What do tenants say about Harold Schertz?

Harold Schertz has an average tenant rating of 3.1 out of 5 across 18 reviews.

How many violations does Harold Schertz have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Harold Schertz average 0.07 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Harold Schertz?

23% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Harold Schertz would recommend living there.

Has Harold Schertz had any litigation cases?

Harold Schertz has 3 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Has Harold Schertz had any evictions?

Harold Schertz has no recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Is Harold Schertz responsive to tenants?

28% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Harold Schertz approve of how it is run.

Is Harold Schertz on the worst landlords list?

Harold Schertz has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

How many buildings does Harold Schertz own or manage?

Harold Schertz owns or manages 2 buildings totalling 38 units.

Harold Schertz

Head Officer·2 buildings·38 units

3.1

18 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Harold Schertz

Harold Schertz is a modestly rated but responsible head officer. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.1/5 across 18 reviews, with 23% recommending their buildings and 28% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 0 evictions, 3 open violations, and 3 litigation cases. Data last updated September 13, 2026. Across All Upper West Side and Bedford-Stuyvesant in Manhattan and Brooklyn, Harold Schertz is a Head Officer associated with 2 buildings and 38 units. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods across Manhattan and Brooklyn. The buildings were built primarily in the 1910s and 1920s, reflecting early 20th-century development. All of the associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments. Renters can review each building's ratings, reviews, and public records on its own page.

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent tenant feedback regarding buildings managed by Harold Schertz indicates significant concerns about management responsiveness and building maintenance. Tenants frequently report unaddressed pest issues, heating inefficiencies, and cleanliness problems, particularly in common areas. While some tenants appreciate the good neighborly atmosphere and strong water pressure, many express frustration over lengthy repair times and inadequate garbage management. Despite a few positive experiences, the consensus leans towards dissatisfaction, particularly regarding communication and upkeep. Prospective renters should be cautious, particularly in terms of heating and maintenance support.

Reviews

Former tenant·just now

very unresponsive management

Pros

next to subway stops

Cons

Management and super are completely unresponsive, ovens block fire escapes (so dangerous), management will refuse at all costs to fix anything. Neighbors in apartment are lovely-- we're all in it together ig

Advice to the owners

respond to a text, respond to an email, you are not a slum lord, you're charging 3k+ for these apartments.

Former tenant·1 month ago

354 Cathedral Parkway

Pros

Heat and water pressure are good. Building is clean and trash is taken care of in a timely manner.

Cons

Fixes do take some time, management could be better

Buildings associated with HAROLD SCHERTZ

Good cause

354 Cathedral Parkway

2.8(15)

All Upper West Side

72 Herkimer Street

3.5(3)

Bedford-Stuyvesant

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 average0.07Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

0Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

2Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

1Class 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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Harold Schertz

Head Officer·2 buildings·38 units

3.1

18 reviews