What do tenants say about Gregory Katz?

Gregory Katz has an average tenant rating of 3.9 out of 5 across 22 reviews.

How many violations does Gregory Katz have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Gregory Katz average 0.26 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Gregory Katz?

69% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Gregory Katz would recommend living there.

Is Gregory Katz responsive to tenants?

69% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Gregory Katz approve of how it is run.

Has Gregory Katz had any evictions?

Gregory Katz has 9 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Is Gregory Katz on the worst landlords list?

Gregory Katz has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

How many buildings does Gregory Katz own or manage?

Gregory Katz owns or manages 14 buildings totalling 238 units.

Has Gregory Katz had any litigation cases?

Gregory Katz has 31 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Gregory Katz

Head Officer·14 buildings·238 units

3.9

22 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Gregory Katz

Gregory Katz is a mixed-profile head officer. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.9/5 across 22 reviews, with 69% recommending their buildings and 69% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 9 evictions, 63 open violations, and 31 litigation cases. Data last updated August 24, 2026. Gregory Katz is a Head Officer associated with 14 buildings and 238 units across Crown Heights, Williamsburg, Chelsea, Cobble Hill, and Carroll Gardens in Brooklyn and Manhattan. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods across Brooklyn and Manhattan. The buildings span construction eras from the 1830s to the 2010s, reflecting multiple generations of development. The portfolio is mostly low-rise. A majority 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.

Recent reviews of buildings managed by Gregory Katz reflect a mix of well-maintained properties with responsive management and some ongoing issues. Tenants appreciate clean units, in-unit laundry, and friendly neighbors, highlighting professional and timely responsiveness in many cases. However, concerns surface around pest control, inconsistent garbage management, and occasional noise disruptions. While some buildings have active community feel and rent stabilization, others face challenges like rent hikes, maintenance delays, and security issues such as package theft. Overall, Katz’s management shows dedication to upkeep and tenant communication, though improvements in pest control and infrastructure maintenance would enhance the living experience.

Reviews

Former tenant·10 minutes ago

Overall really good building

Pros

Updated unit Dishwasher and washer and dryer in unit Friendly neighbors

Cons

Sometimes trash area was dirty, leading to rodents

Advice to the owners

N/A

Former tenant·25 minutes ago

beautiful, well-maintained building

Pros

— clean and well-maintained building — responsive management — great super and staff

Cons

— roof renovations have been on and off for 2 years — roof leakage had resulted in mold (management dealt with remediation efforts)

Buildings associated with GREGORY KATZ

Rent-stabilized

15 Crown Street

4.3(4)

Crown Heights

Rent-stabilized

80 Meserole Street

3.9(5)

Williamsburg

Rent-stabilized

1059 Union Street

3.5(5)

Crown Heights

Rent-stabilized

250 Pacific Street

1.9(1)

Cobble 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 average0.26Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

23Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

18Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

18Class A

Non-hazardous

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

4Class I

Missing info

Missing or non-compliant with administrative information orders or filings

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Gregory Katz

Head Officer·14 buildings·238 units

3.9

22 reviews