What do tenants say about Yon Kowitz?

Yon Kowitz has an average tenant rating of 3.3 out of 5 across 3 reviews.

How many violations does Yon Kowitz have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Yon Kowitz average 1.0 open violations per unit, more than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Yon Kowitz?

67% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Yon Kowitz would recommend living there.

Is Yon Kowitz on the worst landlords list?

Yon Kowitz has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

How many buildings does Yon Kowitz own or manage?

Yon Kowitz owns or manages 1 building totalling 8 units.

Is Yon Kowitz responsive to tenants?

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

Has Yon Kowitz had any evictions?

Yon Kowitz has no recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Has Yon Kowitz had any litigation cases?

Yon Kowitz has no housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Yon Kowitz

Agent·1 building·8 units

3.3

3 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Yon Kowitz

Yon Kowitz is a mixed-profile agent. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.3/5 across 3 reviews, with 67% recommending their buildings and 34% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 0 evictions, 8 open violations, and 0 litigation cases. Data last updated August 26, 2026. Across Bedford-Stuyvesant in Brooklyn, Yon Kowitz is an agent associated with 1 building and 8 units. The portfolio is concentrated in Bedford-Stuyvesant in Brooklyn. The building was constructed in the 1910s and is a low-rise structure. None of the associated apartments are rent-stabilized.

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent tenant reviews for buildings managed by Yon Kowitz reveal a mixed bag of experiences. While some residents appreciate the affordable prices, decent locations, and adequate management responsiveness, others highlight serious issues, including cleanliness and pest problems, specifically citing infestations and poor garbage management in certain buildings. Noise levels and the absence of on-site superintendents are also concerns. The owner’s responsiveness varies, suggesting inconsistency in management quality. Overall, while some buildings may offer value, potential renters should proceed with caution and be aware of varying conditions across properties.

Reviews

Former tenant·1 minute ago

perfectly fine building

Pros

cheap, good location

Cons

kinda of loud, no live in super

Former tenant·Over 3 years ago

Pretty decent building for the price

Pros

Convenient location, management fairly responsive to problems

Cons

Like many places, management will fix things but don't expect an entirely professional job.

Buildings associated with YON KOWITZ

Good cause
139 Jefferson Avenue
3.3(3)
Bedford-Stuyvesant

Good cause

139 Jefferson Avenue

3.3(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 worse than the city average.

Owner average1.00Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

1Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

7Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

0Class 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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Yon Kowitz

Agent·1 building·8 units

3.3

3 reviews