What do tenants say about David Chen?

David Chen has an average tenant rating of 3.8 out of 5 across 8 reviews.

How many violations does David Chen have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by David Chen average 0.26 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by David Chen?

88% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by David Chen would recommend living there.

Has David Chen had any litigation cases?

David Chen has no housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Is David Chen responsive to tenants?

88% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by David Chen approve of how it is run.

How many buildings does David Chen own or manage?

David Chen owns or manages 3 buildings totalling 82 units.

Has David Chen had any evictions?

David Chen has no recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Is David Chen on the worst landlords list?

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

David Chen

Agent·3 buildings·82 units

3.8

8 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About David Chen

David Chen is a mixed-profile agent. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.8/5 across 8 reviews, with 88% recommending their buildings and 88% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 0 evictions, 22 open violations, and 0 litigation cases. Data last updated August 18, 2026. David Chen is an agent associated with 3 buildings and 82 units across Greenwich Village in Manhattan. The portfolio is concentrated in Greenwich Village in Manhattan. The buildings were built primarily in the 1900s and are mostly 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.

Renter recommendations

Renters recommend associated buildings

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Tenant reviews of buildings managed by David Chen reflect a generally positive experience, particularly appreciating the excellent locations and friendly, responsive superintendents. Garbage management and pest control are usually effective, though some report pest issues such as roach infestations that were not always promptly addressed. Heating systems and water pressure received mixed feedback, with occasional complaints about lack of central heating and inconsistent water flow. Noise levels vary, with some tenants finding the environment quiet while others mention street noise and busy nightlife. Overall, management is seen as reasonably attentive but could improve timely repairs and infrastructure maintenance to enhance tenant satisfaction.

Reviews

Former tenant·3 hours ago

Unbelievable location - a bit outdated

Pros

-Loved the proximity to Washington Sq Park, SoHo, West 4th St Station -Amazing small businesses and restaurants in the area; generally great ambience -Overall very convenient place to live -Pest control you can sign up for on a monthly basis I think is a great perk

Cons

-Super was not always the most responsive or thorough when repairs or adjustments were required -Kind of outdated/only partially renovated -NO AC or central heating, suboptimal in the winter -Low water pressure

Advice to the owners

Arrange for more cleanings of the stairwells and common hall areas

Former tenant·Over 1 year ago

Good building here

Pros

Clean, pest free, good super, nice neighbors

Cons

Some neighbors treat it like a dorm and don’t put their garbage all the way away in cans

Buildings associated with DAVID CHEN

214 Thompson Street

Greenwich Village

Rent-stabilized

210 Thompson Street

3.8(8)

Greenwich Village

208 Thompson Street

Greenwich Village

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 better than the city average.

Owner average0.26Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

10Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

10Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

1Class A

Non-hazardous

No peephole on a door, no street number on the building, unlawful keeping of animals

1Class I

Missing info

Missing or non-compliant with administrative information orders or filings

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David Chen

Agent·3 buildings·82 units

3.8

8 reviews