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Metropolitan Equities Llc

Corporate Owner·15 buildings·389 units
3.7

51 reviews

Highlights

7
Evictions
29
Litigation cases

About Metropolitan Equities Llc

Metropolitan Equities Llc is a mixed-profile corporate owner. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.7/5 across 51 reviews, with 63% recommending their buildings and 53% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 7 evictions, 25 open violations, and 29 litigation cases. Data last updated October 25, 2026. Metropolitan Equities LLC is a corporate owner associated with 15 buildings and 389 units across various neighborhoods in Manhattan, including Hell's Kitchen, Upper West Side, Kips Bay, East Village, Morningside Heights, Chinatown, Sutton Place, and Washington Heights. The portfolio spans construction eras from the 1900s to the 1950s, reflecting multiple generations of development. The buildings are primarily mid-rise, providing a mix of housing options. A majority of the associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments. Renters can review each building's ratings, reviews, and public records on its own page.

Renter recommendations

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Renters recommend associated buildings

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Renters approve of this owner or associate

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent tenant reviews indicate that buildings managed by Metropolitan Equities LLC experience a mix of satisfaction and frustration. Many renters appreciate the cleanliness, responsiveness of the superintendents, and the quietness of their apartments. However, concerns have surfaced regarding management's communication, with multiple reports of unresponsiveness and maintenance delays. Pest control seems to be a recurrent issue, with several tenants experiencing rodent and roach problems. While the properties are well-located and many offer decent amenities, tenants suggest that better communication and proactive pest management could significantly enhance the living experience. Overall, residents value the friendly atmosphere but highlight the need for improved management practices.

Reviews

Former tenant·just now

Great experience in a cozy and quiet apartment

Pros

-Responsive and kind live-in super -Excellent building management - always clean and well maintained -Noise level was very quiet -Quick repairs in unit as needed

Cons

-The water pressure was a bit inconsistent in the shower, but manageable

Former tenant·1 month ago

Tenant Review 191 Claremont

Pros

- excellent super (responsive and kind) -elevator -good proximity for Columbia students -pet friendly

Cons

-not enough laundry machines -chipping paint on cieling in my bathroom -drain never fixed in my shower

Advice to the owners

Install more washer/dryer units!

Buildings associated with METROPOLITAN EQUITIES LLC

  • 2667A Broadway
    Good cause

    2667A Broadway

    Upper West Side

  • 3111 Broadway
    Rent-stabilized

    3111 Broadway

    3.5(1)

    Morningside Heights

  • 251 Ft Washington Avenue
    Rent-stabilized

    251 Ft Washington Avenue

    3.9(8)

    Washington Heights

  • 151 West 74 Street
    Rent-stabilized

    151 West 74 Street

    Upper West Side

2667A Broadway
Good cause

2667A Broadway

Upper West Side

3111 Broadway
Rent-stabilized

3111 Broadway

3.5(1)

Morningside Heights

251 Ft Washington Avenue
Rent-stabilized

251 Ft Washington Avenue

3.9(8)

Washington Heights

151 West 74 Street
Rent-stabilized

151 West 74 Street

Upper West Side

Building ratings

Cleanliness

-

Trash management

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Pest control

-

Water pressure

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Heat

-

Neighbors

-

Noise levels

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Owner responsiveness

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Cleanliness

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Trash management

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Pest control

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Water pressure

-

Heat

-

Neighbors

-

Noise levels

-

Owner responsiveness

-

Rents and deposits

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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 average0.06Violations per unit
NYC average0.81Violations per unit
13Class C
Immediately hazardous

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

9Class 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

FAQs

Metropolitan Equities LLC has an average tenant rating of 3.7 out of 5 across 51 reviews.

Buildings managed by Metropolitan Equities LLC average 0.06 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

63% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Metropolitan Equities LLC would recommend living there.

53% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Metropolitan Equities LLC approve of how it is run.

Metropolitan Equities LLC has 7 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Metropolitan Equities LLC has 29 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Metropolitan Equities LLC owns or manages 15 buildings totalling 389 units.

Metropolitan Equities LLC has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

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Metropolitan Equities Llc

Corporate Owner·15 buildings·389 units
3.7

51 reviews

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