NYC Buildings
/
Manhattan
/
All Downtown
/
East Village
/
103 Avenue A
East Village

103 Avenue A,
Manhattan, NY 10009

20 Units

•

Built in 1920

•

6 Floors

3(12)
Rent Stabilized Units: Yes
Evictions: 0
Litigation History: No
1 Year Bedbug History: No
Pet Friendly: Unknown
Building Overview
Building Report
lock
Once you submit an anonymous review for this building (or any other) you will gain access to the entire openigloo platform
    Do you own or manage this building?

    Renters Recommendations

    -- of renters recommend this building

    -- of renters approve of this owner
    Review Summary for 103 Avenue A
    Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on openigloo.
    Recent reviews for 103 Avenue A highlight its attractive location in the East Village with spacious apartments and some nice amenities like rooftop access and hardwood floors. However, persistent noise from street and nearby bars is a frequent issue, especially on lower floors. Cleanliness and pest control receive mixed feedback, with some tenants reporting bugs and poor maintenance. Many renters express frustration over the landlord's old-fashioned, unresponsive management style, citing difficulties in communication and lack of timely repairs, notably with heating and water. While the building appeals to those seeking affordable space in a lively neighborhood, prospective renters should weigh these trade-offs carefully.

    Reviews (12)

    Over 2 years ago
    Cheap but loud and dirty
    Former Tenant
    Pros:
    Great location, cheap rent
    Cons:
    Bugs, mice, and Ave A noise
    Over 2 years ago
    Get a great deal otherwise look somewhere else
    Former Tenant
    Pros:
    Good light throughout the apt though it can vary based on floor. Building has an elevator. You can definitely get a no fee apt here by working directly with the owner. Nice rooftop access.
    Cons:
    It’s above many bars in EV so it’s incredibly loud every night until 4 AM. Owner isn’t responsive and very old school with manual checks.

    Building Ratings

    Cleanliness
    Garbage Management
    Heat
    Neighbors
    Noise Levels
    Owner Responsiveness
    Pest Control
    Water Pressure

    Rents and Deposits

    -- of renters received their security deposits back
    It dummy text been reported if this building dummy electronic rent payments.
    Open Violations
    Only open violations from the last 10 years.
    Data last updated 2 days ago.
    The average number of violations per unit at 103 Avenue A is better than the city.
    BUILDING AVERAGE:
    0.35 violations per unit
    NEW YORK CITY AVERAGE:
    0.81 violation per unit
    flag
    Non-hazardous
    1
    class A
    i.e. no peephole on a door, or no street # on the building, unlawful keeping of animals
    MOST RECENT:
    Jun 21, 2019: § 27-2045 adm code post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box sign missing at public hall, 1st story
    Show all
    flag
    Hazardous
    1
    class B
    i.e. smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways
    MOST RECENT:
    Sep 04, 2025: § 27-2010, 2011, 2012 adm code remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the ... at public hall, 1st story
    Show all
    flag
    Immediately hazardous
    5
    class C
    i.e. rodents, pest, mold, inadequate heat or hot water, defective building parts
    MOST RECENT:
    Sep 04, 2025: § 27-2031 adm code provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 4d, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
    Show all
    flag
    Missing information/filings
    0
    class I
    Missing or non-compliant with administrative information orders or filings
    MOST RECENT:
    No violation found...
    Show all
    Property Owners and Associates
    P
    Philip Grossman
    2.9(20)
    Officer•
    2 Properties•46 Units
    Litigation History: Yes
    Evictions: 0
    M
    Mitchell Grossman
    2.9(20)
    Head Officer•
    2 Properties•46 Units
    Litigation History: Yes
    Evictions: 0
    A
    103 Avenue A Condominium
    3(12)
    Corporate Owner•
    1 Property•20 Units
    Litigation History: No
    Evictions: 0

    Renter Q&A

    ask-question
    Be the first to ask a question!
    Frequently Asked Questions
    Unlock insights about this building
    Review your building to unlock access to tenant reviews OR purchase access to unlock insights about violations, complaints, infestations, and more.
    Already have an account?Login Here