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199 Java Street
Greenpoint

199 Java Street,
Brooklyn, NY 11222

6 Units

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Built in 1931

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3 Floors

2.6(3)
Rent Stabilized Units: Unknown
Evictions: 0
Litigation History: Yes
1 Year Bedbug History: No
Pet Friendly: Yes
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    -- of renters approve of this owner
    Review Summary for 199 Java Street
    Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on openigloo.
    Recent reviews for 199 JAVA STREET, Brooklyn, NY 11222 paint a mixed picture. Positive aspects include proactive management for repairs and pest control. However, common complaints revolve around thin walls, noisy neighbors, and heating issues. Some tenants praise the convenient local amenities, while others express concerns about building violations and flood hazards. Suggestions include prompt repairs, better insulation, and consistent maintenance. Despite differing opinions, it seems the building's location and responsive management stand out amidst ongoing challenges.

    Reviews (3)

    Over 1 year ago
    Really great management
    Former Tenant
    Pros:
    Management was always very on top of repairs and issues.
    Cons:
    Like most buildings in Greenpoint, the walls are thin. So, you sometimes can hear your neighbors.
    Advice to owner:
    N/A
    Over 3 years ago
    Nope this is not worth it
    Former Tenant
    Pros:
    I've only seen a few bugs.
    Cons:
    Dirty building. Paper thin walls. Weird constantly changing loud tenants. No heat or hot water for days at a time.
    Advice to owner:
    A coat of paint and a few more trash cans would do wonders…

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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 5 days ago.
    The average number of violations per unit at 199 Java Street is worse than the city .
    BUILDING AVERAGE:
    7.16 violations per unit
    NEW YORK CITY AVERAGE:
    0.81 violation per unit
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    Non-hazardous
    6
    class A
    i.e. no peephole on a door, or no street # on the building, unlawful keeping of animals
    MOST RECENT:
    Jun 10, 2025: (a) § hmc:file annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.
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    Hazardous
    36
    class B
    i.e. smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways
    MOST RECENT:
    Oct 05, 2018: § 27-2046.1 hmc: repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
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    Immediately hazardous
    1
    class C
    i.e. rodents, pest, mold, inadequate heat or hot water, defective building parts
    MOST RECENT:
    Jan 22, 2025: § 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 hmc, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( c) mdl and 28 rcny §25-171: replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
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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
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    Michael Medovoy
    3.7(4)
    Head Officer•
    3 Properties•22 Units
    Litigation History: Yes
    Evictions: 0
    M
    Mln Java LLC
    2.6(3)
    Corporate Owner•
    1 Property•6 Units
    Litigation History: Yes
    Evictions: 0
    M
    Mln LLC
    4.1(5)
    Corporate Owner•
    6 Properties•34 Units
    Litigation History: Yes
    Evictions: 0
    L
    Lewis Friedman
    2.6(3)
    Shareholder•
    1 Property•6 Units
    Litigation History: Yes
    Evictions: 0

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