What do tenants say about Stephen Pepper?

Stephen Pepper has an average tenant rating of 4.4 out of 5 across 3 reviews.

How many violations does Stephen Pepper have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Stephen Pepper average 0.01 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Stephen Pepper?

100% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Stephen Pepper would recommend living there.

Has Stephen Pepper had any litigation cases?

Stephen Pepper has no housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Is Stephen Pepper on the worst landlords list?

Stephen Pepper has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

How many buildings does Stephen Pepper own or manage?

Stephen Pepper owns or manages 31 buildings totalling 247 units.

Is Stephen Pepper responsive to tenants?

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

Has Stephen Pepper had any evictions?

Stephen Pepper has no recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Stephen Pepper

Head Officer·31 buildings·247 units

4.4

3 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Stephen Pepper

Stephen Pepper is a well-regarded and reliable head officer. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 4.4/5 across 3 reviews, with 100% recommending their buildings and 34% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 0 evictions, 4 open violations, and 0 litigation cases. Data last updated August 25, 2026. Stephen Pepper is a Head Officer associated with 31 buildings and 247 units across Bellerose and Hunters Point in Queens. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods across Queens. The buildings were built primarily in the 1920s and 1930s. The portfolio consists mostly of low-rise buildings. There are no rent-stabilized apartments in the associated buildings.

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 Stephen Pepper highlights well-maintained and clean properties, situated in favorable locations with good neighborly environments. Many appreciate the cleanliness, effective garbage management, and strong water pressure. However, some renters note unusual apartment layouts and limitations in amenities such as rooftop features and pool hours. The landlord's responsiveness seems inconsistent, with some experiencing slow responses and concerns over strict lease renewal terms. Pest control and heating are generally satisfactory, though a few issues with AC and noise from nearby trains were mentioned. Overall, tenants find the buildings appealing but suggest improvements in communication and amenity enhancements.

Reviews

Former tenant·12 minutes ago

Review for 45-45 court square

Pros

very clean, nice area, close to grocery stores

Cons

no amenities, light noise from train

Former tenant·Over 2 years ago

Weird layout, money hungry landlord

Pros

Beautiful building, staff, and spacious apartments

Cons

Our particular apartment has a weird layout and not enough counter space in kitchen. Our landlord has unreasonable demands at lease renewals

Buildings associated with STEPHEN PEPPER

225-20 88 Avenue

Bellerose

225-08 88 Avenue

Bellerose

221-33 Braddock Avenue

Bellerose

221-35 Braddock Avenue

Bellerose

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 average0.01Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

1Class 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

3Class 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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Stephen Pepper

Head Officer·31 buildings·247 units

4.4

3 reviews