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Shaul Koplowitz

Head Officer·30 buildings·979 units
3.0

62 reviews

Worst landlord

This owner or associate is ranked in the top 100 worst landlords in NYC.

Highlights

55
Evictions
278
Litigation cases

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Renters recommend associated buildings

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Renters approve of this owner or associate

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Tenants renting from Shaul Koplowitz experience a mix of positives and challenges across his buildings. Management is often noted for responsiveness and helpful supers, contributing to generally good neighbor relations and reasonable heating. Many appreciate well-kept common areas and pest control efforts in some buildings. However, persistent issues with cleanliness, garbage management, and noise disturbances, especially from neighbors and nearby businesses, are common. Pest problems, package theft, and inconsistent repairs also appear frequently, revealing a need for more proactive and consistent building oversight. Overall, tenants advise better maintenance and stricter management to improve the living experience.

Reviews

Former tenant·4 minutes ago

148 W 142 St

Pros

Good neighbors and I like the area

Cons

None, the apartment is fine

Former tenant·31 minutes ago

short title for your review

Pros

quiet, decent neighbors

Cons

dingy, no laundry

Buildings associated with SHAUL KOPLOWITZ

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    Rent-stabilized

    148 West 142 Street

    3.5(6)

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  • 610 West 163 Street
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    Washington Heights

  • 570 West 156 Street
    Rent-stabilized

    570 West 156 Street

    2.8(10)

    Washington Heights

  • 117 Post Avenue
    Rent-stabilized

    117 Post Avenue

    2.8(3)

    Inwood

148 West 142 Street
Rent-stabilized

148 West 142 Street

3.5(6)

Central Harlem

610 West 163 Street
Good cause

610 West 163 Street

Washington Heights

570 West 156 Street
Rent-stabilized

570 West 156 Street

2.8(10)

Washington Heights

117 Post Avenue
Rent-stabilized

117 Post Avenue

2.8(3)

Inwood

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 average0.81Violations per unit
NYC average0.81Violations per unit
234Class C
Immediately hazardous

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

401Class B
Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

159Class A
Non-hazardous

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

1Class I
Missing info

Missing or non-compliant with administrative information orders or filings

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Shaul Koplowitz

Head Officer·30 buildings·979 units
3.0

62 reviews

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