What do tenants say about Joseph Brusco?

Joseph Brusco has an average tenant rating of 3.5 out of 5 across 28 reviews.

How many violations does Joseph Brusco have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Joseph Brusco average 0.07 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Joseph Brusco?

59% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Joseph Brusco would recommend living there.

How many buildings does Joseph Brusco own or manage?

Joseph Brusco owns or manages 25 buildings totalling 228 units.

Is Joseph Brusco on the worst landlords list?

Joseph Brusco has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Is Joseph Brusco responsive to tenants?

52% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Joseph Brusco approve of how it is run.

Has Joseph Brusco had any evictions?

Joseph Brusco has no recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Has Joseph Brusco had any litigation cases?

Joseph Brusco has 7 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Joseph Brusco

Head Officer·25 buildings·228 units

3.5

28 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Joseph Brusco

Joseph Brusco is a mixed-profile head officer. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.5/5 across 28 reviews, with 59% recommending their buildings and 52% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 0 evictions, 17 open violations, and 7 litigation cases. Data last updated September 16, 2026. Across the All Upper West Side and East Village in Manhattan, Joseph Brusco is a Head Officer associated with 25 buildings and 228 units. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods across Manhattan. The buildings were constructed between the 1880s and the 1960s, reflecting a range of historical development. The buildings are mostly low-rise. About 64% of the associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments.

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent tenant feedback on properties managed by Joseph Brusco indicates significant variability in experiences. While many residents appreciate the cleanliness, location, and responsive management, issues regarding pest control, heat, and unresponsiveness from management have been noted as major concerns. Several reviews also highlight maintenance delays and communication challenges with management, suggesting a need for improvement in owner engagement. While some tenants recommend the buildings for their pleasant atmosphere and community, others express frustration over unresolved pest issues and inadequate heating, painting a mixed picture of living conditions in these properties.

Reviews

Former tenant·just now

nice place to live

Pros

Management is pretty responsive, appliances work well, nice area

Cons

Heat did not work well in winter

Former tenant·2 hours ago

Very nice building

Pros

Long term tenants Management company (not super) is quick to respond to complaints Great location

Cons

No laundry + walk-up building Super does not do anything

Buildings associated with JOSEPH BRUSCO

Good cause

160 West 80 Street

Upper West Side

Good cause

162 West 80 Street

3.3(10)

Upper West Side

Good cause

164 West 80 Street

Upper West Side

Rent-stabilized

101 West 77 Street

3.0(3)

Upper West Side

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 average0.07Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

4Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

8Class 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

3Class I

Missing info

Missing or non-compliant with administrative information orders or filings

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Joseph Brusco

Head Officer·25 buildings·228 units

3.5

28 reviews