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Bill Brake

Head Officer·11 buildings·283 units
4.9

5 reviews

Highlights

3
Evictions
3
Litigation cases

About Bill Brake

Bill Brake is a well-regarded and reliable head officer. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 4.9/5 across 5 reviews, with 100% recommending their buildings and 75% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 3 evictions, 11 open violations, and 3 litigation cases. Data last updated July 28, 2026. Associated with 11 buildings and 283 units across Manhattan, Bill Brake is a Head Officer responsible for a portfolio that spans construction eras from the 2000s to the 2000s. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods across Manhattan, including West Village, Hell's Kitchen, and Tribeca. The buildings are primarily high-rise. About one third of the associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments. Building-level ratings, reviews, and open-data records are available on the associated building pages.

Renter recommendations

-%

Renters recommend associated buildings

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Renters approve of this owner or associate

Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent tenant reviews of buildings managed by Bill Brake emphasize well-maintained and clean properties with attentive, friendly staff and strong community vibes. Residents commend the quiet neighborhoods, excellent garbage and pest management, and modern amenities such as rooftop views and good water pressure. Timely responsiveness from management is generally appreciated, although some tenants have experienced delays with deposit returns and occasional construction disruptions. While some buildings undergo renovations, upkeep is consistent, fostering a family-friendly environment. Overall, tenants recommend these buildings for their comfort, reliable management, and convenient locations near amenities.

Reviews

Former tenant·Over 2 years ago

Great location by the water

Pros

Location by the west side highway Great roof with views of the water Good community Excellent staff Modern amenities

Cons

Thin walls Gym is a bit small

Former tenant·Over 4 years ago

Great building

Pros

Super clean, best doormen

Cons

Construction going on

Buildings associated with BILL BRAKE

  • 66 Bethune Street
    Good cause

    66 Bethune Street

    West Village

  • 64 Bethune Street
    Good cause

    64 Bethune Street

    West Village

  • 60 Bethune Street
    Good cause

    60 Bethune Street

    West Village

  • 68 Bethune Street
    Good cause

    68 Bethune Street

    West Village

66 Bethune Street
Good cause

66 Bethune Street

West Village

64 Bethune Street
Good cause

64 Bethune Street

West Village

60 Bethune Street
Good cause

60 Bethune Street

West Village

68 Bethune Street
Good cause

68 Bethune Street

West Village

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

Open violations

From past 10 years · Updated 5 days ago

Average violations per unit for this owner or associate is better than the city average.

Owner average0.01Violations per unit
NYC average0.81Violations per unit
0Class C
Immediately hazardous

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

7Class B
Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

4Class 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

FAQs

Bill Brake has an average tenant rating of 4.9 out of 5 across 5 reviews.

Buildings managed by Bill Brake average 0.01 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

100% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Bill Brake would recommend living there.

Bill Brake has 3 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Bill Brake owns or manages 11 buildings totalling 283 units.

75% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Bill Brake approve of how it is run.

Bill Brake has 3 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Bill Brake has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

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Bill Brake

Head Officer·11 buildings·283 units
4.9

5 reviews

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