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1270 Amsterdam Avenue
Morningside Heights

1270 Amsterdam Avenue,
Manhattan, NY 10027

16 Units

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Built in 1926

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5 Floors

3.1(3)
Rent Stabilized Units: Yes
Good Cause Eviction: Yes
Evictions: 1
Litigation History: Yes
1 Year Bedbug History: No
Pet Friendly: Unknown
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    Review Summary for 1270 Amsterdam Avenue
    Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on openigloo.
    Recent tenant reviews highlight mixed views on the building at 1270 Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. While some praise the responsive management and convenient location near Columbia, others express concerns about cleanliness, pest issues, and unresponsive superintendents. The building's pros include updated amenities like an in-unit washer/dryer and quiet surroundings, but cons like poor garbage management and maintenance problems are noted. Suggestions for improvement emphasize the need for better pest control and building upkeep. Despite some positive aspects, renters vary in recommending staying in this building based on individual experiences.

    Reviews (3)

    Over 3 years ago
    Mice + Giant Roaches
    Former Tenant
    Pros:
    Great location, near Columbia. The overall management is very responsive. The apartment had a really cute set up, as well.
    Cons:
    (See the title of this review). The building not kept up very well / the building could use a lot of TLC. There are mice & massive roaches (it was clear from the start of my lease that there was an infestation). The building super was pretty absent (not 24/7 super but you have to call the central management line)

    Washer, no dryer.... the garbage disposal is around the corner, not in the building.
    Advice to owner:
    I think the management is generally responsive & there's some good things going for the building (location, setup, etc.), but they also need to invest in their buildings a lot more.
    Over 3 years ago
    1270 Amsterdam Ave Review
    Former Tenant
    Pros:
    Updated kitchen with dishwasher
    Nice hardwood floors
    Pretty good natural
    Combo washer/dryer in unit (does breakdown easily)
    Cons:
    Unresponsive management
    Plumbing problems

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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 3 days ago.
    The average number of violations per unit at 1270 Amsterdam Avenue is better than the city.
    BUILDING AVERAGE:
    0.12 violations per unit
    NEW YORK CITY AVERAGE:
    0.81 violation per unit
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    Non-hazardous
    0
    class A
    i.e. no peephole on a door, or no street # on the building, unlawful keeping of animals
    MOST RECENT:
    No violation found...
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    Hazardous
    1
    class B
    i.e. smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways
    MOST RECENT:
    Aug 26, 2025: § 27-2005, 2007 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of building materials at public hall, 1st story
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    Immediately hazardous
    1
    class C
    i.e. rodents, pest, mold, inadequate heat or hot water, defective building parts
    MOST RECENT:
    Aug 31, 2025: hmc adm code: § 27-2017.4 abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
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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
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    Amsterdam Avenue Investor LLC
    3.3(8)
    Corporate Owner•
    4 Properties•58 Units
    Litigation History: Yes
    Evictions: 1
    M
    Margaret Brunn
    3.1(3)
    Head Officer•
    1 Property•16 Units
    Litigation History: Yes
    Evictions: 1
    B
    Brian Garland
    3.1(3)
    Agent•
    1 Property•16 Units
    Litigation History: Yes
    Evictions: 1

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