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Seward Park Housing Corp

Corporate Owner

6 Properties

1727 Units

Evictions: 7
Litigation History: Yes
Review Summary for Seward Park Housing Corp
Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on openigloo.
Recent tenant reviews highlight buildings managed by SEWARD PARK HOUSING CORP in Manhattan's LES. Residents appreciate the convenient locations, spacious units, and responsive management. Positive aspects include well-managed cleanliness, effective garbage disposal, strong heating, and good neighbor relations. However, pest control issues and occasional noise disturbances have been mentioned. Some buildings have lengthy coop processes and high fees, while others face pest problems. Overall, tenants approve of the owner and recommend staying in the buildings, especially for those seeking a vibrant LES lifestyle with charming amenities.
Open Violations
Only open violations from the last 10 years.
Data last updated 1 week ago.
BUILDING AVERAGE:
Less than 0.01 violations per unit
NEW YORK CITY AVERAGE:
0.81 violation per unit
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Non-hazardous
8
class A
i.e. no peephole on a door, or no street # on the building, unlawful keeping of animals
MOST RECENT:
Jan 26, 2020: § 27-2005 adm code refit door in the entrance located at apt a1602, 16th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''bldg-668''
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Hazardous
1
class B
i.e. smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways
MOST RECENT:
Jan 26, 2020: § 27-2046.1 hmc: repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt a1602, 16th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''bldg-668''
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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 01, 2017: § 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 - missing at public hall, 1st story
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Missing information/filings
1
class I
Missing or non-compliant with administrative information orders or filings
MOST RECENT:
Nov 22, 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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391 Grand Street, Manhattan, NY 10002
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Building Ratings

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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 (4)

3 minutes ago
Seward Park Coop
Former Tenant
Pros:
LES location, doorman, laundry room, large units
Cons:
Onerous subletting process
Over 1 year ago
Nice location in LES
Former Tenant
Pros:
Great location and nice apartments in a LES
Cons:
Lots of rats in the front building grass
Over 1 year ago
Co-op Renter 3 Bedroom
Former Tenant
Pros:
The building has a doorman and is away from the hustle and bustle of the lower east side. Apartments are large and the location is great.
Cons:
The building is fairly old and some renovations to apartments should be made.
Over 3 years ago
High fees well managed
Former Tenant
Pros:
Well maintained, older but more space
Cons:
Lengthy coop process and higher fees for app
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