What do tenants say about Michael Sterling?

Michael Sterling has an average tenant rating of 3.3 out of 5 across 7 reviews.

How many violations does Michael Sterling have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Michael Sterling average 0.02 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Michael Sterling?

58% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Michael Sterling would recommend living there.

Is Michael Sterling responsive to tenants?

58% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Michael Sterling approve of how it is run.

How many buildings does Michael Sterling own or manage?

Michael Sterling owns or manages 3 buildings totalling 95 units.

Is Michael Sterling on the worst landlords list?

Michael Sterling has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Has Michael Sterling had any litigation cases?

Michael Sterling has no housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Has Michael Sterling had any evictions?

Michael Sterling has 2 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Michael Sterling

Head Officer·3 buildings·95 units

3.3

7 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Michael Sterling

Michael Sterling is a mixed-profile head officer. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.3/5 across 7 reviews, with 58% recommending their buildings and 58% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 2 evictions, 2 open violations, and 0 litigation cases. Data last updated September 7, 2026. Michael Sterling is a Head Officer associated with a portfolio of 3 buildings and 95 units built primarily in the 1900s. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods across Manhattan, including West Chelsea, Kips Bay, and West Village. The buildings are primarily mid-rise. All of the associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments. Prospective renters can find building-level ratings, reviews, and open-data records on the associated building pages.

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent reviews for buildings managed by Michael Sterling reflect a mixed but generally positive tenant experience, highlighting a few key themes. Many residents appreciate the responsiveness of management and the well-maintained garbage systems. However, issues such as inconsistent cleanliness, noise insulation problems, and pest control have been noted. While some residents report positive experiences with friendly neighbors and decent amenities like elevators and laundry, there are also significant concerns about specific management interactions and overall building conditions. Overall, potential renters can expect a friendly community atmosphere, though they may need to advocate for maintenance improvements.

Reviews

Former tenant·just now

Review of 412 W25th

Pros

Good location that is well connected.

Cons

Window noise insulation is low, can hear plenty of noise from street on 4th floor, but relatively quiet street so not too big of an issue. Thermal insulation is a little limited as well, but adequate in winter.

Former tenant·Over 1 year ago

DIANE is a nightmare

Pros

Nice bulding, cheap rent but

Cons

Worst person to ever deal with, no response, no sense of urgency, rude.

Buildings associated with MICHAEL STERLING

Rent-stabilized

22 Jones Street

3.1(2)

West Village

Rent-stabilized

412 West 25 Street

3.5(5)

West Chelsea

Good cause

210 East 29 Street

Kips Bay

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 average0.02Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

1Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

0Class 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

0Class I

Missing info

Missing or non-compliant with administrative information orders or filings

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