What do tenants say about Gus Benetos?

Gus Benetos has an average tenant rating of 4.1 out of 5 across 5 reviews.

How many violations does Gus Benetos have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Gus Benetos average 0.04 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Gus Benetos?

80% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Gus Benetos would recommend living there.

Is Gus Benetos responsive to tenants?

80% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Gus Benetos approve of how it is run.

Has Gus Benetos had any litigation cases?

Gus Benetos has 1 housing court litigation case across their portfolio.

How many buildings does Gus Benetos own or manage?

Gus Benetos owns or manages 6 buildings totalling 48 units.

Has Gus Benetos had any evictions?

Gus Benetos has 4 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Is Gus Benetos on the worst landlords list?

Gus Benetos has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Gus Benetos

Shareholder·6 buildings·48 units

4.1

5 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Gus Benetos

Gus Benetos is a mixed-profile shareholder. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 4.1/5 across 5 reviews, with 80% recommending their buildings and 80% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 4 evictions, 2 open violations, and 1 litigation case. Data last updated August 9, 2026. Associated with 6 buildings and 48 units across Queens, The Bronx, and Manhattan, Gus Benetos is a shareholder responsible for a portfolio that spans construction eras from the 1900s to the 2000s, reflecting multiple generations of development. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods across Queens, The Bronx, and Manhattan. The buildings are mostly low-rise. About two-thirds of the associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments. Building-level ratings, reviews, and open-data records are available on the associated building pages.

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Tenant reviews for buildings managed by Gus Benetos show a mix of experiences. Many appreciate the landlord's responsiveness and well-managed buildings with friendly neighbors and generally effective pest control. Some buildings benefit from good water pressure and heating, though heating control can be inconsistent. Cleanliness and garbage management receive varied feedback; some properties could use better lobby and stairwell upkeep. Noise levels vary by location, and there are occasional complaints about insufficient amenities and maintenance delays. While many tenants recommend these buildings, there are serious concerns around pest management and management communication in certain buildings, highlighting inconsistency in the management approach.

Reviews

Former tenant·7 months ago

Great Location no Amenities

Pros

Epic location, well managed building, easy neighbors (lots of 1 year leases)

Cons

Loud location, limited refuse days, needs a refresh in the lobby/stairwell

Advice to the owners

None

Former tenant·Over 2 years ago

300 E70th Review

Pros

-Good water pressure -nice view -responsive super -pest inspection/control

Cons

-infamous stairs -outlets not in the best locations/not enough

Advice to the owners

-Please consider re-painting the building entrance/hallways. -maybe a camera inside the entrance/mailbox area

Buildings associated with GUS BENETOS

Good cause

829 Rear Burke Avenue

Williamsbridge

Rent-stabilized

300 E 70 St

3.7(3)

Lenox Hill

Rent-stabilized

304 West 112 Street

4.5(1)

South Harlem

Rent-stabilized

93-13 Lamont Avenue

Elmhurst

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 average0.04Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

1Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

1Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

0Class 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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Gus Benetos

Shareholder·6 buildings·48 units

4.1

5 reviews