249 Jefferson Street,Brooklyn, NY 11237
8 Units
•Built in 1931
•4 Floors
•Rent Stabilized Units: Unknown
Good Cause Eviction: Yes
Evictions: 0
Litigation History: Yes
1 Year Bedbug History: No
Pet Friendly: Unknown
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Review Summary for 249 Jefferson Street
Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on openigloo.
Recent reviews highlight mixed feedback about 249 Jefferson Street, Brooklyn. Tenants appreciate the convenient subway access, stunning views, and desirable location. However, concerns arise regarding the landlord's unreliability in returning security deposits, with multiple renters reporting similar issues. Despite this, positive aspects include a clean environment, good heat, and friendly management. Suggestions for improvement include better garbage management and pest control. Overall, the building appeals to young renters seeking a vibrant community, but caution is advised regarding deposit refunds and landlord interactions.
Open Violations
Only open violations from the last 10 years.
Data last updated 1 week ago.
BUILDING AVERAGE:
2.75 violations per unit
NEW YORK CITY AVERAGE:
0.81 violation per unit
The average number of violations per unit at 249 Jefferson Street is worse than the city .
Non-hazardous
11
class A
i.e. no peephole on a door, or no street # on the building, unlawful keeping of animals
MOST RECENT:
Apr 10, 2024: (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
8
class B
i.e. smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways
MOST RECENT:
Feb 20, 2022: § 27-2005 adm code repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 4b, 4th 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:
Nov 06, 2015: section 27-2033 adm code post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system .. at public hall, 1st story
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Missing information/filings
2
class I
Missing or non-compliant with administrative information orders or filings
MOST RECENT:
Nov 29, 2024: §27-2107 adm code owner failed to file a valid registration statement with the department as required by adm code §27-2097 and is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
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Property Owners and Associates
G
Greene Realty Holdings LLC
2.8(7)
Agent•
Corporate Owner•
2 Properties•14 UnitsLitigation History: Yes
Evictions: 1
H
Herman Jac
2.8(7)
Site Manager•
Head Officer•
2 Properties•14 UnitsLitigation History: Yes
Evictions: 1
J
249 Jefferson Street LLC
2.8(7)
Agent•
Corporate Owner•
2 Properties•14 UnitsLitigation History: Yes
Evictions: 1
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Renter Recommendations
--% of renters recommend this building
--% of renters approve of this owner
Rents and Deposits
-- of renters received their security deposits back
It HAS NOT been reported if this building accepts electronic rent payments.
Reviews (5)
4.12 stars
Over 2 years ago
Good stay three months
Former Tenant
Pros:
Conveniently close to subway station
Cons:
Not to good smell at the entrance
2.25 stars
Over 3 years ago
Landlord is a thief
Former Tenant
Pros:
Quite with a good view of the city.
Cons:
Landlord is a thief and has not given us back our deposit from 3 years ago. Even after he was ordered to do so by a judge.
Advice to owner:
Stop stealing people's money.
3.5 stars
Over 3 years ago
Landlord stinks; nice property though
Former Tenant
Pros:
Amazing rooftop view. Small but effective living space.
Cons:
People don’t clean up after themselves on the rooftop and there is a lot of vandalization. But worst of all, the landlord will NOT give you back your security deposit. If you’re living here make sure you don’t pay the last months rent.
2.12 stars
Over 3 years ago
Won’t get your security deposit back
Former Tenant
Pros:
It was a nice area.
Great rooftop unless you live underneath it.
Great rooftop unless you live underneath it.
Cons:
The LL will not refund your security deposit even if you go to small claims court. Zip management/ 249 Jefferson LLC / Herman Jacobos will just ghost you and make up fake charges even if you have video and photo documentation of what the apt looked like at move in and move out.
I knew 3 other tenants during my time there that all experienced the same issue despite there being a rental law specifically addressing this issue.
Apts cost the same as better apts - better meaning more space, better lighting, etc
3B is an illegally modified room as one “bedroom” doesn’t have a window.
I knew 3 other tenants during my time there that all experienced the same issue despite there being a rental law specifically addressing this issue.
Apts cost the same as better apts - better meaning more space, better lighting, etc
3B is an illegally modified room as one “bedroom” doesn’t have a window.
Advice to owner:
That they should stop breaking the law and return people’s security deposits.
3.75 stars
Over 3 years ago
Its a great building to live in your 20’s
Former Tenant
Pros:
Location,
Nice backyard,
Nice rooftop,
Fair management,
Nice backyard,
Nice rooftop,
Fair management,
Cons:
Neighbor’s party too much,
Security cameras didn’t work
Security cameras didn’t work
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