Review Summary for Arkar Inc
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Recent tenant reviews of buildings managed by ARKAR INC highlight mixed experiences. The properties are described as suitable for students due to proximity to Columbia University, with positive remarks on water pressure and heat. However, common issues include pests, rats, and safety concerns like loitering and package theft. The responsiveness of the owner varies among reviews, with some mentioning positive interactions with the super and building manager, Freddie. Recommendations include addressing pest control, security measures, and maintaining cleanliness standards to enhance the overall living experience.
Open Violations
Only open violations from the last 10 years.
Data last updated 1 week ago.
BUILDING AVERAGE:
0.31 violations per unit
NEW YORK CITY AVERAGE:
0.81 violation per unit
The average number of violations per unit for this owner/associates across their portfolio is better than the city.
Non-hazardous
2
class A
i.e. no peephole on a door, or no street # on the building, unlawful keeping of animals
MOST RECENT:
Jul 27, 2023: § 27-2005 hmc: properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical outlet on south wall above range in the kitchenette located at apt 61, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
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Hazardous
10
class B
i.e. smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways
MOST RECENT:
Mar 12, 2024: § 27-2005 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of keylock operatedlock on door leading to fire escape in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 61, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
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Immediately hazardous
5
class C
i.e. rodents, pest, mold, inadequate heat or hot water, defective building parts
MOST RECENT:
Sep 25, 2024: § 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 hmc, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( c) mdl and 28 rcny §25-171: replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at fire door leading to north yard at public hall, 1st story
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Missing information/filings
0
class I
Missing or non-compliant with administrative information orders or filings
MOST RECENT:
No violation found...
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All Properties Associated with Arkar Inc
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All Upper West Side
204 West 108 Street, Manhattan, NY 10025
48 Units • 6 Floors
3(4)
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Washington Heights
1965 Amsterdam Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10032
6 Units • 4 Floors
0(0)
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Renter Recommendations
--% of renters recommend this building
--% of renters approve of this owner
Rents and Deposits
-- of renters received their security deposits back
It HAS NOT been reported if this building accepts electronic rent payments.
Reviews (4)
1.5 stars
Over 1 year ago
Dont live here!
Former Tenant
Pros:
there was nothing good about this building except for noise was fine
Cons:
safety - lots of people loitering at night, ton of pests everywhere had a huge cockroach issue, rats run rampant around garbage and outside the building, everything broke down in the unit, ceiling flooded the apartment with water, hot water would go out, all our packages would get stolen, list goes on!
Advice to owner:
please fix all the issues!
4.38 stars
Over 1 year ago
Good for students
Former Tenant
Pros:
Really liked our first floor 5 bedroom. The rooms are small but the layout is nice and the lobby, basement, and elevator are all well kept. The super and building manager, Freddie, are nice and responsive, although the super does not live in the building.
Cons:
The super does not live in building, but we never had huge issues. The apartment was extremely dirty when we moved in and we got our own cleaners. But the previous tenants were disgusting. They never fixed our washer/dryer when it broke but we were okay using the basement laundry.
Advice to owner:
Better clean before move in, fix the combo washer dryers or buy new ones
3.12 stars
Over 1 year ago
Feels like a dorm
Former Tenant
Pros:
If you’re a student at Columbia this is a good option to live with roommates. A lot of the tenants are students so it works out pretty well
Cons:
There is a rat problem in the apartment and we had a rat in our apartment. The outside of building also has a lot of rats that come out at night. The super is a bit creepy and there are a lot of sketchy guys who loiter outside and smoke joints even though they don’t live in the building. Also package theft is a huge problem here
Advice to owner:
Figure out the package theft situation. Have a better security system in place.
3.12 stars
Over 2 years ago
Decent but only for college students
Former Tenant
Pros:
Good water pressure and heat
Cons:
Lots of pests and roaches and many rats on the block; super can be intimidating but generally a nice guy!