What do tenants say about Joseph Landau?

Joseph Landau has an average tenant rating of 2.6 out of 5 across 24 reviews.

How many violations does Joseph Landau have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Joseph Landau average 0.55 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Joseph Landau?

13% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Joseph Landau would recommend living there.

How many buildings does Joseph Landau own or manage?

Joseph Landau owns or manages 2 buildings totalling 232 units.

Is Joseph Landau on the worst landlords list?

Joseph Landau has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Has Joseph Landau had any litigation cases?

Joseph Landau has 33 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Is Joseph Landau responsive to tenants?

13% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Joseph Landau approve of how it is run.

Has Joseph Landau had any evictions?

Joseph Landau has 17 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Joseph Landau

Officer·2 buildings·232 units

2.6

24 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Joseph Landau

Joseph Landau is a mixed-profile officer. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 2.6/5 across 24 reviews, with 13% recommending their buildings and 13% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 17 evictions, 129 open violations, and 33 litigation cases. Data last updated August 18, 2026. Joseph Landau is an officer associated with 2 buildings and 232 units across Crown Heights in Brooklyn. The portfolio is concentrated in Crown Heights in Brooklyn. The buildings were built primarily in the 1920s and are mostly mid-rise. All of the associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments.

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent reviews of properties managed by Joseph Landau reflect significant concerns regarding management and maintenance standards. Tenants frequently report issues with cleanliness, pest control, and responsiveness from management, indicating a lack of effective oversight. Many residents noted ongoing problems like broken elevators, leaks, and inconsistent heating, contributing to a generally negative living environment. However, some reviews highlight the spaciousness and affordability of the apartments, along with friendly neighbors. Overall, potential renters should be cautious, as numerous complaints suggest that property management may not prioritize tenant satisfaction or timely resolutions to pressing issues.

Reviews

Former tenant·just now

Okay building, could be better

Pros

Big apartments with updated kitchen

Cons

Elevators break down, stairs are dirty, heat sometimes works and sometimes doesn’t. Packages get stolen easily

Former tenant·4 hours ago

Would not recommend

Pros

Lot of space

Cons

- bad landlords, unresponsive, combative, and untruthful - extreme pest problem (cockroaches) - inconsistent heating during winter months

Buildings associated with JOSEPH LANDAU

Rent-stabilized

240 Crown Street

2.5(13)

Crown Heights

Rent-stabilized

377 Montgomery Street

2.7(11)

Crown Heights

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 average0.55Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

57Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

54Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

18Class 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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Joseph Landau

Officer·2 buildings·232 units

2.6

24 reviews