Now I know why it’s rent controlled
Pros
Cheap rent, big space, gut renovated, utilities are included
Cons
Loudest fucking neighbors that blast music so loud it rattles the entire building, stomping above, kids screaming in the hallways. The tenants definitely keep the place rent controlled, and property management is not responsive. No central AC, the water takes forever to get hot and doesn’t last long
Low-income building neglected by owners
Pros
This is a low-income building: many disabled and elderly folks who have been in the neighborhood for decades live here. Vast majority are friendly and the super works very hard with not a lot of support. Close to several bus lines and the C train.
Cons
Owners are cheap when it comes to maintenance. One resident (2nd floor) is a misogynist and homophobe and harasses queer and trans tenants and guests. Sound from neighboring buildings echos weirdly and loudly, especially summer can be extremely loud.
Advice to the owners
Hire appropriate maintenance staff for plumbing, electrical, appliances. Residents here deserve clean common areas
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