What do tenants say about Nathan Chess?

Nathan Chess has an average tenant rating of 3.8 out of 5 across 8 reviews.

How many violations does Nathan Chess have across their portfolio?

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

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Nathan Chess?

75% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Nathan Chess would recommend living there.

How many buildings does Nathan Chess own or manage?

Nathan Chess owns or manages 5 buildings totalling 64 units.

Is Nathan Chess responsive to tenants?

75% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Nathan Chess approve of how it is run.

Has Nathan Chess had any litigation cases?

Nathan Chess has 1 housing court litigation case across their portfolio.

Is Nathan Chess on the worst landlords list?

Nathan Chess has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Has Nathan Chess had any evictions?

Nathan Chess has 4 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Nathan Chess

Officer·5 buildings·64 units

3.8

8 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Nathan Chess

Nathan Chess is a mixed-profile officer. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.8/5 across 8 reviews, with 75% recommending their buildings and 75% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 4 evictions, 7 open violations, and 1 litigation case. Data last updated August 29, 2026. Nathan Chess is an officer associated with 5 buildings and 64 units across Hell's Kitchen in Manhattan. The portfolio is concentrated in Hell's Kitchen, reflecting a singular neighborhood focus. The buildings were built primarily in the 1910s and are mostly low-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 feedback for buildings managed by Nathan Chess reveals a mix of positive and negative experiences. Tenants appreciate well-sized apartments, convenient locations, and generally responsive superintendents. Buildings are often quiet with good garbage management and ample water pressure. However, issues persist with outdated appliances, occasional pest problems, and pre-war characteristics like uneven floors and overly hot heating systems in winter. Complaints about cleanliness, slow owner responsiveness, and neglected repairs occasionally surface. While many tenants approve of the management and recommend the buildings, there is a clear call for improved maintenance, timely communication, and better upkeep to enhance tenant satisfaction.

Reviews

Former tenant·10 minutes ago

Good pre-war apartment with small issues

Pros

The studios are pretty big, above average in size. Maybe around 350 sq ft Pay by check through mail; can be late a few days Live-in super is usually responsive and nice but you'll still need to tip a little Extremely quiet (depending on if you're facing the street) No vagrants around; good location for transit, food, West Side highway, etc.

Cons

Some bugs enter the apartment year-round; get bug bites occasionally Slightly slanted floor Pre-war apartment, so there are water pipes that provide heat through thermal radiation. During the winter, it's so hot that you have to open the window and use a fan to blow air in; I had to purchase a window screen from Home Depot. My window unit A/C doesn't work when the outside air is cold.