What do tenants say about Samuel Kurtz?

Samuel Kurtz has an average tenant rating of 3.4 out of 5 across 16 reviews.

How many violations does Samuel Kurtz have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Samuel Kurtz average 0.29 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Samuel Kurtz?

44% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Samuel Kurtz would recommend living there.

Is Samuel Kurtz responsive to tenants?

57% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Samuel Kurtz approve of how it is run.

Has Samuel Kurtz had any litigation cases?

Samuel Kurtz has 1 housing court litigation case across their portfolio.

Has Samuel Kurtz had any evictions?

Samuel Kurtz has 5 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Is Samuel Kurtz on the worst landlords list?

Samuel Kurtz has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

How many buildings does Samuel Kurtz own or manage?

Samuel Kurtz owns or manages 1 building totalling 164 units.

Samuel Kurtz

Head Officer·1 building·164 units

3.4

16 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Samuel Kurtz

Samuel Kurtz is a mixed-profile head officer. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.4/5 across 16 reviews, with 44% recommending their buildings and 57% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 5 evictions, 49 open violations, and 1 litigation case. Data last updated September 6, 2026. Across Greenwood in Brooklyn, Samuel Kurtz is a head officer associated with 1 building and 164 units. The portfolio is concentrated in Greenwood in Brooklyn. The building was constructed in the 1920s and is categorized as primarily mid-rise. 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 reviews for buildings managed by Samuel Kurtz underscore a mix of solid advantages and notable concerns. Residents frequently commend the cleanliness and efficient garbage management, alongside the friendly neighborhood atmosphere and responsive superintendents. However, recurring issues include inconsistent heating, pest control troubles, and owner responsiveness, which often falls short. Some buildings appear well-maintained, while others reveal significant maintenance struggles and pervasive pest issues. Renters appreciate affordability, yet many suggest the need for updates and renovation to improve living conditions. Overall, while some buildings stand out for quality management, not all tenants have had a favorable experience.

Reviews

Former tenant·just now

Bang for your buck: What more could you ask for?

Pros

A fairly affordable apartment with relatively (to NYC slumlord standards) good care. A group of friendly live-in supers run a tight ship keeping the courtyard looking nice and the trash tidy/spraying down the sidewalks. Courtyard is a nice space. Minimal repairs needed despite this being an old building. Very warm and consistent heat on the 5th floor. Sunny apartment with big windows. Close to Greenwood Cemetery which is nice to walk around. Close to the pretty steady R train. Great sunsets on the roof.

Cons

Bike racks were always packed with abandoned bikes -- no space to lock up. No elevator -- noticed older residents moving out. Stairwell needed cleaning. Ceiling leak repaired to no avail and sloppy. Lots of pollution coming from industry nearby, expressway, and 4th ave but thats the city. Minimal trees in surrounding area. Diner on ground floor blew its grease exhaust into courtyard -- smelled bad.

Former tenant·1 month ago

Not horrible but

Pros

Affordable nice super

Cons

Pests and very humid. Basic living

Buildings associated with SAMUEL KURTZ

Rent-stabilized
174 23 Street
3.4(16)
Greenwood

Rent-stabilized

174 23 Street

3.4(16)

Greenwood

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 average0.29Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

9Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

30Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

10Class 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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Samuel Kurtz

Head Officer·1 building·164 units

3.4

16 reviews