Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.
Tenant reviews for buildings managed by Alan Nagel reflect a mixed management experience. Some appreciate responsive and friendly superintendents, good location, and overall well-kept buildings with effective heating and pest control. However, several tenants report significant management neglect, including poor communication, delayed responsiveness, persistent maintenance issues such as broken laundry facilities, mail theft, and unaddressed noise and neighbor disturbances. Renovations and rent increases have sparked dissatisfaction, with complaints of illegal conversions and decline in building charm. Garbage management varies, and some buildings face pest problems. Prospective tenants should expect occasional management inconsistencies but can find value in convenient locations and supportive staff in better-maintained properties.
Reviews
Former tenant·54 minutes ago
No major issues
Pros
Good management, responsive super.
Cons
Laundry room broken most of the time. Packages get stolen.
Former tenant·9 months ago
Could be better but management is negligent
Pros
Laundry in the building
Cons
Douglas Elliman management provides the minimal amount of effort to help with complaints
Advice to the owners
Please pick up the phone when a tenant calls or return an email