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305 Ocean Avenue
Prospect Lefferts Gardens

305 Ocean Avenue,
Brooklyn, NY 11225

72 Units

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Built in 1924

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6 Floors

2.5(8)
Rent Stabilized Units: Yes
Good Cause Eviction: Yes
Evictions: 0
Litigation History: Yes
1 Year Bedbug History: No
Pet Friendly: Yes
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    Renters Recommendations

    -- of renters recommend this building

    -- of renters approve of this owner
    Review Summary for 305 Ocean Avenue
    Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on openigloo.
    Recent reviews for 305 Ocean Avenue emphasize its prime location near Prospect Park and convenient transit options, making it attractive for city access. Tenants appreciate friendly neighbors and a hardworking superintendent. However, persistent issues include poor cleanliness of common areas, ongoing pest problems (notably roaches and occasional rodents), and slow or unresponsive management. Many renters report dissatisfaction with maintenance delays, lack of building amenities like bike storage or secure package areas, and noisy surroundings due to proximity to busy intersections. While some recommend the building for location and affordability, overall management shortcomings and building upkeep remain key concerns for residents.

    Reviews (8)

    Over 1 year ago
    Good location, reasonable rate
    Former Tenant
    Pros:
    Right by the park, right by the train and easy to get into the city. Flatbush is a delightful neighborhood and so is PLG. The super is great and friendly.
    Cons:
    Common areas in the building are not cleaned regularly. Definitely a cockroach problem.
    Over 2 years ago
    Short term sublet
    Former Tenant
    Pros:
    Location to prospect park and the Q is unmatched
    Cons:
    Hallways were very dirty, elevator was slow but not too bad. Right next to a major intersection.
    Available Listings In 305 Ocean Avenue
    STUDIO:
    0 units
    1 BED:
    1 units
    2+ BEDS:
    0 units

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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 6 hours ago.
    The average number of violations per unit at 305 Ocean Avenue is better than the city.
    BUILDING AVERAGE:
    0.41 violations per unit
    NEW YORK CITY AVERAGE:
    0.81 violation per unit
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    Non-hazardous
    7
    class A
    i.e. no peephole on a door, or no street # on the building, unlawful keeping of animals
    MOST RECENT:
    Sep 16, 2025: § 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a stop at top of guide rods so as to prevent removal of dropladder 1st stack from north at west at building front at fire escape
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    Hazardous
    14
    class B
    i.e. smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways
    MOST RECENT:
    Jul 06, 2025: § 27-2005 hmc: properly repair or replace the broken or defective upper window sash counetr balance, 2nd window from north at east in the 4th room from north located at apt f5, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
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    Immediately hazardous
    9
    class C
    i.e. rodents, pest, mold, inadequate heat or hot water, defective building parts
    MOST RECENT:
    Apr 22, 2025: hmc adm code: § 27-2017.4 abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt b4, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
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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
    R
    Robin Gallant
    3.1(80)
    Head Officer•
    23 Properties•1218 Units
    Litigation History: Yes
    Evictions: 44
    S
    Smrc Mgmt
    3.2(18)
    Corporate Owner•
    10 Properties•423 Units
    Litigation History: Yes
    Evictions: 18
    E
    Edwin Alvarado
    2.5(8)
    Site Manager•
    1 Property•72 Units
    Litigation History: Yes
    Evictions: 0
    G
    Glen Viechweg
    2.5(8)
    Agent•
    1 Property•72 Units
    Litigation History: Yes
    Evictions: 0

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