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Michael Shah

Head Officer·3 buildings·261 units
3.8

10 reviews

Highlights

6
Evictions
13
Litigation cases

About Michael Shah

Michael Shah is a modestly rated but responsible head officer. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.8/5 across 10 reviews, with 38% recommending their buildings and 38% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 6 evictions, 12 open violations, and 13 litigation cases. Data last updated August 23, 2026. Associated with 3 buildings and 261 units across Brooklyn and Manhattan, Michael Shah serves as the Head Officer responsible for a portfolio that spans construction eras from the 1930s to the 2000s. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods across Brooklyn and Manhattan. The buildings are primarily mid-rise, with about one-third of the associated buildings containing rent-stabilized apartments.

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Renters recommend associated buildings

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Renters approve of this owner or associate

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent reviews reveal that Michael Shah manages a diverse portfolio with stark contrasts. Some buildings, especially on Grand Avenue, Brooklyn, suffer from severe safety issues, including drug activity and poor security, leading to resident distress and poor responsiveness from management. Cleanliness and pest control are problematic in these locations. Conversely, other properties, such as those on Morningside Drive and Bedford Avenue, demonstrate well-maintained conditions, prompt issue resolution, responsive staff, and attractive amenities. Noise levels vary depending on building demographics. Overall, renters can expect mixed management experiences, with some buildings notably plagued by neglect and others marked by professionalism and upkeep.

Reviews

Former tenant·10 minutes ago

Good apartments, horrible building

Pros

My unit was lovely on the interior with lots of natural light

Cons

There is a drug dealer living in the building, resulting in people coming and going at all hours of the night, people on drugs in the lobby, and package theft. The management company does nothing to help and when the cops are called, they simply come, ask the person to leave, and do nothing.

Former tenant·4 months ago

Not safe or secure

Pros

- Great location close to the subway - Modern updated kitchen appliances

Cons

- One of the downstairs units was clearly a destination for drug dealing, and the building's common areas (lobby, courtyard, and sidewalks) were full of people using drugs, loitering, and making noise at all hours. The building's door lock was often taped over to allow non-tenant access, and groups of people camp/sleep in the lobby or hang by the mailboxes looking for packages to steal. They were never confrontational toward me, but it's unsettling to come home late at night and have your door opened for you by someone you know doesn't live there. - Persistent problems with German cockroaches that nested inside our dishwasher. Also saw several large American roaches and a mouse. - Frequent hot water issues

Buildings associated with MICHAEL SHAH

  • 30 Morningside Drive
    Good cause

    30 Morningside Drive

    4.1(2)

    Morningside Heights

  • 435 Grand Avenue
    Rent-stabilized

    435 Grand Avenue

    2.3(5)

    Clinton Hill

  • 531 East 12 Street
    Good cause

    531 East 12 Street

    4.5(1)

    East Village

30 Morningside Drive
Good cause

30 Morningside Drive

4.1(2)

Morningside Heights

435 Grand Avenue
Rent-stabilized

435 Grand Avenue

2.3(5)

Clinton Hill

531 East 12 Street
Good cause

531 East 12 Street

4.5(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 average0.04Violations per unit
NYC average0.81Violations per unit
11Class 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

FAQs

Michael Shah has an average tenant rating of 3.8 out of 5 across 10 reviews.

Buildings managed by Michael Shah average 0.04 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

38% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Michael Shah would recommend living there.

Michael Shah has 13 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Michael Shah owns or manages 3 buildings totalling 261 units.

Michael Shah has 6 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Michael Shah has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

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Michael Shah

Head Officer·3 buildings·261 units
3.8

10 reviews

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Available apartments associated with MICHAEL SHAH

    • 30 Morningside Drive #PH3, Manhattan, NY 10025 apartment_kitchen 1
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    Morningside Heights·1 bed, 1 bath
    4.1(2)

    30 Morningside Drive #PH3

  • 30 Morningside Drive #PH3, Manhattan, NY 10025 apartment_kitchen 1
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Morningside Heights·1 bed, 1 bath
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30 Morningside Drive #PH3