violation from December 2024 regarding a rodent infestation at the building's front area. Unit 6, identified during a July 2024 inspection, has numerous documented maintenance issues requiring attention, including problems with plumbing fixtures, water leaks, and mold. The property has undergone regular safety inspections under Local Law 188/17, with the most recent inspections in December 2024 showing no violations.
Historical data shows periodic bedbug issues, with one infested unit reported in 2022-2023, though subsequent filings (2023-2024) showed no infestations. Previous facade work in 2021 resulted in violations regarding sidewalk shed maintenance, which were later resolved. The building has maintained compliance with various safety inspections, typically passing unless specific issues were identified that required follow-up. Recent inspections and complaints suggest ongoing challenges with pest control and building systems that continue to require attention.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 24 |
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Year built | 1920 |
Total area | 19176 sq ft |
Floors | 6 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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