1794 Amsterdam Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10031
1794 Amsterdam Avenue is a 5-story, 13-unit residential building constructed in 1890, currently owned by Hamilton Heights Community Hdfc. The property has experienced recurrent water-related issues in recent years, with multiple water leak complaints recorded between 2023 and 2024, including heavy flow incidents in January 2024 and March 2024. There is also an ongoing concern with rodent activity, evidenced by inspections in 2025 showing rat activity and previous failed inspections, though the most recent February 2025 inspection passed compliance.
The building has received various Housing Maintenance Code violations, with notable issues in apartment 2C regarding water leaks and plaster/paint requirements, and in apartment 4B concerning kitchen cabinet repairs. The property has maintained a clean bedbug record for the past several years, with no reported infestations between 2019 and 2025. Most recent inspections and violations suggest persistent maintenance challenges, particularly regarding water-related issues and pest management.
As of 2024-2025, there are several active violations including an open Class B violation from November 2024 regarding water leak repairs needed at the intermediate landing south wall at public stairs (2nd story). The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of responding to complaints, with many being closed after inspection showing no violations, though some issues have remained unresolved. The building had one incident of documented structural concern in January 2024 regarding building shaking/vibrating, though access was not granted for this inspection. The apartment has undergone various inspections and remediation efforts, with compliance being achieved in some areas while others remain pending.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 13 |
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Year built | 1890 |
Total area | 14125 sq ft |
Floors | 5 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | OLD LAW TENEMENT |

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- 1794 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10031
- 500 West 149th St, New York, NY 10031
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