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J

Jose Merchan

Site Manager·1 building·143 units
4.0

12 reviews

Highlights

4
Evictions
No
Litigation cases

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Renters approve of this owner or associate

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent tenant feedback for buildings managed by Jose Merchan reflects a generally well-kept environment with friendly, responsive staff and convenient locations near transit. Tenants value clean common areas, good security with attentive doormen, and energy-efficient heating and cooling systems. However, complaints include noise from nearby traffic and construction, outdated appliances, and occasional pest issues with slow management response. There are concerns over management's strict lease policies and communication methods, which can feel outdated. While the owner is praised for maintaining cleanliness and responsiveness, some renters seek modernization of amenities and better handling of maintenance and pest control to improve tenant satisfaction.

Reviews

Former tenant·14 minutes ago

Great building and staff but rigid & money-minded landlord

Pros

Great location with connectivity with many transit lines within walking distance Doorman and maintenance teams are friendly and responsive Small studio but with good layout + energy efficient central AC & heat + balcony

Cons

Tried to sublet / transfer my lease but landlord made it difficult and tried to take as much money off tenants as they can. The building is rent-stabilized but landlord tried to unstabilize and lease out my unit at a ridiculously high "market" rate. Location is very convenient to get around, but may lack a neighborhood vibe.

Former tenant·7 months ago

Good for starter apartment

Pros

Overall quality is nice, no major issues like pests/bad management. Sound level is fine for being right next to subway.

Cons

Shower water pressure is a bit off, also no ventilation in bathrooms.

Buildings associated with JOSE MERCHAN

  • 4134 Crescent St
    Rent-stabilized

    4134 Crescent St

    4.0(12)

    Long Island City

4134 Crescent St
Rent-stabilized

4134 Crescent St

4.0(12)

Long Island City

Building ratings

Cleanliness

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Trash management

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Pest control

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Water pressure

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Heat

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Neighbors

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Noise levels

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Owner responsiveness

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Cleanliness

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Trash management

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Pest control

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Water pressure

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Heat

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Neighbors

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Noise levels

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Owner responsiveness

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Rents and deposits

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Renters received their security deposits back

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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 averageLess than 0.01Violations per unit
NYC average0.81Violations per unit
0Class 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

0Class 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

J

Jose Merchan

Site Manager·1 building·143 units
4.0

12 reviews

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