574 West 161st Street, Manhattan, NY 10032
The 31-unit, 5-story tenement building at 574 West 161st Street in Washington Heights, owned by Michael Haas, has experienced several notable maintenance issues over the past two years (2024-2025). Most recently, there have been complaints about ceiling conditions (closed May 2025) and an open pest-related issue (starting June 2025). The building has a documented history of maintenance challenges, with violations issued in November 2024 for unsanitary conditions including pests, and multiple complaints in July 2024 concerning water leaks, mold, and various paint/plaster issues affecting different apartments.
Apartment 4C received several violations in late 2024 regarding safety concerns, including missing window guards and pest infestation, though these were certified as corrected by early 2025. The property has experienced notable infrastructure and habitability issues, including a significant mold problem, water leaks, and pest infestations. In 2025, there were complaints about heating and appliance issues, though some were resolved promptly.
The building's recent history shows a pattern of recurring maintenance issues, particularly concerning water damage and pest problems, despite some improvements as evidenced by inspections passing in 2024-2025. Notably, the building was subject to illegal conversion violations in 2019 related to unauthorized cellar modifications, though these were resolved with penalties. The property appears to have maintained bedbug-free status since 2019, with no reported infestations in the past six years, though rodent inspections show mixed results with both passes and failures noted between 2016 and 2024.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 31 |
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Year built | 1910 |
Total area | 25160 sq ft |
Floors | 5 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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