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Michael Shaoul

Head Officer·14 buildings·233 units
3.6

14 reviews

Highlights

1
Evictions
5
Litigation cases

About Michael Shaoul

Michael Shaoul is a mixed-profile head officer. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.6/5 across 14 reviews, with 72% recommending their buildings and 93% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 1 eviction, 107 open violations, and 5 litigation cases. Data last updated October 25, 2026. Michael Shaoul is a Head Officer associated with 14 buildings and 233 units across the East Village and Lower East Side in Manhattan. The portfolio is concentrated in the East Village and Lower East Side. The buildings were built spanning construction eras from the 1900s to the 1990s, reflecting multiple generations of development. The portfolio consists mostly of mid-rise buildings. A majority 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

Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent tenant reviews of properties managed by Michael Shaoul emphasize responsive management, with many residents appreciating the high level of owner engagement and effective pest control. The buildings offer spacious units and solid amenities, including good heating and water pressure. However, there are notable concerns regarding noise levels from neighboring apartments and external sources, along with some cleaning and maintenance issues. A consistent recommendation is to enhance communication and digital payment methods for rent. Overall, while the properties are well-located and generally well-managed, potential renters should be prepared for noise disruptions in vibrant neighborhoods.

Reviews

Former tenant·just now

Great building - awesome super

Pros

Amazing rooftop, sizeable units, great value. Super very responsive. Dishwasher and moderately updated appliances. Pets allowed.

Cons

Some neighbors are a little loud. No online payment. Older and less efficient AC units. No lights in bedroom, some wall plugs don’t work.

Former tenant·12 minutes ago

Does the trick

Pros

Feels safe, hot water and heat are good and reliable. Trash seems more or less maintained.

Cons

Can hear through walls to other apartments and zero light.

Buildings associated with MICHAEL SHAOUL

  • 85 Avenue A

    85 Avenue A

    4.2(3)

    East Village

  • 315 East 9 Street
    Rent-stabilized

    315 East 9 Street

    4.1(2)

    East Village

  • 166 Norfolk Street
    Rent-stabilized

    166 Norfolk Street

    Lower East Side

  • 70 East 3 Street
    Rent-stabilized

    70 East 3 Street

    3.3(1)

    East Village

85 Avenue A

85 Avenue A

4.2(3)

East Village

315 East 9 Street
Rent-stabilized

315 East 9 Street

4.1(2)

East Village

166 Norfolk Street
Rent-stabilized

166 Norfolk Street

Lower East Side

70 East 3 Street
Rent-stabilized

70 East 3 Street

3.3(1)

East Village

Building ratings

Cleanliness

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Trash management

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Pest control

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Water pressure

-

Heat

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Neighbors

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Noise levels

-

Owner responsiveness

-

Cleanliness

-

Trash management

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Pest control

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Water pressure

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Heat

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Neighbors

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Noise levels

-

Owner responsiveness

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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 average0.45Violations per unit
NYC average0.81Violations per unit
28Class C
Immediately hazardous

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

48Class B
Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

31Class 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

Michael Shaoul has an average tenant rating of 3.6 out of 5 across 14 reviews.

Buildings managed by Michael Shaoul average 0.45 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

72% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Michael Shaoul would recommend living there.

93% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Michael Shaoul approve of how it is run.

Michael Shaoul has 1 recorded eviction across their portfolio.

Michael Shaoul has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Michael Shaoul owns or manages 14 buildings totalling 233 units.

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Michael Shaoul

Head Officer·14 buildings·233 units
3.6

14 reviews

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