2541 Amsterdam Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10033

The 6-story, 59-unit building at 2541 Amsterdam Avenue in Washington Heights, owned by Eric Nussbaum and constructed in 1938, is currently facing multiple maintenance challenges as of June 2025. The property has experienced recurring issues with plumbing and water supply systems, with multiple emergencies reported in June 2025 alone.

Recent inspections have documented unsanitary conditions including pest infestations and mold, though not all complaints resulted in violations. The building is also grappling with significant elevator and boiler concerns, as evidenced by multiple active complaints about single-device elevator service and violations regarding high-pressure inspection filings dating back to 2018-2023. Particularly concerning is the current status of Apartment 2K, which has multiple open violations from a December 2024 inspection, including issues with water leaks in the bathroom and kitchen, peeling paint, and problems with safety equipment such as smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

The building has a documented history of rodent activity, with inspections throughout 2023-2025 consistently showing signs of rat presence. Additionally, there have been three documented bedbug infestations between 2017-2021, though these appear to have been eradicated based on available records. While some recent complaints have been addressed by HPD and other agencies, including heat and hot water restoration, many issues remain unresolved or are in violation status, particularly those related to building safety systems like the elevator and boiler.