What do tenants say about Brien Ellison?

Brien Ellison has an average tenant rating of 2.9 out of 5 across 27 reviews.

How many violations does Brien Ellison have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Brien Ellison average 0.25 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Brien Ellison?

15% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Brien Ellison would recommend living there.

Has Brien Ellison had any litigation cases?

Brien Ellison has 8 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Is Brien Ellison on the worst landlords list?

Brien Ellison has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Has Brien Ellison had any evictions?

Brien Ellison has 51 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

How many buildings does Brien Ellison own or manage?

Brien Ellison owns or manages 1 building totalling 467 units.

Is Brien Ellison responsive to tenants?

19% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Brien Ellison approve of how it is run.

Brien Ellison

Site Manager·1 building·467 units

2.9

27 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Brien Ellison

Brien Ellison is a mixed-profile site manager. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 2.9/5 across 27 reviews, with 15% recommending their buildings and 19% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 51 evictions, 117 open violations, and 8 litigation cases. Data last updated September 13, 2026. Brien Ellison is a site manager associated with 1 building and 467 units across Flatbush in Brooklyn. The portfolio is concentrated in Flatbush in Brooklyn. The building was built in 2017 and is classified as a high-rise. All of the associated units have rent-stabilized apartments. Prospective renters can find building-level ratings, reviews, and open-data records on the associated building pages.

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Tenant reviews for buildings managed by Brien Ellison reveal a mixed experience overall. On one hand, several residents praise the amenities, including a clean environment and responsive maintenance in some instances. However, a significant number of reviews express serious concerns regarding management's responsiveness and a lack of basic maintenance, particularly in addressing pest issues and maintaining elevators. Issues with cleanliness and garbage management have also been frequently noted. While some tenants appreciate the friendly staff and community vibe, many feel the buildings fall short of their luxury claims, leading to a general recommendation to cautiously consider options.

Reviews

Former tenant·just now

Near excellent living experience

Pros

The package concierge, access to gym, swimming pool, sauna, business center, lounges and play areas. The views, the appliances

Cons

The elevators are slow and run into issues often

Advice to the owners

Replacing the elevators and making the fobs function faster and better will result in a better experience

Former tenant·2 weeks ago

They have roaches

Pros

Big units, great amenities

Cons

Roaches Roaches Roaches

Advice to the owners

Pest control ASAP

Buildings associated with Brien Ellison

Rent-stabilized
123 Linden Blvd
2.9(27)
Flatbush

Rent-stabilized

123 Linden Blvd

2.9(27)

Flatbush

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 average0.25Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

28Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

71Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

18Class 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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Brien Ellison

Site Manager·1 building·467 units

2.9

27 reviews

Brien Ellison

Highlights

About Brien Ellison

Renter recommendations

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Review summary

Reviews

Near excellent living experience

Pros

Cons

Advice to the owners

They have roaches

Pros

Cons

Advice to the owners

Buildings associated with Brien Ellison

123 Linden Blvd

123 Linden Blvd

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