What do tenants say about Jacob Brach?

Jacob Brach has an average tenant rating of 3.7 out of 5 across 4 reviews.

How many violations does Jacob Brach have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Jacob Brach average 0.09 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Jacob Brach?

100% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Jacob Brach would recommend living there.

How many buildings does Jacob Brach own or manage?

Jacob Brach owns or manages 2 buildings totalling 53 units.

Is Jacob Brach responsive to tenants?

100% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Jacob Brach approve of how it is run.

Has Jacob Brach had any litigation cases?

Jacob Brach has 1 housing court litigation case across their portfolio.

Is Jacob Brach on the worst landlords list?

Jacob Brach has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Has Jacob Brach had any evictions?

Jacob Brach has no recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Jacob Brach

Agent·2 buildings·53 units

3.7

4 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Jacob Brach

Jacob Brach is a mixed-profile agent. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.7/5 across 4 reviews, with 100% recommending their buildings and 100% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 0 evictions, 5 open violations, and 1 litigation case. Data last updated August 12, 2026. Associated with 2 buildings and 53 units across Brooklyn, Jacob Brach is an agent responsible for a portfolio that spans construction eras from the 1900s to the 2000s, reflecting multiple generations of development. The portfolio is concentrated in Williamsburg in Brooklyn. The buildings are primarily mid-rise. All of the associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments. Prospective renters can find building-level ratings, reviews, and open-data records on the associated building pages.

Renter recommendations

Renters recommend associated buildings

Renters approve of this owner or associate

Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Tenant feedback for buildings managed by Jacob Brach reveals generally well-maintained properties with strong heating/AC systems and good neighborly atmospheres. Residents appreciate natural light and quiet surroundings, as well as friendly and long-term neighbors. However, some issues persist such as occasional pest sightings, poor ventilation leading to lingering odors, low water pressure, and inconsistent owner responsiveness. While many tenants approve of the owner and recommend the buildings, a recurring suggestion is for management to address maintenance concerns more promptly and improve communication. Overall, expect solid building features tempered by occasional need for quicker management action.

Reviews

Former tenant·3 hours ago

Summer Sublet Stay

Pros

Lots of natural light, strong central heating/AC, and located on a quiet street.

Cons

Roaches sometimes spotted and ventilation isn't the best so mold and cooking smell stay around.

Former tenant·Over 3 years ago

Pretty good friendly people

Pros

People stay a long time and are chill and friendly. It’s pretty standard and not tons of issues. Elevator works well and laundry is decent

Cons

Sometimes loud parties and owners could be more responsive at times

Advice to the owners

None

Buildings associated with JACOB BRACH

Rent-stabilized

65 South 11 Street

3.9(2)

Williamsburg

Rent-stabilized

160 Scholes Street

3.4(2)

Williamsburg

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 average0.09Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

2Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

3Class 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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Jacob Brach

Agent·2 buildings·53 units

3.7

4 reviews