What do tenants say about Scott Castellano?

Scott Castellano has an average tenant rating of 2.5 out of 5 across 38 reviews.

How many violations does Scott Castellano have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Scott Castellano average 1.78 open violations per unit, more than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Scott Castellano?

22% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Scott Castellano would recommend living there.

How many buildings does Scott Castellano own or manage?

Scott Castellano owns or manages 35 buildings totalling 484 units.

Has Scott Castellano had any evictions?

Scott Castellano has 38 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Has Scott Castellano had any litigation cases?

Scott Castellano has 112 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Is Scott Castellano on the worst landlords list?

Scott Castellano was ranked #43 on the NYC worst landlords list in 2023.

Is Scott Castellano responsive to tenants?

16% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Scott Castellano approve of how it is run.

Scott Castellano

Head Officer·35 buildings·484 units

2.5

38 reviews

Worst landlord

This owner or associate is ranked in the top 100 worst landlords in NYC.

Highlights

Evictions

112

Litigation cases

About Scott Castellano

Scott Castellano is a poorly regarded head officer. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 2.5/5 across 38 reviews, with 22% recommending their buildings and 16% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 38 evictions, 864 open violations, and 112 litigation cases. Data last updated September 8, 2026. Scott Castellano is a Head Officer associated with a portfolio of 35 buildings and 484 units built primarily in the 1900s. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods across Manhattan, specifically South Harlem, Washington Heights, and West Harlem. The buildings are primarily mid-rise. All of the associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments. Building-level ratings, reviews, and open-data records are available on the associated building pages.

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent reviews indicate that Scott Castellano's buildings are hit-or-miss, with tenants experiencing a mix of outcomes. The cleanliness and maintenance of common areas often fell short, leading to complaints about unresponsive management and significant pest issues, particularly with rodents. While some residents praised individual superintendents for their helpfulness, there was a clear call for better communication and responsiveness from management. Noise complaints were prevalent, especially in certain locations, but many tenants appreciated the apartment sizes and neighborhood vibes. Overall, potential renters should exercise caution and thoroughly investigate building conditions before committing.

Reviews

Former tenant·15 seconds ago

Great Spot, Some Bugs & Mice, Nice Super

Pros

The building has a great super who is generally proactive. The space in the apartment is really big for the price, and it’s enough to have two offices in the living room. It’s also pet friendly, so we see many pets around. It gets good sunlight as well.

Cons

We have had a problem with some mice in our apartment, which was taken care of in about a month, but that was not great. There are roaches that pop up every once in a while.

Former tenant·5 minutes ago

Noisy street, has loiterers, smelly, mouse infestation

Pros

-elevator in building -laundry in basement with a cute cat -enough heat in the winter time -spatious layout -packages are surprisingly secure and doesn't get stolen

Cons

-rat and mouse infestation that never resolved even after 2 years of living there -if you're facing the street, it'll be loud -loiterers around the building who'll blast music and talk loud -the elevator frequently breaks down and you may get stuck inside -strong garbage odor in the summer time