What do tenants say about Besnik Celaj?

Besnik Celaj has an average tenant rating of 2.8 out of 5 across 3 reviews.

How many violations does Besnik Celaj have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Besnik Celaj average 0.94 open violations per unit, more than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Besnik Celaj?

34% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Besnik Celaj would recommend living there.

Has Besnik Celaj had any evictions?

Besnik Celaj has 14 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

How many buildings does Besnik Celaj own or manage?

Besnik Celaj owns or manages 4 buildings totalling 215 units.

Has Besnik Celaj had any litigation cases?

Besnik Celaj has 30 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Is Besnik Celaj responsive to tenants?

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

Is Besnik Celaj on the worst landlords list?

Besnik Celaj has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Besnik Celaj

Site Manager·4 buildings·215 units

2.8

3 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Besnik Celaj

Besnik Celaj is a poorly regarded site manager. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 2.8/5 across 3 reviews, with 34% recommending their buildings and 34% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 14 evictions, 204 open violations, and 30 litigation cases. Data last updated September 7, 2026. Across Inwood, Norwood, Wakefield, and Kingsbridge Heights in Manhattan and The Bronx, Besnik Celaj is a site manager associated with 4 buildings and 215 units. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods across Manhattan and The Bronx. The buildings were built primarily in the 1920s and are primarily mid-rise. All of the associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments. Individual building ratings, tenant reviews, and public records are on the associated building pages.

Renter recommendations

Renters recommend associated buildings

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent tenant feedback for buildings managed by Besnik Celaj reveals a mixed management reputation. Positive aspects include clean lobbies, strong community feel, and well-maintained apartments with decent water pressure and heating when addressed. However, several reviews highlight significant concerns: inconsistent responsiveness from the owner, language barriers with supers, and delayed or insufficient repairs leading to deteriorating apartment conditions. Cleanliness varies widely—some buildings suffer from poor sanitation, pest issues, and neglected common areas. Noise and neighbor quality also differ between properties. Tenants urge management to improve maintenance responsiveness, enhance communication, and invest in building upkeep to avoid escalating problems.

Reviews

Former tenant·Over 3 years ago

Not relevant

Pros

Neighborhood and community. Current super is always cleaning the lobby.

Cons

Not much to say

Advice to the owners

Fix old pipes

Former tenant·Over 3 years ago

Keep looking

Pros

Rent controlled apartment - predictable rents

Cons

Inexperience super , loud neighbors, apartment falling apart from lack of repairs

Advice to the owners

Invest in your building . The longer you wait the more costly it will become to fix it . Please bring a super that speaks English and Spanish as most of your tenants do. Automate repair tickets and rent collection to online process .