What do tenants say about Sam Shamovilian?

Sam Shamovilian has an average tenant rating of 3.0 out of 5 across 3 reviews.

How many violations does Sam Shamovilian have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Sam Shamovilian average 0.35 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Sam Shamovilian?

34% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Sam Shamovilian would recommend living there.

Is Sam Shamovilian responsive to tenants?

34% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Sam Shamovilian approve of how it is run.

Has Sam Shamovilian had any litigation cases?

Sam Shamovilian has no housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Has Sam Shamovilian had any evictions?

Sam Shamovilian has 1 recorded eviction across their portfolio.

Is Sam Shamovilian on the worst landlords list?

Sam Shamovilian has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

How many buildings does Sam Shamovilian own or manage?

Sam Shamovilian owns or manages 2 buildings totalling 14 units.

Sam Shamovilian

Shareholder·2 buildings·14 units

3.0

3 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Sam Shamovilian

Sam Shamovilian is a mixed-profile shareholder. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.0/5 across 3 reviews, with 34% recommending their buildings and 34% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 1 eviction, 5 open violations, and 0 litigation cases. Data last updated September 11, 2026. Sam Shamovilian is a shareholder associated with 2 buildings and 14 units across the East Village in Manhattan. The portfolio is concentrated in the East Village in Manhattan. The buildings were built primarily in the 1900s and are mostly low-rise. About half of the associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments.

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Tenants renting buildings managed by Sam Shamovilian experience a mix of positive and negative aspects. Properties benefit from prime locations and responsive owner communication in some cases, with tenants appreciating garbage management and heating quality. However, several reviews highlight persistent issues such as pest infestations, noise disturbances, and maintenance delays. Management responsiveness varies significantly, with complaints about slow or inadequate handling of problems, particularly in one building plagued by rodents and appliance failures. Renters advise improvements in maintenance and customer service systems. Overall, prospective tenants should expect a varied experience, with management attentive in some buildings but needing stronger oversight and upgrades in others.

Reviews

Former tenant·5 months ago

Great location and first apartment

Pros

Amazing location with good lighting (third ave windows)

Cons

There were some bugs/ roaches. Penny farthing across the street is loud which can be annoying if you’re not into that

Former tenant·Over 2 years ago

Mice infestation, non working appliances and horrible management

Pros

The location is good

Cons

This building is overpriced. Multiple issues with mice throughout the building. Stolen packages with no response from management. Oven and multiple burners do not work. Constant water leaks and horrible heat.

Advice to the owners

Fix issues

Buildings associated with SAM SHAMOVILIAN

Rent-stabilized

139 East 12 Street

2.5(2)

East Village

Good cause

96 3 Avenue

3.5(1)

East Village

Building ratings

Cleanliness

Trash management

Pest control

Water pressure

Heat

Neighbors

Noise levels

Owner responsiveness

Cleanliness

Trash management

Pest control

Water pressure

Heat

Neighbors

Noise levels

Owner responsiveness

Rents and deposits

Renters received their security deposits back

Electronic rent payments

Open violations

From past 10 years · Updated 5 days ago

Average violations per unit for this owner or associate is better than the city average.

Owner average0.35Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

4Class C

Immediately hazardous

Rodents, pest, mold, inadequate heat or hot water, defective building parts

1Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

0Class A

Non-hazardous

No peephole on a door, no street number on the building, unlawful keeping of animals

0Class I

Missing info

Missing or non-compliant with administrative information orders or filings

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Sam Shamovilian

Shareholder·2 buildings·14 units

3.0

3 reviews