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550 Riverside Drive
Morningside Heights

550 Riverside Drive,
Manhattan, NY 10027

50 Units

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Built in 1926

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6 Floors

3.7(4)
Rent Stabilized Units: Yes
Good Cause Eviction: Yes
Evictions: 2
Litigation History: Yes
1 Year Bedbug History: No
Pet Friendly: Yes
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    Review Summary for 550 Riverside Drive
    Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on openigloo.
    Recent tenant reviews for 550 Riverside Drive highlight a prime location near the train and universities, friendly long-term neighbors, and the cleanliness of the building. Some concerns include occasional pest issues, rent increases, and the need for more frequent maintenance. Suggestions include better garbage management, improved heating, and enhanced package delivery services. While the building boasts a beautiful park nearby and convenient access to amenities, updating infrastructure and addressing cleanliness issues are recommended for an even better living experience. Despite some drawbacks, the majority of renters approve of the owner and recommend staying in this non-rent stabilized building.
    Available Listings In 550 Riverside Drive
    Open Violations
    Only open violations from the last 10 years.
    Data last updated 2 days ago.
    BUILDING AVERAGE:
    0.66 violations per unit
    NEW YORK CITY AVERAGE:
    0.81 violation per unit
    The average number of violations per unit at 550 Riverside Drive is better than the city.
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    Non-hazardous
    4
    class A
    i.e. no peephole on a door, or no street # on the building, unlawful keeping of animals
    MOST RECENT:
    Feb 03, 2025: § 27-2026 adm code reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl . in the bathroom located at apt 43, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
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    Hazardous
    17
    class B
    i.e. smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways
    MOST RECENT:
    Feb 03, 2025: § 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at all walls and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 43, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
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    Immediately hazardous
    12
    class C
    i.e. rodents, pest, mold, inadequate heat or hot water, defective building parts
    MOST RECENT:
    Feb 03, 2025: hmc adm code: § 27-2017.4 abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 43, 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
    A
    Antonio Santiago
    3.7(4)
    Site Manager•
    1 Property•50 Units
    Litigation History: Yes
    Evictions: 2
    R
    Richard Eisenberg
    3.3(123)
    Officer•
    71 Properties•3049 Units
    Litigation History: Yes
    Evictions: 67
    R
    Rcr Management Group LLC
    3.3(123)
    Agent•
    71 Properties•3049 Units
    Litigation History: Yes
    Evictions: 67
    M
    Morris Schreiber
    3.3(118)
    Head Officer•
    70 Properties•2954 Units
    Litigation History: Yes
    Evictions: 66
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    Renter Recommendations

    --% of renters recommend this building

    --% of renters approve of this owner

    Rents and Deposits

    -- of renters received their security deposits back
    It HAS NOT been reported if this building accepts electronic rent payments.

    Reviews (4)

    Over 1 year ago
    Quite good experience
    Former Tenant
    Pros:
    The building is clean and the superintendent is responsive. I never had a problem with bugs or pests in my unit.
    Cons:
    We had a radiator that just didn't work, spotted rats in garbage/laundry area a few times
    Over 1 year ago
    Great location for train and universities
    Former Tenant
    Pros:
    Location is good, super is onsite and fairly responsive, never had package problems, neighbors in building (especially those who have been around many years) are super nice and friendly. Elevator building and it typically works
    Cons:
    There’s a decent amount of construction in the area which probably contributed to our cockroach problem in 2021/2022. Landlord makes substantial increases in rent each year.
    Advice to owner:
    Don’t raise rent so high in one year
    Over 1 year ago
    Great location just needs some updating
    Former Tenant
    Pros:
    Across the street for a beautiful park, 1 block from the 1 train, short walk to restaurants and Columbia. Great neighborhood and quiet building
    Cons:
    The building is not mopped or swept every week or every month either just once in a while, neither is the laundry room which is very small & sometimes looks a mess. The garbage area is a mess too!

    The building owner needs to do a better job supervising the super to ensure the garbage area is neat and the building is mopped and swept at least once a week.

    The heat is not on frequently throughout the day so the apt tends to feel cold.

    UPS & FedEx rarely take your packages to your door. They often leave it at the front door or pilled up in the mail area.
    Advice to owner:
    Supervise the super to make sure he is doing his job to mop, sweep, keep garbage area clean
    Keep the heat pumping more frequently
    Get rid of the “bike area” that no one uses and get more washers and dryers
    Invest in a key fob instead of keys for the building
    Invest in video camera intercoms.
    If the building is not on the cutting edge you are going to lose great high rent paying tenants
    Get an email address so if you have an issue we can email you instead of calling all the time and leaving a message
    Over 3 years ago
    550 Riverside Drive
    Former Tenant
    Pros:
    Old beautiful building, newly renovated
    Cons:
    Persistent bug problems, occasional loud noises from street level, small space
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