73 Sherman Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10040

73 Sherman Avenue is a 5-story, 21-unit New Law tenement building constructed in 1926, currently owned by Barry Rudofsky. The building has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the past several years, with the most recent concerns emerging in January 2025 involving paint/plaster damage to ceilings and water leaks with heavy flow, both of which resulted in HPD violations. There have been multiple heat and hot water complaints since 2022, with both 2022 incidents reported as emergency situations but later confirmed to have been resolved.

The building has faced several safety issues, notably involving window guards, with violations issued in May 2024 for Apartment 23. Significant maintenance concerns have been documented through Housing Maintenance Code Violations, including mold presence and various safety system deficiencies in Apartment 23 as of October 2023. The building's management has generally addressed violations when cited, though two C-class violations related to lead paint records from October 2023 remain open.

On a more positive note, the building has maintained a consistent record of passing rodent inspections in 2022-2025, indicating effective pest management during this period. Additionally, there have been no reported bedbug infestations in recent years, with the last documented cases in 2018-2019 showing successful eradication. The property has undergone regular inspections, with the most recent rodent inspection in March 2025 passing without issues. While some maintenance issues persist, particularly regarding building systems and safety features, the management has generally demonstrated responsiveness to violations when they are cited through official channels.