Court Certifies Class Action Suit Against Greystar
Former residents of The Eddy in East Boston can now proceed with claims regarding alleged unlawful eviction-related fees.
Updated on Oct. 25, 2026 in Apartments
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A court has certified a class action lawsuit against property manager Greystar over allegations of illegal fee collection. The litigation concerns claims that the company charged tenants attorney fees and costs prior to receiving court awards.
Why it matters
The certification allows former tenants of The Eddy apartment building to collectively pursue damages for alleged violations of Massachusetts law. This legal path is deemed superior to individual suits for addressing the controversy.
The 30-page court order assigns the proceedings case number 23-CV-12901-AK and reference number 02-561-26. The court affirmed that individual variations in potential damages do not block the class certification.
The players
Greystar
Greystar is a major global property management and investment firm that oversees numerous residential developments.
The Eddy
The Eddy is a residential apartment building located in the East Boston neighborhood.
The details
The court granted class status based on findings of numerosity, commonality, and typicality under Rule 23(a). While the class suit against Greystar moves forward, the court declined to certify similar class claims against property owner Eddy Owner, L.L.C.
Timeline
The court issued the order granting class certification on October 19, 2026.
Culture Shift
This litigation highlights the increasing scrutiny on residential property management practices under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 93A. It reflects a broader trend of tenants utilizing collective legal action to challenge standardized fee structures in urban rental markets.
Former residents of The Eddy who were charged eviction-related fees may be eligible to participate in the class action recovery. Tenants in the area should monitor future notifications from the four appointed law firms regarding potential claim procedures.
The takeaway
This case underscores the importance of residents understanding the legal basis for any fees charged during the eviction process. Tenants should maintain detailed records of all attorney fees and litigation costs billed to them by management companies.
Further reading
For additional context on local residential rental standards, visit Boston Apartments.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly.
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