5009 Broadway, Manhattan, NY 10034
5009 Broadway is a 6-story, 72-unit residential building located in Inwood, constructed in 1929 under the New Law Tenement classification and currently owned by Tommy Torres. The building has experienced several maintenance issues in recent years, with the most significant problems occurring in late 2024, including unsanitary mold conditions, ceiling paint/plaster issues, and a heavy water leak, though inspections revealed varying violation levels for these issues.
The property has a history of elevator problems, with multiple ECB violations between 2019-2022 related to safety equipment and maintenance requirements, including missing emergency phones and safety services. Building maintenance records show recurring issues with pigeon waste, water leaks, pest control, and various structural concerns, particularly in apartment 506, which had multiple violations in 2018 including water leaks, damaged ceilings, and flooring issues. More recently, the building has passed multiple rodent inspections in 2024-2025, indicating some improvement in pest control compliance, though there were documented rat activity reports in 2022.
The building's heating system has experienced two emergency heat/hot water complaints in late 2022-2023, and safety concerns have emerged regarding egress issues, with a complaint filed in 2025 about locked/blocked secondary means of egress. While the building's bed bug reporting shows no infestations reported from 2020 to present, the property has had periodic maintenance violations that suggest ongoing management challenges. The elevator system remains a particular area of concern, with multiple past violations and complaints requiring attention to safety systems and emergency equipment.
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Building Characteristics
| Total units | 72 | 
|---|---|
| Year built | 1929 | 
| Total area | 83766 sq ft | 
| Floors | 6 | 
| Tax Abatements | None | 
| Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT | 

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- 5009 Broadway, New York, NY 10034
- 5011 Broadway, New York, NY 10034
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- 5019 Broadway, New York, NY 10034
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