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K

Katherine Chou

Shareholder·10 buildings·132 units
2.7

37 reviews

Highlights

15
Evictions
11
Litigation cases

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 feedback on buildings managed by Katherine Chou reveals a mixed picture. Positives include good locations, spacious units, and helpful doormen in some buildings. However, many renters express frustration with poor management responsiveness, delayed maintenance, and subpar cleanliness. Recurring issues involve pest infestations, noise disturbances, and building disrepair. Communication often lacks professionalism, with some tenants reporting disrespectful interactions. Security concerns such as unsecured mailboxes and presence of unauthorized individuals have been noted. While a few buildings receive praise for updated features and helpful staff, overall management frequently falls short in timely repairs, tenant support, and maintaining a safe, clean environment.

Reviews

Former tenant·8 minutes ago

Management is Older

Pros

Close to subway

Cons

They won't answer or do anything about any inquiries

Former tenant·44 minutes ago

Cleanliness in public areas needed

Pros

Finally quiet after squatters removed

Cons

Needs more cleanliness in hallways

Advice to the owners

Upkeep needed on building

Buildings associated with KATHERINE CHOU

  • 408 8 Avenue
    Good cause

    408 8 Avenue

    2.8(8)

    Midtown South

  • 18 King Street
    Good cause

    18 King Street

    3.3(3)

    Hudson Square

  • 366 West 52 Street
    Good cause

    366 West 52 Street

    2.4(7)

    Hell's Kitchen

  • 370 West 52 Street
    Good cause

    370 West 52 Street

    1.7(5)

    Hell's Kitchen

408 8 Avenue
Good cause

408 8 Avenue

2.8(8)

Midtown South

18 King Street
Good cause

18 King Street

3.3(3)

Hudson Square

366 West 52 Street
Good cause

366 West 52 Street

2.4(7)

Hell's Kitchen

370 West 52 Street
Good cause

370 West 52 Street

1.7(5)

Hell's Kitchen

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 worse than the city average.

Owner average1.59Violations per unit
NYC average0.81Violations per unit
52Class C
Immediately hazardous

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

109Class B
Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

49Class 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

K

Katherine Chou

Shareholder·10 buildings·132 units
2.7

37 reviews

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