What do tenants say about Sam Tyr?

Sam Tyr has an average tenant rating of 2.9 out of 5 across 7 reviews.

How many violations does Sam Tyr have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Sam Tyr average 3.5 open violations per unit, more than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Sam Tyr?

29% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Sam Tyr would recommend living there.

Has Sam Tyr had any evictions?

Sam Tyr has no recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Is Sam Tyr on the worst landlords list?

Sam Tyr has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Is Sam Tyr responsive to tenants?

15% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Sam Tyr approve of how it is run.

How many buildings does Sam Tyr own or manage?

Sam Tyr owns or manages 1 building totalling 6 units.

Sam Tyr

Head Officer·1 building·6 units

2.9

7 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Sam Tyr

Sam Tyr is a mixed-profile head officer. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 2.9/5 across 7 reviews, with 29% recommending their buildings and 15% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 0 evictions, 21 open violations, and 0 litigation cases. Data last updated July 28, 2026. Associated with 1 building and 6 units across Queens, Sam Tyr is a Head Officer responsible for a portfolio that spans construction from the 1930s, reflecting a historical development era. The portfolio is concentrated in Ridgewood in Queens. The building is mostly low-rise. No associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments. Prospective renters can find building-level ratings, reviews, and open-data records 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 properties managed by Sam Tyr reveal significant concerns regarding management quality. Tenants frequently mention issues with cleanliness and garbage management, highlighting a persistent pest problem, particularly with roaches. While some buildings are praised for their heat and water pressure, responsiveness from the landlord is notably lacking, with many residents feeling ignored or unacknowledged when facing maintenance issues. Additionally, reports of harassment over late rent and disputes regarding security deposits further diminish confidence in the management. Overall, potential renters should approach these buildings with caution due to ongoing maintenance and landlord responsiveness issues.

Reviews

Former tenant·just now

bug time AKA roach alert

Pros

great location, roof access, chill neighbors

Cons

roach problem, no cleaning of apt between leasors, super is weird about backyard access, constant issues with in-building washer/dryer, smell of gas

Advice to the owners

maintain the building better, spray for roaches consistently without promoting, change super

Former tenant·Over 2 years ago

Pray paint over mold

Pros

Great location. Close to train. Roof top view.

Cons

Landlord is unhelpful with any requests. Took him our entire first/ half of second month to clean and repaint the apartment when he said it would be move in ready and didn’t even let us prorate the rent. Mold in our apartment that was just spray painted over.

Advice to the owners

Do better

Buildings associated with SAM TYR

609 Seneca Avenue
2.9(7)
Ridgewood

609 Seneca Avenue

2.9(7)

Ridgewood

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 average3.50Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

5Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

7Class 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

FAQs

Sam Tyr

Head Officer·1 building·6 units

2.9

7 reviews