What do tenants say about John Ilibassi?

John Ilibassi has an average tenant rating of 3.5 out of 5 across 7 reviews.

How many violations does John Ilibassi have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by John Ilibassi average 0.32 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by John Ilibassi?

29% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by John Ilibassi would recommend living there.

Has John Ilibassi had any evictions?

John Ilibassi has no recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Has John Ilibassi had any litigation cases?

John Ilibassi has 3 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

How many buildings does John Ilibassi own or manage?

John Ilibassi owns or manages 3 buildings totalling 58 units.

Is John Ilibassi responsive to tenants?

58% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by John Ilibassi approve of how it is run.

Is John Ilibassi on the worst landlords list?

John Ilibassi has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

John Ilibassi

Head Officer·3 buildings·58 units

3.5

7 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About John Ilibassi

John Ilibassi is a modestly rated but responsible head officer. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.5/5 across 7 reviews, with 29% recommending their buildings and 58% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 0 evictions, 19 open violations, and 3 litigation cases. Data last updated September 3, 2026. Associated with 3 buildings and 58 units across Brooklyn and Manhattan, John Ilibassi is a head officer responsible for a portfolio that spans construction eras from the 1910s to the 2010s, reflecting multiple generations of development. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods across Brooklyn and Manhattan. The buildings are primarily mid-rise. All of the associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments. Renters can review each building's ratings, reviews, and public records on its own page.

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Reviews of JOHN ILIBASSI's buildings reveal varied tenant experiences. Some appreciate well-maintained, rent-stabilized properties with good amenities and generally responsive management. However, others report inconsistent management quality, especially at certain locations where tenants face poor heating, pest issues, maintenance delays, and ineffective superintendents. Garbage management and cleanliness also fluctuate across buildings. While some units offer quiet environments and convenient locations, there are notable concerns about security, noise, and lack of community feel in others. Overall, management responsiveness and maintenance reliability appear inconsistent, suggesting improvements in communication and property upkeep could enhance tenant satisfaction.

Reviews

Former tenant·35 minutes ago

Good location small studios

Pros

Teeny tiny studios but great location.

Cons

Rear of building on 2nd floor gets 0 natural light

Former tenant·1 month ago

Overall okay building

Pros

Nice location, apartment is quiet because facing back of building

Cons

Railroad style + back of building = complete darkness, building allows smoking

Buildings associated with JOHN ILIBASSI

Rent-stabilized

73 Lexington Avenue

4.1(2)

Kips Bay

Rent-stabilized

2194 3 Avenue

2.3(3)

East Harlem

Rent-stabilized

499 Vanderbilt Avenue

4.1(2)

Clinton Hill

Building ratings

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Trash management

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Neighbors

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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 average0.32Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

8Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

6Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

5Class 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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John Ilibassi

Head Officer·3 buildings·58 units

3.5

7 reviews