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Steven Katz

Shareholder·18 buildings·119 units
4.1

12 reviews

Highlights

1
Evictions
4
Litigation cases

About Steven Katz

Steven Katz is a well-regarded and reliable shareholder. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 4.1/5 across 12 reviews, with 67% recommending their buildings and 67% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 1 eviction, 42 open violations, and 4 litigation cases. Data last updated October 24, 2026. Steven Katz is a shareholder associated with 18 buildings and 119 units across Brooklyn. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods including Park Slope, Gowanus, Crown Heights, Greenwood, and Sunset Park. The buildings were constructed between 1886 and 1931, reflecting a range of historical architectural styles. The portfolio primarily consists of low-rise buildings. About one-fifth of the associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments.

Renter recommendations

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Renters recommend associated buildings

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Renters approve of this owner or associate

Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent reviews of buildings managed by Steven Katz reflect a mix of positive and negative experiences. Many tenants commend the cleanliness, garbage management, and neighborly atmosphere, alongside praise for responsive management in addressing basic concerns. However, issues with pest control, particularly rodent infestations, have emerged consistently, highlighting a significant area for improvement. While some buildings offer charming interiors and prime locations, persistent maintenance problems and inadequate responses from management have raised dissatisfaction among a segment of renters. Overall, residents appreciate the potential of these properties but emphasize the need for enhancement in maintenance and pest management practices.

Reviews

Former tenant·just now

Best Building I’ve Lived In

Pros

-Super Mario -Some neighbors were great -Sunset Park nearby -Train one block away

Cons

-thin walls, just dry walls separating neighbors walls -too small for the price they’re asking for with no amenities

Former tenant·1 minute ago

good building, great neighborhood

Pros

prime location, large bedroom, ample closet space

Cons

living area was a bit tight

Buildings associated with STEVEN KATZ

  • 270 16 Street
    Good cause

    270 16 Street

    Park Slope

  • 343A 5 Street
    Good cause

    343A 5 Street

    Park Slope

  • 535 45 Street
    Good cause

    535 45 Street

    3.9(4)

    Sunset Park

  • 97 15 Street

    97 15 Street

    3.6(2)

    Gowanus

270 16 Street
Good cause

270 16 Street

Park Slope

343A 5 Street
Good cause

343A 5 Street

Park Slope

535 45 Street
Good cause

535 45 Street

3.9(4)

Sunset Park

97 15 Street

97 15 Street

3.6(2)

Gowanus

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 average0.35Violations per unit
NYC average0.81Violations per unit
8Class C
Immediately hazardous

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

13Class B
Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

18Class 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

FAQs

Steven Katz has an average tenant rating of 4.1 out of 5 across 12 reviews.

Buildings managed by Steven Katz average 0.35 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

67% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Steven Katz would recommend living there.

Steven Katz has 4 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Steven Katz owns or manages 18 buildings totalling 119 units.

Steven Katz has 1 recorded eviction across their portfolio.

Steven Katz has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

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Steven Katz

Shareholder·18 buildings·119 units
4.1

12 reviews

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