970 Gates Avenue,Brooklyn, NY 11221
8 Units
•Built in 1899
•5 Floors
•Rent Stabilized Units: Unknown
Good Cause Eviction: Yes
Evictions: 0
Litigation History: No
1 Year Bedbug History: No
Pet Friendly: Unknown
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Renters Recommendations
-- of renters recommend this building
-- of renters approve of this owner
Review Summary for 970 Gates Avenue
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Recent tenant reviews for 970 Gates Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11221 express mixed sentiments. Tenants appreciate the cleanliness, garbage management, and neighborly environment. However, issues with unresponsive landlords, theft incidents, and limited security measures are concerning. The building features like rooftop access, laundry facilities, and proximity to public transit are highlighted positively. Improvements in landlord responsiveness and security protocols are suggested to enhance tenant experience. Some reviewers did not recommend the building due to landlord behavior and security concerns, despite the positive aspects of the property.
Reviews (4)
2.75 stars
5 months ago
Landlord Deducted Big Fee (From Security Deposit) for Normal Wear and Tear
Former Tenant
Pros:
- Things inside the unit looked pretty new.
Cons:
- The landlord took a long time to respond and fix issues in the apartment.
- The power went out in every unit in the building because FDNY turned off the power. No news from management for HOURS despite me calling the landlord multiple times.
- Porch pirate: ongoing issues with stolen packages.
- Small space
- Extremely small closet space
- No elevators
- 2 bedrooms: there were no windows in the living room and kitchen.
- The flexed room I was in had doors that did not close properly, especially in the summer when things expand, they did not fully close.
*** PLEASE READ:
- The landlord deducted $750 from our security deposit. I told the landlord that painting and minor wall scuffs/stains are considered normal wear and tear under NY law and that he must provide evidence of damage requiring more than standard repainting. We also cleaned the apartment before moving out —$750 is an unreasonable amount.
- The power went out in every unit in the building because FDNY turned off the power. No news from management for HOURS despite me calling the landlord multiple times.
- Porch pirate: ongoing issues with stolen packages.
- Small space
- Extremely small closet space
- No elevators
- 2 bedrooms: there were no windows in the living room and kitchen.
- The flexed room I was in had doors that did not close properly, especially in the summer when things expand, they did not fully close.
*** PLEASE READ:
- The landlord deducted $750 from our security deposit. I told the landlord that painting and minor wall scuffs/stains are considered normal wear and tear under NY law and that he must provide evidence of damage requiring more than standard repainting. We also cleaned the apartment before moving out —$750 is an unreasonable amount.
Advice to owner:
Do not take advantage of your tenants. Do better.
3.88 stars
Over 3 years ago
Small Two bedroom apartment
Former Tenant
Pros:
Everything was brand new, all appliances were very nice and never had any issues nor malfunctions.
Cons:
Place was small, could here neighbors easily, owner wasn’t always responsive.
Packages were stolen from the inside a few times., including my roommates.
Packages were stolen from the inside a few times., including my roommates.
Advice to owner:
Get better security for the apartment
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Rents and Deposits
-- of renters received their security deposits back
It dummy text been reported if this building dummy electronic rent payments.
Open Violations
Only open violations from the last 10 years.
Data last updated 7 days ago.
The average number of violations per unit at 970 Gates Avenue is better than the city.
BUILDING AVERAGE:
0.12 violations per unit
NEW YORK CITY AVERAGE:
0.81 violation per unit
Non-hazardous
0
class A
i.e. no peephole on a door, or no street # on the building, unlawful keeping of animals
MOST RECENT:
No violation found...
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Hazardous
1
class B
i.e. smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways
MOST RECENT:
Jan 21, 2020: § 27-2005 admin. code: properly repair the broken or defective mechanical vent at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt unitgl, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
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Immediately hazardous
0
class C
i.e. rodents, pest, mold, inadequate heat or hot water, defective building parts
MOST RECENT:
No violation found...
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Missing information/filings
0
class I
Missing or non-compliant with administrative information orders or filings
MOST RECENT:
No violation found...
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Property Owners and Associates
G
970 Gates Ave LLC
3.9(4)
Corporate Owner•
1 Property•8 UnitsLitigation History: No
Evictions: 0
S
Solomon Weiss
3.9(4)
Head Officer•
1 Property•8 UnitsLitigation History: No
Evictions: 0
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