120 West 138th Street, Manhattan, NY 10030

120 West 138th Street in Harlem is a 6-story, 47-unit residential building constructed in 1937, currently owned by 120 W 138th St Enterprises LLC. The property has experienced significant maintenance challenges in recent months, with multiple open complaints as of 2025, including issues related to unsanitary garbage storage, plumbing problems, damp spots, and water leaks.

Of particular note is the recurring issue with heat and hot water systems, with several emergency complaints filed and some going unresolved. The building has also faced infrastructure concerns, evidenced by open violations regarding ceiling paint/plaster conditions and more serious building code issues such as defective self-closing doors at the bulkhead roof, compromised fire egress safety in Apartment 1G, and a malfunctioning building entrance door lock. The property has undergone numerous inspections and service requests over the past two years, revealing persistent challenges with vermin control, including rodent activity documented in 2023 and 2024, though recent inspections in 2025 have passed.

A bedbug inspection history shows no reported infestations since 2020, and the building received a passing inspection for rodent control in July 2025. While some violations have been resolved, including garbage disposal compliance in 2023, the building continues to face active complaints and open violations that suggest ongoing maintenance and safety concerns. The building's management has demonstrated some responsiveness to complaints, with several issues being corrected and closed, though many remain outstanding as of the most recent data in 2025.