51 East 122nd Street, Manhattan, NY 10035

51 East 122nd Street in East Harlem is a 6-story, 135-unit residential building constructed in 1994, currently owned by Heather Johnson. The property has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues, with multiple emergency complaints filed in early 2025, including three in January alone. Prior to these issues, there were also heating concerns reported in December 2024 and November 2024.

The building has a documented history of various maintenance challenges between 2023-2025, including water leaks (September 2023), and unsanitary conditions involving pests and mold (October 2023). The building's most recent rodent inspection in February 2025 passed, following a failed inspection in February 2024, though there was previous rat activity noted in August 2022. In terms of infrastructure, there are unresolved electrical issues in Apartment 109 from December 2022, including multiple violations related to electrical fixtures, switches, and outlets.

The building has maintained a clean bedbug report record since 2018, with no reported infestations in the past six reporting periods (2018-2024). Recent Department of Buildings inspections in 2024 and 2025 found no violations regarding gas hook-ups, building stability, or other major concerns. While the building has experienced various maintenance issues, most complaints have been addressed promptly, though the recurring nature of heating system problems remains a significant concern for residents. Regular rodent inspections indicate ongoing monitoring of pest control measures within the building.