What do tenants say about Steven Elghanayan?

Steven Elghanayan has an average tenant rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 31 reviews.

How many violations does Steven Elghanayan have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Steven Elghanayan average 0.02 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Steven Elghanayan?

85% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Steven Elghanayan would recommend living there.

How many buildings does Steven Elghanayan own or manage?

Steven Elghanayan owns or manages 2 buildings totalling 240 units.

Has Steven Elghanayan had any litigation cases?

Steven Elghanayan has 3 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Is Steven Elghanayan responsive to tenants?

85% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Steven Elghanayan approve of how it is run.

Has Steven Elghanayan had any evictions?

Steven Elghanayan has 2 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Is Steven Elghanayan on the worst landlords list?

Steven Elghanayan has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Steven Elghanayan

Owner·2 buildings·240 units

4.3

31 reviews

Top rated owner or associate

Associated buildings are highly reviewed and rated 4+ stars by past and current renters.

Highlights

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About Steven Elghanayan

Steven Elghanayan is a well-regarded and reliable owner. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 4.3/5 across 31 reviews, with 85% recommending their buildings and 85% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 2 evictions, 7 open violations, and 3 litigation cases. Data last updated September 1, 2026. Steven Elghanayan is an owner associated with 2 buildings and 240 units across Turtle Bay in Manhattan. The portfolio is concentrated in Turtle Bay in Manhattan. The buildings were built primarily in the 1960s and are high-rise structures. About half 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.

Tenant reviews for buildings managed by Steven Elghanayan consistently highlight a strong management presence, characterized by responsive and friendly doormen, timely maintenance services, and well-organized package handling. Cleanliness and pest control are generally well-rated, although some tenants have reported pest issues that still need addressing. However, there are concerns about heating management, occasional noise disturbances, and outdated amenities. Rent increases are also mentioned, which may impact long-term residents. Overall, residents appreciate the management's efforts but suggest improvements in building infrastructure and pest control measures for a better living experience.

Reviews

Former tenant·just now

Overall a nice set up

Pros

Always have a doormen watching Packages are well organized and collected No pests - not even bugs Friendly staff Quick maintenance service

Cons

Heating and cooling only at certain times of the year - wouldn’t turn on AC during heat wave One room had no window and no ventilation so very hot year round

Advice to the owners

Provide workaround for lack ventilation, otherwise great management!

Former tenant·3 weeks ago

Good Starter Apartment

Pros

- doormen are very nice - package room -lots of laundry machines -responsive management -spacious unit

Cons

-not super modern -leaking fridge

Buildings associated with STEVEN ELGHANAYAN

244 East 45 Street

Turtle Bay

Top rated

Olympia House

4.3(31)

Turtle Bay

Building ratings

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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 average0.02Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

0Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

0Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

6Class A

Non-hazardous

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

1Class I

Missing info

Missing or non-compliant with administrative information orders or filings

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