What do tenants say about Jacob Epstein?

Jacob Epstein has an average tenant rating of 3.9 out of 5 across 3 reviews.

How many violations does Jacob Epstein have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Jacob Epstein average 1.5 open violations per unit, more than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Jacob Epstein?

100% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Jacob Epstein would recommend living there.

Is Jacob Epstein responsive to tenants?

67% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Jacob Epstein approve of how it is run.

Has Jacob Epstein had any evictions?

Jacob Epstein has 2 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Is Jacob Epstein on the worst landlords list?

Jacob Epstein has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

How many buildings does Jacob Epstein own or manage?

Jacob Epstein owns or manages 1 building totalling 6 units.

Has Jacob Epstein had any litigation cases?

Jacob Epstein has 2 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Jacob Epstein

Agent·1 building·6 units

3.9

3 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Jacob Epstein

Jacob Epstein is a mixed-profile agent. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.9/5 across 3 reviews, with 100% recommending their buildings and 67% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 2 evictions, 9 open violations, and 2 litigation cases. Data last updated August 24, 2026. Across Bushwick in Brooklyn, Jacob Epstein is an agent associated with 1 building and 6 units. The portfolio is concentrated in Bushwick in Brooklyn. The building was built in the 1910s and is categorized as a low-rise structure. None of the associated units have rent-stabilized apartments. Individual building ratings, tenant reviews, and public records are 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 tenant reviews of properties managed by Jacob Epstein highlight a mixed management experience. Residents appreciate the cleanliness, effective garbage management, and strong pest control. Many note the presence of respectful neighbors and convenient locations. However, tenants have expressed frustration with management's responsiveness, often requiring persistent follow-ups for maintenance issues. Heating issues have also been reported in some units, leading to additional costs for residents. While the general atmosphere is often described as pleasant, potential renters should be prepared for occasional maintenance delays and be proactive in communications with management.

Reviews

Former tenant·just now

Good Bushwick Apartment

Pros

updated fixings inside and clean building

Cons

difficult to get management to fix things without consistently following up very easy to hear through walls facing the outer hallway

Former tenant·Over 3 years ago

Yes

Pros

Quiet, respectful neighbors, convenient location

Cons

Management not too responsive, there’s a pest problem at times

Buildings associated with JACOB EPSTEIN

35 Schaefer Street
3.9(3)
Bushwick

35 Schaefer Street

3.9(3)

Bushwick

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 average1.50Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

2Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

0Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

7Class 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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Jacob Epstein

Agent·1 building·6 units

3.9

3 reviews