Would renters recommend 20 Magaw Place, Manhattan, NY 10033?

40% of tenants who reviewed 20 Magaw Place, Manhattan, NY 10033 would recommend living here.

How responsive is management at 20 Magaw Place, Manhattan, NY 10033?

20% of tenants who reviewed 20 Magaw Place, Manhattan, NY 10033 approve of the building's owner or management.

Does 20 Magaw Place, Manhattan, NY 10033 have any open violations?

This building has 3 open violations.

How noisy is 20 Magaw Place, Manhattan, NY 10033?

Tenants rated noise levels above average at this building.

In the past year, did any apartments in 20 Magaw Place, Manhattan, NY 10033 have bedbug infestations?

In the past year, this building had no reports of bedbug infestations.

Is 20 Magaw Place, Manhattan, NY 10033 good cause eviction protected?

20 Magaw Place, Manhattan, NY 10033 is not covered by good cause eviction protections.

When was 20 Magaw Place, Manhattan, NY 10033 built and how many units does it have?

Built in 1924, this building has 42 units and 6 floors.

Is 20 Magaw Place, Manhattan, NY 10033 rent-stabilized?

20 Magaw Place, Manhattan, NY 10033 has rent-stabilized units.

20 Magaw Place

Hudson Heights, Manhattan, NY 10033

42 units·6 floors·Built in 1924

3.3

5 reviews

Rent-stabilized apartments

This building has apartments that entitle you to a renewal and limited rent increases.

Worst landlord

This building is associated with one of NYC's 100 worst landlords.

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Rents and deposits

Renters received their security deposits back

Electronic rent payments

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Open violations

From past 10 years · Updated 3 days ago

Average violations per unit in this building is better than the city average.

Building average0Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

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About 20 Magaw Place

20 Magaw Place is a mixed-profile building. Tenants rate it 3.3/5 across 5 reviews, with 40% recommending it and 20% approving of the owner. It records 2 evictions, 3 open violations, and 3 litigation cases. Data last updated October 30, 2026. This 6-floor, 42-unit building at 20 Magaw Place in Hudson Heights, Manhattan was built in 1924 and is managed by 20 Magaw Apts INC. Hudson Heights is a residential area in Manhattan known for its hilly terrain and historic architecture. As a pre-war building, it reflects the mid-rise construction typical of the era in Manhattan. This building has apartments that entitle you to a renewal and limited rent increases. This regulatory status limits how much the rent can increase from year to year and gives tenants a right to renew their lease. The A and 1 subway lines are nearby, providing convenient access to other parts of Manhattan. Pets are not allowed in this building. Ratings, tenant reviews, and public open-data are available for this building on Openigloo.

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Recent reviews indicate mixed experiences at 20 Magaw Place. Tenants appreciate the spacious units, quiet environment, good garbage management, and strong water pressure. However, common issues include unresponsive landlords, pest problems, inconsistent cleanliness in common areas, and management's lack of timely responses to emergencies. Some advise installing security measures like cameras for package safety. Overall, while the building boasts friendly neighbors and a great location, there are notable concerns regarding maintenance, communication, and certain disruptive behaviors among residents that impact the living experience.

Reviews of 20 Magaw Place

Former tenant·Over 1 year ago

poorly maintained building

Pros

decent price. nice neighbors. quiet.

Cons

unresponsive landlord, mice in unit and rats in basement, leaky roof.

Former tenant·Over 2 years ago

Needs some work

Pros

Spacious. Nice neighbors.

Cons

Common areas not kept nice. Packages stolen. Laundry room needs help. Rodents and roaches.

Advice to the owners

Install cameras and a package lock box in the lobby

Building owners and associates

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Dio Delrosario
3.3(5)
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1 building
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20 Magaw Apts Inc
3.3(5)
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Worst landlord
Mark Scharfman
3.4(281)
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130 buildings

Dio Delrosario

3.3(5)

1 building

20 Magaw Apts Inc

3.3(5)

1 building

Worst landlord

Mark Scharfman

3.4(281)

130 buildings

20 Magaw Place

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poorly maintained building

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Needs some work

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Building owners and associates

Dio Delrosario

20 Magaw Apts Inc

Mark Scharfman

Dio Delrosario

20 Magaw Apts Inc

Mark Scharfman