What do tenants say about David Hakakian?

David Hakakian has an average tenant rating of 2.4 out of 5 across 6 reviews.

How many violations does David Hakakian have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by David Hakakian average 2.24 open violations per unit, more than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by David Hakakian?

0% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by David Hakakian would recommend living there.

Has David Hakakian had any evictions?

David Hakakian has 15 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

How many buildings does David Hakakian own or manage?

David Hakakian owns or manages 11 buildings totalling 111 units.

Has David Hakakian had any litigation cases?

David Hakakian has 51 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Is David Hakakian on the worst landlords list?

David Hakakian has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Is David Hakakian responsive to tenants?

0% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by David Hakakian approve of how it is run.

David Hakakian

Shareholder·11 buildings·111 units

2.4

6 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About David Hakakian

David Hakakian is a poorly regarded shareholder. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 2.4/5 across 6 reviews, with 0% recommending their buildings and 0% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 15 evictions, 249 open violations, and 51 litigation cases. Data last updated September 10, 2026. Across Wakefield, Woodstock, Morris Heights, and Washington Heights in The Bronx and Manhattan, David Hakakian is a shareholder associated with 11 buildings and 111 units. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods across The Bronx and Manhattan. The buildings are mostly low-rise and span construction eras from the 1900s to the 2000s, reflecting multiple generations of development. About a quarter of the associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments. Individual building ratings, tenant reviews, and public records are on the associated building pages.

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent reviews of buildings managed by David Hakakian reveal a concerning trend regarding maintenance and management responsiveness. Tenants frequently cite issues with heat and pest control, particularly highlighting persistent infestations and unreliable hot water supply. While some residents appreciate the location and friendliness of neighbors, the overall cleanliness and management effectiveness are criticized. Many reviews emphasize the need for urgent repairs and better communication from the landlord. Despite some attractive aspects, potential renters should be cautious about these ongoing issues that compromise living quality in these properties.

Reviews

Former tenant·51 minutes ago

I want to love Living here

Pros

Conveniently located in a lovely neighborhood

Cons

Water boiling hot Buzzer doesn’t work Front door is sometimes broken Fire alarm always going off Landlord/super can be hard to reach directly Pests (BEDBUGS)