What do tenants say about Joel Waldman?

Joel Waldman has an average tenant rating of 3.2 out of 5 across 7 reviews.

How many violations does Joel Waldman have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Joel Waldman average 0.24 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Joel Waldman?

34% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Joel Waldman would recommend living there.

Has Joel Waldman had any evictions?

Joel Waldman has 9 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Has Joel Waldman had any litigation cases?

Joel Waldman has 4 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

How many buildings does Joel Waldman own or manage?

Joel Waldman owns or manages 9 buildings totalling 25 units.

Is Joel Waldman on the worst landlords list?

Joel Waldman has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Is Joel Waldman responsive to tenants?

50% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Joel Waldman approve of how it is run.

Joel Waldman

Shareholder·9 buildings·25 units

3.2

7 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Joel Waldman

Joel Waldman is a poorly regarded shareholder. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.2/5 across 7 reviews, with 34% recommending their buildings and 50% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 9 evictions, 6 open violations, and 4 litigation cases. Data last updated August 9, 2026. Joel Waldman is a shareholder associated with 9 buildings and 25 units across various neighborhoods in Brooklyn, including Crown Heights, Bushwick, Stuyvesant Heights, City Line, and Flatbush. The portfolio spans construction eras from 1899 to 2006, reflecting multiple generations of development. The buildings are mostly low-rise. None 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.

Tenant feedback for buildings managed by Joel Waldman reveals mixed experiences. Some residents praise the cleanliness, attentive superintendents, and decent maintenance responsiveness in certain locations, appreciating features like rooftop access and amenities at competitive prices. However, common issues include thin walls causing noise problems, inconsistent heating, pest presence, and unreliable garbage management. Several reviews cite management's slow or unprofessional response to serious maintenance and tenant concerns. Neighbor relations vary widely, with some reporting toxic roommates or disruptive behavior. Overall, renters should expect variable management quality—some buildings receive timely attention, while others suffer from neglect and inadequate upkeep.

Reviews

Former tenant·2 hours ago

Decent building, nothing special

Pros

Building is generally good. Nice neighbors, clean, OK management response times in general for any issues. Nice to have outdoor roof access

Cons

Windows are terrible for temperature regulation - allows all the heat in in the summer and so cold in winter, we had to add DIY window insulation. The laundry situation is also challenging as transactions must be made through the PayRange app which requires a BlueTooth connection to machines and also wifi/data connection, which is extremely weak to nonexistent in the basement.

Former tenant·8 minutes ago

Good place to live

Pros

Super is attentive and they manage the building well.

Cons

Walls are thin so you can hear everything.

Buildings associated with JOEL WALDMAN

Good cause

877 Park Ave

2.6(2)

Stuyvesant Heights

Good cause

802 Evergreen Avenue

Bushwick

Good cause

158 Albany Avenue

3.2(3)

Crown Heights

Good cause

434 Lincoln Avenue

City Line

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 average0.24Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

0Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

3Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

0Class A

Non-hazardous

No peephole on a door, no street number on the building, unlawful keeping of animals

3Class I

Missing info

Missing or non-compliant with administrative information orders or filings

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Joel Waldman

Shareholder·9 buildings·25 units

3.2

7 reviews