What do tenants say about Michael Shah?

Michael Shah has an average tenant rating of 3.2 out of 5 across 11 reviews.

How many violations does Michael Shah have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Michael Shah average 0.48 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Michael Shah?

64% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Michael Shah would recommend living there.

Has Michael Shah had any litigation cases?

Michael Shah has 1 housing court litigation case across their portfolio.

Is Michael Shah on the worst landlords list?

Michael Shah has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Is Michael Shah responsive to tenants?

55% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Michael Shah approve of how it is run.

Has Michael Shah had any evictions?

Michael Shah has 3 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

How many buildings does Michael Shah own or manage?

Michael Shah owns or manages 1 building totalling 27 units.

Michael Shah

Head Officer·1 building·27 units

3.2

11 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Michael Shah

Michael Shah is a mixed-profile head officer. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.2/5 across 11 reviews, with 64% recommending their buildings and 55% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 3 evictions, 13 open violations, and 1 litigation case. Data last updated September 10, 2026. Associated with 1 building and 27 units across Manhattan, Michael Shah is a head officer responsible for a portfolio that spans construction eras from the 1920s to the 1920s, reflecting a specific period of development. The portfolio is concentrated in the Lower East Side in Manhattan. The building is primarily mid-rise and all of the associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments.

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent tenant reviews indicate that buildings managed by Michael Shah offer a range of experiences. Many residents appreciate the clean and well-maintained units, as well as responsive superintendents. However, issues such as inconsistent management responsiveness, pest problems, and noise levels persist in some buildings. While some tenants love the renovated interiors and prime locations, a number express dissatisfaction with high rent relative to the quality of service. Overall, prospective renters should expect a mix of well-managed conditions alongside notable management challenges. Regular communication and faster maintenance responses seem to be areas needing improvement.

Reviews

Former tenant·8 minutes ago

Such a great building

Pros

Love the area even though it’s loud, feels very safe and near a lot. Building is great and units are renovated

Cons

Nothing honestly besides sometimes loud

Former tenant·11 months ago

Not great for price

Pros

good water pressure laundry/dishwasher in unit great location

Cons

management not responsive at all pest issues smaller bedrooms than advertised

Buildings associated with MICHAEL SHAH

Rent-stabilized
138 Ludlow Street
3.2(11)
Lower East Side

Rent-stabilized

138 Ludlow Street

3.2(11)

Lower East Side

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 average0.48Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

10Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

3Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

0Class 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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Michael Shah

Head Officer·1 building·27 units

3.2

11 reviews