What do tenants say about Mark Elman?

Mark Elman has an average tenant rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 4 reviews.

How many violations does Mark Elman have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Mark Elman average 0.1 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Mark Elman?

100% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Mark Elman would recommend living there.

Is Mark Elman responsive to tenants?

100% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Mark Elman approve of how it is run.

Has Mark Elman had any litigation cases?

Mark Elman has 1 housing court litigation case across their portfolio.

Is Mark Elman on the worst landlords list?

Mark Elman has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Has Mark Elman had any evictions?

Mark Elman has 1 recorded eviction across their portfolio.

How many buildings does Mark Elman own or manage?

Mark Elman owns or manages 9 buildings totalling 119 units.

Mark Elman

Site Manager·9 buildings·119 units

4.2

4 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Mark Elman

Mark Elman is a well-regarded and reliable site manager. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 4.2/5 across 4 reviews, with 100% recommending their buildings and 100% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 1 eviction, 12 open violations, and 1 litigation case. Data last updated August 23, 2026. Mark Elman is a site manager associated with 9 buildings and 119 units across the East Village, Tribeca, and Chelsea in Manhattan. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods across Manhattan. The buildings were built primarily in the 2010s, with several dating back to 1868, reflecting a wide range of architectural styles. The portfolio is primarily mid-rise. There are no rent-stabilized apartments among the associated buildings. Building-level ratings, reviews, and open-data records are available on the associated building pages.

Renter recommendations

Renters recommend associated buildings

Renters approve of this owner or associate

Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent reviews for buildings managed by Mark Elman consistently praise the cleanliness and good condition of the apartments, as well as the friendly and enjoyable neighbor relations. Many residents highlight the excellent locations and overall quality of the buildings. However, common concerns include challenges with owner responsiveness and management communication, with some tenants experiencing delays in receiving security deposits or lease renewals. Noise levels vary depending on the neighborhood and proximity to nightlife, but this is generally accepted by residents. Overall, while management responsiveness can be inconsistent, the buildings themselves offer well-maintained, pleasant living environments that tenants are inclined to recommend.

Reviews

Former tenant·4 minutes ago

Great and clean building

Pros

Amazing location, clean and spacious apartment, nice neighbors/building

Cons

Extremely hard to get in touch with management

Former tenant·Over 2 years ago

Great building, Unresponsive Managemenet

Pros

The building was clean with lovely neighbors and a responsive superintendent.

Cons

Building management is very hard to contact about issues. Took me a few months to get my security deposit back and calling every day to get a lease renewal.

Buildings associated with MARK ELMAN

216 Rear Avenue A

East Village

216 Avenue A

East Village

157 East 2 Street

4.4(2)

East Village

512 East 11 Street

4.1(1)

East Village

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 average0.10Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

2Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

1Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

9Class 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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Mark Elman

Site Manager·9 buildings·119 units

4.2

4 reviews