597 Manhattan Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11222

The three-story, two-family house at 597 Manhattan Avenue in Greenpoint, owned by Eric Mann, has experienced several notable maintenance issues over the past few years. Most recently, in March 2024, there was a concerning heat and hot water outage affecting the entire building, though Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) was unable to gain access for inspection despite the emergency classification of the complaint.

Prior to this, in 2021, the building faced electrical concerns related to wiring that warranted an emergency response, though no violations were issued following the HPD inspection. Additionally, there was a temporary indoor air quality issue in 2021 involving construction dust that resulted in an advisory to the management. The property has undergone rodent inspections in 2025, with initial findings in March indicating rat activity, though a subsequent compliance inspection in April resulted in a passing grade.

The building's bedbug report for the period from November 2023 to October 2024 shows no infestations or eradication efforts, which is a positive indication of current pest management conditions. While the building has had its share of maintenance challenges, particularly regarding heat and electrical systems, the recent rodent inspection compliance pass suggests some improvements in pest control measures. The property was constructed in 1931 and has maintained its original three-story configuration as a two-family dwelling.