Neighborhood summary

Living on Frederick Douglass Boulevard in Manhattan, particularly around the address 355, presents a variety of challenges that have residents grappling with daily inconveniences and safety concerns. The street's grade of 'F' reflects the numerous and persistent issues plaguing the area.

One of the most prevalent issues is the frequent lack of heat and hot water, with over 2100 complaints logged, leaving residents to cope with chilly apartments during colder months. Sanitary conditions are another major concern, with 533 complaints, indicating problems like pest infestations, mold, and water leaks. The noise pollution is also significant, with 287 complaints about street and sidewalk noise, and 184 about residential noise, suggesting that loud music and parties are a common source of disturbance, especially given the 446 specific complaints about loud music or parties.

Illegal parking is another persistent issue, with 429 complaints, often leading to blocked fire hydrants and other safety hazards. The buildings themselves also present numerous problems, with 1190 complaints about entire buildings and 911 about specific apartments, highlighting issues like plumbing problems, cracked walls and ceilings, and damaged doors and windows.

The surrounding streets share similar grades and issues, with West 137 Street, West 139 Street, and West 140 Street all receiving an 'F' grade, suggesting that these problems are not isolated to Frederick Douglass Boulevard but permeate the surrounding neighborhood. The crime statistics lend further insight into the challenges faced by residents, with a total of 198 felonies, misdemeanors, and violations logged in the area, including incidents of harassment, assault, and petit larceny. These figures underscore the need for increased attention and resources to address the multifaceted problems plaguing this Manhattan neighborhood.

311 complaints trend · 12.8/address → Stable

Crime trend 5 total

Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

311 Complaints

Notable buildings on Frederick Douglass Boulevard

What residents are reporting

Crime on Frederick Douglass Boulevard

Nearby streets