What do tenants say about Getz Obstfeld?

Getz Obstfeld has an average tenant rating of 2.8 out of 5 across 7 reviews.

How many violations does Getz Obstfeld have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Getz Obstfeld average 1.23 open violations per unit, more than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Getz Obstfeld?

29% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Getz Obstfeld would recommend living there.

Is Getz Obstfeld on the worst landlords list?

Getz Obstfeld was ranked #38 on the NYC worst landlords list in 2025.

Has Getz Obstfeld had any litigation cases?

Getz Obstfeld has 70 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

How many buildings does Getz Obstfeld own or manage?

Getz Obstfeld owns or manages 15 buildings totalling 390 units.

Has Getz Obstfeld had any evictions?

Getz Obstfeld has 30 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Is Getz Obstfeld responsive to tenants?

15% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Getz Obstfeld approve of how it is run.

Getz Obstfeld

Shareholder·15 buildings·390 units

2.8

7 reviews

Worst landlord

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

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Getz Obstfeld

Getz Obstfeld is a poorly regarded shareholder. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 2.8/5 across 7 reviews, with 29% recommending their buildings and 15% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 30 evictions, 480 open violations, and 70 litigation cases. Data last updated September 3, 2026. Getz Obstfeld is a shareholder associated with 15 buildings and 390 units across Brooklyn. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods including Prospect Lefferts Gardens, Carroll Gardens, Midwood, Bath Beach, Sunset Park, Crown Heights, Bensonhurst, and Dyker Heights. The buildings were built primarily in the 1900s. The portfolio consists mainly of low-rise buildings, and all of the associated buildings have 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.

Renter recommendations

Renters recommend associated buildings

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent tenant feedback for buildings managed by Getz Obstfeld reveals significant concerns about management responsiveness and upkeep. Many tenants report unaddressed maintenance issues, poor cleanliness, frequent heating and water problems, and pest control inconsistencies. Management is often described as unresponsive, with some reviews citing unprofessional behavior and inadequate security measures. While locations and affordability are noted as positives, neighbors and noise levels vary widely, with some tenants appreciating friendly communities. Overall, renters advise the management to improve communication, timely repairs, and tenant respect to create a more livable environment.

Reviews

Former tenant·9 minutes ago

Takes your money but don't renovate or fix anything

Pros

Affordable rent Great location

Cons

Disturbing neighbors Low budget renovation Rude management

Advice to the owners

Have a heart

Former tenant·10 minutes ago

Nice building, like it here.

Pros

Affordable, great location , peopl enice/

Cons

Management company really weird and shady acting.

Buildings associated with GETZ OBSTFELD

Rent-stabilized

934 Carroll Street

1.5(1)

Crown Heights

Rent-stabilized

8224 Bay Parkway

Bensonhurst

Rent-stabilized

1544 Park Place

4.3(1)

Weeksville

Rent-stabilized

161 Woodruff Avenue

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

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 worse than the city average.

Owner average1.23Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

170Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

234Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

76Class 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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Getz Obstfeld

Shareholder·15 buildings·390 units

2.8

7 reviews