2150 Fredrick Douglass Bl, Manhattan, NY 10026

This five-story, 20-unit New Law Tenement building at 2150 Frederick Douglass Boulevard in Harlem, owned by Andrew Kleiman, has experienced persistent heating system issues throughout 2024, with multiple complaints about lack of heat and hot water affecting both individual apartments and the entire building. The building, constructed in 1910, has also faced safety concerns, including two safety-related complaints in October 2024 regarding carbon monoxide and smoke detectors.

There are current open maintenance issues as of mid-2025, including reports of mold, problems with cabinets, electrical outlets/switches, and a gas range, though these are categorized under both emergency and non-emergency statuses. The building has a noteworthy history of violations and maintenance challenges, particularly concerning unit 5A, which has multiple open violations from 2023 related to ceiling leaks, peeling paint, and window guards. Other documented problems include door/window issues (September 2024), and building security concerns with an open violation related to the front entrance door lock.

The property has undergone regular rodent inspections, with multiple findings of rat activity between 2023 and 2025, though some inspections have passed or resulted in bait application. While the building has consistently reported zero bedbug infestations in its mandatory filings since 2018, the heating system problems and persistent rodent issues suggest ongoing maintenance challenges. The most recent building inspection data indicates active work on resolving open violations, particularly focusing on emergency maintenance requests from June 2025, which include general cabinet issues, mold concerns, electrical problems, and appliance maintenance needs.