What do tenants say about Cherokee Owners Corp?

Cherokee Owners Corp has an average tenant rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 15 reviews.

How many violations does Cherokee Owners Corp have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Cherokee Owners Corp average 0.01 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Cherokee Owners Corp?

94% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Cherokee Owners Corp would recommend living there.

Has Cherokee Owners Corp had any litigation cases?

Cherokee Owners Corp has 11 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Has Cherokee Owners Corp had any evictions?

Cherokee Owners Corp has 3 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Is Cherokee Owners Corp responsive to tenants?

94% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Cherokee Owners Corp approve of how it is run.

How many buildings does Cherokee Owners Corp own or manage?

Cherokee Owners Corp owns or manages 3 buildings totalling 287 units.

Is Cherokee Owners Corp on the worst landlords list?

Cherokee Owners Corp has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Cherokee Owners Corp

Corporate Owner·3 buildings·287 units

4.3

15 reviews

Top rated owner or associate

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

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Cherokee Owners Corp

Cherokee Owners Corp is a well-regarded and reliable corporate owner. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 4.3/5 across 15 reviews, with 94% recommending their buildings and 94% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 3 evictions, 3 open violations, and 11 litigation cases. Data last updated September 8, 2026. Cherokee Owners Corp is a corporate owner associated with 3 buildings and 287 units across Lenox Hill in Manhattan. The portfolio is concentrated in Lenox Hill in Manhattan. The buildings were built primarily in the 1900s. The portfolio is mostly mid-rise. All 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.

Renter recommendations

Renters recommend associated buildings

Renters approve of this owner or associate

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent reviews of buildings managed by Cherokee Owners Corp indicate a solid management team that is generally responsive and attentive to tenant needs. Residents commend the cleanliness of common areas, effective garbage management, and various included utilities. However, some tenants have noted issues such as thin walls, noise from neighbors, and concerns regarding heating inconsistencies. While most buildings have strong community vibes and desirable amenities, periodic maintenance challenges and the absence of elevators in walk-up buildings have been highlighted as drawbacks. Overall, tenant experiences lean positively, making these buildings appealing for prospective renters seeking a vibrant community atmosphere.

Reviews

Former tenant·2 minutes ago

Pretty good but legionnaires outbreak

Pros

Utilities included everyone who works there is responsive

Cons

Legionnaires outbreak thin walls

Former tenant·24 minutes ago

Quaint and nice

Pros

- very well maintained for an older building - laundry in the building - package room and security - in-house super and porter - super safe and nice area to walk around

Cons

- Bathrooms are small and older, as it is an older building - space is quite small for what you get - 15 mins walk to the Q

Advice to the owners

Add ventilation in the bathrooms and clean the laundry room more.

Buildings associated with CHEROKEE OWNERS CORP

Rent-stabilized

516 East 78 Street

4.6(6)

Lenox Hill

508 East 78 Street

4.0(8)

Lenox Hill

Rent-stabilized

517 East 77 Street

4.3(1)

Lenox Hill

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 average0.01Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

2Class 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

1Class 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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