Cockroach infested
Pros
I could hear everyone else in the building and saw giant cockroaches at least once a week
Cons
bugs, noise, rats outside
Cheap and cheap looking
Pros
Great location & large rooms
Cons
No heating, no windows in main living area, needing massive renovations, no building upkeep and maintenance, landlord had no contract with tenants, verbal agreement to pay month to month you’ll get your security deposit back once you’ve found a replacement to fill the room
Advice to the owners
Sell it to a better manager or renovate correctly