What do tenants say about Joseph Cvek?

Joseph Cvek has an average tenant rating of 3.4 out of 5 across 4 reviews.

How many violations does Joseph Cvek have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Joseph Cvek average 0.6 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Joseph Cvek?

0% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Joseph Cvek would recommend living there.

Is Joseph Cvek on the worst landlords list?

Joseph Cvek has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Is Joseph Cvek responsive to tenants?

25% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Joseph Cvek approve of how it is run.

Has Joseph Cvek had any evictions?

Joseph Cvek has 2 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Has Joseph Cvek had any litigation cases?

Joseph Cvek has 2 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Joseph Cvek

Site Manager·1 building·15 units

3.4

4 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Joseph Cvek

Joseph Cvek is a mixed-profile site manager. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.4/5 across 4 reviews, with 0% recommending their buildings and 25% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 2 evictions, 9 open violations, and 2 litigation cases. Data last updated August 19, 2026. Joseph Cvek is a site manager associated with 1 building and 15 units across Yorkville in Manhattan. The portfolio is concentrated in Yorkville in Manhattan. The building was constructed in 1910 and is categorized as a mid-rise. All of the associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments. Building-level ratings, reviews, and open-data records are available on the associated building pages.

Renter recommendations

Renters recommend associated buildings

Renters approve of this owner or associate

Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent reviews of buildings managed by Joseph Cvek reveal significant concerns regarding management responsiveness and pest control issues. While some tenants appreciate the favorable locations and upgraded features, many express frustration over the owner’s lack of communication and action, often feeling ignored in times of need. Cleanliness varies, with some highlighting poor maintenance practices. On a positive note, other residents value certain aspects such as friendly neighbors and solid water pressure. Overall, potential renters should be cautious about the landlord's engagement and maintenance priorities before committing to a lease.

Reviews

Former tenant·just now

Caution Lazy Owner

Pros

Location. Upgraded features in most cases.

Cons

Owner doesn’t care. Only let’s you call him. No emails or texts for paper trails. Won’t deal with a building-wide mosquito issue

Former tenant·Over 2 years ago

Basic Renter Review

Pros

Location is great, close to public transit

Cons

Lack of lobby/renovated stairwell, visually unappealing and rickety

Buildings associated with JOSEPH CVEK

Rent-stabilized
332 East 91 Street
3.4(4)
Yorkville

Rent-stabilized

332 East 91 Street

3.4(4)

Yorkville

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 average0.60Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

2Class 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

7Class 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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Joseph Cvek

Site Manager·1 building·15 units

3.4

4 reviews