What do tenants say about James Dijan?

James Dijan has an average tenant rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 4 reviews.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by James Dijan?

75% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by James Dijan would recommend living there.

Has James Dijan had any evictions?

James Dijan has 2 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Has James Dijan had any litigation cases?

James Dijan has no housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

How many buildings does James Dijan own or manage?

James Dijan owns or manages 1 building totalling 120 units.

Is James Dijan responsive to tenants?

100% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by James Dijan approve of how it is run.

Is James Dijan on the worst landlords list?

James Dijan has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

James Dijan

Site Manager·1 building·120 units

4.2

4 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About James Dijan

James Dijan is a well-regarded and reliable site manager. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 4.2/5 across 4 reviews, with 75% recommending their buildings and 100% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 2 evictions, 0 open violations, and 0 litigation cases. Data last updated September 6, 2026. Associated with 1 building and 120 units across Manhattan, James Dijan is a site manager responsible for a portfolio built in 1973. The portfolio is concentrated in Chelsea in Manhattan. The building is primarily 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.

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent tenant reviews for properties managed by James Dijan indicate a mixed experience with key highlights. Many residents appreciate the central locations and friendly staff, particularly noting responsive management and good amenities. However, recurring issues include noise disturbances from neighbors and older building constructions impacting overall comfort. Cleanliness ratings vary, with some tenants urging for better maintenance of common areas. While several reviews mention effective pest control and strong water pressure, heat management appears inconsistent. Despite minor drawbacks, overall approval for the landlord reflects positively on tenant satisfaction and the community spirit within the buildings.

Reviews

Former tenant·1 day ago

Great location but can be difficult

Pros

Central, staff are friendly, two elevators is good

Cons

Older construction, you can hear your neighbors easily, if you are facing a certain street you will hear a lot of noise

Former tenant·Over 2 years ago

Good starting apt

Pros

- Great doormen (24:7) - Super on site and helps with many things - Great location - Laundry in basement - Terraces for many units - Good layouts

Cons

- Common spaces could be cleaned more - Noise easily heard between walls - 23rd street can be a bit unsafe some times

Buildings associated with JAMES DIJAN

Good cause
170 West 23 Street
4.2(4)
Chelsea

Good cause

170 West 23 Street

4.2(4)

Chelsea

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Trash management

Pest control

Water pressure

Heat

Neighbors

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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 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

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James Dijan

Site Manager·1 building·120 units

4.2

4 reviews

James Dijan

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About James Dijan

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Reviews

Great location but can be difficult

Pros

Cons

Good starting apt

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Cons

Buildings associated with JAMES DIJAN

170 West 23 Street

170 West 23 Street

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