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620 Lenox Avenue
Central Harlem

620 Lenox Avenue,
Manhattan, NY 10037

259 Units

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Built in 1961

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16 Floors

3.2(7)
Rent Stabilized Units: Yes
Good Cause Eviction: Yes
Evictions: 23
Litigation History: Yes
1 Year Bedbug History: Yes
Pet Friendly: Yes
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    Renters Recommendations

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    -- of renters approve of this owner
    Review Summary for 620 Lenox Avenue
    Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on openigloo.
    Recent tenant reviews for 620 Lenox Avenue in Manhattan highlight a mix of pros and cons. Positives include inclusive utilities, proximity to amenities, and spacious units with historical significance. However, concerns revolve around unresponsive management, pest issues, and occasional maintenance challenges. While some appreciate the quiet and cleanliness, others criticize poor upkeep, security issues, and noisy neighbors. Suggestions include improved customer service, better maintenance, and lower rents. Overall, the building offers potential, but enhancements in management responsiveness and maintenance are needed for a more positive living experience.

    Reviews (7)

    8 months ago
    Benefits & Drawbacks
    Former Tenant
    Pros:
    Utilities are included and close to shopping/transportation. There also is a hardworking tenant’s association. Upgraded finishes are nice.
    Cons:
    Landlord is not responsive to reported needs. Recently changed their customer support and it’s worse than before.
    Advice to owner:
    Please address customer service issues.
    Over 3 years ago
    Nice location; walk friendly.
    Former Tenant
    Pros:
    Great upkeep and quiet (mostly).
    Cons:
    Sometimes the Washer & Dryers are inoperable. Sometimes only one of three elevators are operating for residents.
    Advice to owner:
    Lower the rent.

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    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 7 days ago.
    The average number of violations per unit at 620 Lenox Avenue is better than the city.
    BUILDING AVERAGE:
    0.71 violations per unit
    NEW YORK CITY AVERAGE:
    0.81 violation per unit
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    Non-hazardous
    24
    class A
    i.e. no peephole on a door, or no street # on the building, unlawful keeping of animals
    MOST RECENT:
    Nov 19, 2025: § 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and east wall in the private hallway located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
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    Hazardous
    126
    class B
    i.e. smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways
    MOST RECENT:
    Nov 19, 2025: § 27-2005 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor in the 2nd room from north located at apt 1a, 1st story, 4th apartment from south at west
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    Immediately hazardous
    35
    class C
    i.e. rodents, pest, mold, inadequate heat or hot water, defective building parts
    MOST RECENT:
    Nov 11, 2025: hmc adm code: § 27-2017.4 abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 5j, 5th story, 4th apartment from north at east
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    Missing information/filings
    0
    class I
    Missing or non-compliant with administrative information orders or filings
    MOST RECENT:
    No violation found...
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    Property Owners and Associates
    F
    Fairstead Management
    2.8(22)
    Corporate Owner•
    93 Properties•2285 Units
    Litigation History: Yes
    Evictions: 80
    H
    Hp Savoy Park Ii Hdfc
    2.8(49)
    Corporate Owner•
    8 Properties•1804 Units
    Litigation History: Yes
    Evictions: 193
    S
    Shelly Hair
    2.8(49)
    Site Manager•
    7 Properties•1804 Units
    Litigation History: Yes
    Evictions: 184

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