What do tenants say about Eric Margules?

Eric Margules has an average tenant rating of 2.7 out of 5 across 47 reviews.

How many violations does Eric Margules have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Eric Margules average 0.92 open violations per unit, more than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Eric Margules?

26% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Eric Margules would recommend living there.

How many buildings does Eric Margules own or manage?

Eric Margules owns or manages 20 buildings totalling 332 units.

Has Eric Margules had any evictions?

Eric Margules has 9 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Is Eric Margules responsive to tenants?

30% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Eric Margules approve of how it is run.

Is Eric Margules on the worst landlords list?

Eric Margules has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Has Eric Margules had any litigation cases?

Eric Margules has 22 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Eric Margules

Head Officer·20 buildings·332 units

2.7

47 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Eric Margules

Eric Margules is a mixed-profile head officer. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 2.7/5 across 47 reviews, with 26% recommending their buildings and 30% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 9 evictions, 307 open violations, and 22 litigation cases. Data last updated September 9, 2026. Eric Margules is a Head Officer associated with 20 buildings and 332 units across Queens and Manhattan. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods including Sunnyside, Lenox Hill, East Village, Hell's Kitchen, Chelsea, Elmhurst, Woodhaven, and West Village. The buildings were constructed primarily between the 1850s and 1930s, reflecting multiple generations of development. The portfolio is primarily mid-rise, with a significant portion of the associated buildings, approximately 90%, having rent-stabilized apartments.

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Building reviews of Eric Margules indicate a mixed experience for tenants. While some appreciate spacious units and good neighborliness, recurring issues surface regarding management effectiveness. Cleanliness presents a concern, with numerous reports of pest problems and garbage mismanagement. Owner responsiveness tends to be unsatisfactory, complicating requests for maintenance and pest control. Although certain facilities like heating and water pressure receive some praise, many tenants report prolonged wait times for repairs and inadequate communication. Overall, future renters should be prepared for a potentially challenging living experience unless management practices improve significantly.

Reviews

Former tenant·just now

Kind of a mess but nice neighbors

Pros

It's on the corner of a relatively quiet neighborhood. The other tenants in the building are nice and respectful, and some have lived here for decades. My apartment is relatively spacious and has relatively new floors. Pet friendly.

Cons

The building is rated "D" for heat efficiency. The elevator has broken down (aka stopped) at least 5 times this year. The lock on the front door of the building continually has mechanical issues and multiple tenants including myself have had keys that get stuck in the lock. In addition there was a period of 2 months when the lock was completely removed, so anyone off the street could just walk into our building. I've had 3 packages stolen from the lobby/mailroom and had to open a P.O. Box at the nearest post office to secure my packages. The roach issue is bad, and although the building has pest control this person won't spray your individual apartment *unless you take initiative and call to set up monthly sprays. This information is not relayed to you and you have to figure it out by yourself. The super of the building lacks clear communication and doesn't follow through with requests.