What do tenants say about Centennial Properties?

Centennial Properties has an average tenant rating of 2.8 out of 5 across 22 reviews.

How many violations does Centennial Properties have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Centennial Properties average 0.08 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Centennial Properties?

32% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Centennial Properties would recommend living there.

Has Centennial Properties had any evictions?

Centennial Properties has 3 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Is Centennial Properties responsive to tenants?

37% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Centennial Properties approve of how it is run.

Is Centennial Properties on the worst landlords list?

Centennial Properties has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

How many buildings does Centennial Properties own or manage?

Centennial Properties owns or manages 10 buildings totalling 175 units.

Has Centennial Properties had any litigation cases?

Centennial Properties has 14 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Centennial Properties

Corporate Owner·10 buildings·175 units

2.8

22 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Centennial Properties

Centennial Properties is a modestly rated but responsible corporate owner. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 2.8/5 across 22 reviews, with 32% recommending their buildings and 37% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 3 evictions, 15 open violations, and 14 litigation cases. Data last updated September 11, 2026. Associated with 10 buildings and 175 units across Manhattan, Centennial Properties is a corporate owner responsible for a portfolio that spans construction eras from the 1890s to the 1920s, reflecting multiple generations of development. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods across Manhattan, including East Harlem, the West Village, Nolita, Hell's Kitchen, the East Village, and the Upper West Side. The buildings are primarily mid-rise. About 90% 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 reviews of buildings managed by Centennial Properties reveal significant concerns about management responsiveness and tenant satisfaction. While some residents appreciate the friendly superintendents and prime locations, many express frustration with inadequate pest control, maintenance delays, and noise issues stemming from nearby bars. Cleanliness and garbage management ratings are mixed, with recurrent complaints about deteriorating conditions. Tenants warn potential renters to be cautious due to issues like frequent rent increases, unprofessional management practices, and ongoing maintenance problems. Overall, while some buildings show positive aspects, many reviews highlight serious management deficiencies that could detract from the living experience.

Reviews

Former tenant·just now

Small and noisy, but nice

Pros

Nice, updated appliances and loft for storage. Windows in all bedrooms and enough space for tv, couch, and small dining

Cons

Very noisy as it’s above a bar and 14th st is inherently noisy

Former tenant·3 months ago

Decent place, great location

Pros

Friendly live in super

Cons

Bar put in the cellar level has brought noise and people outside of the building late at night

Buildings associated with CENTENNIAL PROPERTIES

Rent-stabilized

234 West 14 Street

2.8(9)

West Village

Rent-stabilized

232 Elizabeth Street

3.0(2)

Nolita

Good cause

246 Mott Street

3.6(3)

Nolita

Good cause

51 Leroy Street

1.6(3)

West Village

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 average0.08Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

9Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

5Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

1Class 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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