57 West 106th Street, Manhattan, NY 10025

57 West 106th Street is a 6-story, 16-unit residential building constructed in 1920 and classified as a New Law Tenement, currently owned by Manhattan Ventura LLC. The building has experienced recurring issues with both heat/hot water and rodent problems over recent years. Between 2024 and 2025, there were multiple heat/hot water complaints, with three emergency complaints filed in November 2024 alone, though HPD often could not gain access for inspection. The rodent issue appears to be ongoing, with the most recent complaints in June 2025 resulting in inspections showing rat activity.

The building has undergone several rodent control measures, including bait application throughout 2023. In terms of infrastructure, multiple violations were recorded in late 2024 requiring repairs to self-closing doors and fire safety features, particularly concerning the front entrance and public hall stairs. The property has a history of addressing various maintenance challenges, including electrical issues (both lighting and no lighting), unsanitary conditions, and flooring concerns, though many of these complaints were closed without violations being found. A significant inspection occurred in June 2024, revealing violations related to hot water provision, waste management, and a water leak in Apartment 1A, along with issues regarding building access to the heating system.

In 2023, there was an Environmental Control Board violation related to suspended scaffolding, which resulted in a $1,250 penalty. The building has maintained good bedbug records, with the last reported infestation occurring in 2020, and subsequent annual reports showing zero infested units. Recent rodent inspections show a mix of rat activity and successful bait application, indicating ongoing pest control efforts. The most recent permits issued in 2020 were for unspecified work, as the permit details were not provided in the records.