Al Shapiro Ratings
Period: November 2008 through February 2009
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Each category, question or landlord has a star rating that reflects how they compare to ALL surveys for the current date period. For example, a landlord may score a RAW average of 4.54 but that will not necessarily yield an excellent 5 star RATING. The star RATING reflects the comparison of the RAW average to the average of ALL surveys using some fraction of the standard deviation. For example, if the ALL surveys average is 3.5662, with st. dev. 1.4082, you actually need a RAW average of ~4.63 or higher for a 5 stars RATING.
Basically, you should interpret the RATING as Poor, Fair, Average, Good or Excellent based on 1 to 5 stars. For example if the rating is Good (4 stars), the landlord has a good score compared to others surveyed.
| Al Shapiro Ratings based on 3 surveys, 3 comments | |||
| Overall (average of all 32 questions): |  | 4.08 | 3.56 |
| Landlord / Tenant Relationship: | | 3.74 | 3.36 |
| Apartment / Property Quality: | | 4.23 | 3.68 |
| Repair Responsiveness: | | 4.20 | 3.37 |
Landlord / Tenant Relationship My Landlord... | |||
| is concerned with my satisfaction: |  | 3.00 | 2.85 |
| uses a lease written in language that I can understand: | | 4.00 | 3.77 |
| can be contacted easily when necessary: |  | 3.00 | 3.42 |
| provided me with emergency contact information: | | 3.66 | 3.31 |
| communicates in a prompt, friendly, and professional manner: | | 4.00 | 3.22 |
| keeps promises made in the lease: | | 4.33 | 3.42 |
| maintains the property in good condition: | | 4.00 | 3.19 |
| makes professional repairs: | | 3.00 | 3.22 |
| handles finances (e.g. rent, fees, security deposits) quickly & accurately: | | 4.66 | 3.82 |
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Apartment / Property Quality Condition of rental unit | |||
| I feel safe in my living space: | | 4.66 | 3.95 |
| Doors & windows are intact, secure with working locks: | | 4.33 | 3.77 |
| Fire safety features are adequate and in working condition: | | 4.66 | 3.70 |
| Building noise levels allow me to quietly enjoy my home: | | 3.33 | 3.49 |
| Walls and ceilings are in good shape: | | 4.33 | 3.46 |
| Carpet / flooring is in good condition: |  | 4.66 | 3.51 |
| Appliances work: | | 4.00 | 3.83 |
| Electrical wiring is adequate: | | 4.66 | 3.83 |
| Hot water is sufficient: | | 4.33 | 4.05 |
| Heat is sufficient: | | 4.33 | 3.79 |
| Plumbing is free from leaks: | | 4.00 | 3.79 |
| Paint or wallpaper is in good condition: | | 4.66 | 3.68 |
| Space is free of rodents, roaches, bedbugs, or other pests: | | 4.00 | 3.35 |
| Containers and instructions are provided for trash disposal: | | 4.00 | 3.72 |
| Containers & instructions are provided for recycling: | | 3.33 | 2.70 |
| The space was clean prior to move-in: | | 4.66 | 3.50 |
| There are smoke detectors which, when tested, work: | | 4.66 | 4.03 |
| Outdoor lighting in the front/rear/side areas is adequate: | | 4.33 | 3.74 |
| Exterior lights come on automatically when it gets dark: | | 3.33 | 3.56 |
| Lighting is adequate in common areas, hallways & stairwells: | | 4.33 | 4.06 |
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Repair Responsiveness Optional questions when repairs were needed (response time) | |||
| Minor repairs? (i.e. small wall cracks, broken hinges): | | 4.00 | 3.08 |
| Major repairs? (i.e. broken appliance, safety and security, bedbugs): | | 4.00 | 3.12 |
| Emergencies? (i.e. plumbing, heating, broken doors/locks): | | 4.50 | 3.89 |
Comments (3) User submitted feedback for Al Shapiro. Stars below reflect only that user's rating. | |||
2008-12-01  This is the second time I have lived in this apartment building -- I have lived here a total of about 6 years here. The apt. is a bit pricey for the burbs, but the building is generally very quiet and the neighbors are very nice. The building is older (read solid construction, hardwood floors and beautiful details) but has an updated kitchen complete with disposal, full size gas range, built-in microwave and dishwasher. The building manager is on-site and is very good about making any needed repairs ASAP. Back to top | |||
| 2008-11-19 The Newport is a great building. The landlord is really nice and I had no problem overall. Back to top | |||
2008-11-18  Great at responding to requests/inquiries however not good at actually finishing the repairing process (we have projects that still have not been finished that were started over a year ago). Back to top | |||
