What do tenants say about Herman Jacobowitz?

Herman Jacobowitz has an average tenant rating of 3.0 out of 5 across 6 reviews.

How many violations does Herman Jacobowitz have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Herman Jacobowitz average 2.25 open violations per unit, more than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Herman Jacobowitz?

50% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Herman Jacobowitz would recommend living there.

Is Herman Jacobowitz responsive to tenants?

34% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Herman Jacobowitz approve of how it is run.

Has Herman Jacobowitz had any litigation cases?

Herman Jacobowitz has 5 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Has Herman Jacobowitz had any evictions?

Herman Jacobowitz has no recorded evictions across their portfolio.

How many buildings does Herman Jacobowitz own or manage?

Herman Jacobowitz owns or manages 1 building totalling 8 units.

Herman Jacobowitz

Head Officer·1 building·8 units

3.0

6 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Herman Jacobowitz

Herman Jacobowitz is a mixed-profile head officer. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.0/5 across 6 reviews, with 50% recommending their buildings and 34% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 0 evictions, 18 open violations, and 5 litigation cases. Data last updated September 11, 2026. Across Bushwick in Brooklyn, Herman Jacobowitz is a head officer associated with 1 building and 8 units. The portfolio is concentrated in Bushwick, reflecting the area's unique character. The building was constructed in 1931 and is classified as a low-rise structure. None of the associated units are rent-stabilized.

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent reviews for properties managed by Herman Jacobowitz reveal a mixed tenant experience. While some residents appreciate the locations and amenities, such as spacious apartments and rooftop views, many express dissatisfaction related to management responsiveness. Concerns about pest issues, garbage management, and the reliability of heating and water pressure are prevalent. Notably, there are serious grievances regarding the retention of security deposits, with several tenants highlighting their challenges in retrieving these funds. Overall, prospective renters might find perks in the buildings but should remain cautious of management practices and potential issues post-tenancy.

Reviews

Former tenant·9 minutes ago

Avoid if you can

Pros

- good location for Bushwick nightlife - decently large spaces for the price

Cons

- landlord is unresponsive - basements are filled with roaches - neighbors are loud

Former tenant·Over 3 years ago

Good stay three months

Pros

Conveniently close to subway station

Cons

Not to good smell at the entrance

Buildings associated with HERMAN JACOBOWITZ

Good cause
249 Jefferson Street
3.0(6)
Bushwick

Good cause

249 Jefferson Street

3.0(6)

Bushwick

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 average2.25Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

0Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

6Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

9Class A

Non-hazardous

No peephole on a door, no street number on the building, unlawful keeping of animals

3Class I

Missing info

Missing or non-compliant with administrative information orders or filings

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