49 Wadsworth Terrace, Manhattan, NY 10040
49 Wadsworth Terrace is a five-story, 50-unit New Law Tenement building located in Washington Heights and constructed in 1920, currently owned by Luis Barbecho. The building has experienced recurring water-related issues in 2025, with multiple HPD complaints regarding slow leaks and damp spots, though no violations were issued in these recent inspections. There is a concerning pattern of heat and hot water service disruptions, with three documented incidents between 2022-2025 affecting either the entire building or individual apartments.
Significant violations remain open regarding bedbug reporting requirements as of April 2024, and there are active ECB violations related to structural issues from 2021-2022, including a one-inch wide crack affecting the lintel between the second and third floors that resulted in multiple penalties totaling over $10,000. The building has a complex history of maintenance issues, with notable problems documented in apartment 4B during 2022, including pest infestations (specifically roaches), window problems, electrical issues, and safety concerns regarding window guards and smoke detectors. External inspections have revealed structural concerns, particularly regarding a 60-foot high support structure noted in June 2021. While the building has passed recent rodent inspections (2024, 2022), there was a failed inspection in 2020.
The property has demonstrated some responsiveness to violations, as evidenced by various permits issued in 2021 and 2022 for work conducted under job number 140994164, though compliance with multiple ECB violation orders remains an outstanding issue. The building's documented history shows persistent maintenance challenges, particularly regarding water leaks, heating systems, and compliance with housing codes. The status of several recent complaints suggests ongoing maintenance concerns, though recent inspections in 2025 did not result in violations for water leak complaints. The property has a mix of both addressed and unresolved violations, with active ECB penalties related to structural issues from 2021 remaining on record.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 50 |
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Year built | 1920 |
Total area | 34180 sq ft |
Floors | 5 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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- 49 Wadsworth Ter, New York, NY 10040
- 51 Wadsworth Ter, New York, NY 10040
- 53 Wadsworth Ter, New York, NY 10040
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