What do tenants say about Leon Farhi?

Leon Farhi has an average tenant rating of 4.1 out of 5 across 11 reviews.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Leon Farhi?

73% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Leon Farhi would recommend living there.

Has Leon Farhi had any evictions?

Leon Farhi has 2 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Is Leon Farhi on the worst landlords list?

Leon Farhi has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Is Leon Farhi responsive to tenants?

55% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Leon Farhi approve of how it is run.

Has Leon Farhi had any litigation cases?

Leon Farhi has 1 housing court litigation case across their portfolio.

How many buildings does Leon Farhi own or manage?

Leon Farhi owns or manages 3 buildings totalling 38 units.

Leon Farhi

Shareholder·3 buildings·38 units

4.1

11 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Leon Farhi

Leon Farhi is a well-regarded and reliable shareholder. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 4.1/5 across 11 reviews, with 73% recommending their buildings and 55% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 2 evictions, 0 open violations, and 1 litigation case. Data last updated September 3, 2026. Leon Farhi is a shareholder associated with a portfolio of 3 buildings and 38 units across Bushwick and Stuyvesant Heights in Brooklyn. The portfolio is concentrated in Bushwick and Stuyvesant Heights in Brooklyn. The buildings were built primarily in the 2000s and are primarily mid-rise. All of the associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments.

Renter recommendations

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent reviews of properties managed by Leon Farhi reveal a mixed experience for tenants. While many appreciate the cleanliness, spacious apartments, and well-managed amenities, concerns about owner responsiveness are frequent. Tenants report issues with noisy environments, particularly from nearby transit and nightlife, leading to discomfort. The presence of a commendable super adds value, yet the landlord's absence and delayed communication diminish overall satisfaction. Renters recommend addressing noise levels and package security while maintaining the building's appealing features. Despite some drawbacks, the properties are generally considered a viable option for renters seeking spacious accommodations in vibrant neighborhoods.

Reviews

Former tenant·just now

885 Willoughby Ave

Pros

- Extremely spacious - Separate living room, dining room, kitchen, in-unit laundry room - Each room is also spacious - Great lighting in the bedrooms - Strong central AC - 2 blocks from train - Great nightlife and restaurants around

Cons

- Train is loud because it’s close by - Street can be loud - Doors are creaky - Owners can be irresponsive - Close to JMZ but far from other trains

Advice to the owners

Be quicker to respond

Former tenant·16 minutes ago

good for a year or two

Pros

nice rooftop, good public transit location, quick turnaround for repairs, rent stabilized

Cons

location was rough

Buildings associated with LEON FARHI

Rent-stabilized

1086 Broadway

3.4(5)

Stuyvesant Heights

Rent-stabilized

885 Willoughby Avenue

4.3(4)

Bushwick

Rent-stabilized

1101 Broadway

4.6(2)

Bushwick

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 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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Leon Farhi

Shareholder·3 buildings·38 units

4.1

11 reviews