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Nelson Management Group Ltd

Corporate Owner·22 buildings·4249 units
3.2

59 reviews

Highlights

167
Evictions
171
Litigation cases

About Nelson Management Group Ltd

Nelson Management Group Ltd is a mixed-profile corporate owner. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.2/5 across 59 reviews, with 72% recommending their buildings and 65% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 167 evictions, 441 open violations, and 171 litigation cases. Data last updated September 5, 2026. Nelson Management Group Ltd is a corporate owner associated with 22 buildings and 4,249 units across The Bronx, Brooklyn, and Manhattan. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods including Soundview, Prospect Heights, Clinton Hill, Two Bridges, Pelham Bay, Longwood, Crown Heights, and Marble Hill. The buildings were constructed across a wide range of years, spanning from the 1900s to the 2010s, reflecting multiple generations of development. The portfolio primarily consists of high-rise buildings. About three-quarters 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.

Renter recommendations

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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 tenant reviews indicate that buildings managed by Nelson Management Group Ltd exhibit a mix of experiences. Residents appreciate the cleanliness and good amenities, with particular praise for maintenance staff and location. However, pervasive issues with pest control, especially cockroach infestations, are alarming. Management responsiveness is inconsistent, with some tenants expressing frustration over gradual rent increases and maintenance delays. Noise levels and heating can vary widely, contributing to dissatisfaction. Overall, while some buildings provide a welcoming environment, serious concerns regarding management and pest control persist, suggesting potential renters should assess individual buildings carefully before committing.

Reviews

Former tenant·3 months ago

Would be perfect without the roaches

Pros

Good amenities, super is awesome, great location, apartments are huge considering the location and rent

Cons

Roaches everywhere in this building

Advice to the owners

You need to get the roach problem under control

Former tenant·5 months ago

Nice apartment and good building management

Pros

good building management spacious

Cons

pest control, persistent roach issues

Buildings associated with NELSON MANAGEMENT GROUP LTD

  • 1520 Story Avenue

    1520 Story Avenue

    3.3(3)

    Soundview

  • 1530 Story Avenue
    Rent-stabilized

    1530 Story Avenue

    4.2(2)

    Soundview

  • 249 Thomas S Boyland Street
    Rent-stabilized

    249 Thomas S Boyland Street

    1.4(1)

    Crown Heights

  • 216 Rockaway Avenue
    Rent-stabilized

    216 Rockaway Avenue

    2.9(2)

    Crown Heights

1520 Story Avenue

1520 Story Avenue

3.3(3)

Soundview

1530 Story Avenue
Rent-stabilized

1530 Story Avenue

4.2(2)

Soundview

249 Thomas S Boyland Street
Rent-stabilized

249 Thomas S Boyland Street

1.4(1)

Crown Heights

216 Rockaway Avenue
Rent-stabilized

216 Rockaway Avenue

2.9(2)

Crown Heights

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 average0.10Violations per unit
NYC average0.81Violations per unit
145Class C
Immediately hazardous

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

246Class B
Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

50Class 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

Nelson Management Group Ltd has an average tenant rating of 3.2 out of 5 across 59 reviews.

Buildings managed by Nelson Management Group Ltd average 0.1 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

72% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Nelson Management Group Ltd would recommend living there.

Nelson Management Group Ltd has 171 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Nelson Management Group Ltd has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

65% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Nelson Management Group Ltd approve of how it is run.

Nelson Management Group Ltd owns or manages 22 buildings totalling 4249 units.

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Nelson Management Group Ltd

Corporate Owner·22 buildings·4249 units
3.2

59 reviews

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