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Samuel Leifer

Shareholder·5 buildings·124 units
3.3

3 reviews

Highlights

4
Evictions
14
Litigation cases

Renter recommendations

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Renters approve of this owner or associate

Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Tenant feedback for buildings managed by Samuel Leifer reflects varied experiences. Many appreciate his responsiveness and helpful management, with tenants highlighting a quiet living environment and good heating. Some note the buildings are conveniently located and rent-stabilized. However, concerns include inconsistent cleanliness, pest issues such as mice, and occasional delays in repairs. Garbage management seems adequate but could be improved to reduce vermin access. Lack of elevator and laundry facilities in some buildings have been noted. Suggestions include hiring additional maintenance support to better assist the super. Overall, tenants find the management engaged but urge enhancements in upkeep and pest control.

Reviews

Former tenant·Over 1 year ago

Responsive owner and quiet building

Pros

Have lived here for over two years. Apartment advertised at one price but after I asked if it was rent stabilized I was given a lower number. (This is the broker, not the landlord.) Apartment in decent condition and super has been responsive and helpful. Landlord is actually responsive as well, the best I've had. Building is also nice and quiet. Pets are allowed. Close to train and Brooklyn College. Would recommend.

Cons

The building could be cleaner, although it's fine. Would like to see more mopping, for example. The super injured himself recently and he works for other buildings too. More assistance would be helpful. The garbage is also kept in an enclosed passageway but open to vermin. There is no elevator and no laundry in the building.

Advice to the owners

Please consider hiring a porter/assistance.

Former tenant·Over 1 year ago

Needs improvement and maintenance

Pros

It’s quiet at night and the area is quiet too

Cons

Not clean, owner does not fix apartments, super takes to long to do something as in fixtures

Buildings associated with SAMUEL LEIFER

  • 1374 Ocean Avenue
    Rent-stabilized

    1374 Ocean Avenue

    3.3(3)

    Midwood

  • 912 East 13 Street
    Rent-stabilized

    912 East 13 Street

    Midwood

  • 1525 Dorchester Road
    Rent-stabilized

    1525 Dorchester Road

    Ditmas Park

  • 1040 55 Street
    Rent-stabilized

    1040 55 Street

    Borough Park

1374 Ocean Avenue
Rent-stabilized

1374 Ocean Avenue

3.3(3)

Midwood

912 East 13 Street
Rent-stabilized

912 East 13 Street

Midwood

1525 Dorchester Road
Rent-stabilized

1525 Dorchester Road

Ditmas Park

1040 55 Street
Rent-stabilized

1040 55 Street

Borough Park

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 average1.33Violations per unit
NYC average0.81Violations per unit
47Class C
Immediately hazardous

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

76Class B
Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

43Class 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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Samuel Leifer

Shareholder·5 buildings·124 units
3.3

3 reviews

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