143 West 116th Street, Manhattan, NY 10026

As of July 2025, 143 West 116th Street in Harlem is a 5-story, 20-unit building constructed in 1910 and currently owned by Steve Zervoudis. The property has experienced recurring heating and hot water issues throughout 2025, with multiple complaints filed in both March and April 2025, though inspections by HPD were unable to gain access to verify the conditions. The building has documented problems with pest infestations, particularly in apartments 4A and 5B, with violations issued in December 2024 citing roach and mice infestations.

Both apartments also faced issues with defective smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, though some violations have since been closed. The property has seen active rodent activity throughout 2024-2025, with multiple inspections showing rat activity and bait application. A December 2024 inspection revealed heating system access issues at the boiler room, which remains an open violation.

The building had some plumbing and safety concerns documented between 2018 and 2023, including a stop work order in 2022 related to plumbing, though this was ultimately rescinded. The building's recent history shows persistent maintenance challenges, particularly regarding heating systems and pest control, with many service requests and violations indicating ongoing issues. While there have been periods of compliance regarding bedbugs (with no reported infestations since 2020), the property has experienced recurring rodent activity as evidenced by multiple inspections and bait applications in 2024. Current open violations and complaints suggest that some persistent maintenance issues remain unaddressed.