160 West 132nd Street, Manhattan, NY 10027

The 8-unit residential building at 160 West 132nd Street in Harlem, owned by Vendaval Realty LLC, has experienced ongoing maintenance and habitability challenges since 2023. Most recently, in May 2025, there were complaints regarding unsanitary conditions (mold) and ventilation system issues, though violations were not issued. April 2025 saw multiple complaints about plumbing (toilet issues) and water leaks, with violations issued for the toilet problems.

April 2025 also marked a period with concerning pest issues, which became a recurring theme throughout the year, with multiple complaints about unsanitary conditions. The building's maintenance history reveals persistent issues in apartment 4R, including open violations from December 2024 regarding roof leaks, defective smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and a previous roach infestation that was abated in January 2025. Additional concerns included peeling paint, various plumbing issues, and missing or defective window guards, though many of these violations were eventually closed. The property has a documented history of bedbug infestations, with reports filed in 2025, 2024, and 2023 showing one unit each time being infested and subsequently treated.

Rodent inspections have shown fluctuating results, with several instances of rat activity recorded between 2024 and 2025, though recent inspections in 2024-2025 have passed. The building, constructed in 1886, has been classified as HERETOFORE CONVERTED CLASS A and has experienced various maintenance issues typical of older structures, including water leaks and pest problems. An active DOB violation related to an annual boiler inspection report dating back to 2017 remains on record. While some violations and complaints have been resolved, the pattern of recurring maintenance issues suggests ongoing challenges with building upkeep and habitability.