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Joseph Motta

Head Officer·3 buildings·38 units
4.2

3 reviews

Highlights

No
Evictions
No
Litigation cases

About Joseph Motta

Joseph Motta is a well-regarded and reliable head officer. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 4.2/5 across 3 reviews, with 100% recommending their buildings and 100% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 0 evictions, 3 open violations, and 0 litigation cases. Data last updated September 2, 2026. Associated with 3 buildings and 38 units across Manhattan, Joseph Motta is a head officer responsible for a portfolio that spans construction eras from the 1910s to the 1920s, reflecting multiple generations of development. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods across Manhattan, specifically in Yorkville and Murray Hill. The buildings are 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.

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 tenant feedback for buildings managed by Joseph Motta points to well-located, affordable residences with friendly neighbors and quiet environments. Cleanliness and garbage management are generally good, contributing to a pleasant living atmosphere. While landlord responsiveness is typically timely and appreciated, heating issues commonly arise with inconsistent warmth and insulation challenges. Pest concerns, especially near garbage areas, have been noted but tend to be managed. Some maintenance delays occur, particularly elevator service interruptions. Overall, tenants value the balance of affordability, community, and responsiveness, though improvements in heating and pest control could enhance tenant satisfaction further.

Reviews

Former tenant·4 minutes ago

Great for the price

Pros

Neighbors were lovely. Great prices and great location. Laundry in building and elevator (although occasionally out of service).

Cons

Slow responsiveness by super. Not always the most cleanly exterior. Heating is very touchy and not great insulation. Had to purchase AC unit.

Former tenant·2 minutes ago

Overall nice building

Pros

Quiet Great location Responsive Landlord

Cons

Heating was not consistent

Buildings associated with JOSEPH MOTTA

  • 515 East 83 Street
    Rent-stabilized

    515 East 83 Street

    4.4(2)

    Yorkville

  • 29 East 37 Street
    Rent-stabilized

    29 East 37 Street

    4.1(1)

    Murray Hill

  • 533 East 87 Street
    Rent-stabilized

    533 East 87 Street

    Yorkville

515 East 83 Street
Rent-stabilized

515 East 83 Street

4.4(2)

Yorkville

29 East 37 Street
Rent-stabilized

29 East 37 Street

4.1(1)

Murray Hill

533 East 87 Street
Rent-stabilized

533 East 87 Street

Yorkville

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 average0.07Violations per unit
NYC average0.81Violations per unit
0Class C
Immediately hazardous

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

3Class B
Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

0Class 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

FAQs

Joseph Motta has an average tenant rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 3 reviews.

Buildings managed by Joseph Motta average 0.07 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

100% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Joseph Motta would recommend living there.

Joseph Motta has no housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

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

Joseph Motta owns or manages 3 buildings totalling 38 units.

Joseph Motta has no recorded evictions across their portfolio.

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Joseph Motta

Head Officer·3 buildings·38 units
4.2

3 reviews

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