2039 Adam C Powell Blvd, Manhattan, NY 10027
The 5-story, 9-unit tenement building at 2039 Adam C Powell Blvd in Harlem, owned by David Caraway and constructed in 1910, has experienced several concerning maintenance issues over recent years. Most notably, there has been a persistent rodent infestation problem, with multiple rat sightings reported between 2021 and 2025, including a recent sighting in May 2025, though internal inspections by the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene have not found violations.
The building has also faced significant safety concerns, particularly in 2022, when violations were issued for a broken window guard and malfunctioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in apartment 4W. Three serious violations remain active as of 2025, including a 2024 finding of immediate hazard related to a failing keystone affecting street safety, and multiple outstanding violations regarding failure to file annual low-pressure inspection reports between 2019 and 2024. The building's 2024-2025 bedbug reporting history shows variable infestations, with two units affected in 2022-2023, though no reported cases in the most recent filing period (2023-2024).
Recent rodent control efforts have included multiple bait applications and inspections throughout 2024-2025, with mixed results showing both rat activity and passed inspections. The property has undergone several Department of Buildings inspections in 2024, with some complaints resulting in violations, particularly regarding construction maintenance and debris issues. The building's maintenance record suggests ongoing challenges with both pest control and safety compliance, with multiple active violations related to safety equipment and inspection requirements.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 9 |
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Year built | 1910 |
Total area | 11750 sq ft |
Floors | 5 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | OLD LAW TENEMENT |

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- 2039 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd, New York, NY 10027
- 166 West 122nd St, New York, NY 10027
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