415 Lefferts Avenue,Brooklyn, NY 11225
96 Units
•Built in 1931
•6 Floors
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In the past three years, this building had:
245 complaints
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Open Violations
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NYC's Department of Housing Preservation and Development validates and confirms a complaint made to 311.
The violations listed below are open violations that have yet to be addressed or have not been confirmed
as resolved by the city.
This building has a total of 172 violations which is 1.79 violations per unit for their entire portfolio.
That is worse than the city average, which is 0.81 violations per unit.
Non-hazardous
37Class A
Non-Hazardous violations (i.e. no peephole on a door, or no street # on the building)
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Hazardous
83Class B
Hazardous violations (i.e. smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting)
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Immediately-hazardous
52Class C
Immediately Hazardous (i.e. rodents, inadequate heat or hot water)
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Approval DateDescriptionCurrent Status
Mar 20, 2024§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at north wall. at public hall, 1st storyNov sent out
Mar 04, 2024§ 27-2017.3 hmc: trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... east wall aapprox. 8 sq.ft. in the bathroom located at apt c9, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''west''Notice of issuance sent to tenant
Mar 04, 2024§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department north wall at public hall, 1st storyNov sent out
Jan 27, 2024§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt d6, 4th story, 6th apartment from west at northNov sent out
Jan 27, 2024§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt d6, 4th story, 6th apartment from west at northNov sent out
Jan 16, 2024§ 27-2005 adm code paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation at heat riser in the bathroom located at apt d6, 4th story, 6th apartment from west at northNov sent out
Jan 16, 2024§ 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt d6, 4th story, 6th apartment from west at northNov sent out
Jan 16, 2024§ 27-2005 adm code properly secure the loose bottom escutcheon plate at heat riser in the kitchen located at apt d6, 4th story, 6th apartment from west at northNov sent out
Jan 16, 2024§ 27-2017.3 hmc: trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 7 sqft at north wall in the bathroom located at apt d6, 4th story, 6th apartment from west at northNotice of issuance sent to tenant
Jan 16, 2024§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at north wall in the bathroom located at apt d6, 4th story, 6th apartment from west at northNov sent out
Jan 12, 2024§ 27-2005 hmc: properly repair or replace the broken or defective (inoperative) steam control valve at the radiator at east in the 1st room from north located at apt a10, 1st story, 4th apartment from west at northNov sent out
Jan 12, 2024§ 27-2005 hmc: properly repair or replace the broken or defective (inoperative) steam control valve at the radiator at east in the 4th room from north located at apt a10, 1st story, 4th apartment from west at northNov sent out
Jan 12, 2024§ 27-2005 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles on the west wall in the bathroom located at apt a10, 1st story, 4th apartment from west at northNov sent out
Jan 07, 2024§ 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at window recess in the kitchen located at apt d6, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section ''east''Civ14 mailed
Jan 07, 2024§ 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt d6, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section ''east''Civ14 mailed
Jan 07, 2024§ 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at window recess in the 1st room from north at east located at apt d6, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section ''east''Civ14 mailed
Dec 13, 2023§ 27-2017.3 hmc: trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 4 square feet at east wall in the bathroom located at apt f15, 6th story, 2nd apartment from west at northFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Nov 17, 2023§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the bathroom , the kitchen located at apt c11, 3rd story, 5th apartment from east at southCiv14 mailed
Nov 13, 2023§ 27-2005 adm code properly secure the loose electrical outlet cover in the 4th room from north located at apt a10, 1st story, 4th apartment from west at northNov sent out
Nov 13, 2023§ 27-2005 hmc: properly repair or replace the broken or defective bell/ buzzer intercom system from building entrance to the apartment in the foyer located at apt a10, 1st story, 4th apartment from west at northNov sent out
Jun 09, 2023Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceilings throughout at all storys at public hall stairsNov sent out
Dec 12, 2022Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the baseboard at south wall, baseboard at west wall in the kitchen located at apt a14, 1st story, 3rd apartment from east at southNov sent out
Dec 12, 2022Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st door frame from west at north wall in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt a14, 1st story, 3rd apartment from east at southNov sent out
Nov 09, 2022Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department .. south wall, east wall, 1st closet from west at north wall ceiling in the bathroom located at apt a14, 1st story, 3rd apartment from east at southNov sent out
Nov 09, 2022Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department .. east wall in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt a14, 1st story, 3rd apartment from east at southNov sent out
Nov 09, 2022Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the foyer , the private hallway located at apt a14, 1st story, 3rd apartment from east at southNov sent out
Jul 22, 2022Section 27-2011 adm code cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the creamic tiles surface and grouted joints of visible mold at west wall around bathtub in the bathroom located at apt a9, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''west''Nov sent out
Jul 22, 2022Section 27-2005 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinly floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt a9, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''west''Nov sent out
Feb 14, 2022Section 27-2014 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint all parts at all stories, all fire escapes (total of five) at building front courtsNov sent out
Jan 25, 2022Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling and north wall in the bathroom located at apt d12, 4th story, 3rd apartment from west at north , section ''west''Nov sent out
Jan 25, 2022Section 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling, east,south and west walls inide closet at south wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt d12, 4th story, 3rd apartment from west at north , section ''west''Nov sent out
Jan 25, 2022Section 27-2011 adm code cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the ceramic tiles surface with grouted joints of visible [ mold ] at ceiling in shower stall in the bathroom located at apt d12, 4th story, 3rd apartment from west at north , section ''west''Nov sent out
Sep 30, 2021Section 27-2014 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint all fire escape at building frontNot complied with
Sep 30, 2021Section 27-2014 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint all fire escape at rear yardNot complied with
Mar 16, 2021Section 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north, east walls and ceiling in the kitchen located at apt a4, 1st story, 3rd apartment from west at north , section at eastFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Mar 16, 2021Section 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at east, south walls and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt a4, 1st story, 3rd apartment from west at north , section at eastFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Oct 20, 2020Section 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration wall erected creating adiditional room in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt a15, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at northNot complied with
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Building Ratings
Water Pressure
Water Pressure: 5
Cleanliness
Cleanliness: 3
Pest Control
Pest Control: 2
Heat
Heat: 5
Noise Levels
Noise Levels: 4
Owner Responsiveness
Owner Responsiveness: 5
Neighbors
Neighbors: 5
Garbage Management
Garbage Management: 5
Renter Recommendations
60% of renters recommend this building
60% of renters approve of this owner
Rents and Deposits
95% of renters received their security deposits back
It HAS NOT been reported if this building accepts electronic rent payments.
Reviews
2.5 stars
Building Owners Leave Something to be Desired
Former Tenant
Pros:
Overall, the updated units are (c) openigloo fa...
Cons:
I had a major water (c) openigloo damage issue ...
2.875 stars
At least it’s Rent Stabilized
Former Tenant
Pros:
Rent Stabilized
Close to trains
Nice neighborho...
Cons:
Our ceiling in our bedroom (c) openigloo has le...
Advice to owner:
Hire more help for building maintenance please!!!!
1.25 stars
Only if you're desperate
Former Tenant
Pros:
It was close to the (c) openigloo place I worked
Cons:
The management is unresponsive and (c) openiglo...
2.625 stars
Not well kept.
Former Tenant
Pros:
Quiet, lots of space, decent (c) openigloo loca...
Cons:
Theft of mail, the "laundry (c) openigloo room"...
Advice to owner:
Be accessible to tenants.
1.75 stars
You can do better
Former Tenant
Pros:
Plenty of space
Cons:
Dirty, lots of pests, broken (c) openigloo entr...
2.125 stars
415 Lefferts ave
Former Tenant
Pros:
The location and view
Cons:
The basement laundry mat has (c) openigloo peop...
Advice to owner:
Make this old ass building better and cleaner
2.625 stars
Management Doesn't Care
Former Tenant
Pros:
Apartments are big
Cons:
The management does the bare (c) openigloo mini...
Advice to owner:
Care about the building. Enforce the rules. fin...
1.875 stars
Not a good building
Former Tenant
Pros:
The hot water is hot (c) openigloo and the heat...
Cons:
The management is absolutely horrible. (c) open...
Advice to owner:
Actually listen and care for your tenants and f...