2829 8th Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10039
2829 8th Avenue is a 6-story, 44-unit residential building built in 1900 and currently owned by Bruce Walker, located in Harlem. The property has experienced persistent maintenance and safety issues, with several open violations as of mid-2025.
Notable concerns include an open violation regarding broken window guards (reported March 2025), elevator maintenance issues (including an open complaint from April 2025), and multiple rodent-related problems documented through inspections from 2023 to 2025 showing recurring rat activity and the need for bait application. The building's history shows significant maintenance challenges between 2023-2025, including recurring issues with unsanitary conditions in garbage storage areas, multiple wall plaster/paint complaints, and various safety concerns including door-related problems. Recent inspections from 2025 indicate unresolved issues with electric lighting, door functionality, and pest control.
The elevator system has been a particular focus of complaints, with several maintenance issues reported through 311 complaints and housing maintenance code violations. The property has also faced regulatory scrutiny, with multiple Environmental Control Board violations related to building safety, including issues with a sidewalk shed, as recently as 2024, resulting in significant penalties. While there have been no reported bedbug infestations in recent years, the building continues to grapple with various maintenance and safety challenges, particularly concerning rodent control and building systems like heating and hot water supply.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 44 |
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Year built | 1900 |
Total area | 23058 sq ft |
Floors | 6 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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- 302 West 151st St, New York, NY 10039
- 2825 8th Ave, New York, NY 10039
- 2829 Frederick Douglass Blvd, New York, NY 10039
- 300 West 151st St, New York, NY 10039
- 302 West 151st St, New York, NY 10039
- 2825 8th Ave, New York, NY 10039
- 2829 Frederick Douglass Blvd, New York, NY 10039
- 300 West 151st St, New York, NY 10039
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