What do tenants say about Jakobson Properties?

Jakobson Properties has an average tenant rating of 3.4 out of 5 across 17 reviews.

How many violations does Jakobson Properties have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Jakobson Properties average 0.29 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Jakobson Properties?

65% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Jakobson Properties would recommend living there.

How many buildings does Jakobson Properties own or manage?

Jakobson Properties owns or manages 3 buildings totalling 64 units.

Is Jakobson Properties responsive to tenants?

83% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Jakobson Properties approve of how it is run.

Has Jakobson Properties had any evictions?

Jakobson Properties has no recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Has Jakobson Properties had any litigation cases?

Jakobson Properties has 2 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Is Jakobson Properties on the worst landlords list?

Jakobson Properties has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Jakobson Properties

Corporate Owner·3 buildings·64 units

3.4

17 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Jakobson Properties

Jakobson Properties is a mixed-profile corporate owner. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.4/5 across 17 reviews, with 65% recommending their buildings and 83% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 0 evictions, 19 open violations, and 2 litigation cases. Data last updated September 10, 2026. Jakobson Properties is a corporate owner associated with 3 buildings and 64 units across the East Village in Manhattan. The portfolio is concentrated in the East Village in Manhattan. All of the buildings were built in the 1900s, primarily reflecting a mid-rise structure. About one-third of the associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments. Prospective renters can find building-level ratings, reviews, and open-data records on the associated building pages.

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent tenant reviews highlight buildings owned by JAKOBSON PROPERTIES as having mixed feedback. While some appreciate the location and maintenance staff, others complain about management issues like prolonged gas outages, lack of communication, and ineffective pest control. Common themes include noise disturbances, heating fluctuations, and occasional pest problems. Recommendations for improvement include better communication, addressing maintenance issues promptly, and enhancing security measures. Despite some negatives, the buildings are generally favored for their locations and overall maintenance quality, making them suitable for those willing to overlook certain drawbacks.

Reviews

Former tenant·22 minutes ago

543 e 5th

Pros

lots of light, great building overall. queit street, great location

Cons

roaches, but not more than anywhere is e village. thats what you get

Former tenant·3 days ago

Lived here 1.5 years. Nice spot.

Pros

Cleaned weekly, great location.

Cons

No laundry. Walk up

Buildings associated with JAKOBSON PROPERTIES

Good cause

620 East 11 Street

3.1(6)

East Village

Rent-stabilized

543 East 5 Street

3.8(7)

East Village

Good cause

512 East 5 Street

3.3(4)

East Village

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 average0.29Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

5Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

11Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

3Class 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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