153 Vermilyea Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10034

153 Vermilyea Avenue is a 5-story, 31-unit New Law Tenement building in Inwood, constructed in 1920 and currently owned by Scott Silverman. The property has experienced persistent maintenance issues in recent months, with multiple complaints related to unsanitary conditions, including mold, and plumbing problems involving bathtubs/showers. Between January and March 2025 alone, there were multiple HPD complaints regarding these issues, many of which could not be inspected by HPD.

The building's maintenance history reveals recurring problems, with significant violations identified in 2023-2024, particularly in Apartment 5D, including lead paint hazards, rodent infestations (mice and roaches), and various plumbing and maintenance issues. The building has shown some improvement in pest management, as evidenced by recent rodent inspections passing in March 2025 and August 2024, though there were previous rat activity reports in 2023 and 2019. Bedbug inspections from 2019 through 2024 consistently reported zero cases.

The property has undergone several Housing Maintenance Code inspections, revealing various issues including an infestation violation in Apartment 5D that remains open as of August 2024, and problems with a fire door's self-closing mechanism. Recent complaints filed in April 2025 indicate ongoing concerns with electrical lighting, painting/plastering, and additional plumbing issues. While some heat and hot water complaints in January 2025 were addressed, others were closed without inspection due to access issues. The building's age and style as a New Law Tenement are consistent with its history, though recent complaints suggest ongoing maintenance challenges that require attention.