Review Summary for Socrates Foradoulas
Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on openigloo.
Recent tenant reviews highlight buildings owned by Socrates Foradoulas are a mixed bag. While tenants appreciate the spacious units and relatively good amenities like in-building laundry, management responsiveness varies from terrible to excellent. Issues with pests and ongoing construction can dampen the experience. Suggestions to improve cleanliness and finalize construction are common. Some renters advocate for forming unions due to perceived management shortcomings. Despite the inconsistencies, residents find the neighborhood convenient with access to transportation and local establishments. Whether to recommend staying in these buildings depends on individual experiences and tolerance for management challenges.
Open Violations
Only open violations from the last 10 years.
Data last updated 9 months ago.
BUILDING AVERAGE:
0.03 violations per unit
NEW YORK CITY AVERAGE:
0.81 violation per unit
The average number of violations per unit for this owner/associates across their portfolio is better than the city.
Non-hazardous
2
class A
i.e. no peephole on a door, or no street # on the building, unlawful keeping of animals
MOST RECENT:
May 05, 2024: § 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at 2nd public hall bulkhead from north, 7th story
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Hazardous
1
class B
i.e. smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways
MOST RECENT:
May 05, 2024: § 27-2005 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at the ceiling at 2nd public hall bulkhead from north, 7th story
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Immediately hazardous
0
class C
i.e. rodents, pest, mold, inadequate heat or hot water, defective building parts
MOST RECENT:
No violation found...
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Missing information/filings
0
class I
Missing or non-compliant with administrative information orders or filings
MOST RECENT:
No violation found...
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All Properties Associated with Socrates Foradoulas
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Bedford-Stuyvesant
241 Taaffe Place, Brooklyn, NY 11205
83 Units • 7 Floors
3.7(4)
Building Ratings
Cleanliness
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Pest Control
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Renter Recommendations
--% of renters recommend this building
--% of renters approve of this owner
Rents and Deposits
-- of renters received their security deposits back
It HAS NOT been reported if this building accepts electronic rent payments.
Reviews (4)
2.62 stars
Over 1 year ago
Great community, terrible management
Former Tenant
Pros:
The tenant community is great. I lived there during the pandemic and it was amazing to see how neighbors came together to support one another, especially as management is an unresponsive mess. Transportation isn't a problem, as you're near a number of bus stops, CitiBike stations, and the G line. Plenty of solid bars, bodegas, and restaurants nearby, and you're also a quick journey from useful spots like the Home Depot and Blicks. Being on the border of Ft Greene and Bed-Stuy is great for getting into other parts of Brooklyn as well.
Cons:
The management is beyond awful. Alma Properties are legit slumlords (Google them!) and act like it. A bunch of tenants formed a tenants union so they could actually force management to do their job. Depending on how you feel about NYPD, there's a station not too far away. They take over the sidewalk on the way to the train station, making it a more precarious walk than it should be.
Advice to owner:
Stop being slumlords or just sell to the tenants
4.5 stars
Over 1 year ago
Great space to live in
Former Tenant
Pros:
The windows are huge and the apartments are loft style so usually a lot of space.
Cons:
The elevator breaks sometimes.
3.5 stars
Over 2 years ago
Good for what it is
Former Tenant
Pros:
Elevator
In building laundry
Relatively clean
Not many barriers to get on the lease
Student friendly
In building laundry
Relatively clean
Not many barriers to get on the lease
Student friendly
Cons:
Elevator breaks
Some roaches
Under construction
Package stealing is an issue
Some roaches
Under construction
Package stealing is an issue
Advice to owner:
Keep clean and finish up construction.
4.25 stars
Over 3 years ago
241 Taaffe place
Former Tenant
Pros:
Large spaces and not a lot of noise
Cons:
Really bad management company
Advice to owner:
Try to live on the 3rd floor or above to avoid street noises