What do tenants say about Michael Shah?

Michael Shah has an average tenant rating of 3.0 out of 5 across 9 reviews.

How many violations does Michael Shah have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Michael Shah average 0.86 open violations per unit, more than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Michael Shah?

23% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Michael Shah would recommend living there.

Is Michael Shah responsive to tenants?

23% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Michael Shah approve of how it is run.

How many buildings does Michael Shah own or manage?

Michael Shah owns or manages 5 buildings totalling 121 units.

Has Michael Shah had any litigation cases?

Michael Shah has 37 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Is Michael Shah on the worst landlords list?

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

Has Michael Shah had any evictions?

Michael Shah has 2 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Michael Shah

Head Officer·5 buildings·121 units

3.0

9 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Michael Shah

Michael Shah is a poorly regarded head officer. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.0/5 across 9 reviews, with 23% recommending their buildings and 23% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 2 evictions, 105 open violations, and 37 litigation cases. Data last updated July 27, 2026. Associated with 5 buildings and 121 units across Brooklyn and Manhattan, Michael Shah 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 Manhattan, including Clinton Hill, Lower East Side, and Two Bridges. The buildings are primarily mid-rise. A majority of the associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments.

Renter recommendations

Renters recommend associated buildings

Renters approve of this owner or associate

Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent reviews of buildings managed by Michael Shah reveal a pattern of mixed experiences. Tenants appreciate good locations, pet allowances, and friendly neighbors in some buildings. However, persistent complaints about inconsistent heating, unresponsiveness from management, and maintenance issues like frequent boiler problems and pest control concerns are common. Garbage management and cleanliness vary significantly, with some buildings rated poorly. Noise levels also fluctuate, with some units reported as very loud due to heating systems or neighbors. While a few tenants recommend some properties, many express frustration over management's slow response and ongoing building infrastructure problems, suggesting room for improvement in maintenance and owner communication.

Reviews

Former tenant·4 minutes ago

425 Grand Ave

Pros

-Location -allows pets

Cons

-extremely loud heating system. Unliveable due to noise. -cold even in spring

Former tenant·Over 1 year ago

Nice building to live in

Pros

I love the location, the space, and the high ceilings. No trouble with pests

Cons

The neighbors can be very loud and there’s a lot of construction nearby

Buildings associated with MICHAEL SHAH

Good cause

90 Downing Street

Clinton Hill

Rent-stabilized

425 Grand Avenue

3.5(6)

Clinton Hill

Rent-stabilized

41 Henry Street

2.6(2)

Two Bridges

Good cause

29 Putnam Avenue

3.0(1)

Clinton Hill

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 worse than the city average.

Owner average0.86Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

27Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

57Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

21Class 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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Michael Shah

Head Officer·5 buildings·121 units

3.0

9 reviews