What do tenants say about Hersel Torkian?

Hersel Torkian has an average tenant rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 46 reviews.

How many violations does Hersel Torkian have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Hersel Torkian average 0.21 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Hersel Torkian?

66% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Hersel Torkian would recommend living there.

Has Hersel Torkian had any litigation cases?

Hersel Torkian has 4 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Has Hersel Torkian had any evictions?

Hersel Torkian has 5 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

How many buildings does Hersel Torkian own or manage?

Hersel Torkian owns or manages 13 buildings totalling 401 units.

Is Hersel Torkian on the worst landlords list?

Hersel Torkian has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Is Hersel Torkian responsive to tenants?

64% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Hersel Torkian approve of how it is run.

Hersel Torkian

Shareholder·13 buildings·401 units

4.2

46 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Hersel Torkian

Hersel Torkian is a well-regarded and reliable shareholder. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 4.2/5 across 46 reviews, with 66% recommending their buildings and 64% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 5 evictions, 88 open violations, and 4 litigation cases. Data last updated September 5, 2026. Hersel Torkian is a shareholder associated with 13 buildings and 401 units across Manhattan. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods including Yorkville, Chelsea, Financial District, Midtown South, Midtown, and Hell's Kitchen. The buildings were built primarily in the 1900s, reflecting over a century of development. The buildings are mostly low-rise. There are no rent-stabilized apartments in the associated buildings.

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Tenant reviews for properties managed by Hersel Torkian indicate a mixed experience. Many residents appreciate the quality of living spaces, cleanliness, and responsive building staff. However, recurring complaints highlight management's slow response to maintenance issues, high turnover of staff, construction noise, and problems with pest control. While some enjoy the amenities and the character of the apartments, dissatisfaction with management practices, including perceived greed and lack of communication, is prevalent. Overall, prospective renters should weigh the appealing features against the notable management challenges.

Reviews

Former tenant·15 minutes ago

Great apartment and convenience

Pros

Updated apartments and high ceilings are nice. Good amenities for a smaller building.

Cons

The apartments get no light and are very dark inside. There’s been a lot of construction noise with the building next door going up.

Former tenant·11 minutes ago

Love This Apartment

Pros

This apartment has so much character

Cons

8th avenue can be a lot at times

Advice to the owners

Prioritize tenant safety

Buildings associated with HERSEL TORKIAN

Good cause

488 7 Avenue

3.9(16)

Midtown South

Good cause

311 West 50 Street

3.9(7)

Hell's Kitchen

Good cause

886 Avenue Of The Americas

4.3(5)

Midtown South

Good cause

110 Greenwich Street

3.8(14)

Financial District

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 average0.21Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

14Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

32Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

42Class 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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Hersel Torkian

Shareholder·13 buildings·401 units

4.2

46 reviews