What do tenants say about Christopher Orpheus?

Christopher Orpheus has an average tenant rating of 3.6 out of 5 across 24 reviews.

How many violations does Christopher Orpheus have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Christopher Orpheus average 0.12 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Christopher Orpheus?

63% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Christopher Orpheus would recommend living there.

How many buildings does Christopher Orpheus own or manage?

Christopher Orpheus owns or manages 8 buildings totalling 465 units.

Is Christopher Orpheus on the worst landlords list?

Christopher Orpheus has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Has Christopher Orpheus had any evictions?

Christopher Orpheus has 28 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Is Christopher Orpheus responsive to tenants?

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

Christopher Orpheus

Head Officer·8 buildings·465 units

3.6

24 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Christopher Orpheus

Christopher Orpheus is a mixed-profile head officer. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.6/5 across 24 reviews, with 63% recommending their buildings and 55% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 28 evictions, 59 open violations, and 19 litigation cases. Data last updated September 2, 2026. Associated with 8 buildings and 465 units across Manhattan, Christopher Orpheus is a Head Officer responsible for a portfolio that spans construction eras from the 1880s to the 1960s, reflecting multiple generations of development. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods across Manhattan, including the All Upper West Side, Inwood, Fort George, Upper West Side, and Washington Heights. The buildings are primarily mid-rise. All of the associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments. Individual building ratings, tenant reviews, and public records are on the associated building pages.

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Tenant reviews for buildings managed by CHRISTOPHER ORPHEUS reveal a mix of strengths and challenges. Many residents appreciate friendly neighbors, attentive supers, and well-maintained common areas, with several highlighting great locations and clean buildings. However, management responsiveness is frequently criticized for being slow or poor, impacting repair timelines and tenant communications. Pest control efforts vary, as does heating quality, with some units experiencing inefficiencies or issues. Rent increases and handling of lease terms receive mixed feedback. Overall, tenants can expect a supportive super team but may face challenges with management’s responsiveness and maintenance proactivity.

Reviews

Former tenant·1 hour ago

GREAT BUILDING GREAT SUPER

Pros

neighborhood and neighbors are great amazing live- in super

Cons

pest management only comes once a month and doesnt do much- only sprays kitchen and bathroom even when there are bugs in other places

Former tenant·10 hours ago

Decent for the price/neighborhood

Pros

We've lived here for 8 years and have had a few issues with leaks which were usually promptly addressed. We requested our apartment to be repainted and it happened pretty quickly. The super is nice and usually very responsive to calls.

Cons

There is a homeless man who sleeps in the stairwell and has been doing so for years. He's been aggressive when I haven't allowed him into the building. I don't understand how this has been allowed for so long. Main issues are with some of the tenants. Tenants leave trash on staircase/halls and don't pick up after themselves. Our neighbors have been pretty hit or miss as far as noise...it seems like in general, the neighborhood does not respect that not everyone wants to hear their music blaring, etc.

Advice to the owners

I wish there was a little more respect for tenants who have lived here for an extended period of time and have not caused issues. We inquired about transferring our lease to one of their buildings in a different neighborhood and there was no wiggle room or working with us.

Buildings associated with CHRISTOPHER ORPHEUS

Rent-stabilized

850 Amsterdam Avenue

4.0(6)

All Upper West Side

Rent-stabilized

605 W 170 St

2.9(1)

Washington Heights

Rent-stabilized

147 West 79 Street

3.9(4)

Upper West Side

Rent-stabilized

620 W 171 St

4.3(1)

Washington Heights

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 average0.12Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

16Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

39Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

4Class 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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