Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on openigloo.
Recent reviews for 475 Dean Street, Brooklyn highlight various issues. Roach infestations, hot water problems, and security concerns have been reported, affecting tenant satisfaction negatively. Management is criticized for negligence,disorganization, and poor communication. However, positive aspects include a great location, friendly staff, and amenities. Suggestions for improvement focus on better pest control, maintenance, and management responsiveness. Overall, the building shows potential but struggles due to management issues. Residents appreciate the staff's friendliness but desire better management practices for an enhanced living experience in this non-rent stabilized building.
i.e. no peephole on a door, or no street # on the building, unlawful keeping of animals
MOST RECENT:
Oct 28, 2024: § 27-2017.3 hmc: trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 square feet at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 811, 8th story, 1st apartment from south at west
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Hazardous
37
class B
i.e. smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways
MOST RECENT:
Dec 27, 2024: § 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 811, 8th story, 1st apartment from south at west
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Immediately hazardous
39
class C
i.e. rodents, pest, mold, inadequate heat or hot water, defective building parts
MOST RECENT:
Jan 19, 2025: hmc adm code: § 27-2017.4 abate the infestation consisting of roaches at public hall, 5th 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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--% of renters recommend this building
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-- of renters received their security deposits back
It HAS NOT been reported if this building accepts electronic rent payments.
Reviews (10)
1.62 stars
6 months ago
Infestations, broken water boilers, security concerns
Former Tenant
Pros:
The location is great.
Cons:
The building has continuous roach infestations that it is struggling to combat. Tenants regularly go hours or days without any hot water. On numerous occasions, homeless people have slept inside the lobby.
Advice to owner:
Staffing one community manager to a building with 304 units is an unsustainable organizational model. The entirety of the building needs to be fumigated, and all members of management need to be taught how to engage with tenants effectively.
2.88 stars
9 months ago
Great Location Awful Management
Former Tenant
Pros:
Great location, apartment is decently sized and has good storage. Building lounge and gym are nice.
Cons:
The current management company is negligent and unorganized. Several tenants have lapsed leases and the management office has provided leases with incorrect rent increases or start dates. The maintenance team is short staffed as well which delays basic upkeep/repair requests.
3 stars
Over 1 year ago
Great doormen. Specially George
Former Tenant
Pros:
Location Doormen Views
Cons:
The roofdeck was closed most of the time we were there
Advice to owner:
Na
4.75 stars
Over 2 years ago
Great building!
Former Tenant
Pros:
People who work here are so sweet and friendly, responsive, quick to respond!
Cons:
Management is a bit hard to get a hold of, water damage can be an issue during heavy rain seasons, gym maintenance needs to be better, and would love more communication about common areas
4.62 stars
Over 2 years ago
Nice
Former Tenant
Pros:
rent controlled luxury building
Cons:
sunlight is limited
Advice to owner:
nothing in particular
4.5 stars
Over 2 years ago
One of my better apartments in nyc
Former Tenant
Pros:
Great location, neighbors, and friendly staff. I had no pest issues, package, mail issues, etc
Cons:
My apartment wasn’t very sunny anymore once another tower building went up across the street - not a big deal but the only con I can think of
4.12 stars
Over 3 years ago
Building has potential but falls flat wth management.
Former Tenant
Pros:
Apartment quality was great. Most of the staff were nice.
Cons:
Management was not great. Move in and move out rules are ridiculous. The building was going through pretty dramatic wear and tear for the short time it’s been operating and with elevator constantly down.
Advice to owner:
Improve frequent maintenance and improve communication from management to tenants of the building.
3.12 stars
Over 3 years ago
Not horrible butt
Former Tenant
Pros:
Location, some staff
Cons:
Horrible none existent property management, rude staff who don't treat all residents the same 👀!
Advice to owner:
Train your staff, be more available! I’ve recommended 2 people to the building both have had horrible experiences with the leasing and management offices.
3.12 stars
Over 3 years ago
Medium Building in BK
Former Tenant
Pros:
New building, nice and helpful staff
Cons:
Water pressure/hot water issues, thin walls, but a decent building overall
4.5 stars
Over 3 years ago
Great building but terrible leasing management!
Former Tenant
Pros:
Clean, great staff, great location, excellent perks
Cons:
Leasing managment is impossible to get in contact with. They ignore emails and keep their door locked and will never answer. I will be leaving the builiding because if this. Hopefully i can get in touch with them to even get my deposit back!
Advice to owner:
Develop a better leasing managment system that makes sense. Use technology if you have to because your employees simply dont care and are taking advantage if you and everyone elses time.
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