2119 1st Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10029
The five-story, 12-unit tenement building at 2119 1st Avenue in East Harlem, owned by Nicholas Lettire and constructed in 1920, has experienced several notable issues in recent years. Most concerning is the July 2024 incident involving illegal occupancy in Apartment 3W, which resulted in multiple violations including failure to maintain required fire safety systems (sprinkler system and fire alarm), obstructed fire escape, and unauthorized unit modifications, though these violations were subsequently resolved with fines totaling $12,500. The building has a persistent history of water-related issues, with multiple complaints between 2019 and 2022 regarding heavy flow leaks and damp spots, including a November 2022 complaint that was not able to be inspected.
Health and safety concerns have also been documented, with 2019 violations in Apartment 5S for missing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, window guards, and other safety equipment, though these issues were certified as corrected. The property has undergone various inspections and faced different challenges over time, including plumbing issues, pest problems, and regulatory compliance matters. Recent inspections show improved conditions, with rodent inspections in late 2024 and 2025 passing, and a consecutive series of bedbug reports from 2019-2024 showing no infestations.
The building's maintenance history includes numerous 311 complaints and Housing Maintenance Code violations between 2018 and 2024, though many relate to the inability of agencies to access units for inspection. The most recent significant complaint involved an illegal hotel room situation in 2024, which was addressed and resolved. Historical data shows periodic water leaks, pest issues, and various maintenance concerns, but recent years suggest improved compliance with regular inspections showing fewer violations.
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Building Characteristics
| Total units | 12 |
|---|---|
| Year built | 1920 |
| Total area | 10626 sq ft |
| Floors | 5 |
| Tax Abatements | None |
| Building Class | OLD LAW TENEMENT |

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- 2119 1st Ave, New York, NY 10029
- 348 East 109th St, New York, NY 10029
- 344 East 109th St, New York, NY 10029
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