Apartment reviews in New York City
NYC has the country's most opaque rental market, with landlord violations and bed bug reports often hidden until you've already signed. Property Peeker surfaces HPD complaints, bed bug history, and tenant reviews for any NYC apartment.
Recently scored New York City apartments
Renter's guide to New York City neighborhoods
Each neighborhood has its own quirks. Use this as a starting point, then pull the report for any specific building.
Old tenement stock. Heat, hot water, and pest complaints dominate HPD records.
Mix of new luxury and aging conversions. Always check the building's HPD violation history.
Stable, well-maintained for the most part. Pre-war buildings can have plumbing surprises.
High landlord turnover. Read recent reviews — management quality varies dramatically.
Generally well-rated, but older walk-ups can have rodent issues.
Wide quality range. Newer developments often score well; older walk-ups need careful vetting.
What to watch for in New York City apartments
- HPD violations (use the report's public records section)
- Bed bug history filed with the city (legally required disclosure)
- Heat and hot water complaints during winter months
- Illegal apartment conversions and unsafe egress
Renting in New York City: common questions
How do I check NYC apartment violations before renting?
Property Peeker aggregates HPD violation history, DOB complaints, and bed bug filings into a single report — much faster than searching each city database.
Do NYC landlords have to disclose bed bugs?
Yes. NYC requires landlords to disclose bed bug history from the prior year. Property Peeker shows reported infestations and tenant complaints across multiple sources.
Which NYC neighborhoods have the safest apartments?
The Upper West Side, parts of Astoria, and Park Slope generally score highest, but the building matters far more than the borough — always pull the report.