What do tenants say about Mehmet Capin?

Mehmet Capin has an average tenant rating of 2.4 out of 5 across 13 reviews.

How many violations does Mehmet Capin have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Mehmet Capin average 2.15 open violations per unit, more than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Mehmet Capin?

31% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Mehmet Capin would recommend living there.

How many buildings does Mehmet Capin own or manage?

Mehmet Capin owns or manages 19 buildings totalling 272 units.

Is Mehmet Capin on the worst landlords list?

Mehmet Capin has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Is Mehmet Capin responsive to tenants?

24% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Mehmet Capin approve of how it is run.

Has Mehmet Capin had any litigation cases?

Mehmet Capin has 119 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Has Mehmet Capin had any evictions?

Mehmet Capin has 25 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Mehmet Capin

Shareholder·19 buildings·272 units

2.4

13 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

119

Litigation cases

About Mehmet Capin

Mehmet Capin is a poorly regarded shareholder. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 2.4/5 across 13 reviews, with 31% recommending their buildings and 24% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 25 evictions, 587 open violations, and 119 litigation cases. Data last updated September 8, 2026. Mehmet Capin is a shareholder associated with 19 buildings and 272 units across Manhattan and The Bronx. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods including Hamilton Heights, Inwood, Crotona Park East, Hudson Yards, Fort George, East Harlem, Lower East Side, and Washington Heights. The buildings were built primarily in the 1920s and are mostly mid-rise. 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.

Recent tenant reviews for buildings managed by Mehmet Capin reveal significant concerns regarding management responsiveness and maintenance issues. Many residents noted poor cleanliness, ineffective garbage management, and increased pest problems, indicating a need for better upkeep. While some apartments offer good layouts and working appliances, complaints about noisy neighbors and inadequate heat management were common. The majority of tenants expressed dissatisfaction with owner communication and responsiveness, suggesting a disconnect between management and tenant needs. Overall, prospective renters should be cautious and weigh the pros against the numerous cons before considering a lease.

Reviews

Former tenant·just now

Building has its pros and cons

Pros

Good prices and good unit. Wood floor, natural light and appliances that work

Cons

Homeless guys sometimes sleep on the porch… hot water goes out from time to time and the owner and management are very very not responsive

Former tenant·8 hours ago

Unsuitable place to call a home

Pros

Unit size was generous for a one bed, layout of apartment was nice

Cons

Lack of upkeep by management/super, noise levels high by neighbors, pest control nonexistent, neighbors left trash in the hallways often

Advice to the owners

Please consider visiting the building in person to check on what needs to be taken cared of…looks like the apartment building is poorly maintained

Buildings associated with MEHMET CAPIN

Good cause

1811 Amsterdam Avenue

Hamilton Heights

Rent-stabilized

560 Isham Street

2.1(2)

Inwood

Rent-stabilized

371 Wadsworth Avenue

1.5(2)

Fort George

Rent-stabilized

137 Nagle Avenue

Fort George

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 average2.15Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

203Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

321Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

63Class 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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Mehmet Capin

Shareholder·19 buildings·272 units

2.4

13 reviews