1238 Decatur Street,

Brooklyn, NY 11207

Overall, it's net positive here. The apartment is well constructed, everything is solid, I can't hear noise from neighbors (good soundproofing), great layout. Amazing natural light, probably the best feature of the apartment and something all guests remark about. The roof deck is nice to have access to. The landlords are very hands-off, so they're not in your business and as long as you pay rent and play nice, they won't trouble you. Regular mopping/cleaning of shared hallways and elevator (though the elevator does always smell a bit funky).

This is just a fact, it's a loud corner on a bus route, so there is street noise especially with the windows open. Keeping on the windows, apartments have large windows but they leak a lot of cold in the winter (not glazed/insulated), making the heating less effective. Elevator overall works but my partner has gotten stuck in it twice, and once had to involve the fire department for a rescue. Worst part, the laundry room is constantly in disrepair, I can count on one hand the number of times I've gone down there and had both a single operational washer and dryer. Usually all the washers are broken, along with some of the dryers, so I have to use a laundromat. When we first moved in the landlords didn't send a cleaner or repaint until we pushed the issue (previous tenants left it pretty filthy, we sent pictures), and only then did they send a cleaner, and said they would repaint, but would paint the place baby blue -- that was a no, so we repainted it white on our own dime. Also we have had some ants, but no other pests (ant trap took care of them).

Keep the basement amenities clean and functional!! I would be so happy if I had laundry in building that worked!

Rent controlled, generally consider neighbors, great windows and space

Landlord failed to furnish a renewal lease, refused to bring in new roommates. Laundry room rarely works, gym is moldy and not usable, roof is in need of repairs.

Be more willing to accommodate roommate living situations. Provide renewal leases, it’s the law.

No scheduling move-in

Loud, pest issues, stealing, etc.

Has a good rooftop space. Deceit price.

They lied about the gym being repaired, water leaks inside the basement causing black mold. Landlord do not upkeep the building hard to get a hold of in emergency and for repairs. No way to get a hold of outside business hours. Rooftop floor is coming apart, Magnetic door locks ppl out.

Get a direct line to someone that can respond to issues 24/7. Maintain the gym and roof

Close proximity to subway, big rooftop area with nice view, nice finishes, parking, nice neighbors, dog friendly

Building has leaking issues and water damage, landlord is unresponsive. Walls would go moist and soggy when it would rain. No real super. Gym has been closed forever and smells very strongly of mildew.

Instead of overloading your glazier business employees, get a real super. Fix the water damage, and source of the numerous leaks, there might be hazardous mold growing in the basement and someone could get really ill!