739 West End Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10025

739 West End Avenue is a 5-story, 9-unit New Law tenement building constructed in 1900, currently owned by Mark Scharfman. The building has experienced recurring maintenance challenges over recent years, with particular attention needed on heating and sanitation systems. The property has documented multiple heat and hot water complaints between 2018 and 2023, including a notable emergency complaint in February 2023 where inspectors were unable to gain access to verify the heating issue.

Sanitary conditions have also been a concern, with sewage-related complaints in 2023 and multiple rodent sightings recorded between 2022 and 2024, though recent rodent inspections in 2024 show some improvement with a "Passed" result. The building's safety systems have required attention, with violations recorded for self-closing doors and carbon monoxide detectors in 2020, though these were subsequently certified as corrected. The property has undergone various inspections and interventions to address these issues, including multiple bait applications for rodent control between 2022-2023 and several health department interventions in response to food-related complaints, both in the building and nearby establishments.

While the building has maintained an active compliance record, with many violations being resolved, the pattern of recurring issues suggests ongoing challenges with building systems. However, it's notable that the building has had zero reported bedbug infestations in the most recent three reporting years (2021-2024), indicating effective pest management in that regard. The most recent violations primarily relate to administrative requirements, such as posting necessary notices and maintaining service records, rather than direct impact on resident habitability.