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Jerry Kahen

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10 Properties

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140 Units

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3.5(13)
Evictions: 1
Litigation History: Yes
Review Summary for Jerry Kahen
Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on openigloo.
Recent tenant reviews highlight buildings managed by Jerry Kahen have mixed feedback. Tenants appreciate responsive supers, cleanliness, and good neighbor relations in certain buildings. However, concerns are raised about poor owner responsiveness, issues with heating and pests, and inadequate garbage management in other properties. Some renters also mention difficulties in reaching building management and security concerns like stolen packages. Recommendations include improving communication with tenants, addressing maintenance issues promptly, and enhancing security measures to create a better overall living experience. Consider individual building reviews when choosing a rental property under this management.
Available Listings for Jerry Kahen
Open Violations
Only open violations from the last 10 years.
Data last updated 3 weeks ago.
BUILDING AVERAGE:
0.02 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.
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Non-hazardous
2
class A
i.e. no peephole on a door, or no street # on the building, unlawful keeping of animals
MOST RECENT:
Apr 11, 2018: § 27-2014 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint all balconies at building front at party wall balconies
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Hazardous
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class B
i.e. smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways
MOST RECENT:
May 16, 2018: § 27-2040 adm code provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following minimum of 100 watts as required (light fixture(s) present). at front areaway
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Immediately hazardous
0
class C
i.e. rodents, pest, mold, inadequate heat or hot water, defective building parts
MOST RECENT:
No violation found...
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Missing information/filings
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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 Jerry Kahen
Gramercy Park
325 Rear A 1 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10003
Units • Floors
0(0)
Woodside
58-21 Queens Boulevard, Queens, NY 11377
Units • Floors
0(0)
Gramercy Park
321 Rear 1 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10003
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Woodside
58-28 44 Ave, Queens, NY 11377
84 Units • 11 Floors
4.3(6)

Building Ratings

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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 (13)

7 months ago
Building was fine
Former Tenant
Pros:
Full of good basic 1 beds
Cons:
Stairs are a little scary and trash is in another building
7 months ago
Long term renter
Former Tenant
Pros:
Owner and super responsiveness
Clean
Nice area
Cons:
Heat always on
Low ceilings
Over 1 year ago
Stay Away From This Building
Former Tenant
Pros:
Near NYPD, ESU
Cons:
Landlord harasses tenants
Alex Kahen fined by AG Tish James for bank fraud/tenant harassment-on google
Front door always broken
Packages stolen
Packages left in entry-hard to enter bldg
No recycling-garbage bin locked
Gary & Anton/Super-workers constantly complaining about having to make legit repairs-if made at all
Dead bugs all over
Advice to owner:
Sell building to better people. You're too greedy & don't care about the law.
Over 1 year ago
Great Building and Location
Former Tenant
Pros:
The super is very responsive and kind. The building entrance is on a quiet street that is well maintained. Washers/dryers were recently updated.
Cons:
The only con I can think of is the building got rid of app integration for laundry within the first month of switching out the washers/dryers. It was very convenient to be able to use your phone to pay, and now that feature has been removed - tenants have to use a laundry card and reload with cash.
Over 2 years ago
Not much to complain about
Former Tenant
Pros:
Mario, the live in super, is responsive.

Clean, pest control, no noise
Cons:
The laundry room was often full and took some time to clear out

Elevator is slow
Advice to owner:
Don’t allow Airbnb’s please. My roommate listed her room for Airbnb and my house was filled with strangers at times
Over 2 years ago
Super Mario is a king
Former Tenant
Pros:
I enjoyed literally everything about the building. Huge apartments with great kitchens (not a lot of counter space, but all the appliances in my unit were new and higher end than most other apartments I toured) I saw at most 3 roaches the entire two years I lived there. The super (named Mario) was so friendly and helpful. The building was always clean. Bright lighting in every room, balconies!!!, And a large communal laundry room.
Cons:
The landlord was awful. Any time I called to ask a question about my lease or about rent (they forgot to distribute rent collections several times) the secretary would be extremely rude. I had to threaten litigation for them to return my security deposit. It's a shame because I loved the building and would return if I didn't have such a poor experience, but the landlord would deter me from ever recommending it to anyone else.
Over 2 years ago
Avoid Like The Plague
Former Tenant
Pros:
Area convenience. Easy commutes.
Cons:
Owners are miserable, greedy, cheap appliances-repairs-super doesn't care about leaks. Beware if Michsl Himy who rips up sent rent checks to either try to get you on their bank system or evict you. Majid 'Jerry' Kahen's fsmily Jon Kahen indicted by FBI for robocalls/texts-now selling insurance but robocalls to tenants are still non-stop.
Advice to owner:
Sell the building to someone legit & decent. In addition to poor repairs & renovations, did you lower the value of the property to pay less taxes? Are you housing illegals & illegal airbnb's? Never see the same people around.
Over 2 years ago
Overall a Great Building
Former Tenant
Pros:
Well maintained. Always clean and the super is very helpful.
Cons:
It’s impossible to get in touch with building management. Packages are stolen regularly and there isn’t a security camera.
Over 2 years ago
Great Family Building
Former Tenant
Pros:
Building is well maintained, with a super who is always on site. Mostly families that live here and I have had no issues with noise, seems most everyone respects each other. I would also say it is a well built building, where I don’t hear every stomp above me (because of course people have to be moving around and all). Views from higher floors are gorgeous, can see midtown Manhattan and LIC as well as Woodside.
Cons:
There is a rooftop but it has not been open at all since I have moved in, it would be a nice amenity to take advantage of, as I’m sure views are great. I guess they had issues in the past but that was before me. Mail can be a bit messy but with signs and reminders delivery is getting better at leaving packages at doors.
Over 3 years ago
You’ll get what you pay for
Former Tenant
Pros:
Rent was competitive. Good amount of space/light.
Cons:
There will be times where there is no hot water. Winter electric bill is high due to poor insulation. No package management system.
Advice to owner:
Upgrade the boiler and machines in the laundry room. Switch to an online payment system for rent collection.
Over 3 years ago
roach infested
Former Tenant
Pros:
- great sunlight in the back bedrooms as they face south and there is no a tall building behind this one
Cons:
- roach infested, you will see roaches every single day in the hallways & stairwells. and i mean every day.
- heat is unbearable
Advice to owner:
clean this place up!
Over 3 years ago
Not a good experience
Former Tenant
Pros:
Good natural light.
Cons:
There are leaks.
Advice to owner:
Be more responsive to tenants.
Over 3 years ago
Great Management, Not So Great Neighbor
Former Tenant
Pros:
Clean, good location, Super is very attentive and friendly.
Cons:
I’ve had some trouble with my neighbor next door, they constantly call in noise complaints and bang on the wall at all hours when very normal noises occur or anything happens at night. Even the police have taken my side because they come by so much they know something’s up!
Advice to owner:
Open up communication with tenants re. neighbor issues and complaints.