What do tenants say about Jacob Hager?

Jacob Hager has an average tenant rating of 3.1 out of 5 across 118 reviews.

How many violations does Jacob Hager have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Jacob Hager average 0.19 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Jacob Hager?

39% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Jacob Hager would recommend living there.

Is Jacob Hager on the worst landlords list?

Jacob Hager has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Has Jacob Hager had any litigation cases?

Jacob Hager has 150 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

How many buildings does Jacob Hager own or manage?

Jacob Hager owns or manages 50 buildings totalling 1580 units.

Is Jacob Hager responsive to tenants?

47% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Jacob Hager approve of how it is run.

Has Jacob Hager had any evictions?

Jacob Hager has 111 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Jacob Hager

Shareholder·50 buildings·1580 units

3.1

118 reviews

Highlights

111

Evictions

150

Litigation cases

About Jacob Hager

Jacob Hager is a mixed-profile shareholder. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.1/5 across 118 reviews, with 39% recommending their buildings and 47% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 111 evictions, 314 open violations, and 150 litigation cases. Data last updated September 10, 2026. Across Borough Park, Flatbush, Crown Heights, Williamsburg, Weeksville, Prospect Park South, Jamaica, and Hollis in Brooklyn and Queens, Jacob Hager is a shareholder associated with 50 buildings and 1,580 units. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods across Brooklyn and Queens. The buildings were built primarily in the 1900s to 1980s, reflecting a broad range of historical construction. The portfolio is mostly low-rise, with a significant majority of the associated buildings featuring rent-stabilized apartments.

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Jacob Hager's buildings show a wide spectrum of tenant experiences but tend to struggle with consistent maintenance and pest control issues. While some tenants praise responsive supers and a generally affordable living environment with good neighbors and cleanliness in select buildings, many report chronic problems such as roach and rodent infestations, heating failures, poor garbage management, and slow or unresponsive management communication. Security concerns like package theft and occasional neglect of repairs, including water leaks and unsafe conditions, are notable. Overall, management often appears reactive rather than proactive, leading to frustration. Prospective renters should weigh the trade-offs carefully, expecting variability in upkeep and responsiveness across properties.

Reviews

Former tenant·10 minutes ago

Updated Review after years

Pros

We have stayed here for years because the rent has been very cheap.

Cons

Beyond the cosmetic issues the overall management of the building has gotten worse over the years. It was pretty bad initially, ownership was difficult to contact and we kept having leaks and issues with extreme pest control. The heat has gotten much worse, this had been the only plus but now this is no longer a factor and there are still major leaks and pest issues. Management just does not care, they know its cheap and will only improve the bare minimum.

Advice to the owners

Your decision to stop appropriately heating the unit is negatively affecting tenants

Former tenant·5 minutes ago

Well maintained building

Pros

- Awesome super who is very helpful, friendly, and personable - Awesome trash maintenance - Conveniently located - Great neighbors (long time residents) - Elevator building (when working)

Cons

- Dealt with some roaches (never an infestation) - Had a mouse once - Someunits in the building were not as well maintained (leaks, cracks in the plaster, sink issues, etc.) - Dealt with some persistent mold due to poor bathroom ventilation - Elevator was often broken

Advice to the owners

Management is very hands off - never interfaced with landlord (slumlord type). Only interfaced with awesome supers. Not very attentive unless complaint is made if it is a big repair that is needed.