What do tenants say about Arlene Alter?

Arlene Alter has an average tenant rating of 3.2 out of 5 across 3 reviews.

How many violations does Arlene Alter have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Arlene Alter average 0.18 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Arlene Alter?

34% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Arlene Alter would recommend living there.

Has Arlene Alter had any litigation cases?

Arlene Alter has no housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Is Arlene Alter on the worst landlords list?

Arlene Alter has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Has Arlene Alter had any evictions?

Arlene Alter has 2 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

How many buildings does Arlene Alter own or manage?

Arlene Alter owns or manages 3 buildings totalling 44 units.

Is Arlene Alter responsive to tenants?

34% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Arlene Alter approve of how it is run.

Arlene Alter

Head Officer·3 buildings·44 units

3.2

3 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Arlene Alter

Arlene Alter is a modestly rated but responsible head officer. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.2/5 across 3 reviews, with 34% recommending their buildings and 34% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 2 evictions, 8 open violations, and 0 litigation cases. Data last updated October 24, 2026. Across Lenox Hill in Manhattan, Arlene Alter is a Head Officer associated with 3 buildings and 44 units. The portfolio is concentrated in Lenox Hill in Manhattan. The buildings were constructed between the 1910s and 1940s, reflecting multiple generations of development. The buildings are mostly mid-rise. About two-thirds 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 for buildings managed by Arlene Alter indicate a mix of experiences among tenants. While cleanliness and garbage management are commendable, heating issues during winter have been a significant concern. Residents reported inconsistency in owner responsiveness, especially concerning lease details and unexpected rent increases. Noise levels and neighbor dynamics received mixed feedback, highlighting occasional disturbances. Overall, while some appreciate the responsive management and favorable neighborhood, there is a clear call for improvements in heating and better awareness of tenant concerns. Prospective renters should be prepared for potential challenges but can find positives in building amenities and surroundings.

Reviews

Former tenant·just now

Management could be better

Pros

Neighbors were nice

Cons

Heat struggles during winter/ super does not live in the building

Former tenant·13 hours ago

Owner /Property Manager doubled rent.Did not know the lease beginning and ending

Pros

Heat , trash, size

Cons

Change of management from Wallick to REM Property a problem. They did not know my lease beginning and ending date. Then when I told them they increased the rent by 60%. Noisy neighbor, party late night early mornings.

Advice to the owners

Know your lproperty and it’s tenants

Buildings associated with ARLENE ALTER

Rent-stabilized

440 East 77 Street

3.1(1)

Lenox Hill

Rent-stabilized

438 East 77 Street

3.4(2)

Lenox Hill

Good cause

436 East 77 Street

Lenox Hill

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 average0.18Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

3Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

4Class 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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Arlene Alter

Head Officer·3 buildings·44 units

3.2

3 reviews

Arlene Alter

Highlights

About Arlene Alter

Renter recommendations

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