Would renters recommend 136 William Street, Manhattan, NY 10038?

15% of tenants who reviewed 136 William Street, Manhattan, NY 10038 would recommend living here.

How responsive is management at 136 William Street, Manhattan, NY 10038?

15% of tenants who reviewed 136 William Street, Manhattan, NY 10038 approve of the building's owner or management.

Does 136 William Street, Manhattan, NY 10038 have any open violations?

This building has 18 open violations.

Is 136 William Street, Manhattan, NY 10038 good cause eviction protected?

136 William Street, Manhattan, NY 10038 is covered by good cause eviction protections.

When was 136 William Street, Manhattan, NY 10038 built and how many units does it have?

Built in 1900, this building has 10 units and 6 floors.

Which neighborhood does 136 William Street, Manhattan, NY 10038 fall under?

In the neighborhood Fulton/Seaport, New York.

136 William Street

Fulton/Seaport, Manhattan, NY 10038

10 units·6 floors·Built in 1900

2.8

21 reviews

Rent-stabilized apartments

This building has apartments that entitle you to a renewal and limited rent increases.

Good cause building

This building guarantees a renewal and capped rent increases, if you follow your lease terms.

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Rents and deposits

Renters received their security deposits back

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Open violations

From past 10 years · Updated 6 days ago

Average violations per unit in this building is worse than the city average.

Building average

1.80Violations per unit

NYC average

0.81Violations per unit

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How is construction progressing? Are they working on weekends as well?

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8Class C

Immediately hazardous

Rodents, pest, mold, inadequate heat or hot water, defective building parts

About 136 William Street

136 William Street is a mixed-profile building. Tenants rate it 2.8/5 across 21 reviews, with 15% recommending it and 15% approving of the owner. It records 0 evictions, 18 open violations, and 1 litigation case. Data last updated November 3, 2026. Located at 136 William Street in the Fulton/Seaport neighborhood, Manhattan, this building has 6 floors and 10 units. Built in 1900 and managed by Choice NY Management, this building has apartments that entitle you to a renewal and limited rent increases. This regulatory status limits how much the rent can increase from year to year and gives tenants a right to renew their lease. The Fulton/Seaport area is a residential area of Manhattan. The 2, 3, A, C, and J subway lines provide extensive transit options in the vicinity. As a pre-war building, it reflects the mid-rise construction typical of the era in Manhattan. Renters can review this building's ratings, reviews, and public records here.

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Tenant reviews for 136 William Street in Manhattan present a mixed picture. The building excels in location, offering proximity to Fulton subway station and the Financial District, and some tenants highlight quietness, good water pressure, and spacious units with natural light. New management has improved responsiveness somewhat, and amenities like in-unit washer/dryers and elevators are appreciated. However, persistent issues include poor garbage management, frequent lack of hot water, maintenance delays, pest infestations, and unresponsiveness from previous management. Many renters report illegal windowless rooms, safety concerns, and noisy surroundings due to nearby construction. Rent increases and poor upkeep diminish overall satisfaction, signaling cautious consideration for prospective renters.

Reviews of 136 William Street

Former tenant·23 minutes ago

136 William Street

Pros

- Amazing location in Fidi -Great management - Great space w tons of natural lighting

Cons

-The elevator can be slow sometimes

Former tenant·23 minutes ago

Good find for area

Pros

Pretty solid management, building was nice too, rare to find 4 bedrooms in this part of town for price

Cons

Previous management was a bit slow for most of the year but new management has been much more responsive.

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8Class C

Immediately hazardous

Rodents, pest, mold, inadequate heat or hot water, defective building parts

5Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

5Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

5Class A

Non-hazardous

No peephole on a door, no street number on the building, unlawful keeping of animals

5Class A

Non-hazardous

No peephole on a door, no street number on the building, unlawful keeping of animals

0Class I

Missing info

Missing or non-compliant with administrative information orders or filings

Tenants rated noise levels below average at this building.

Tenants report that 136 William Street, Manhattan, NY 10038 is not pet friendly.

This building has no recorded evictions.

5Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

5Class A

Non-hazardous

No peephole on a door, no street number on the building, unlawful keeping of animals

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136 William LLC

Choice NY Management

Adam Lichtenstein

Joe Chehebar

136 William LLC

Choice NY Management

Adam Lichtenstein

Joe Chehebar