158 East 122nd Street, Manhattan, NY 10035

158 East 122nd Street is a 6-story, 60-unit residential building in East Harlem, constructed in 2002 and currently owned by Alex Rodriguez. The property has experienced recurring elevator issues, with the most recent problems documented in 2025 leading to multiple Oath Violations and a significant Environmental Control Board (ECB) violation with a $3,125 penalty for various elevator maintenance deficiencies, including in-car communication and emergency lighting problems. Between late 2024 and early 2025, the building faced a series of heat and hot water complaints, with at least four separate incidents in November-December 2024, though inspections confirmed restoration of services in some cases.

The building has also experienced multiple maintenance issues, including recent mold and cabinet problems reported in May 2025, though HPD inspections found no housing law violations. Earlier in 2024, the property dealt with rodent infestations in apartments #57 and #62, though these violations were subsequently certified as abated. The building's elevator system has a documented history of maintenance challenges, with complaints dating back to 2019 showing persistent service interruptions.

Recent inspections have passed for rodent control as of June 2025, and the building has consistently shown zero bedbug infestations in official reports from 2019 through 2024. While the property has experienced various maintenance issues over the years, including cabinet, door/window, and heating system problems, most violations have been addressed through appropriate channels. The building has received multiple permits in recent years for various maintenance and repair work, with the most recent being issued in June 2020. The property's management has generally responded to complaints and violations through the appropriate processes, though some recurring issues, particularly with the elevator system, suggest ongoing maintenance challenges.