What do tenants say about Costas Merges?

Costas Merges has an average tenant rating of 2.1 out of 5 across 3 reviews.

How many violations does Costas Merges have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Costas Merges average 0.29 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Costas Merges?

34% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Costas Merges would recommend living there.

Is Costas Merges on the worst landlords list?

Costas Merges has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Is Costas Merges responsive to tenants?

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

Has Costas Merges had any litigation cases?

Costas Merges has 39 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Has Costas Merges had any evictions?

Costas Merges has 35 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

How many buildings does Costas Merges own or manage?

Costas Merges owns or manages 8 buildings totalling 175 units.

Costas Merges

Shareholder·8 buildings·175 units

2.1

3 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Costas Merges

Costas Merges is a poorly regarded shareholder. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 2.1/5 across 3 reviews, with 34% recommending their buildings and 34% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 35 evictions, 51 open violations, and 39 litigation cases. Data last updated September 11, 2026. Costas Merges is a shareholder associated with 8 buildings and 175 units across The Bronx and Queens. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods including Tremont, Sunnyside, University Heights, Concourse, and Astoria. The buildings were constructed between 1912 and 1931, reflecting a range of historical designs. The portfolio primarily consists of mid-rise buildings. All of the associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments.

Renter recommendations

Renters recommend associated buildings

Renters approve of this owner or associate

Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Tenant reviews for buildings managed by Costas Merges reveal significant management challenges. While heating is generally adequate and sometimes praised, common issues include poor cleanliness, ineffective garbage management, and severe pest infestations. Residents frequently mention unresponsiveness from ownership and maintenance delays, resulting in frustration. Noise levels and neighbor relations vary, but several reviews highlight disruptive surroundings. The overall consensus indicates a need for professional, full-time superintendents and better maintenance to improve living conditions. Despite some tenants recommending the buildings for basic shelter, many caution against moving in due to these ongoing management and infrastructural deficiencies.

Reviews

Former tenant·Over 2 years ago

It is a roof over my head

Pros

Plenty of heat

Cons

Everything. Building is Terrible

Advice to the owners

They need a full time professional super

Former tenant·Over 2 years ago

Its ok but could be better

Pros

The heat and hot was is great

Cons

The roach infestation

Buildings associated with COSTAS MERGES

Rent-stabilized

303 East Tremont Avenue

2.0(1)

Tremont

Rent-stabilized

1255 Webster Avenue

Concourse

Rent-stabilized

1251 Webster Avenue

2.4(1)

Concourse

Rent-stabilized

2641 Jerome Avenue

1.9(1)

University Heights

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 average0.29Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

15Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

33Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

3Class 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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Costas Merges

Shareholder·8 buildings·175 units

2.1

3 reviews