What do tenants say about Christopher Orpheus?

Christopher Orpheus has an average tenant rating of 4.0 out of 5 across 8 reviews.

How many violations does Christopher Orpheus have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Christopher Orpheus average 0.0 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Christopher Orpheus?

75% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Christopher Orpheus would recommend living there.

Has Christopher Orpheus had any evictions?

Christopher Orpheus has 11 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Is Christopher Orpheus on the worst landlords list?

Christopher Orpheus has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

How many buildings does Christopher Orpheus own or manage?

Christopher Orpheus owns or manages 6 buildings totalling 528 units.

Has Christopher Orpheus had any litigation cases?

Christopher Orpheus has 24 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Is Christopher Orpheus responsive to tenants?

63% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Christopher Orpheus approve of how it is run.

Christopher Orpheus

Head Officer·6 buildings·528 units

4.0

8 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Christopher Orpheus

Christopher Orpheus is a well-regarded and reliable head officer. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 4.0/5 across 8 reviews, with 75% recommending their buildings and 63% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 11 evictions, 1 open violation, and 24 litigation cases. Data last updated September 2, 2026. Associated with 6 buildings and 528 units across Manhattan and Queens, Christopher Orpheus is a Head Officer responsible for a portfolio that spans construction eras from the 1880s to the 1980s, reflecting multiple generations of development. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods across Manhattan and Queens. The buildings are primarily mid-rise. All 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.

Tenants of buildings managed by Christopher Orpheus generally find the properties well-maintained, clean, and staffed by caring and friendly personnel. Positive aspects include good sound insulation, well-kept gyms, and responsive pest control. However, some renters cite inconsistent heating, occasional amenities closures, and challenges with property managers, including unresponsiveness and poor communication during repairs or lease renewals. Complaints include occasional rent increases and dissatisfaction with how tenant complaints are handled in certain buildings. While many tenants recommend living in these buildings, management responsiveness and better tenant communication remain areas for improvement to enhance the overall rental experience.

Reviews

Former tenant·9 minutes ago

Fine apartment, cheap management

Pros

Apartment was perfectly fine and it's nice that there's a gym

Cons

The pool was closed most of the time for a swim school.

Former tenant·2 months ago

3 years and love it

Pros

The size of the studios are above average and it’s an updated pre war building. (Elevator). Laundry on 2 floors. (2 washer and 2 dryer total)

Cons

The boiler is in the building next door and the building has had inconsistent heat in the winter. Had to unionize the building to get them to fix it. Definitely mice in the building but more so in the walls than in the apartment themselves. I only saw one my first year and pest control was very responsive. I can still hear them in the walls sometimes though.