Who We Are

Descanso Management LLC is a New York–based real estate services firm specializing in the day-to-day management, oversight, and long-term care of residential and mixed-use properties.

From our office at 177 Ninth Ave., 2A, New York, NY 10011, we support property owners, small investors, and housing entities who want their buildings to be well-run, compliant, and steadily positioned for long-term value.

We operate with a simple belief:

When real estate is managed with care, clarity, and consistency, everyone benefits — owners, residents, and the surrounding community.

Our Purpose

The role of a real estate services company is more than collecting rent or coordinating repairs. At Descanso Management LLC, our purpose is to:

  • Protect and grow the value of the properties we manage

  • Provide owners with clear information and fewer operational headaches

  • Give residents a stable, respectful, and predictable living experience

  • Keep buildings compliant, safe, and functioning as they should

We position ourselves as a long-term partner, not a short-term contractor.

What We Do

We deliver a focused suite of real estate services tailored to owners and portfolios that want structured, professional management:

Property & Building Management

  • Oversight of day-to-day operations

  • Coordination of maintenance and repairs

  • Vendor and contractor management

  • Preventive and planned maintenance scheduling

  • Monitoring building systems and common areas

Leasing & Tenant Relations

  • Supporting owners and housing entities with leasing needs

  • Coordinating viewings, application intake, and documentation (where applicable)

  • Helping facilitate renewals, move-ins, and move-outs

  • Maintaining clear communication channels with residents

Owner & Investor Support

  • Regular operational updates

  • Transparent reporting on building matters and ongoing issues

  • Liaison between owners, residents, vendors, and relevant third parties

  • Helping owners prioritize building needs over time

How We Work

We structure our work around three core pillars:

1. Clarity

We believe owners should always know what is happening with their properties. That means:

  • Clear explanations instead of technical jargon

  • Defined next steps when issues arise

  • Documented communication so nothing “disappears”

2. Consistency

Real estate is a systems business. We follow consistent processes for:

  • Intake and follow-up on maintenance reports

  • Communication with residents and owner representatives

  • Vendor engagement and quality control

  • Record keeping and documentation

3. Care

Behind every property there are people who live there, work there, or have invested deeply in it. We approach every building with:

  • A long-term mindset instead of quick fixes

  • Attention to both the physical structure and the resident experience

  • Respect for budgets, timelines, and obligations

Who We Serve

Descanso Management LLC typically partners with:

  • Individual property owners

  • Family-held residential buildings

  • Small–to–mid-sized investors and ownership groups

  • Housing entities and organizations that require a dependable local management presence

Some clients are based in New York; others are out-of-state or out-of-country and need a trusted team on the ground. In all cases, our role is to be their operational eyes and ears.

Our Approach to Owners

For owners and investors, we aim to be:

  • Responsive – Questions and concerns are acknowledged and addressed.

  • Structured – Issues are logged, tracked, and followed through.

  • Aligned – We work in line with the owner’s priorities, risk tolerance, and time horizon.

We recognize that no two ownership structures are the same. We adapt our communication style and reporting level to what each client actually needs, while keeping a consistent operational backbone behind the scenes.

Our Approach to Residents

A well-run property is not only about infrastructure—it is also about the people who live there. Our approach with residents is:

  • Professional and respectful in all communication

  • Clear on expectations, building policies, and processes

  • Focused on resolving legitimate issues within reasonable timeframes

We see residents as an integral part of the building’s stability and long-term success.

Compliance, Safety & Standards

Operating in New York means working within a highly regulated environment. We help support owners and properties in areas such as:

  • Coordinating required inspections (where applicable)

  • Helping track compliance-related needs communicated by owners or their advisors

  • Encouraging timely attention to building conditions that may affect safety or habitability

While legal and regulatory decisions remain with owners and their advisors, our role is to keep them informed about operational realities at the building level.

Our Neighborhood Perspective

Based in New York, NY, we understand the pace, expectations, and realities of city living. Every block and building has its own character; our goal is not to change that, but to support it with stable, professional management.

We value:

  • Properties that are cared for, not neglected

  • Residents who feel that their concerns are heard

  • Owners who want their buildings to perform over the long term

Looking Ahead

Real estate is not static. Buildings age, neighborhoods evolve, and expectations shift. Descanso Management LLC is committed to:

  • Adapting processes as buildings and regulations change

  • Continuing to refine how we communicate with owners and residents

  • Remaining a stable, reliable partner in a sector that is always moving

Our long-term vision is simple:
To be the kind of real estate services firm that owners trust, residents respect, and buildings benefit from—year after year.

Descanso Management LLC
177 Ninth Ave., 2A
New York, NY 10011
Phone: (212) 627-9010
Email: [email protected]