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179 Linden Boulevard
Flatbush

179 Linden Boulevard,
Brooklyn, NY 11226

76 Units

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Built in 1926

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6 Floors

3.5(9)
Rent Stabilized Units: Yes
Good Cause Eviction: Yes
Evictions: 8
Litigation History: Yes
1 Year Bedbug History: No
Pet Friendly: Yes
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    -- of renters approve of this owner
    Review Summary for 179 Linden Boulevard
    Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on openigloo.
    Recent tenant reviews for 179 Linden Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY 11226, highlight mixed opinions. While some value the well-maintained amenities, the responsiveness of management, and the caring atmosphere, others express concerns about pests, security issues, and noise disturbances from neighbors. The building's cleanliness varies, and maintenance issues like leaking ceilings and stolen packages are recurring problems. Despite the building's potential, there are suggestions for improved security measures, better maintenance, and increased communication with tenants to enhance the overall living experience. The diverse neighborhood offerings and transportation accessibility are considered positive aspects, making it a suitable choice for some renters.

    Reviews (9)

    Over 1 year ago
    Good place to live
    Former Tenant
    Pros:
    Quiet, large Apts, bike rack
    Cons:
    Building composting bin not around anymore
    Advice to owner:
    Compost bin
    Over 1 year ago
    Good apartments size , building has potential
    Former Tenant
    Pros:
    - Amazon Box to store packages safely
    - Good heating
    - The apartments are big!
    Cons:
    - They still steal packages even though there are cameras
    - The garbage issue causes rat + roaches in apartments
    - Neighbors constantly have loud music on
    - Smoking in lobby
    - porter comes occasionally and cleans lobby
    - people will pee in the staircase
    - apartments are outdated because landlord doesn’t want to pay to update
    Advice to owner:
    Clean up the building frequently, handle the garbage

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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 179 Linden Boulevard is worse than the city .
    BUILDING AVERAGE:
    1.42 violations per unit
    NEW YORK CITY AVERAGE:
    0.81 violation per unit
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    Non-hazardous
    20
    class A
    i.e. no peephole on a door, or no street # on the building, unlawful keeping of animals
    MOST RECENT:
    Sep 22, 2025: § 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the foyer , the bathroom , the 2nd private hallway , the 4th room from east, the 1st room from east, the kitchen located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
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    Hazardous
    63
    class B
    i.e. smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways
    MOST RECENT:
    Oct 28, 2025: § 27-2017.3 hmc: trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north original violation 18057050 issued 28-jun-25 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
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    Immediately hazardous
    25
    class C
    i.e. rodents, pest, mold, inadequate heat or hot water, defective building parts
    MOST RECENT:
    Oct 20, 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 latch at vestibule , 1st story
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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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    Linden 179 LLC
    3.5(9)
    Corporate Owner•
    1 Property•76 Units
    Litigation History: Yes
    Evictions: 7
    Y
    Yechiel Weinberger
    3(74)
    Agent•
    56 Properties•2770 Units
    Litigation History: Yes
    Evictions: 178

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