What do tenants say about Ernest Mcclain?

Ernest Mcclain has an average tenant rating of 2.7 out of 5 across 7 reviews.

How many violations does Ernest Mcclain have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Ernest Mcclain average 1.18 open violations per unit, more than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Ernest Mcclain?

43% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Ernest Mcclain would recommend living there.

Has Ernest Mcclain had any litigation cases?

Ernest Mcclain has 10 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

How many buildings does Ernest Mcclain own or manage?

Ernest Mcclain owns or manages 1 building totalling 91 units.

Is Ernest Mcclain on the worst landlords list?

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

Is Ernest Mcclain responsive to tenants?

43% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Ernest Mcclain approve of how it is run.

Ernest Mcclain

Head Officer·1 building·91 units

2.7

7 reviews

Highlights

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Ernest Mcclain

Ernest Mcclain is a mixed-profile head officer. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 2.7/5 across 7 reviews, with 43% recommending their buildings and 43% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 4 evictions, 108 open violations, and 10 litigation cases. Data last updated September 5, 2026. Associated with 1 building and 91 units across Brooklyn, Ernest Mcclain is a head officer responsible for a portfolio that spans construction from the 1930s. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods across Brooklyn, specifically located in Flatbush. 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.

Recent tenant feedback for Ernest McClain's buildings, particularly at 176 Clarkson Avenue, highlights spacious apartments in a convenient location near Prospect Park. Rent stabilization is a positive feature. However, management responsiveness is frequently described as slow or lacking, with many tenants reporting delays in repairs and maintenance, particularly regarding leaks, pest infestations, and heating issues. Cleanliness varies, with decent dumpster management but persistent pest problems. The superintendent's performance is often criticized as ineffective. Tenants suggest improving maintenance responsiveness, pest control, and building upkeep to realize the building's potential. Overall, renters appreciate the space but caution about ongoing management challenges.

Reviews

Former tenant·1 hour ago

New management company tightened things up

Pros

Porter does a great job with cleaning most of the building. It’s only 1 porter but he does a great job. Big units. Fairly quite building. Residents are mostly elderly so they keep to themselves.

Cons

New super is pretty bad and doesn’t fix anything. Pests(roaches rats) leaks. ALOT of leaks. Kids smoke in lobby.

Advice to the owners

Unless it’s plumbing or electrical get ready to do it by yourself. Or you’re gonna have to hire someone to do it.

Former tenant·3 months ago

Could’ve been great

Pros

The space is big

Cons

There no hot water sometimes No heat sometimes Hard getting things fixed Building is dirty and teens chill in the lobby almost all day

Buildings associated with Ernest McClain

Rent-stabilized
176 Clarkson Avenue
2.7(7)
Flatbush

Rent-stabilized

176 Clarkson Avenue

2.7(7)

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 worse than the city average.

Owner average1.18Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

39Class C

Immediately hazardous

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

50Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

19Class 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·91 units

2.7

7 reviews