519 West 133rd Street, Manhattan, NY 10027

The 6-story, 40-unit building at 519 West 133rd Street in Harlem, constructed in 1994 and currently owned by Harrison Rayford, has experienced several recurring maintenance issues over the past two years, with the most significant concerns centering around water-related problems and elevator safety. The property has ongoing water leak issues, as evidenced by multiple complaints in 2025, including slow leaks reported in May and June 2025, for which violations were issued. The building has also faced persistent unsanitary conditions, including mold and pest-related problems, with multiple HPD complaints and violations in 2025.

Notably, the elevator system has been a significant focus of regulatory attention, with multiple complaints about its single-device operation and safety features, including an active Class 1 ECB violation from October 2024 regarding missing door lock monitoring, which poses a passenger safety risk. The building's maintenance history reveals several open violations from 2024, including issues with hot water supply in apartments 3B and 5B, ceiling damage in public areas, and mold problems in apartments 2G and 3D. The property has undergone several rodent inspections, with varying results, including failed inspections in March and June 2025.

While there was one documented bedbug infestation in 2020-2021, recent annual reports show no infestations between 2021-2024. The building's infrastructure has been subject to multiple regulatory scrutiny, with several building code violations related to elevator operation, including inoperable components and safety requirements, resulting in substantial potential penalties. Despite these ongoing issues, the property has maintained its basic functionality as demonstrated by passing most recent rodent inspections and maintaining utility services, though with numerous noted deficiencies requiring correction.