275 W 117 St,Manhattan, NY 10026
138 Units
•Built in 2003
•10 Floors
•Rent Stabilized Units: Yes
Good Cause Eviction: Yes
Evictions: 3
Litigation History: Yes
1 Year Bedbug History: No
Pet Friendly: Unknown
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Review Summary for 275 W 117 St
Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on openigloo.
Recent tenant reviews highlight mixed experiences at 279 West 117 Street. While some appreciate the spacious units, attentive doormen, and convenient location near amenities, others express concerns about pests, cleanliness, and landlord responsiveness. Residents praise the friendly community atmosphere but note the need for better maintenance in common areas. Suggestions include addressing pest issues, updating amenities like the gym, and improving owner responsiveness. Despite some drawbacks like noise levels, the building's overall appeal lies in its family-friendly environment and well-maintained facilities, making it a suitable choice for those seeking a welcoming community in Harlem.
Open Violations
Only open violations from the last 10 years.
Data last updated 13 hours ago.
BUILDING AVERAGE:
0 violations per unit
NEW YORK CITY AVERAGE:
0.81 violation per unit
The average number of violations per unit at 275 W 117 St is better than the city.
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
0
class B
i.e. smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways
MOST RECENT:
No violation found...
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Immediately hazardous
0
class C
i.e. rodents, pest, mold, inadequate heat or hot water, defective building parts
MOST RECENT:
No violation found...
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Missing information/filings
0
class I
Missing or non-compliant with administrative information orders or filings
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Property Owners and Associates
I
Ibec Building Corp
3.7(25)
Agent•
45 Properties•841 UnitsLitigation History: Yes
Evictions: 10
F
Fred-doug 117 LLC
4.2(5)
Corporate Owner•
1 Property•138 UnitsLitigation History: Yes
Evictions: 3
J
John Frezza
4(20)
Shareholder•
Head Officer•
3 Properties•407 UnitsLitigation History: Yes
Evictions: 4
E
Eddie Ahmetaj
4.2(5)
Site Manager•
1 Property•138 UnitsLitigation History: Yes
Evictions: 3
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--% of renters recommend this building
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Rents and Deposits
-- of renters received their security deposits back
It HAS NOT been reported if this building accepts electronic rent payments.
Reviews (5)
3 stars
Over 2 years ago
a roach motel
Former Tenant
Pros:
some great neighbors, thomas at the front desk is a sweetheart, sort of convenient.
Cons:
some terrible neighbors, trash room on each floor attracts pests with these weird open bins, roaches in the hallway, roaches on the elevator panel, roaches in the elevator, roaches in my apartment
Advice to owner:
pleaaaaase fix the roach + trash problem. i know all of nyc has some roaches but we forreal have an infestation.
4.12 stars
Over 2 years ago
Great affordable units
Former Tenant
Pros:
Rent stabilized so rent only goes up by a small percentage each year. The doormen and bulging staff are very helpful and friendly. The units are spacious and have lots of closet space. The building is very convenient—located near the subway and lots of good restaurants and bars. Units facing the street may be too loud for some people, but it doesn’t bother me.
Cons:
Too cold in the winter. The units are not sound proofed well so I hear my upstairs neighbors often. Common areas (like the laundry room) need to be updated and cleaned.
Advice to owner:
The laundry room needs to be cleaned and common areas need to be updated. The patio is not well utilized—should put more chair outside and plans do people can enjoy it.
4.75 stars
Over 3 years ago
Great Family Building
Former Tenant
Pros:
I have lived here for many years and love the family feeling in the building. Everyone Says hello when passing in the hallway and chats in the gym and laundry room. Our wonderful doormen keep us and our packages safe!
Cons:
I with them upkeep of the hallways and stairwells was a bit better. The building could do with some fresh paint and new carpet.
Advice to owner:
Having someone walk the stairwells occasionally would be great. The amount of cigarette butts that accumulate in the back stairwells is gross.
4.88 stars
Over 3 years ago
Loved living in this building
Former Tenant
Pros:
The elevators always work, neighbors are hospitable and kind, and the doormen are very helpful. Lived here for a year and never saw a rodent, and the building stays very clean in common areas.
Cons:
This is so nitpicky, but the gym needs a bit of updating. Honestly, it’s not that bad and very convenient.
4 stars
Over 3 years ago
The Douglas in Harlem
Former Tenant
Pros:
The neighborhood is AMAZING
The doormen are incredibly sweet, especially Thomas.
Laundry and (small) gym in the building are a great perk.
The doormen are incredibly sweet, especially Thomas.
Laundry and (small) gym in the building are a great perk.
Cons:
The landlords are hostile and mean, and responds to criticism with comments like “then move somewhere else”. The actual rental company itself is not responsive or kind.
The super (Eddie) is a pathological liar, bully and racist. He charged people of color more for laundry cards, and made racial slurs. He never works but when he does it’s bad work, which he then blames on others.
The super (Eddie) is a pathological liar, bully and racist. He charged people of color more for laundry cards, and made racial slurs. He never works but when he does it’s bad work, which he then blames on others.
Advice to owner:
Fire Eddie. He’s a lazy, crooked, horrible man.
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