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Barry Apfelbaum

Head Officer·17 buildings·313 units
3.1

11 reviews

Highlights

11
Evictions
10
Litigation cases

About Barry Apfelbaum

Barry Apfelbaum is a mixed-profile head officer. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.1/5 across 11 reviews, with 64% recommending their buildings and 64% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 11 evictions, 42 open violations, and 10 litigation cases. Data last updated September 4, 2026. Associated with 17 buildings and 313 units across Queens and Manhattan, Barry Apfelbaum is a Head Officer responsible for a portfolio that spans construction eras from the 1880s to the 1960s, reflecting multiple generations of development. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods across Queens and Manhattan, including Jackson Heights, Upper West Side, and Richmond Hill. The buildings are mostly low-rise, accommodating a variety of residents. About 94% of the associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments, providing significant affordability in the rental market. Prospective renters can find building-level ratings, reviews, and open-data records on the associated building pages.

Renter recommendations

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Renters recommend associated buildings

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Renters approve of this owner or associate

Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Tenant reviews for buildings managed by Barry Apfelbaum reveal a mixed picture. Positive notes include convenient locations, responsive supers in some buildings, and pet-friendly policies. However, common issues include poor cleanliness, pest infestations (notably cockroaches), inconsistent maintenance, and trash management problems. Several tenants report unprofessional or rude management interactions, delayed repairs, and safety concerns like insecure locks. While some properties benefit from good heating and reasonable rent, others suffer from noise, poorly maintained common areas, and unreliable laundry facilities. The management’s responsiveness varies significantly by building, leading to uneven living experiences. Prospective renters should weigh these factors carefully.

Reviews

Former tenant·10 minutes ago

Great location. Could use some cleaning.

Pros

Easy commute. Away from busy streets. Building is sufficient maintained with no major issues.

Cons

Hallways and stairways are not cleaned on regular basis.

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

Buildings associated with BARRY APFELBAUM

  • 198-39 32 Avenue
    Rent-stabilized

    198-39 32 Avenue

    Auburndale

  • 14412 34 Avenue
    Rent-stabilized

    14412 34 Avenue

    4.1(1)

    Murray Hill (Queens)

  • 34-27 74 Street
    Rent-stabilized

    34-27 74 Street

    2.5(4)

    Jackson Heights

  • 41-56 Denman Street
    Rent-stabilized

    41-56 Denman Street

    Elmhurst

198-39 32 Avenue
Rent-stabilized

198-39 32 Avenue

Auburndale

14412 34 Avenue
Rent-stabilized

14412 34 Avenue

4.1(1)

Murray Hill (Queens)

34-27 74 Street
Rent-stabilized

34-27 74 Street

2.5(4)

Jackson Heights

41-56 Denman Street
Rent-stabilized

41-56 Denman Street

Elmhurst

Building ratings

Cleanliness

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Trash management

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Pest control

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Water pressure

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Heat

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Neighbors

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Noise levels

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Owner responsiveness

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Cleanliness

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Trash management

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Pest control

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Water pressure

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Heat

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Neighbors

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Noise levels

-

Owner responsiveness

-

Rents and deposits

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Renters received their security deposits back

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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
9Class C
Immediately hazardous

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

24Class B
Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

9Class 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

FAQs

Barry Apfelbaum has an average tenant rating of 3.1 out of 5 across 11 reviews.

Buildings managed by Barry Apfelbaum average 0.13 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

64% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Barry Apfelbaum would recommend living there.

Barry Apfelbaum has 11 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Barry Apfelbaum has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Barry Apfelbaum has 10 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Barry Apfelbaum owns or manages 17 buildings totalling 313 units.

64% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Barry Apfelbaum approve of how it is run.

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Barry Apfelbaum

Head Officer·17 buildings·313 units
3.1

11 reviews

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