What do tenants say about Joel Berkowitz?

Joel Berkowitz has an average tenant rating of 3.3 out of 5 across 23 reviews.

How many violations does Joel Berkowitz have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Joel Berkowitz average 1.18 open violations per unit, more than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Joel Berkowitz?

40% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Joel Berkowitz would recommend living there.

Has Joel Berkowitz had any evictions?

Joel Berkowitz has 10 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Is Joel Berkowitz on the worst landlords list?

Joel Berkowitz has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Has Joel Berkowitz had any litigation cases?

Joel Berkowitz has 40 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Is Joel Berkowitz responsive to tenants?

22% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Joel Berkowitz approve of how it is run.

How many buildings does Joel Berkowitz own or manage?

Joel Berkowitz owns or manages 15 buildings totalling 96 units.

Joel Berkowitz

Head Officer·15 buildings·96 units

3.3

23 reviews

Highlights

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About Joel Berkowitz

Joel Berkowitz is a mixed-profile head officer. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.3/5 across 23 reviews, with 40% recommending their buildings and 22% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 10 evictions, 114 open violations, and 40 litigation cases. Data last updated September 10, 2026. Associated with 15 buildings and 96 units across Brooklyn and Queens, Joel Berkowitz is a Head Officer responsible for a portfolio that spans construction eras from the 1900s to the 1930s, reflecting multiple generations of development. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods across Brooklyn and Queens, including Bushwick, Bedford-Stuyvesant, Ridgewood, Williamsburg, Crown Heights, and Stuyvesant Heights. The buildings are mostly low-rise. About 40 percent of the associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments. Prospective renters can find building-level ratings, reviews, and open-data records on the associated building pages.

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent tenant reviews of buildings managed by Joel Berkowitz indicate significant concerns regarding management and maintenance. Many residents report inadequate cleanliness, poor garbage management, and pest problems, including bedbugs and roaches. While some tenants appreciate the spaciousness and location, they consistently criticize owner's poor responsiveness and long wait times for repairs. Complaints about unclean common areas and hazardous building conditions were common. On the positive side, some tenants noted helpful neighbors and strong water pressure. Potential renters should be cautious and prepared for potential management challenges while recognizing the affordability of these properties.

Reviews

Former tenant·16 minutes ago

we had bedbugs

Pros

cheap, spacious, alright

Cons

we had bedbugs and roaches

Former tenant·10 minutes ago

Living at 310

Pros

Super convenient to everything! Myrtle wycoff stop, super market, ridgewood markets and loads of great food trucks!!

Cons

They do not take care of this building at all. The rooftop has been in shambles for the past 2 years and no one is on it. There was a stain in the package room and I personally reported it numerous times. I’ve seen pests in the building but thankfully never my own space. The laundry room and workout room have been neglected. I think I’ve seen someone clean the common spaces maybe 1 time every 2 months and that is being generous. And finally the large con is the management who is sassy and unresponsive and very very unhelpful unless pressers