What do tenants say about Smgb Broome / Ddcm Broome?

Smgb Broome / Ddcm Broome has an average tenant rating of 3.0 out of 5 across 12 reviews.

How many violations does Smgb Broome / Ddcm Broome have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Smgb Broome / Ddcm Broome average 1.87 open violations per unit, more than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Smgb Broome / Ddcm Broome?

50% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Smgb Broome / Ddcm Broome would recommend living there.

Has Smgb Broome / Ddcm Broome had any litigation cases?

Smgb Broome / Ddcm Broome has 2 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

How many buildings does Smgb Broome / Ddcm Broome own or manage?

Smgb Broome / Ddcm Broome owns or manages 1 building totalling 16 units.

Is Smgb Broome / Ddcm Broome on the worst landlords list?

Smgb Broome / Ddcm Broome has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

Is Smgb Broome / Ddcm Broome responsive to tenants?

25% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Smgb Broome / Ddcm Broome approve of how it is run.

Has Smgb Broome / Ddcm Broome had any evictions?

Smgb Broome / Ddcm Broome has no recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Smgb Broome / Ddcm Broome

Corporate Owner·1 building·16 units

3.0

12 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Smgb Broome / Ddcm Broome

Smgb Broome / Ddcm Broome is a mixed-profile corporate owner. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 3.0/5 across 12 reviews, with 50% recommending their buildings and 25% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 0 evictions, 30 open violations, and 2 litigation cases. Data last updated September 10, 2026. Across the Lower East Side in Manhattan, Smgb Broome / Ddcm Broome is a corporate owner associated with 1 building comprising 16 units. The portfolio is concentrated in the Lower East Side. The building was constructed in 1900 and is classified as a mid-rise. All of the associated buildings have rent-stabilized apartments.

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent reviews of buildings managed by SMGB BROOME / DDCM BROOME reveal a mix of experiences among tenants. While some appreciate the locations and friendly neighbors, concerns persist regarding owner responsiveness, with many highlighting maintenance issues and insufficient heat during winter months. Cleanliness and garbage management are inconsistent, with several reports of unsatisfactory conditions. Pest control receives mixed reviews. Tenants recommend improvements in management responsiveness and overall upkeep to enhance living conditions. The buildings offer potential benefits, but prospective renters should be aware of management's shortcomings before making a decision.

Reviews

Former tenant·8 months ago

its was fine

Pros

great loctation, great neighbors, high ceilings

Cons

the super only responded if he felt like it or felt like it was nessessary

Advice to the owners

fix the small things before they cause bigger issues

Former tenant·11 months ago

Solid Option for Downtown

Pros

usually very clean lots of sunlight new intercom solid heat & water

Cons

sometimes very dirty some roaches even on 6th floor hiked up price by $200 per bedroom in 1 year ($600 total)

Buildings associated with SMGB BROOME / DDCM BROOME

Rent-stabilized
254 Broome Street
3.0(12)
Lower East Side

Rent-stabilized

254 Broome Street

3.0(12)

Lower East Side

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 average1.87Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

8Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

15Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

7Class 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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