534 West 147 Street,Manhattan, NY 10031
21 Units
•Built in 1930
•5 Floors
•Rent Stabilized Units: Yes
Good Cause Eviction: Yes
Evictions: 1
Litigation History: Yes
1 Year Bedbug History: No
Pet Friendly: Yes
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Review Summary for 534 West 147 Street
Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on openigloo.
Recent reviews for 534 West 147 Street highlight positive aspects like a responsive super and management, with the willingness to accommodate tenants' needs. However, concerns include pest control issues, inconsistent exterminator visits, and occasional management lapses. Some residents appreciate the building's location and amenities, while others note heating and maintenance challenges, emphasizing the need for improved landlord responsiveness and tenant care. Despite mixed feedback, the general consensus leans towards recommending the building for its convenience and community vibe, with suggestions for better upkeep and communication from the management.
Open Violations
Only open violations from the last 10 years.
Data last updated 3 days ago.
BUILDING AVERAGE:
1.14 violations per unit
NEW YORK CITY AVERAGE:
0.81 violation per unit
The average number of violations per unit at 534 West 147 Street is worse than the city .
Non-hazardous
6
class A
i.e. no peephole on a door, or no street # on the building, unlawful keeping of animals
MOST RECENT:
Mar 19, 2025: § 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 2nd room from north at east, the 3rd room from north at east, the 3rd room from north at center located at apt 43, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
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Hazardous
11
class B
i.e. smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways
MOST RECENT:
Mar 19, 2025: § 27-2026 adm code remove all obstructions and repair all defects in the wasteline at the bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 43, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
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Immediately hazardous
7
class C
i.e. rodents, pest, mold, inadequate heat or hot water, defective building parts
MOST RECENT:
Mar 19, 2025: § 27-2056.6 adm code - correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st window frame from west at north wall in the kitchen 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
Alan Shamah
3.2(44)
Head Officer•
33 Properties•1170 UnitsLitigation History: Yes
Evictions: 74
C
Carl Zekaria
3.2(39)
Site Manager•
Officer•
30 Properties•1085 UnitsLitigation History: Yes
Evictions: 62
S
Shamco Management Corp.
3.1(35)
Agent•
8 Properties•239 UnitsLitigation History: Yes
Evictions: 25
W
West 147TH Street Equities LLC
3.2(16)
Owner•
Corporate Owner•
5 Properties•137 UnitsLitigation History: Yes
Evictions: 12
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--% of renters recommend this building
--% of renters approve of this owner
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-- of renters received their security deposits back
It HAS NOT been reported if this building accepts electronic rent payments.
Reviews (5)
4.12 stars
Over 1 year ago
Nice super, personable management company
Former Tenant
Pros:
Laundry in the building, great. The building super is very nice and responsive. When we decided to break our lease early, the building management company was willing to let us out without penalty if we found replacement tenants. We ended up staying for the entire duration of the lease, but appreciated that this option was on the table after I asked the management company of this was possible. The neighbors are friendly if you say hi when you see them regularly and get to know them.
Cons:
There are old apartments and new apartments in this old building, so roaches can be an issue if you aren't clean. This is only a problem if you don't take out trash regularly, so this wasn't an issue for us. Also, lots of rats in the outdoor trash cans.
2.88 stars
Over 2 years ago
West 147th Street
Former Tenant
Pros:
The building is located near several convenient places (trains, bodega, CVS, super markets, riverbank park)
Cons:
Exterminator does not come monthly as promised, virtual doorman breaks down half the time, management is not very responsive
Advice to owner:
Stay true to your promises
2.88 stars
Over 2 years ago
Alright if you like mid things
Former Tenant
Pros:
Minimally loud to quiet block
Laundry room
Laundry room
Cons:
No elevator
Heating sucks in the winter
Hot water is sometimes not available on cold winter mornings
They turn off the intercom at night so you hear banging on the building door starting 1am
Heating sucks in the winter
Hot water is sometimes not available on cold winter mornings
They turn off the intercom at night so you hear banging on the building door starting 1am
Advice to owner:
BE BETTER!!!
PEOPLE LIVE HERE NOT ANIMALS AND THE CONDITIONS IN SOME OF THESE APARTMENTS IS ATROCIOUS
PEOPLE LIVE HERE NOT ANIMALS AND THE CONDITIONS IN SOME OF THESE APARTMENTS IS ATROCIOUS
2.67 stars
Over 3 years ago
Great space, bad management
Former Tenant
Pros:
Great location, nice space
Cons:
Horrible management, no communication
Advice to owner:
Actually take care of tenant problems
3.5 stars
Over 3 years ago
Great Spot Uptown
Former Tenant
Pros:
Moderately priced apartment
Cons:
Shamco is always out to get you
Advice to owner:
Be kinder during the pandemic
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