1455 Amsterdam Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10027

1455 Amsterdam Avenue is a 5-story, 9-unit Old Law Tenement building located in Harlem, constructed in 1901 and currently owned by Amsterdam Garvey Housing Development Fund Corp. The building has experienced persistent maintenance issues in recent years, particularly in 2025, with multiple service requests and violations related to plumbing, safety systems, and general maintenance. In 2025 alone, there were multiple complaints about plumbing issues (including sinks and bathtubs), door problems, a non-functioning intercom system, and concerns about smoke detectors.

Notably, HPD inspectors were repeatedly unable to gain access to verify these complaints, resulting in several cases being closed without resolution. The building has a history of water temperature regulation issues, particularly in apartments 2A and 4A, with violations recorded in 2021 and 2023 regarding scalding hot water conditions exceeding 130 degrees Fahrenheit. Apartment 2A has had a recurring pattern of violations, including problems with hot water temperature, pests (cockroaches in 2022), and various maintenance issues.

More recent inspections indicate ongoing challenges with rodent activity, as evidenced by multiple rat activity reports throughout 2024 and 2025, although some inspections have shown "passed" results. The building's management has also faced scrutiny for not filing required inspection reports, particularly regarding low-pressure inspections between 2018-2023, though these violations were later dismissed. While there are currently no bedbug or infestation reports on file, the history of maintenance issues, particularly regarding basic systems and pest control, suggests ongoing challenges with building upkeep and resident comfort.