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Barry Apfelbaum

Head Officer·17 buildings·313 units
3.1

10 reviews

Highlights

10
Evictions
10
Litigation cases

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Renters approve of this owner or associate

Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent reviews for buildings managed by Barry Apfelbaum present a mixed picture. Tenants value the prime locations, responsive supers in some buildings, and pet-friendly policies. However, common issues include inconsistent maintenance, pest infestations, and poorly maintained common areas. Garbage management quality varies widely across properties, as do heating and water pressure standards. Several reviews describe unprofessional or even hostile management behavior, including allegations of neglect and inadequate communication. Safety concerns, such as broken locks, and delays in repairs frustrate residents. While some tenants approve of the management and recommend staying, others strongly advise caution and urge improvements in management professionalism and building upkeep.

Reviews

Former tenant·33 minutes ago

Old Building in a charming neighborhood

Pros

Location Location Location

Cons

Washer and dryers not repaired Heat controlled by super Common areas not well maintained

Former tenant·8 months ago

Good location, meh building

Pros

Great location - easy access to B/C, 1/2/3. Close to Central Park, Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods:

Cons

Mice and roaches. No amenities

Buildings associated with BARRY APFELBAUM

  • 198-39 32 Avenue
    Rent-stabilized

    198-39 32 Avenue

    Auburndale

  • 34-01 Parsons Boulevard
    Rent-stabilized

    34-01 Parsons Boulevard

    4.1(1)

    Murray Hill (Queens)

  • 34-27 74 Street
    Rent-stabilized

    34-27 74 Street

    2.1(3)

    Jackson Heights

  • 41-56 Denman Street
    Rent-stabilized

    41-56 Denman Street

    Elmhurst

198-39 32 Avenue
Rent-stabilized

198-39 32 Avenue

Auburndale

34-01 Parsons Boulevard
Rent-stabilized

34-01 Parsons Boulevard

4.1(1)

Murray Hill (Queens)

34-27 74 Street
Rent-stabilized

34-27 74 Street

2.1(3)

Jackson Heights

41-56 Denman Street
Rent-stabilized

41-56 Denman Street

Elmhurst

Building ratings

Cleanliness

-

Trash management

-

Pest control

-

Water pressure

-

Heat

-

Neighbors

-

Noise levels

-

Owner responsiveness

-

Cleanliness

-

Trash management

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Pest control

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Water pressure

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Heat

-

Neighbors

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Noise levels

-

Owner responsiveness

-

Rents and deposits

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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 average0.13Violations per unit
NYC average0.81Violations per unit
10Class C
Immediately hazardous

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

22Class B
Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

10Class 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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Barry Apfelbaum

Head Officer·17 buildings·313 units
3.1

10 reviews

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