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Trustees Of Columbia University

Corporate Owner·157 buildings·4725 units
4.3

235 reviews

Top rated owner or associate

Associated buildings are highly reviewed and rated 4+ stars by past and current renters.

Highlights

26
Evictions
29
Litigation cases

About Trustees Of Columbia University

Trustees Of Columbia University is a well-regarded and reliable corporate owner. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 4.3/5 across 235 reviews, with 89% recommending their buildings and 92% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 26 evictions, 492 open violations, and 29 litigation cases. Data last updated October 24, 2026. Across Morningside Heights, Manhattanville, and the Upper West Side in Manhattan, Trustees Of Columbia University is a corporate owner associated with 157 buildings and 4,725 units. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods across Manhattan. The buildings were constructed during a broad timeframe, spanning from the 1890s to the 1940s, reflecting various architectural styles. The majority of the associated buildings are primarily mid-rise. About one-third of the associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments. Prospective renters can find building-level ratings, reviews, and open-data records on the associated building pages.

Renter recommendations

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Renters recommend associated buildings

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Renters approve of this owner or associate

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Reviews for buildings managed by the Trustees of Columbia University indicate a generally positive living experience, marked by responsive management and well-maintained facilities. Tenants appreciate the cleanliness, effective pest control, and efficient garbage management. However, some residents have expressed concerns regarding noise levels, particularly in units facing busy streets, as well as inconsistent heat and occasionally unreliable elevators. While most renters approve of the management, a few have highlighted issues like outdated systems and pest occurrences. Overall, these buildings are well-regarded for student housing, offering comfort and convenience in a prime location.

Reviews

Former tenant·1 minute ago

Excellent place to live

Pros

Super is extremely responsive and professional. Building is well taken care of.

Cons

Units facing amsterdam may have issues with noise.

Former tenant·10 minutes ago

Good but can be loud

Pros

- Nice doormen - Elevator in building

Cons

- Could hear a lot of street noise from outside

Buildings associated with TRUSTEES OF COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY

  • 605 West 115 Street

    605 West 115 Street

    4.1(4)

    Morningside Heights

  • 627 West 115 Street

    627 West 115 Street

    Morningside Heights

  • 544 Cathedral Parkway

    544 Cathedral Parkway

    4.1(2)

    All Upper West Side

  • 420 West 116 Street

    420 West 116 Street

    4.0(3)

    Morningside Heights

605 West 115 Street

605 West 115 Street

4.1(4)

Morningside Heights

627 West 115 Street

627 West 115 Street

Morningside Heights

544 Cathedral Parkway

544 Cathedral Parkway

4.1(2)

All Upper West Side

420 West 116 Street

420 West 116 Street

4.0(3)

Morningside Heights

Building ratings

Cleanliness

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Trash management

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Pest control

-

Water pressure

-

Heat

-

Neighbors

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Noise levels

-

Owner responsiveness

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Cleanliness

-

Trash management

-

Pest control

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Water pressure

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Heat

-

Neighbors

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Noise levels

-

Owner responsiveness

-

Rents and deposits

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Renters received their security deposits back

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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 average0.08Violations per unit
NYC average0.81Violations per unit
70Class C
Immediately hazardous

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

193Class B
Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

229Class 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

FAQs

Trustees Of Columbia University has an average tenant rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 235 reviews.

Buildings managed by Trustees Of Columbia University average 0.08 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

89% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Trustees Of Columbia University would recommend living there.

Trustees Of Columbia University has 29 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Trustees Of Columbia University has 26 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Trustees Of Columbia University owns or manages 157 buildings totalling 4725 units.

92% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Trustees Of Columbia University approve of how it is run.

Trustees Of Columbia University has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

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Trustees Of Columbia University

Corporate Owner·157 buildings·4725 units
4.3

235 reviews

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