248 Hancock Street,Brooklyn, NY 11216
14 Units
•Built in 1889
•4 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 248 Hancock Street
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Recent reviews of 248 Hancock Street highlight a well-maintained, clean building in a vibrant Brooklyn neighborhood. Residents appreciate the friendly, artsy neighbors and a helpful super on-site. Apartments are described as cozy with modern appliances and generally quiet, though some note thin walls and occasional noise from neighbors. Heating is usually effective, and water pressure is strong. Garbage management is praised, but pest control remains a concern, specifically with water bugs. The absence of laundry facilities is noted as a downside. Owner responsiveness varies but is mostly positive. Overall, the building is recommended for its location and community vibe, though improvements in pest control and laundry amenities would enhance resident satisfaction.
Reviews (3)
3.75 stars
1 month ago
Charming building for starters
Former Tenant
Pros:
Super is in the building and very friendly and helpful
Neighbors are nice, artsy types that stick to themselves but are nice
Building is in great area with lots nearby
Neighbors are nice, artsy types that stick to themselves but are nice
Building is in great area with lots nearby
Cons:
Walls are a bit thin so I can hear my neighbors conversations and water bugs are an issue
4.5 stars
Over 1 year ago
very nice place
Former Tenant
Pros:
Cozy 1 bedroom w/ up-to-date appliances, enjoyed my sublet
Cons:
quiet but noise next door neighbors can be overheard occasionally
Building Ratings
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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 248 Hancock Street is better than the city.
BUILDING AVERAGE:
0 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
0
class B
i.e. smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways
MOST RECENT:
No violation found...
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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
H
248 Hancock Corporation
4.3(3)
Corporate Owner•
2 Properties•34 UnitsLitigation History: Yes
Evictions: 0
J
James Fox
4.3(3)
Site Manager•
1 Property•14 UnitsLitigation History: No
Evictions: 0
T
Thomas Solimeo
4.3(3)
Agent•
1 Property•14 UnitsLitigation History: No
Evictions: 0
J
John Russo
4.3(3)
Shareholder•
2 Properties•34 UnitsLitigation History: Yes
Evictions: 0
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