What do tenants say about Michael Gershfeld?

Michael Gershfeld has an average tenant rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 3 reviews.

How many violations does Michael Gershfeld have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Michael Gershfeld average 0.05 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Michael Gershfeld?

67% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Michael Gershfeld would recommend living there.

Is Michael Gershfeld on the worst landlords list?

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

Has Michael Gershfeld had any evictions?

Michael Gershfeld has 3 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

How many buildings does Michael Gershfeld own or manage?

Michael Gershfeld owns or manages 1 building totalling 235 units.

Is Michael Gershfeld responsive to tenants?

67% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Michael Gershfeld approve of how it is run.

Has Michael Gershfeld had any litigation cases?

Michael Gershfeld has 3 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Michael Gershfeld

Site Manager·1 building·235 units

4.5

3 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Michael Gershfeld

Michael Gershfeld is a well-regarded and reliable site manager. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 4.5/5 across 3 reviews, with 67% recommending their buildings and 67% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 3 evictions, 12 open violations, and 3 litigation cases. Data last updated September 3, 2026. Associated with 1 building and 235 units across Brooklyn, Michael Gershfeld is a site manager responsible for a portfolio that spans construction from 1964. The portfolio is concentrated in Downtown Brooklyn. The building is categorized as a high-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 buildings managed by Michael Gershfeld reveal a generally well-maintained living environment with clean common areas, attentive doorman service, and minimal pest issues. Residents appreciate the friendly and helpful staff contributing to a welcoming atmosphere. However, some tenants note inconsistencies in management responsiveness and communication, partly due to frequent turnover in the management team. Ongoing nearby construction is also a recurring inconvenience. Water pressure and heating performance are mostly satisfactory, though occasional cold water and noise disruptions have been reported. Overall, Gordon Gershfeld’s properties attract positive feedback for staff and cleanliness, but improved management stability and communication would enhance tenant satisfaction.

Reviews

Former tenant·2 hours ago

Good Place to Live

Pros

Overall, this is a good place to live. The building has had several recent updates, and the common areas are kept clean. The staff is friendly and helpful, which makes for a welcoming atmosphere.

Cons

The main downsides are the building management and occasional maintenance issues. Management is not always very responsive, and there seems to be frequent turnover among the management team, which can make communication and issue resolution inconsistent. Additionally, the water sometimes runs cold, which can be inconvenient.

Former tenant·2 months ago

Amazing staff and great building!

Pros

So well-located and the best doormen! We love the staff.

Cons

Construction on the municipal buildings behind the unit are ongoing

Buildings associated with MICHAEL GERSHFELD

Rent-stabilized
85 Livingston Street
4.5(3)
Downtown Brooklyn

Rent-stabilized

85 Livingston Street

4.5(3)

Downtown Brooklyn

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 average0.05Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

0Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

10Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

2Class 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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