What do tenants say about Ernest Mcclain?

Ernest Mcclain has an average tenant rating of 3.0 out of 5 across 5 reviews.

How many violations does Ernest Mcclain have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Ernest Mcclain average 6.6 open violations per unit, more than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Ernest Mcclain?

40% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Ernest Mcclain would recommend living there.

How many buildings does Ernest Mcclain own or manage?

Ernest Mcclain owns or manages 1 building totalling 25 units.

Is Ernest Mcclain on the worst landlords list?

Ernest Mcclain has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Has Ernest Mcclain had any litigation cases?

Ernest Mcclain has 3 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Has Ernest Mcclain had any evictions?

Ernest Mcclain has no recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Is Ernest Mcclain responsive to tenants?

20% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Ernest Mcclain approve of how it is run.

Ernest Mcclain

Head Officer·1 building·25 units

3.0

5 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Ernest Mcclain

Ernest Mcclain is a mixed-profile head officer. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.0/5 across 5 reviews, with 40% recommending their buildings and 20% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 0 evictions, 165 open violations, and 3 litigation cases. Data last updated August 28, 2026. Associated with 1 building and 25 units across Brooklyn, Ernest Mcclain is a Head Officer responsible for a portfolio built primarily in 1912. The portfolio spans the Park Slope neighborhood in Brooklyn. The building is primarily mid-rise. All of the associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments. Renters can review each building's ratings, reviews, and public records on its own page.

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Tenant reviews for buildings managed by Ernest McClain reveal consistent issues with management responsiveness and maintenance follow-through. While neighbors are generally described as quiet and pleasant, many renters report pest infestations, heating problems, and unclean common areas. Complaints highlight delays in addressing repairs, especially leaks and heating faults, as well as inadequate pest control efforts. Although the super is praised when responsive, many tenants find communication and service inconsistent. Garbage management and building upkeep receive mixed feedback, with hallways often poorly maintained. Overall, renters advise improved communication, timely repairs, and better pest and building management to enhance tenant experience under Ernest McClain's oversight.

Reviews

Former tenant·6 minutes ago

Management needs to be better

Pros

Location, neighbors, price

Cons

hot water goes out in winter, management is not very responsive

Former tenant·Over 1 year ago

Difficult property management

Pros

Mostly quiet aside from some dogs barking on occasion Rooftop access has a nice view

Cons

Terrible response time getting repairs done, had to go around super to get someone sent out when he stated they ignored him. Old building means you can hear stomping from neighbors, doors slamming. Tons of mice issues at the moment Currently residents don’t have access to mail due to a key situation not being quickly resolved Lease said no dogs but there are and occasionally bark (slightly improved recently)

Advice to the owners

lol they know better, this is what they do

Buildings associated with Ernest McClain

Rent-stabilized
307 12 Street
3.0(5)
Park Slope

Rent-stabilized

307 12 Street

3.0(5)

Park Slope

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 worse than the city average.

Owner average6.60Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

38Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

115Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

12Class 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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Ernest Mcclain

Head Officer·1 building·25 units

3.0

5 reviews