What do tenants say about Jacob Schwimmer?

Jacob Schwimmer has an average tenant rating of 3.3 out of 5 across 31 reviews.

How many violations does Jacob Schwimmer have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Jacob Schwimmer average 0.21 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Jacob Schwimmer?

39% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Jacob Schwimmer would recommend living there.

Has Jacob Schwimmer had any litigation cases?

Jacob Schwimmer has 8 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Has Jacob Schwimmer had any evictions?

Jacob Schwimmer has 7 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Is Jacob Schwimmer on the worst landlords list?

Jacob Schwimmer has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Is Jacob Schwimmer responsive to tenants?

39% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Jacob Schwimmer approve of how it is run.

Jacob Schwimmer

Head Officer·5 buildings·155 units

3.3

31 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Jacob Schwimmer

Jacob Schwimmer is a modestly rated but responsible head officer. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.3/5 across 31 reviews, with 39% recommending their buildings and 39% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 7 evictions, 33 open violations, and 8 litigation cases. Data last updated September 4, 2026. Jacob Schwimmer is a Head Officer associated with 5 buildings and 155 units across Brooklyn. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods in Brooklyn, including Prospect Lefferts Gardens, Williamsburg, and Bushwick. The buildings were constructed between the 1930s and the 2010s, reflecting multiple generations of development. The buildings are mostly mid-rise. A majority 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.

Recent reviews of the buildings managed by Jacob Schwimmer reflect a mix of tenant experiences. While cleanliness and garbage management are generally praised, many residents express concerns over poor management responsiveness, unresolved maintenance issues, and problematic neighbors. Numerous reviews highlight safety issues and noise disturbances, especially from disruptive tenants. Amenities are appreciated, yet often not well-maintained. Communication during the move-in process is noted as lacking. Overall, tenants find some appeal in the location and staff, but many caution potential renters about the management's approach, suggesting improvements in responsiveness and maintenance to enhance the living experience.

Reviews

Former tenant·10 months ago

No complaints for 2 years

Pros

Shared spaces were clean. Employees responsible for garbage handling were on top of it. Maintenance always came within a day or so.

Cons

Little communication in the initial move-in process. Would have liked more info as a new resident on how to gain entry to the building/room.

Former tenant·11 months ago

Good but overpriced

Pros

I had an amazing year living here the amenities are great and I love my apartment

Cons

the built in speaker system doesn't work and the management is a little difficult and sometimes the amenities in the basement are broken

Advice to the owners

Be more responsive

Buildings associated with JACOB SCHWIMMER

Rent-stabilized

904 Flushing Avenue

Bushwick

Rent-stabilized

115 Stanwix St

3.1(26)

Bushwick

Rent-stabilized

221 Clarkson Avenue

2.3(4)

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

Rent-stabilized

289 Maple Street

4.4(1)

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 better than the city average.

Owner average0.21Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

18Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

12Class 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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Jacob Schwimmer

Head Officer·5 buildings·155 units

3.3

31 reviews