What do tenants say about Gerald Bertuna?

Gerald Bertuna has an average tenant rating of 3.0 out of 5 across 5 reviews.

How many violations does Gerald Bertuna have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Gerald Bertuna average 0.43 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Gerald Bertuna?

40% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Gerald Bertuna would recommend living there.

Is Gerald Bertuna responsive to tenants?

40% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Gerald Bertuna approve of how it is run.

Has Gerald Bertuna had any litigation cases?

Gerald Bertuna has 18 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Has Gerald Bertuna had any evictions?

Gerald Bertuna has 16 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Is Gerald Bertuna on the worst landlords list?

Gerald Bertuna has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

How many buildings does Gerald Bertuna own or manage?

Gerald Bertuna owns or manages 11 buildings totalling 403 units.

Gerald Bertuna

Shareholder·11 buildings·403 units

3.0

5 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Gerald Bertuna

Gerald Bertuna is a modestly rated but responsible shareholder. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.0/5 across 5 reviews, with 40% recommending their buildings and 40% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 16 evictions, 174 open violations, and 18 litigation cases. Data last updated September 7, 2026. Gerald Bertuna is a shareholder associated with 11 buildings and 403 units across Brooklyn. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods including Gravesend, Bensonhurst, Bay Ridge, Bath Beach, Borough Park, and Kensington. The buildings were constructed primarily between 1910s and 1960s, reflecting multiple generations of development. The portfolio consists mostly of low-rise buildings. A majority 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.

Recent reviews of buildings managed by Gerald Bertuna reveal a mixed management performance. Some buildings are noted for having responsive superintendents and decent heating, with tenants appreciating good neighbors and fair upkeep. However, serious concerns persist around pest control, building cleanliness, and maintenance responsiveness, particularly in older or rent-stabilized properties. Several reviews mention persistent roach and mice issues, outdated facilities, and slow or inadequate owner responses to tenant complaints, including mold and heat problems. Noise levels and water pressure are inconsistent across locations. Overall, tenants advise more proactive pest eradication, infrastructure repairs, and better communication to improve living conditions.

Reviews

Former tenant·8 minutes ago

I don’t recommend it

Pros

No pros sorry

Cons

The building is too old. The walls are too thin, you can hear everything. The heater is too loud. Once a huge roach came out of the hole from the heater. There are mice in the building.