What do tenants say about Avni Gecaj?

Avni Gecaj has an average tenant rating of 2.2 out of 5 across 8 reviews.

How many violations does Avni Gecaj have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Avni Gecaj average 1.66 open violations per unit, more than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Avni Gecaj?

25% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Avni Gecaj would recommend living there.

How many buildings does Avni Gecaj own or manage?

Avni Gecaj owns or manages 21 buildings totalling 828 units.

Is Avni Gecaj responsive to tenants?

13% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Avni Gecaj approve of how it is run.

Has Avni Gecaj had any litigation cases?

Avni Gecaj has 209 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Has Avni Gecaj had any evictions?

Avni Gecaj has 59 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Is Avni Gecaj on the worst landlords list?

Avni Gecaj was ranked #73 on the NYC worst landlords list in 2025.

Avni Gecaj

Site Manager·21 buildings·828 units

2.2

8 reviews

Worst landlord

This owner or associate is ranked in the top 100 worst landlords in NYC.

Highlights

Evictions

209

Litigation cases

About Avni Gecaj

Avni Gecaj is a poorly regarded site manager. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 2.2/5 across 8 reviews, with 25% recommending their buildings and 13% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 59 evictions, 1381 open violations, and 209 litigation cases. Data last updated August 10, 2026. Avni Gecaj is a site manager associated with 21 buildings and 828 units across The Bronx and Manhattan. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods including Belmont, University Heights, Concourse, Soundview, Kingsbridge Heights, Marble Hill, Bedford Park, and Fordham. The buildings were constructed between the 1890s and 1950s, reflecting multiple generations of development. The portfolio is primarily mid-rise, with a high percentage of about 95 of the associated buildings featuring rent-stabilized apartments. The portfolio is listed on Openigloo's 100 Worst Landlords list for 2025. This annual list is compiled by tenant advocates based on tenant reports and open-data records. 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 for buildings managed by Avni Gecaj indicate significant tenant dissatisfaction. Many highlight serious maintenance issues, including pest infestations, heating problems, and poor water pressure. Although some praise management responsiveness and cleanliness, these positive aspects are often overshadowed by complaints about noise levels and inadequate owner engagement. Tenants frequently express frustrations regarding the overall management practices that lead to uninhabitable conditions. While some properties offer good access to amenities, the prevailing sentiment is to seek alternatives due to ongoing management neglect and unresolved living conditions.

Reviews

Former tenant·1 minute ago

Look else where

Pros

Access to tons of amenities (public transportation, super market, laundry).

Cons

Extremely noisy and the super of 2895 Grand Concourse is lazy. Lots of drug dealing in the neighborhood.

Advice to the owners

Hire a new super that actually takes care of the building and evict the troublemakers.

Former tenant·Over 2 years ago

Hope you like roaches, rats and water bugs!

Pros

Absolutely nothing to like

Cons

The place is littered with pests, especially on the first floor. Huge mouse, roach and water bug issues. Massive leaks from the upper floors every few months. Heat is almost never on unless it is below 30 degrees outside. Hot water goes out at random times and the temperature is never consistent. Horrible water pressure in the bathrooms. Super takes his sweet time with repairs and never shows up when he says he will. There are always men talking loudly outside of the building, especially during the summer. In the winter time, there are cars that double park outside blasting music.