Would renters recommend 281 Union Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11211?

34% of tenants who reviewed 281 Union Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11211 would recommend living here.

How responsive is management at 281 Union Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11211?

34% of tenants who reviewed 281 Union Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11211 approve of the building's owner or management.

Does 281 Union Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11211 have any open violations?

This building has 1 open violation.

Who owns or manages 281 Union Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11211?

281 Union Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11211 is owned or managed by Plaza Management Usa.

How noisy is 281 Union Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11211?

Tenants rated noise levels above average at this building.

Is 281 Union Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11211 good cause eviction protected?

281 Union Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11211 is not covered by good cause eviction protections.

In the past year, did any apartments in 281 Union Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11211 have bedbug infestations?

In the past year, this building had 1 report of a bedbug infestation.

Which neighborhood does 281 Union Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11211 fall under?

In the neighborhood Williamsburg, New York.

Is 281 Union Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11211 rent-stabilized?

281 Union Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11211 has rent-stabilized units.

NYC buildings Brooklyn Williamsburg281 Union Avenue

281 Union Avenue

Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY 11211

33 units·7 floors·Built in 2013

3.6

3 reviews

Rent-stabilized apartments

This building has apartments that entitle you to a renewal and limited rent increases.

Highlights

Evictions

Open violations

Litigation cases

Bedbug history

About 281 Union Avenue

281 Union Avenue is a modestly reviewed but soundly run building. Tenants rate it 3.6/5 across 3 reviews, with 34% recommending it and 34% approving of the owner. It records 0 evictions, 1 open violation, and 3 litigation cases. Data last updated October 17, 2026. Located at 281 Union Avenue in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, this building has 7 floors and 33 units. Built in 2013 and managed by Plaza Management USA, this building has apartments that entitle you to a renewal and limited rent increases. The Williamsburg neighborhood is a mixed-use area of Brooklyn, known for its diversity and artistic community. The M, J, G, Z, and L subway lines are nearby, providing convenient access throughout Brooklyn and into Manhattan. Renters can review this building's ratings, reviews, and public records here.

Renter recommendations

Renters recommend this building

Renters approve of the building's owners

Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent tenant feedback about 281 Union Avenue, Brooklyn reveals a mixed experience. Highlights include the building's cleanliness, good neighborly vibe, and strong water pressure. Many appreciate responsive management and pest-free living. However, issues like inconsistent heating and maintenance, coupled with high rent, have caused frustration. Some renters also mentioned elevator problems and a lack of owner responsiveness in urgent matters. While some residents recommend the building for its location and amenities, significant concerns about management and heating persist, suggesting potential renters should weigh these factors carefully.

Reviews of 281 Union Avenue

Former tenant·just now

Loved living here

Pros

Clean, good neighbors, close to everything, no pests

Cons

1br rent prices are pretty high

Former tenant·Over 4 years ago

Worst building I've ever lived in

Pros

Looks nice from the outside

Cons

Get used to the stairs because the elevator doesn't work. The electrical system is totally broken. HVAC rarely works, but prepare for $1,000 ConEd bills b/c something is using the power. Owner couldn't be bothered to provide keys upon move-in. Doesn't respond to building issues.

Advice to the owners

I loathe you

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Rents and deposits

Renters received their security deposits back

Electronic rent payments

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Open violations

From past 10 years · Updated 5 days ago

Average violations per unit in this building is better than the city average.

Building average0.03Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

0Class C

Immediately hazardous

Rodents, pest, mold, inadequate heat or hot water, defective building parts

1Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

0Class A

Non-hazardous

No peephole on a door, no street number on the building, unlawful keeping of animals

0Class I

Missing info

Missing or non-compliant with administrative information orders or filings

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NYC buildings Brooklyn Williamsburg281 Union Avenue

281 Union Avenue

Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY 11211

33 units·7 floors·Built in 2013

3.6

3 reviews

Rent-stabilized apartments

This building has apartments that entitle you to a renewal and limited rent increases.

Highlights

Evictions

Open violations

Litigation cases

Bedbug history

About 281 Union Avenue

Renter recommendations

Renters recommend this building

Renters approve of the building's owners

Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Reviews of 281 Union Avenue

Former tenant·just now

Loved living here

Pros

Clean, good neighbors, close to everything, no pests

Cons

1br rent prices are pretty high

Former tenant·Over 4 years ago

Worst building I've ever lived in

Pros

Looks nice from the outside

Cons

Advice to the owners

I loathe you

Building ratings

Cleanliness

Trash management

Pest control

Water pressure

Heat

Neighbors

Noise levels

Owner responsiveness

Cleanliness

Trash management

Pest control

Water pressure

Heat

Neighbors

Noise levels

Owner responsiveness

Rents and deposits

Renters received their security deposits back

Electronic rent payments

Photos of 281 Union Avenue

Open violations

From past 10 years · Updated 5 days ago

Average violations per unit in this building is better than the city average.

Building average0.03Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

0Class C

Immediately hazardous

Rodents, pest, mold, inadequate heat or hot water, defective building parts

1Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

0Class A

Non-hazardous

No peephole on a door, no street number on the building, unlawful keeping of animals

0Class I

Missing info

Missing or non-compliant with administrative information orders or filings

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Building owners and associates

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Chaim Cohen
3.6(3)
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1 building
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Aryeh Baraban
3.9(28)
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10 buildings
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Bruce Ratner
3.7(31)
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13 buildings
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Jacob Bernat
3.6(3)
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1 building

Chaim Cohen

3.6(3)

1 building

Aryeh Baraban

3.9(28)

10 buildings

Bruce Ratner

3.7(31)

13 buildings

Jacob Bernat

3.6(3)

1 building

281 Union Avenue

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What this building's record says

Building owners and associates

Chaim Cohen

Aryeh Baraban

Bruce Ratner

Jacob Bernat

Chaim Cohen

Aryeh Baraban

Bruce Ratner

Jacob Bernat