160 Sherman Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10034

160 Sherman Avenue is a 5-story, 40-unit New Law tenement building located in Inwood, built in 1915 and currently owned by Alex Kohen. The building has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years, with the most recent complaints in May 2025 including problems with flooring, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, a dumbwaiter door, an intercom system, and pest issues - though HPD was unable to complete inspections for these complaints. April 2025 brought several violations requiring attention, including issues with walls and door frames, lighting, and safety equipment.

The building's maintenance history includes recurring problems with safety equipment, as evidenced by multiple smoke and carbon monoxide detector violations, and structural issues such as water leaks and flooring problems. Notable incidents include a gas safety violation in December 2019 related to unpermitted gas installation work, resulting in multiple penalties totaling $12,250, and a mold issue in Apartment 52 documented in May 2024. The building's inspection record shows mixed results, with recent rodent inspections in 2023 and 2024 passing, though there were indications of rat activity in late 2022.

The property has maintained a relatively stable bedbug situation, with no reported infestations in recent years since 2019. Housing Maintenance Code violations have been addressed through inspections, with most being closed after the owner was given time to rectify the issues. The building's management has generally responded to maintenance requests, though the inability to complete recent HPD inspections suggests some challenges in accessing certain areas for evaluation. Recent violations primarily involve safety equipment, building structure, and sanitation issues, indicating ongoing maintenance challenges in these areas.