What do tenants say about Henry Spitzer?

Henry Spitzer has an average tenant rating of 3.5 out of 5 across 4 reviews.

How many violations does Henry Spitzer have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Henry Spitzer average 1.54 open violations per unit, more than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Henry Spitzer?

25% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Henry Spitzer would recommend living there.

How many buildings does Henry Spitzer own or manage?

Henry Spitzer owns or manages 2 buildings totalling 33 units.

Is Henry Spitzer responsive to tenants?

75% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Henry Spitzer approve of how it is run.

Is Henry Spitzer on the worst landlords list?

Henry Spitzer has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Has Henry Spitzer had any litigation cases?

Henry Spitzer has 4 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Has Henry Spitzer had any evictions?

Henry Spitzer has 2 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Henry Spitzer

Head Officer·2 buildings·33 units

3.5

4 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Henry Spitzer

Henry Spitzer is a poorly regarded head officer. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.5/5 across 4 reviews, with 25% recommending their buildings and 75% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 2 evictions, 51 open violations, and 4 litigation cases. Data last updated September 12, 2026. Associated with 2 buildings and 33 units across Brooklyn, Henry Spitzer is a Head Officer responsible for a portfolio that spans construction eras from the 1930s to the 1930s, reflecting a specific period of development. The portfolio is concentrated in Ditmas Park in Brooklyn. The buildings are mostly low-rise, built in 1931. All of the associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments. Individual building ratings, tenant reviews, and public records are on the associated building pages.

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent tenant feedback for Henry Spitzer's buildings reflects a mixed management experience. While some appreciate his responsiveness and the convenient locations, cleanliness and maintenance are consistent pain points, especially at 605 Rugby Road, where garbage management and pest control are notably poor. Heating generally works well, and neighbors tend to be agreeable. Security and comfort are praised in some buildings, though visible damage like bullet holes raises concerns. Tenants suggest improvements in garbage area upkeep and building repairs to enhance safety and cleanliness. Overall, management is considered responsive but could benefit from more proactive maintenance and better common area conditions.

Reviews

Former tenant·9 minutes ago

Dirty, dirty, dirty

Pros

The location is very close to the train station and other shops making it very convenient.

Cons

So dirty. I can overlook the common areas never being cleaned but throwing out the garbage in the alley is taking a chance on tripping over the narrow and dirty steps to go in the alley, bumping into a random homeless person or drug addict, getting attacked by flies and rats, or stepping in poop/vomit/garbage. The heat was intense in the winter but better than no heat I guess.

Advice to the owners

Clean the common areas, and put a locked gate to the garbage area

Former tenant·Over 1 year ago

Dirty, poorly maintained building

Pros

Great location, 1 block from subway. Nicely renovated apartment. That's about it.

Cons

Came to view a vacant apartment. The apartment itself was renovated and nice, but the building is absolutely run down. The building door paint is peeling and tagged with graffiti. Dingy dim yellow lighting, scratches and streak marks covering all hallway walls, loose tiles in the stairwell...it felt like a horror movie. The courtyard is full of garbage and rotting construction materials AKA rat & roach heaven. No live in super (apparently they live a few blocks down) but I doubt they are active after what I had seen. Makes sense why the apartment was listed so cheap. AVOID.

Advice to the owners

Fix up the building!

Buildings associated with HENRY SPITZER

Rent-stabilized

662 East 21 Street

4.1(1)

Ditmas Park

Rent-stabilized

605 Rugby Road

3.0(3)

Ditmas Park

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 average1.54Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

10Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

24Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

17Class 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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Henry Spitzer

Head Officer·2 buildings·33 units

3.5

4 reviews