What do tenants say about Philip Widlanski?

Philip Widlanski has an average tenant rating of 2.4 out of 5 across 4 reviews.

How many violations does Philip Widlanski have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Philip Widlanski average 0.15 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Philip Widlanski?

50% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Philip Widlanski would recommend living there.

Is Philip Widlanski responsive to tenants?

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

Has Philip Widlanski had any litigation cases?

Philip Widlanski has no housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Is Philip Widlanski on the worst landlords list?

Philip Widlanski has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Has Philip Widlanski had any evictions?

Philip Widlanski has no recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Philip Widlanski

Shareholder·2 buildings·32 units

2.4

4 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Philip Widlanski

Philip Widlanski is a modestly rated but responsible shareholder. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 2.4/5 across 4 reviews, with 50% recommending their buildings and 25% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 0 evictions, 5 open violations, and 0 litigation cases. Data last updated September 6, 2026. Philip Widlanski is a shareholder associated with 2 buildings and 32 units across the All Upper West Side in Manhattan. The portfolio is concentrated in the Upper West Side in Manhattan. The buildings were built primarily in the 1880s and are mostly low-rise. All of the associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments. Individual building ratings, tenant reviews, and public records are on the associated building pages.

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Tenant reviews for Philip Widlanski's buildings reveal a highly mixed living experience. While some appreciate the prime Upper West Side locations, pet-friendly atmosphere, and occasional well-maintained common areas with responsive management, many express strong dissatisfaction. Common issues include poor cleanliness, pest problems, inadequate garbage management, and noisy, poorly maintained apartments. A recurring concern is the landlord’s lack of responsiveness and perceived neglect, leading to tenant frustration. Rent increases also sparked complaints. Prospective tenants should expect variable conditions with potential management unresponsiveness but valued neighbors and proximity to the park in some buildings. Improvements in maintenance and communication are needed for a better rental experience.

Reviews

Former tenant·9 minutes ago

Worst landlord in my experience in New York

Pros

Location in UWS was great

Cons

Awful landlord and super, moldy smelly building. The worst apartment I’ve lived in by far.

Advice to the owners

Stop being a slumlord

Former tenant·7 months ago

Great building for pet owners

Pros

Very pet friendly, don’t have to stress about barking Responsive management Washer/dryer in basement Weekly cleaning of common areas

Cons

Increased rent by 7% at renewal

Advice to the owners

None

Buildings associated with PHILIP WIDLANSKI

Good cause

70 West 71 Street

3.4(3)

All Upper West Side

Rent-stabilized

32 West 69 Street

1.5(1)

All Upper West Side

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 average0.15Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

4Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

1Class 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

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