What do tenants say about Michael Apfelbaum?

Michael Apfelbaum has an average tenant rating of 3.1 out of 5 across 11 reviews.

How many violations does Michael Apfelbaum have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Michael Apfelbaum average 0.13 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Michael Apfelbaum?

64% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Michael Apfelbaum would recommend living there.

Has Michael Apfelbaum had any evictions?

Michael Apfelbaum has 11 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Is Michael Apfelbaum on the worst landlords list?

Michael Apfelbaum has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

How many buildings does Michael Apfelbaum own or manage?

Michael Apfelbaum owns or manages 17 buildings totalling 313 units.

Has Michael Apfelbaum had any litigation cases?

Michael Apfelbaum has 10 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Is Michael Apfelbaum responsive to tenants?

64% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Michael Apfelbaum approve of how it is run.

Michael Apfelbaum

Shareholder·17 buildings·313 units

3.1

11 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Michael Apfelbaum

Michael Apfelbaum is a mixed-profile shareholder. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.1/5 across 11 reviews, with 64% recommending their buildings and 64% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 11 evictions, 41 open violations, and 10 litigation cases. Data last updated August 29, 2026. Across the Upper West Side, Sunnyside, Jackson Heights, Murray Hill (Queens), Auburndale, Richmond Hill, and Elmhurst in Manhattan and Queens, Michael Apfelbaum is a shareholder associated with 17 buildings and 313 units. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods across two boroughs. The buildings are primarily low-rise and were built spanning from the 1880s to the 1960s, reflecting a variety of architectural styles. About 94 percent of the associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments. Prospective renters can find building-level ratings, reviews, and open-data records on the associated building pages.

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent tenant feedback for buildings managed by Michael Apfelbaum reveals a mixed management experience. Positive notes include generally decent location choices, pet-friendly policies, some responsive supers, and occasional timely maintenance. However, there are repeated concerns about cleanliness, pest infestations especially cockroaches, inconsistent garbage management, and subpar upkeep of common areas. Management responsiveness varies widely with complaints of unprofessionalism, slow or ineffective response to maintenance issues, and communication problems. Some tenants report safety concerns due to broken locks and poor security features. Overall, renters should expect variable management quality—some buildings show care and attention while others struggle with neglect and tenant dissatisfaction.

Reviews

Former tenant·10 minutes ago

Great location. Could use some cleaning.

Pros

Easy commute. Away from busy streets. Building is sufficient maintained with no major issues.

Cons

Hallways and stairways are not cleaned on regular basis.

Former tenant·33 minutes ago

Old Building in a charming neighborhood

Pros

Location Location Location

Cons

Washer and dryers not repaired Heat controlled by super Common areas not well maintained

Buildings associated with MICHAEL APFELBAUM

Rent-stabilized

198-39 32 Avenue

Auburndale

Rent-stabilized

14412 34 Avenue

4.1(1)

Murray Hill (Queens)

Rent-stabilized

34-27 74 Street

2.5(4)

Jackson Heights

Rent-stabilized

41-56 Denman Street

Elmhurst

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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 average0.13Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

9Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

23Class 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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