What do tenants say about Martin Scharf?

Martin Scharf has an average tenant rating of 3.0 out of 5 across 9 reviews.

How many violations does Martin Scharf have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Martin Scharf average 0.53 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Martin Scharf?

34% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Martin Scharf would recommend living there.

Is Martin Scharf on the worst landlords list?

Martin Scharf has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Is Martin Scharf responsive to tenants?

34% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Martin Scharf approve of how it is run.

Has Martin Scharf had any evictions?

Martin Scharf has 15 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Has Martin Scharf had any litigation cases?

Martin Scharf has 13 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

How many buildings does Martin Scharf own or manage?

Martin Scharf owns or manages 3 buildings totalling 169 units.

Martin Scharf

Head Officer·3 buildings·169 units

3.0

9 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Martin Scharf

Martin Scharf is a mixed-profile head officer. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.0/5 across 9 reviews, with 34% recommending their buildings and 34% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 15 evictions, 91 open violations, and 13 litigation cases. Data last updated September 7, 2026. Martin Scharf is a Head Officer associated with 3 buildings and 169 units across the Upper West Side, Inwood, and Concourse in Manhattan and The Bronx. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods across Manhattan and The Bronx. The buildings were constructed between 1888 and 1937, showcasing a range of architectural styles from that era. 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 Martin Scharf reveal a mixed management experience. While some appreciate the prime locations and quiet neighbors, common complaints include poor maintenance, pest infestations, and uncleanliness, especially in buildings near restaurants. Responsiveness from management is often described as slow or inadequate, exacerbating issues like heating problems and plumbing repairs. Garbage management is inconsistent, with unpleasant odors noted in some properties. Safety concerns and overcrowded, illegally modified apartments were also reported in certain buildings. Overall, renters advise improvement in building upkeep, pest control, and timely owner responsiveness to enhance living conditions under this management.

Reviews

Former tenant·32 minutes ago

good but with some caveats

Pros

Good location and decent rent

Cons

bad maintenance, tenants left to own

Former tenant·Over 1 year ago

Great building and unit!

Pros

Great location. Minimal noise. Very active super

Cons

Runs out of hot water at night when the restaurant below is closing up. Pest control does not come often

Buildings associated with MARTIN SCHARF

Rent-stabilized

831 Gerard Avenue

3.5(2)

Concourse

Rent-stabilized

231 Sherman Avenue

2.8(1)

Inwood

Rent-stabilized

505 Columbus Avenue

2.7(6)

Upper West 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 average0.53Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

28Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

40Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

23Class 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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Martin Scharf

Head Officer·3 buildings·169 units

3.0

9 reviews