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Joseph Katz
Corporate Owner
•Head Officer
•Site Manager
•Agent
•3 Properties
•155 Units
•Evictions: 0
Litigation History: Yes
Review Summary for Joseph Katz
Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on openigloo.
Recent tenant reviews for buildings managed by Joseph Katz indicate varying experiences. Tenants praise the cleanliness and garbage management of the buildings, along with the spaciousness and amenities like backyards. However, noise levels and neighbor behavior can be significant concerns, impacting the overall quality of life. Some residents have highlighted issues with old appliances, slow elevators, and lack of responsiveness from the management team. Suggestions include improving soundproofing, updating appliances, and being more proactive in maintenance. Despite some drawbacks, approval for the owner is mixed, with recommendations depending on individual preferences and tolerance levels.
Open Violations
Only open violations from the last 10 years.
Data last updated 1 month ago.
BUILDING AVERAGE:
0.01 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.
Non-hazardous
0
class A
i.e. no peephole on a door, or no street # on the building, unlawful keeping of animals
MOST RECENT:
No violation found...
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Hazardous
0
class B
i.e. smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways
MOST RECENT:
No violation found...
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Immediately hazardous
2
class C
i.e. rodents, pest, mold, inadequate heat or hot water, defective building parts
MOST RECENT:
Jan 31, 2025: § 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 hmc, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( c) mdl and 28 rcny §25-171: replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at compactor closet door at public hall, 4th story, section at south
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Missing information/filings
0
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 Joseph Katz
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Hudson Heights
160 Bennett Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10040
77 Units • 6 Floors
4.5(3)
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Hudson Heights
150 Bennett Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10040
73 Units • 6 Floors
4.1(1)
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Crown Heights
1399 Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11233
5 Units • 3 Floors
0(0)
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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 (4)
5 stars
3 weeks ago
Building is great
Former Tenant
Pros:
Nice big backyard
Cons:
1st floor always reeks like nasty cigarettes and fried fish due to odor emanating from Super's apt
4 stars
Over 1 year ago
Large but NOISY
Former Tenant
Pros:
Spacious Old Building
Elevator
Elevator
Cons:
The walls and floor are extremely thin, and you can hear neighbors' conversations.
Heating radiators are old and make loud clicking sounds that can happen in the middle of the night and wake you up. Also, these do run constantly.
Kids are running around uncontrolled by these parents who lack any effort in disciplinary actions and building structure in the households.
Rented, the apartment was not ready on the start date, shitty job of painting and venting of fumes, did not clean apartment during for new tenants, and many more.
Rent was increased right before signing, had to sign lease because of circumstances. Seems like a predatory practice they do.
Heating radiators are old and make loud clicking sounds that can happen in the middle of the night and wake you up. Also, these do run constantly.
Kids are running around uncontrolled by these parents who lack any effort in disciplinary actions and building structure in the households.
Rented, the apartment was not ready on the start date, shitty job of painting and venting of fumes, did not clean apartment during for new tenants, and many more.
Rent was increased right before signing, had to sign lease because of circumstances. Seems like a predatory practice they do.
Advice to owner:
Add more sounds proofing to apartment and update heating you greedy owners.
4.38 stars
Over 2 years ago
Spacious Old Building
Former Tenant
Pros:
Lots of space, backyard, live in super, rent stabilized units,
Cons:
Elevators really slow/breakdown like every other month, neighbors can be noisy when using backyard area, old appliances
Advice to owner:
Adding some modern updates to appliances in units and elevator/laundry room is needed
4.12 stars
Over 3 years ago
Good building in great neighborhood
Former Tenant
Pros:
Quiet building with good neighbors and great sized apartments
Cons:
Building is not the most attentive and packages get stolen a lot.
Advice to owner:
Check in on apartments and be proactive about repairs and updates.