149 East 97th Street, Manhattan, NY 10029

149 East 97th Street is a 5-story, 10-unit Old Law Tenement building constructed in 1910, currently owned by 97 Lexington Corp. The property has experienced a range of maintenance issues in recent years, with the most significant concentration of problems occurring in 2023. Notably, Apartment 1E has multiple open violations as of August 2023, including issues with mold, pest infestation, electrical outlets, window mechanics, and various plaster/paint conditions.

The building underwent several inspections in 2023, with some complaints initially resulting in violations or emergency designations, though many were ultimately closed without violations. A concerning structural issue was reported in April 2023 regarding building shaking and stability, which resulted in a violation being served. The building's maintenance history shows recurring issues with sanitary conditions, particularly concerning garbage/recycling storage, though not all complaints were able to be investigated due to access issues.

Exterior maintenance appears to be a current concern, with an active violation from April 2023 regarding missing bricks and damaged entry stairs, carrying a $1,250 penalty. While the building has had some rodent activity as indicated by multiple bait applications in 2023, recent rodent inspections in 2025 show improved conditions with passing results. The property has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations since 2018, with no reported cases in recent years. The heat and hot water issues reported in October 2022 were resolved, though these basic services remain a fundamental concern for tenants.